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.
Intersectionality – what is it?
Today, even as random violence seems to become the norm in our country, there are some for whom violence and discrimination are nothing new. Whole classes of people face discrimination on a daily basis because of how their realities overlap: discrimination in housing, the workplace, our churches, our criminal justice system, health care, our immigration system.
8th Day Center for Justice: Statement on White Supremacy
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
Behind the peaceful vigil
'I knew without a doubt in that moment that I will continue to act in solidarity with my beloved community.'
A sister remembers working to racially integrate schools
“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.
Reflections on 50 years
'Journey in love, mercy and d justice is the theme for our Golden Jubilee Year.'
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.'
The gift of Earth: a prayer moment
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;
Sisters serving their country
On Monday, May 29, during Mass, the Sisters of Providence will honor the Sisters who have served their country during times of war
How to engage one another in difficult or potentially divisive conversations
As we engage in difficult conversations, … ask ourselves why we have made the assumptions we have and whether they are valid. What beliefs do we hold that have influenced our thinking? Have we really considered all the facts?
The Six C’s of convening constructive conversation
Clarity: Be clear about your reasons for reaching out, what kind of conversation you have in mind, and what you hope those involved will have experienced by the time it ends.
Collaboration: Invite your potential conversation partner(s) to join you in making key decisions about the conversation …
What can you do? Staying engaged in divisive times
Do something concrete. Trust in your power to make change, even if the results aren't immediately obvious.
Create beauty. Sing, dance, paint, draw, garden, play an instrument or write.
Ask questions of others who have different views.