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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.
  • Type “love” in the Search bar, choose “Saint Mother Theodore Guerin” in the Author drop-down, and then click submit.

It is not necessary to have text in the search box before clicking submit. If you leave the box blank, the search results will contain any quotes or prayers that fit the filter criteria you have chosen.

Found 56 Results

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God of Surprises

Did you know that God has a playful side? If not why would God have created vast galaxies — miniscule cells, prickly bushes — lamb’s ear plants …



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“What a sweet providence it is to find friends thus willing to assist us.”


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“We were all very sick. When one was feeling a little better, she went to aid another, to hold the head of one who was a little sicker than herself. You never saw such a comedy.”


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“My duties have multiplied to such an extent that it is impossible for me to fulfill them. I feel keenly the need to share a burden which I can no longer carry alone.”


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“Mutual confidence is the sweet secret of gaining hearts.”


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“We would love to tell you again that every day we include you all in our labors and prayers.”


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“Indeed it is very difficult, and it requires an uncommon virtue, not to make others suffer when we suffer.”


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“Be very sure that the sisters at Saint Mary's love you much.”


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“For true hearts, there is no separating ocean; or, rather, God is their ocean, in whom they meet and are united.”


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Quote of the day

June 17
“Truly I have great need of prayers. I am quite a grumbler.”
– Saint Mother Theodore Guerin