Providence Spirituality
“The God of Providence carries the entire mystery of the divine, ever trustworthy, never failing. The God of Providence offers all the possibilities for ourselves and the world, including both what God wants to happen and what God is willing to let happen because God honors the gift of human freedom. The choices are ours — truly free, but ever grounded in the grace of God, the Holy Mystery of Providence, about which there is ever more to be discovered.” – Sister Ruth Eileen Dwyer
May 28, 2023: Pentecost Sunday (Mass during the Day)
'This week, how can I spread the word of God and the knowledge of God's unending love to those whom I meet?'
Sister Anna Fan shares her story as a fully professed Sister of Providence
I believe that God knows what is the best for me. I believe God wants me to take the journey that will enrich my life more and deeper. For almost nine years I have been a Sister of Providence. My vocation led me to leave my comfort zone and drew me closer to God.
Providence Food Pantry goes mobile!
'We leave when people either stop coming or the food runs out.'
It all starts with falling in love with God
When a person is called to be a Sister of Providence, and responds to that call, beautiful things happen. The sister has time to really focus on and grow in God. She is led to look deeply at herself and grow in ways she never thought possible.
So many ways of honoring Mary at the Woods
Mary’s own words in her Magnificat provide some answer: “from now on all generations will call me blessed.” We gather precisely because we are part of the present generation who wishes to call her blessed.
May 21, 2023: Seventh Sunday of Easter (Solemnity of the Ascension)
'This is our mission too. We must teach the love of God to all.'
May 14, 2023: Sixth Sunday of Easter
'Jesus tells us tht if we love him we will keep his commandments.'
Providence Associate and former Sister of Providence Donna Watzke shares about her journey
I was a Sister of Providence for 33 years. For me, being a Sister of Providence was a transformative experience.
May 7, 2023: Fifth Sunday of Easter
'Even a pleasant smile or a friendly word to a stranger can have a result beyond anything we could imagine.'
Reflecting on the profession of vows of Sister Anna Fan
'And we stand with you, Anna, as you continue to follow the path of Providence, as you continue to surrender and trust that God will make a miracle in your life.'
Sister Carolyn Bouchard’s woodshop: a place of creativity and prayer
“Woodworking is a kind of metaphor for ways I have always sought out and found God,” Sister Carolyn said. “What I do with wood I have done in many other ways throughout my personal and ministerial life."
Moving toward the Reign of God with mutual sharing
As disciples of Jesus, the Sisters of Providence endeavor to build a community that reflects these Gospel values. We follow Jesus’ example by communally organizing ourselves so that everyone receives what they need and contributes what they can.
