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Inspiration Search

Need some words of wisdom?

We can all use a little help with prayer sometimes. The Sisters of Providence and Providence Associates hope to help inspire you! Whether it’s the perfect Saint Mother Theodore Guerin quote or a prayer written by a Sister of Providence, let the right words bring Providence into your life. Browse the prayers below or if you’re looking for something specific, use the “Topics” search in the search area.

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You can use one of the search/filter fields at a time, or you can combine them. For instance,

  • Type “love” in the Search bar and click submit.
  • Choose “faith” in the Topics drop-down and click submit.
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Found 15 Results

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Technology Wisdom Prayer

This prayer by Cathy Campbell asks guidance and peace among the multitude of information available to us from current technology sources.


Prayer

Child’s prayer heading into school

The following is a prayer from a child’s perspective. Dear God, I’m a little sad tonight. I just looked at the calendar and it told me it is August. Do […]


Prayer

Teacher’s School Prayer

The following is a prayer from a teacher’s perspective written by Sister Ann Casper. O God,is that piercing sound really the alarm clock?And is this really the first day of […]


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“Our need for virtue is greater than for learning.”


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“Profit by the experiences of the past for the future.”


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“... in order to attain the perfection to which you are called, a solid foundation is required.”


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“Woman in this country is only yet one-fourth of the family. I hope that, through the influence of religion and education, she will eventually become at least one half — the "better half."”


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“Show our students how sweetly tender is the Providence of God...”


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“Speak to them with respect and they will respect you and will respect themselves.”


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“Love the children first, and then teach them.”


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Quote of the day

May 4
“If we love Our Lord with our whole heart, if we serve [God] faithfully, we shall be happy even in this life.”
– Saint Mother Theodore Guerin