Stories about

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.

Gospel Reflections

February 17, 2021: Ash Wednesday

"Explore a new Lenten tradition that calls to your heart."

Helen Flavin
February 15, 2021
Peace & Justice, Providence Spirituality

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Permissive attitude toward racism inspires book club

“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.

Sister Donna Butler
February 11, 2021
Peace & Justice, Providence Associates, Racial Equality & Equity
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Gospel Reflections

February 14, 2021: Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

"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."

Helen Flavin
February 11, 2021
Peace & Justice, Providence Spirituality

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Our Letter to President Biden

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

Sisters of Providence
February 7, 2021
Advocacy & Action, Eco-Spirituality, Education, Environmental Justice, Peace & Justice, Providence Spirituality, White Violet Center for Eco-Justice
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From us to you: Blessings to you for giving

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

Diane Weidenbenner
February 5, 2021
Advocacy & Action, Alumni, Contribute, Peace & Justice, Providence Spirituality, Volunteering

Gospel Reflections

February 7, 2021: Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

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

Helen Flavin
February 4, 2021
Peace & Justice, Providence Spirituality
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Gospel Reflections

January 31, 2021: Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

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

Marilyn Webb
January 28, 2021
Advocacy & Action, Peace & Justice, Providence Spirituality

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

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

Sisters of Providence
January 26, 2021
Advocacy & Action, Community Living, Peace & Justice, Providence Spirituality, SP Statements
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Gospel Reflections

January 24, 2021: Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

"Maybe he asked for us to make changes in the direction of our life. How did we respond?"

Marilyn Webb
January 21, 2021
Peace & Justice, Providence Spirituality

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Congregation releases calls for action, days of prayer in anticipation of Inauguration Day

All are invited in a day of fast and prayer on January 20, 2021, the United States Inauguration Day of President-Elect Joe Biden

Sisters of Providence
January 16, 2021
Advocacy & Action, Peace & Justice, Providence Associates, Providence Spirituality, SP Statements

Gospel Reflections

January 17, 2021: Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

"Pray for the grace to continue seeking with Jesus what is most important in your life."

Marilyn Webb
January 14, 2021
Peace & Justice, Providence Spirituality
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When I was in prison, you prayed with me

For many years, Sisters of Providence and friends and Associates have helped lead prayer services with inmates at the Federal Penitentiary in Terre Haute, Indiana.

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