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February 28, 2021: Second Sunday of Lent

By Helen Flavin | February 25, 2021 |

“Imagine or find an image of that. The next time you feel lost, remember that image.”

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February 21, 2021: First Sunday of Lent

By Helen Flavin | February 18, 2021 |

“Let us spend some time this week in thinking about how we can more quickly and effectively walk away from situations that present that temptation.”

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Against gray February skies

By Sister Mary Catherine Keene | February 16, 2021 |

You are the branches …

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Noticing human trafficking

By JoAnne Pounds | February 15, 2021 |

I learned some possible signs of persons who might be in danger: living with the employer, poor living conditions, multiple people in cramped spaces, inability to speak to the individual alone, answers appear to be scripted and rehearsed, the employer is holding identity documents, signs of physical abuse, being unpaid or paid very little.

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February 17, 2021: Ash Wednesday

By Helen Flavin | February 15, 2021 |

“Explore a new Lenten tradition that calls to your heart.”

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Permissive attitude toward racism inspires book club

By Sister Donna Butler | February 11, 2021 |

“Once you learn this information you cannot un-know it.” Both sisters have a better understanding of systemic racism. Both are motivated to pay better attention to the injustice in our legal and prison system. This experience compels them to acknowledge their own racism and what their part is in contributing to racism.

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February 14, 2021: Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

By Helen Flavin | February 11, 2021 |

“This week, let us all catch ourselves as we notice a need. Instead of responding in duty, let us freely choose to respond in love.”

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Our Letter to President Biden

By Sisters of Providence | February 7, 2021 |

‘We stand with you especially in your commitment to prioritize climate change solutions.’

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From us to you: Blessings to you for giving

By Diane Weidenbenner | February 5, 2021 |

Words cannot express how grateful we are for those who faithfully supported us in whatever ways they could.

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February 7, 2021: Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

By Helen Flavin | February 4, 2021 |

“This week, let each of us choose to be a conduit of God’s love to a neighbor.”

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January 31, 2021: Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

By Marilyn Webb | January 28, 2021 |

“May we also recognize how we can be a caring presence for those in need whom we encounter in our lives?”

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Leadership statement: OUTBREAK of COVID-19 at Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods

By Sisters of Providence | January 26, 2021 |

We ask that people continue to pray for all people who have been afflicted with this virus and affected by the pandemic.

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