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.

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Can we talk about racism?

You may be feeling overwhelmed and ask, “What actions can I be part of?” May I offer some suggestions?

William Hughes
September 24, 2020
As seen in HOPE, Peace & Justice, Providence Associates, Racial Equality & Equity

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Resources on racism, Black history, anti-racism

Enjoy these resources for learning more about anti-racism and Black history

William Hughes
September 24, 2020
As seen in HOPE, Peace & Justice, Providence Associates, Racial Equality & Equity

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Why is it so difficult to talk about racism?

People of Color internalized their oppression as a means of survival. They developed strategies, actions and emotions to help live within these disadvantages. We learned that we had to be better, try harder, endure more.

Pearlette Springer
September 24, 2020
As seen in HOPE, Peace & Justice, Providence Associates, Racial Equality & Equity
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We learned so much about ourselves as individuals, but had the added benefit of learning about one another.

Sister Paula Damiano
September 23, 2020
Advocacy & Action, Eco-Spirituality, Events & Programs, Peace & Justice, Providence Spirituality, Visiting Saint Mary-of-the-Woods
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Timber

William LeCroy, who is scheduled to be executed by the federal government at 6 p.m., on Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2020, recently sent - through other sources - one of his poems to our very own Sister Barbara Battista, who will serve as his minister of record.

Sisters of Providence
September 21, 2020
Advocacy & Action, Peace & Justice, Providence Spirituality
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Join the conversation: systemic racism and wealth, discussing across divides

When I started at NETWORK and had the opportunity to participate in the Racial Wealth and Income Gap workshop, my initial reaction was “This is what I’ve been searching for for years to explain systemic racism.”

Sister Emily TeKolste
September 10, 2020
Events & Programs, Peace & Justice, Racial Equality & Equity
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Good Shepherd Chapel formally blessed

'This new cemetery celebrates these significant friends of the community and enables us to honor their loved ones during a difficult time.'

Sisters of Providence
September 6, 2020
Peace & Justice, Providence Associates, Providence Spirituality

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Complexity of Life and its Dependence on the Environment

As shepherds, we have the responsibility to protect the long-term living conditions of the planet, including the natural process of biological evolution.

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Chicago Fire star sends birthday wishes to daughter of legendary Chicago firefighter

During these unprecedented, challenging times, Estelle especially appreciated the time Kinney took to wish her well and acknowledge her military service

Sisters of Providence
August 24, 2020
Contribute, Education, Peace & Justice, Providence Spirituality, Visiting Saint Mary-of-the-Woods

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Reforestation is critical to meeting Paris Climate Change accord targets, research says

A survey of The Nature Conservancy’s reforestation work showed that much of it is associated with water quality co-benefits

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Moving ahead with action against death penalty

The federal death chamber is in Terre Haute, Indiana, a mere 10 miles from our Motherhouse

Sisters of Providence
August 20, 2020
Advocacy & Action, Criminal Justice Reform, Peace & Justice, SP Statements
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A Prayer for Teachers during this pandemic

May your wisdom O God be our wisdom, your patience, our patience and your love, our love.

Sister Paula Damiano
August 19, 2020
Education, Peace & Justice, Providence Spirituality
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