Stories about

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin

Steeped in tradition: The Saint Anne Procession

By Jason Moon | July 25, 2015 |

‘This takes place in fulfillment of a vow.’

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Struggles of a saint: Saint Mother Theodore Guerin

By Jena Thralls | July 16, 2015 |

Do you know the story of Saint Mother Theodore’s painful relationship with the Bishop Cèlestine de la Hailandière of Vincennes, Indiana? At one point Bishop de la Hailandière went so far as to lock Saint Mother Theodore in the room and excommunicate her from the Congregation.

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Did you know we need volunteer knitters?

By Cheryl Casselman | July 16, 2015 |

Do you knit or crochet? Would you like to work with alpaca yarn as a volunteer? We would love to talk with you.

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A news note from the director of the shrine

By Sister Jan Craven | July 15, 2015 |

Sister Jan Craven shares some exciting news regarding the addition of Saint Mother Theodore to the Episcopal calendar of saints.

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Miracles of hope, family, and healing

By Sister Jan Craven | June 10, 2015 |

As a Sister of Providence, Sister Jan Craven devotes a great deal of her time to her ministry. Not only does she spend time in prayer, but she also assists with tours, serves as a hostess…

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A Litany of Women for the Church

By Jena Thralls | June 8, 2015 |

A Litany of Women for the Church Dear God, creator of women in your own image, born of a woman in the midst of a world half women, carried by…

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A Journey with a Saint: second circle

By Sister Jan Craven | June 3, 2015 |

It’s as if you’re actually on the tour of the shrine with Sister Jan Craven as she explains the significance of what is called the “second circle”.

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Sisters offer reaction to college’s co-ed announcement

By Jason Moon | May 29, 2015 |

“This is a decision that is rooted for tomorrow.”

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A “sampling” of everyday miracles

By Sister Jan Craven | May 12, 2015 |

Sometimes we get so caught up with our busy lives that we forget to acknowledge the daily miracles. Let Sister Jan Craven introduce you to our monthly e-newsletter from the shrine, where she will share some of the every day stories of every day people who are witnessing those every day miracles.

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A Journey with a Saint: the first circle

By Sister Jan Craven | May 11, 2015 |

What is a “Journey with a Saint”? Yours begins as soon as you enter the doors of the Providence Spirituality & Conference Center

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A Woodsie reflects: Shannon Sonderman

By Shannon Sonderman | May 11, 2015 |

See what a college student at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods has to say about her admiration for Saint Mother Theodore Guerin.

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Seven sisters honored for Civil War service

By Jason Moon | May 7, 2015 |

Sisters served at City Hospital, Indianapolis

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An unshakeable trust in God. It set Saint Mother Theodore Guerin apart and makes her a model for us in our daily living. Get to know our brave and inspiring foundress better through these stories.

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