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Here you will find stories about some of our newest Sisters of Providence. You’ll read about some of our seasoned Sisters of Providence living out their ministries. And you’ll find stories and opportunities for discerning whether life as a Sister of Providence might be for you.

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Welcome Jessica! Our new Sister of Providence

The Sisters of Providence officially welcomed Jessica Vitente on Monday, Sept. 10, 2018 during a special entrance ceremony. Many years of prayer, discerning, seeking and listening to where God might be calling led Jessica to this joyous moment. The Sisters of Providence gathered excitedly to welcome the newest member of the Congregation!

Amy Miranda
September 11, 2018
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Sister Arrianne Whittaker: ‘Providence led me here’

'I guess that is why I am called to be a Sister of Providence … the journey has certainly called me to place my faith in Providence.'

Jason Moon
September 6, 2018
Become a Sister, Community Living, Peace & Justice, Volunteering

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Saint Mother Theodore Guérin: A Woman for All Time

Who was this woman we call Saint Mother Theodore? In 1840, leaving her home in France, she came to Indiana determined to be the face of God’s Providence to everyone she encountered. She left a legacy of love, mercy and…

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SP Annual Meeting 2018

Since the time of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, Sisters of Providence have returned home to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods every summer to pray, connect, learn and make decisions. Here are some photos from this summer’s annual meeting.

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Celebrate! Sister My Huong Pham transfers vows

Meet our newest official Sister of Providence! Sister My Huong Pham transferred her perpetual vows as a woman religious to the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods on Sunday, Feb. 25, 2018, during Mass at the Church of the Immaculate…

Amy Miranda
February 28, 2018
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The bond of friendship leads to lives as sisters

"Before Anna and I were friends. Now we are family members of the Sisters of Providence, with a multi-year friendship base to help me live more freely in this family,” Teresa said.

Diane Weidenbenner
January 19, 2018
As seen in HOPE, Become a Sister, Community Living
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Blog

The joy of a religious vocation

This National Vocation Awareness Week, we thought what better way to make us all more aware of a religious vocation as a Sister of Providence than by showing it!

Amy Miranda
November 5, 2017
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Features

A mother’s prayer

Sister Dina's mother Cynthia relates the story where she believes God spoke to her regarding her daughter's vocation.

Features

Preparing to bring God’s love, mercy and justice to the world

“My mind and my heart have been stretched and made more pliable through the formation process. And I know that I am loved. And the fact that I am loved calls me to love as well,” Sister Dina Bato said.

Amy Miranda
September 12, 2017
As seen in HOPE, Become a Sister, Contribute

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Sister Emily TeKolste entrance to the novitiate Aug. 5, 2017

She is officially Sister Emily! On Saturday, Aug. 5, Emily TeKolste moved into her next step in formation as she becomes a Sister of Providence. She entered the novitiate, receiving the title “sister” and her white novices cross. Sisters of…

Amy Miranda
August 10, 2017
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Blog

Fresh eyes on Sisters of Providence Annual Meeting

Though specific forms have varied throughout the history of the Sisters of Providence, the annual coming together of all sisters has been an important tradition for the community. Last week, I got to participate in my first annual meeting.

Blog, Reflections

Listening, loving, letting go: reflection for profession of vows

"Obedience, chastity, poverty — listening, loving, letting go. These are set before you today in a deeper way. And to return to the scripture for today — God is with you every step of the way."
Sister Dawn reflects at the vows ceremony for three Sisters of Providence.

Sister Dawn Tomaszewski
June 27, 2017
Become a Sister, Providence Spirituality, Reflections from Sister Dawn
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