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Sisters in Ministry

Our Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods are passionate about serving God by caring for all God’s creation, especially those most in need. We serve in many ways, from education to social justice, parish ministry, hospital ministry, serving the economically poor, advocating for immigrants and for a healthy environment. Read how some of our sisters serve God and others through their ministries.

Blog, Features

Oral history: Sister Cathy Campbell the storyteller

Even though Cathy loved the Teen Star job, she felt a restlessness gnawing at her. Should she be a professional journalist or did Providence have other plans for her?

Debbie Griffey
May 31, 2023
Become a Sister, Community Living, Meet a Sister, Sisters in Ministry
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Blog

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.

Sister Anna Fan
May 24, 2023
Become a Sister, Community Living, Providence Spirituality, Sisters in Ministry
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Blog

Providence Food Pantry goes mobile!

'We leave when people either stop coming or the food runs out.'

Jason Moon
May 22, 2023
Providence Food Pantry, Providence Spirituality, Sisters in Ministry
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Features

Weaving alpaca yarn: a productive and beautiful hobby

Precise, mathematical, purposeful. All words that describe Sister Jean Fuqua, SP — and her art.

Amy Miranda
May 2, 2023
Art & Music, As seen in HOPE, Community Living, Sisters in Ministry, White Violet Center for Eco-Justice

Features

Giving new life to plastic shopping bags

Retired Sisters of Providence in the Lourdes Hall Assisted Living Residence of Providence Health Care are transforming plastic grocery and shopping bags into warm sleeping mats. Homeless residents of the Terre Haute area can use these to stretch out and sleep on at night.

Sister Cathy Campbell
May 2, 2023
As seen in HOPE, Community Living, Peace & Justice, Sisters in Ministry

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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."

Amy Miranda
May 2, 2023
As seen in HOPE, Community Living, Providence Spirituality, Sisters in Ministry

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Giving the gift of self: Sister Carol Meyers

Now ministering as a parish volunteer and parish council member, literacy tutor and Montessori school substitute, Sister Carol proudly notes that she has taught as a full-time teacher at every level from elementary school through college except for the high school level.

Sister Cathy Campbell
May 2, 2023
As seen in HOPE, Community Living, Sisters in Ministry

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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.

Sister Corbin Hannah
May 2, 2023
As seen in HOPE, Community Living, Providence Spirituality, Sisters in Ministry

Blog

Of motorcycles and trains and blessings at the Woods

“Hurry, get out and give the motorcycle guy a card for the upcoming motorcycle blessing!” So, I jumped out and handed the rider the announcement of the “Motorcycle Blessing and Barbecue.” I hurried back to the car, just as the arms of the crossing went up and the lights stopped flashing.

Sister Paula Damiano
April 21, 2023
Community Living, Events & Programs, Sisters in Ministry
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Blog

Finding joy alongside life’s difficulties: Tending to Life retreat

Over the last few years, through Divine guidance, I have learned new approaches to life. I have picked up new practices that help me tend to my physical, emotional, mental and spiritual life. The Tending to Life retreat was born from this journey. I hope to offer what I have learned with others, so that they too may find Life even in the midst of suffering.

Sister Corbin Hannah
April 14, 2023
Community Living, Health & Wellness, Providence Spirituality, Sisters in Ministry, Visiting Saint Mary-of-the-Woods
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Blog, Features

Sharing both flowers and pain as a Catholic Sister

This is what it means to be a sister

Sister Judith Birgen
March 14, 2023
Become a Sister, Peace & Justice, Providence Spirituality, Sisters in Ministry
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Blog, Features

What I love about being a Catholic Sister

I love being a Catholic Sister and give thanks to God's Providence ...

Sister Marilu Covani
March 10, 2023
Advocacy & Action, Become a Sister, Peace & Justice, Providence Spirituality, Sisters in Ministry
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Love, mercy, justice

Break boundaries, create hope

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