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.
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.
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."
Our Letter to President Biden
'We stand with you especially in your commitment to prioritize climate change solutions.'
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.
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."
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?"
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.
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?"
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
January 17, 2021: Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
"Pray for the grace to continue seeking with Jesus what is most important in your life."
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.
Living the Gospel of HOPE
What does it mean to actually live a Gospel of Hope? Not just think about it, but live it, in this time and in this place?
