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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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Human Rights Day and Saint Mother Theodore

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin knew the violation of human rights in an up close and personal way in her home country, France. The French Revolution was a time of great social and political upheaval to abolish the injustice of the feudal system and absolute monarchy. During this time Catholic churches and schools were closed. Despite some gains in human rights, the French Revolution failed to condemn slavery or to uphold the equality of women.

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Care of Earth in everyday life: Sisters Ellen Cunningham and Rosemary Nudd

Sisters Rosemary Nudd, Ellen Cunningham and Dorothy Rasche walk the talk by living and demonstrating care of Earth in their everyday lives.

Sisters of Providence
October 2, 2013
Peace & Justice, Sisters in Ministry, White Violet Center for Eco-Justice
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Ai Weiwei – artist for justice

Sister Cathy Campbell writes about visiting the Ai Weiwei art exhibit at the Indianapolis Museum of Art recently.

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Sisters of Providence welcome Nuns on the Bus

The Nuns on the Bus visited Providence in the Desert, a ministry of the Sisters of Providence and a division of Guerin Outreach Ministries, on June 13. Many sisters came together to support just immigration reform.

Sisters of Providence
June 20, 2013
Peace & Justice, Providence Associates, Providence in the Desert

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Anti-Racism Team supports national effort to work for racial equality

The Congregation’s voice against racist practices has a long history. Saint Mother Theodore, herself, set the tone for works of justice. Her journey through New Orleans comes to mind. She witnessed slaves being auctioned and declared she wished she could…

Sisters of Providence
March 20, 2013
Peace & Justice, Racial Equality & Equity

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One Billion Rising dance practice – Sisters of Providence

Sisters of Providence practice a dance for the One Billion Rising event raising awareness of violence against women and girls. This particular dance was specifically choreographed for mature dancers and goes with the song “Break the Chain.” (Lyrics by Tena…

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Sister Cathy Buster called “heart and soul” of new migrant farm family community in Arcadia, Fla.

As a realist, I don’t often get blown away, but in November 2012, when Sister of Providence Cathy Buster gave me a tour of Casa Juan Bosco in Arcadia, Fla., I experienced that feeling of being with someone who could…

Sister Cathy Campbell
January 28, 2013
Peace & Justice, Providence Spirituality, Sisters in Ministry

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Student shines in the Desert

Congratulations to Providence in the Desert student-turned-teacher Martha Langarica on being named Student of the Year and earning a certificate as a top achiever in her English language classes at the Adult School in Coachella, Calif. Seven years ago when…

Amy Miranda
August 8, 2012
Education, Peace & Justice, Providence in the Desert

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Sisters with California’s Providence in the Desert offer English classes, friendship

Martha Arrendondo is 46 years old and has been in the United States for 26 years. She works in the grape fields in and around the Coachella Valley in California. Right now she is looking for a better job, and…

Amy Miranda
June 6, 2012
Education, Guerin Outreach Ministries, Peace & Justice, Providence in the Desert

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Prisoners & Probationers of Conscience

Throughout the history of SOA Watch’s yearly vigils at the SOA/WHINSEC at Ft. Benning, Ga., various participants have chosen to take direct action by breaking federal law and trespassing onto the military base. After prayerful consideration and discernment, several Sisters…

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A bit of anti-racism history

The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods have a long history against racism and issues of discrimination. The Congregation’s foundress, Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, was concerned about the welfare and freedom of a group of slaves she saw in Louisiana…

Sisters of Providence
May 9, 2012
Peace & Justice, Racial Equality & Equity, Sisters in Ministry, Stories from the Archives
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Reflection from Burundi, Africa

Note from the Sisters of Providence leadership team: Sister Deborah Campbell is currently in Burundi, Africa conducting an audit for Catholic Relief Services (CRS). As we approach Lent this seems a fitting reflection for all of us; we invited her…

Sisters of Providence
February 19, 2012
Peace & Justice, Providence Spirituality, Sisters in Ministry

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