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8th Day Center for Justice: Statement on White Supremacy

By Sisters of Providence | September 6, 2017 |

This could be an opportunity to open a creative and transformative space that works to address holistically the current and historical manifestation of white supremacy

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Catholic Bishops’ Immigration Office letter of support for DACA

By Sisters of Providence | September 6, 2017 |

They truly exemplify the extraordinary contributions that immigrants can provide to our nation

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A statement from LCWR, expressing disappointment in the recent DACA decision

By Sisters of Providence | September 5, 2017 |

We, the leadership team of the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, are members of the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR). This LCWR statement (below) expresses our disappointment in…

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Leadership Statement Regarding DACA

By Sisters of Providence | September 1, 2017 |

We have seen the positive impact and life these young people, including many DACA recipients, bring to a region that has suffered economically over the past century

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Behind the peaceful vigil

By Jeanne Rewa | August 23, 2017 |

‘I knew without a doubt in that moment that I will continue to act in solidarity with my beloved community.’

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A sister remembers working to racially integrate schools

By Sister Emily TeKolste | August 22, 2017 |

“We were treated just like the black people were treated because we were recognized as ‘Oh, those are the sisters who teach the black kids.’ And so they treated us like black people, and it was a wonderful experience for me,” Sister Laurine Haley says of her time helping to integrate the Catholic schools in Fayetteville, North Carolina.

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LCWR Statement on ongoing U.S., DPRK crisis

By Sisters of Providence | August 14, 2017 |

‘We commit ourselves to promote nonviolence and a compassionate response to the thirst of the world for integrity and communion’

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Reflections on 50 years

By Jason Moon | June 29, 2017 |

‘Journey in love, mercy and d justice is the theme for our Golden Jubilee Year.’

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Connecting Link celebrating 20 years of ministry

By Jason Moon | June 19, 2017 | Comments Off on Connecting Link celebrating 20 years of ministry

Event to take place on Saturday, July 8

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Sister Tracey Horan recognized by USCCB

By Jason Moon | June 16, 2017 | Comments Off on Sister Tracey Horan recognized by USCCB

‘I know that he was really passionate about systemic work and I know that he is really known for being a connector of people.’

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Response to withdrawal from Paris Climate Accord

By Sisters of Providence | June 8, 2017 |

‘Let us remember that “… to whom much is given, much will be required,” and act accordingly’

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The gift of Earth: a prayer moment

By Joan Frisz | May 28, 2017 |

Challenges for the week to tend to the gift of Earth:
• Spend time in nature;
• Look out for life, human and other, in your little patch of the world;
• Live compassionately toward all God’s creatures;

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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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