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Peace & Justice

As a community dedicated to advocating for the marginalized, we Sisters of Providence join our voices with others in speaking out about many peace and justice issues of great importance in our world. Learn more about justice concerns dear to our hearts here.

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A Statement by the National Black Sisters Conference on the murder of Tyre Nichols

'With righteous indignation, we all must act!'

Sisters of Providence
February 1, 2023
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Reflections on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

'May we be worthy of his legacy.'

Sisters of Providence
January 16, 2023
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Sisters of Providence presence expanding at the border

Although Tracey’s enthusiasm for her ministry never waned, “the distance and separation from community and family had been hard. I knew I would need support from my sisters ... so I extended an invitation to join me here in Nogales.” Sisters Marilú Covani, SP, and Nancy Bartasavich, SP, accepted that invitation.

Sister Denise Wilkinson
January 12, 2023
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A new way to raise consciousness and funds to combat climate change

We hope this stewardship will bring many benefits to the community and the planet. At the very least, it will make us each more aware of how individual choices affect the vitality of the planet and help us to acquire some funds to mitigate the effects of climate change.

Sister Cathy Campbell
January 12, 2023
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Practical ideas to combat climate change

Below are some ideas Providence Community members suggested that we could do to combat climate change. Maybe you could join us!

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The Feast of the Epiphany: A revelation that Jesus is the Son of God

As I prepared to write this reflection for the Feast of the Epiphany, it became clear. I was awaiting an epiphany to guide my writing. I was certain I would see a sign. Surely I would know it when I…

Alice Shelton
January 8, 2023
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A reflection for the Epiphany of the Lord

'Who or what are we seeking? When we find it will we recognize it?'

Sabrina Falls
January 6, 2023
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Prayer for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI

Continue to pray with us on the passing of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI

Sisters of Providence
January 3, 2023
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Advocacy in Action: Walking with Migrants

It is the stories the sisters remember the most

Sisters of Providence
December 27, 2022
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Being a community where the Christ child can be raised

Glad tidings of love, community and friendship to you and yours from the Providence Community!

Sister Dawn Tomaszewski
December 25, 2022
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A Christmas message from General Superior Sister Dawn Tomaszewski

'On behalf of all Sisters of Providence, Merry Christmas to you and to all those you love ...'

Sisters of Providence
December 13, 2022
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Advent: My favorite Church season

However you spend your Advent, may its graces and gifts be rich, fruitful and beautiful!

Sister Ann Casper
November 26, 2022
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