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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.

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Honoring all teachers during National Teacher Appreciation Week

A special 'Thank You' to all teachers on National Teacher Appreciation Day!

Jason Moon
May 4, 2021
Education, Providence Spirituality, Sisters in Ministry, Stories from the Archives
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Face-to-face with a pandemic: Sister Arrianne Whittaker

“I am so grateful that I am in the ministry I am in because I have been able to work and feel like I’m contributing to our resolution to fight this disease.”

Jason Moon
May 3, 2021
Community Living, Health & Wellness, Sisters in Ministry

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100+ year old sisters survive COVID-19

“She has a strong determination to live and has never let anyone do for her what she can do for herself.”

Amy Miranda
May 3, 2021
As seen in HOPE, Community Living, Sisters in Ministry

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Take a deep breath: spiritual direction during pandemic

“Having Sister Marsha sit, listen, pray and offer her gentle guidance brings the matter up into the light. And once the struggle has been shown the light, the resolution begins.”

Sister Denise Wilkinson
May 3, 2021
As seen in HOPE, Community Living, Providence Spirituality, Sisters in Ministry

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Providence in a year of pandemic

Here is a glimpse of what the Providence community has been up to in the past year.

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Sisters of Providence struggles and wisdom amidst pandemic

For many sisters, extended time in prayer has been both a coping mechanism and a time of real growth for them during the pandemic. Sister Joni Luna put it this way: “I find that if I fill my cup a few times a day by entering into this God space, it helps get me through the chaos and unpredictable events of my day.”

Sister Jeanne Hagelskamp
May 3, 2021
As seen in HOPE, Community Living, Sisters in Ministry

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Sending out a ‘Thank You’ in anticipation of School Principals’ Day!

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you for the many, many hours you have given and decisions you have made

Sister Jeanne Hagelskamp
April 30, 2021
Education, Providence Spirituality, Sisters in Ministry
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Quietly breaking boundaries, creating hope

Few would probably imagine Sister Suzanne running for public office, supervising an adult education program or traveling through South America on her last dollar.

Sister Janet Gilligan
January 13, 2021
Sisters in Ministry, Stories from the Archives
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Bearing witness to an execution

At his request she continued, out loud, to pray the prayers as she stepped back away from the execution table to take her place in the corner of the room.

Jason Moon
January 13, 2021
As seen in HOPE, Criminal Justice Reform, Peace & Justice, Sisters in Ministry

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Allowing for God’s presence: Sisters of Providence hospital chaplains

“Being open to the Spirit in this ministry is a must, along with a deep prayer life, so that we may stay aligned and be able to exhibit an open presence to the other.”

Sister Denise Wilkinson
January 13, 2021
As seen in HOPE, Health & Wellness, Sisters in Ministry

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Healing for suicide loss survivors

Sister Connie advises those who are suicide loss survivors to focus on three things: Resilience, finding meaning and purpose for oneself and forming enduring bonds.

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