Sisters of Divine Providence
Sisters lead efforts to help neighbors in need
The Catholic Sisters Leadership Council of western Pennsylvania is joining a national challenge by the Leadership Conference of Women Religious to fight hunger during Catholic Sisters Week, which is March 8-14, 2021.
Fr. James Martin, SJ, talks about his heroes, women religious
March 8-14 is Catholic Sisters Week, an annual event that highlights the spirituality, mission and community building of women religious. During Catholic Sisters Week, are celebrating our Sisters.
Sr. Karina Conrad, CDP, offers hope to the poor as a mental health counselor
March 8-14 is Catholic Sisters Week, an annual event that highlights the spirituality, mission and community building of women religious. During Catholic Sisters Week, are celebrating our Sisters.
Sr. Betty Sundry, CDP, coordinates annual food drive to benefit local food pantries
March 8-14 is Catholic Sisters Week, an annual event that highlights the spirituality, mission and community building of women religious. During Catholic Sisters Week, are celebrating our Sisters.
Sr. Janet Folkl, CDP, helps with La Roche University food pantry
March 8-14 is Catholic Sisters Week, an annual event that highlights the spirituality, mission and community building of women religious. During Catholic Sisters Week, are celebrating our Sisters.
Sisters leave behind legacy at La Posada Providencia
For a little more than three decades, Sister Margaret Mertens and Sister Zita Telkamp have called the Valley their home as they helped thousands of immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers through their work at La Posada Providencia.
Sisters from La Posada Providencia bid farewell to the Valley
For a little more than three decades, Sister Margaret Mertens and Sister Zita Telkamp have called the Valley their home as they helped thousands of immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers through their work at La Posada Providencia.
Here’s how a small research boat filled with letters from Kingston students ended up in Western Australia
The small ship, called the "Star of the Sea," was crafted at the Sacred Heart School in 2019. Later, it was launched in the Indian Ocean by a team of researchers.
Aurora turns out to give sister a big virtual hug
Vehicles lined the perimeter of the parking lot of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, horns honking, and people cheering and waving as they drove by and greeted Sister Lu Haidnick.
Racism in Our Streets and Structures
At this Public Dialogue four African-Americans—an archbishop, an academic leader, a pro-life advocate, and an anti-poverty leader—helped us understand and act in response to this crisis.
Providence in the Pandemic
Our co-foundress, Marie de la Roche, said that "the darkest paths lead to light, through love and grace." This quote is particularly cogent during these 40 days of Easter.
Sisters Sew Masks for Local Community
Special thanks to our mask makers in Kingston, MA — Sisters Claudia Ward, Gladys Segovia Leon and Angela Provost.
Candles in Our Windows
From Easter Saturday until the end of the pandemic, we have candles lit in the windows of our homes.
They were fond of sweets
Whether wounded troops or children, Army nurse and Sister Melanie Kambic tempted with candy and kindness.
The melting pot of providence
Exploring two centuries of Catholic sisters welcoming the stranger.
Women religious: Living one mission
Congregations of women religious are making a difference every day in the Diocese of Pittsburgh. Permit me to offer a snapshot view as to why we celebrate them during this National Catholic Sisters’ Week.
The Subtleties of Mentoring
USUALLY A 10 p.m. phone call signals a student canceling an appointment. As I answered the telephone, Molly said, “You’re the most spiritual person I know; could I be a nun?”
Sisters Make a Difference at the Southern Border
The sisters volunteered at Casa Alitas, a program of Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona that provides care, short-term shelter and help to reunite migrants with family members in the U.S.
Sacred Heart High School Students Serve at Matthew’s Kitchen Ministry
Several Sacred Heart high school students helped at Matthew’s Kitchen in Plymouth, MA. This ministry feeds the local homeless and those in need in the community.
La Roche University Unveils Newly-Remodeled Palumbo Science Center
“Investing in the facilities that will prepare students for the kinds of jobs and the kinds of future they will do to have an impact on our communities is critical,” said Sr. Candace Introcaso, the president of La Roche University.
Global desserts unite community
Assistant Director of International Student Services Sister Veronica Kim hosted an event where students treated the La Roche community to desserts from around the world.
Sisters, students support Steelers
On November 24th, the Sisters of Divine Providence found a connection with students through their mutual love of football.
Ask Sister Podcast Features Sr. Clara Kreis, CDP & Sr. Teresa Maya, CCVI
Listeners ask a variety of questions from "workplace woes" to "holier than thou friends" on our latest Ask Sister podcast with Sister Clara and Sister Maxine. We even brought in a surprise guest sister by phone.
A World War II nurse who became a nun is honored on Veterans Day
Before the politicians arrived, before residence hall volunteers passed around the red, white and blue Jell-O parfaits, and before dozens of nuns filled the convent meeting room with verses of “America the Beautiful,” Sister Melanie Kambic looked around and saw “a lot of to do about nothing.”