Tomorrow we celebrate Independence Day. It is typically a day in which we celebrate freedom, and those who have over the years fought for us to have that very freedom in our country. When the founders of our nation came together to establish independence in the colonies from Britain’s control, they believed that the providence of God was fully at [...]
The Sisters of Providence of St. Vincent de Paul in Kingston, Ontario have been very busy of late. They have transferred their St. Vincent de Paul Hospital for a greater purpose--to be used for affordable housing for seniors. As WPC congregations have let go of ministries, we all know the heartache that accompanies it, and we all see the good [...]
In 1887 there was a terrible railway accident and the Archbishop of Kingston, Ontario asked the Sisters of Providence to found a hospital in Brockville. Responding to the need, the Sisters, of course, said yes. With little resources to start with, the Sisters "grew" the hospital, opened a school for nurses, and joined the Continuing Care Centre. For 119 years [...]
It's Father's Day weekend, so I thought I would share something I wrote about my Dad and maybe it will resonate with you in some ways too. Some people have a hard time with the image of God as Father. They tell me it depends on what your image of your own father is...maybe the type of family life you [...]
Below is a letter to the U.S. Bishops on Migration that I signed on in the name of the Women of Providence in Collaboration. Many faith groups, Religious Congregations, and Federations have also signed this document. If we had people in the U.S. and Mexico we were asked to sign on. It is in keeping with our WPC mission statement. [...]
As Covid restrictions are lessening across the country, we see the gradual reopening of facilities. This story relates how the Sisters of Providence are grateful for the simple gifts of sharing a meal, playing cards, or just taking a leisurely walk with a friend. "Spring is coming into full bloom and temperatures are rising. Also budding is the hope of [...]
As women and men of Providence know, we are all connected, all part of the circle of life. This article shows one Sister of Providence who practices integral ecology and challenges us to do the same. "Ever since Sister Sue Orlowski was a little girl growing up in Massachusetts, she has been fascinated by the natural world. She recalls being [...]
Ruth McGoldrick, SP, a Sister of Providence from Holyoke, MA and also co-founder of the Women of Providence in Collaboration, has generously shared with me a presentation she did for their Associates. I intend to share that with all of you in parts or sections in this blog. So here is Part Three. Living Providence Spirituality in a Contemplative Way [...]
Ruth McGoldrick, SP, a Sister of Providence from Holyoke, MA and also co-founder of the Women of Providence in Collaboration, has generously shared with me a presentation she did for their Associates. I intend to share that with all of you in parts or sections in this blog. So here is Part Four. The Commingling of Simplicity and Complexity in [...]
This weekend we celebrate Memorial Day. The day we remember all those who have served in the military, who have given their lives for our freedom, and who continue to do even today. As we celebrate this day we see our country still in need of restoration and healing, still dealing with the pandemic, although it is much better, and [...]
