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Providence Associates

A year of St. Joseph, family protector

By Sister Sue Paweski | December 22, 2020 |

As we celebrate the birth of Jesus the Christ, the Light of the world, reflect on the example of Joseph. We will need to be “creatively courageous” this Christmas.

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The Truth of a Tree

By Sister Sue Paweski | December 11, 2020 |

The tree is not completely altered; it has accommodated an uninvited situation. And, yes, that tree spoke to my heart. People can make changes and alter aspects of their lives because Creation is meant to survive if it is able to adapt to change.

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New Providence Associates share their journey, part 2

By Amy Miranda | December 10, 2020 |

“This process not only gave me hope for the future, it renewed my spirit in being around an atmosphere where people love and have compassion for others.”

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New Providence Associates share their journey – part 1

By Amy Miranda | December 9, 2020 |

“But on a spiritual level, I was called to examine my own life in its entirety, my beliefs and practices, and my role with and for others in Creation. I had to grow in ways I never imagined I would. I had to explore ideas that hadn’t really entered my mind before as parts of our faith life.”

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Advent and God’s Providence

By Helen Flavin | December 6, 2020 |

In all the passages regarding judgment, only those who refuse to act are called to account. Challenges simply become opportunities to help God transform the world.

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Reflections for Foundation Day 2020

By Sisters of Providence | October 30, 2020 |

We love these women who have so shaped our beloved community.

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A new start in the Providence Community

By Amy Miranda | October 28, 2020 |

So, what brought these diverse women and men to seek something more with the Sisters of Providence?

Some said that as alums of former Sisters of Providence schools they were reconnecting with their roots.

One told how he had come to the Woods for a retreat and was inspired by what he saw.

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Can we talk about racism?

By William Hughes | September 24, 2020 |

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

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Resources on racism, Black history, anti-racism

By William Hughes | September 24, 2020 |

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

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Why is it so difficult to talk about racism?

By Pearlette Springer | September 24, 2020 |

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.

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Good Shepherd Chapel formally blessed

By Sisters of Providence | September 6, 2020 |

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

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Be here now

By Sister Rosemary Nudd | September 5, 2020 |

Seeing or even acknowledging God’s presence in each of my moments has seldom come easily for me. It’s something I have been puzzling over and praying for and doing my best to practice for my 50+ years as a Sister of Providence.

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