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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 54 Results

Prayer

Prayer of Complete Trust

Do not look forward to the changes and chances of this life with fear. Rather, look to them with full confidence that, as they arise, God to whom you belong […]


Prayer

Walking Together

O God, you walk with us through life.
You strengthen us
so that we might be your presence
to others on the journey.


Prayer

Dandelion Prayer

UnwelcomedSave by children,Dandelion,I declare youPatron flowerOf prophets. Who wouldBelieve such powerLies withinThe beautyOf your softGeometric fluffPosed to takeA rideOn the windAnd land inUninvited places?


Prayer

Prayer for the Faces of our Grief

When my faith is shaken, please God, remind me of your love for me.
When I am lonely, help me to reach out and share my feelings with others.
When I am stuck in memories of the past, give me the graces I need to forgive and be forgiven.…


Quote

“If one way does not succeed, try another.”


Quote

“Pray for me occasionally that I may not lose courage ... that I may be brave enough to hold up others who falter sometimes.”


Quote

“My heart is so oppressed I no longer have the strength to pour out my soul.”


Quote

“What strength the soul draws from prayer! In the midst of a storm, how sweet is the calm it finds in the heart of Jesus.”


Quote

“After all, our only support, our only strength is God.”


Quote

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


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Quote of the day

April 7
World Health Day
“I think that despite her poor health she will accomplish much good.”
– Saint Mother Theodore Guerin