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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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Topic: neighbors

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“Without distinction of persons, do good to all for the love of God.”

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Quote

“Ah, it is when we are young that we can do something for our salvation and for our neighbor’s.”

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Quote

“Let us love one another ... Let us love [God] in our sisters, serve [God] in our neighbor, that is the easiest way to do good.”

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Prayer

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 …

Prayer

A prayer of presence

Sister Ann Casper, executive director of Mission Advancement for the Sisters of Providence, shares a prayer on offering God’s presence to others.

Prayer

Sisters of Providence Litany of Nonviolence

Lea en Español 普通话 Provident God,aware of our own brokenness,we ask the gift of courageto identify how and where we are in need of conversionin order to live in solidarity […]

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Quote of the day

December 6
“Were you not at Vincennes, Sister Theodore would not know whether we had daughters there or not. It seems something has made the atmosphere so cold that the ink is frozen.”
– Saint Mother Theodore Guerin