Associate provides a helping hand

Pictured from left are Rita Muller, Sister Joanna Brown, Sister Jane Gibson, Sister Barbara Doherty and Sister Suzanne Buthod.

Making a commitment is part of the process of becoming a Providence Associate. Each associate discerns what this commitment will be according to her/his desire, capacity and availability. Some may choose to enter into an intentional prayer relationship while others may want to become involved with the Sisters of Providence in a specific aspect of ministry. For those already involved in a particular ministry or work (not necessarily with the Sisters of Providence), it may mean becoming more intentional about how they will “further God’s loving plans through works of love, mercy and justice” in their particular work or ministry.

For Providence Associate Rita Muller of Vincennes, Ind., part of her commitment is spending a week each month volunteering with and for the sisters. Not everyone has the time to be able to do this, but Rita, who is a retired school teacher, enjoys the change of scenery and spending time with her sister-friends.

If you have questions about becoming a Providence Associate, visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.

To learn more about volunteering at the Woods, please contact Volunteer Services Coordinator Sister Rebecca “Becky” Keller at rkeller@spsmw.org or 812-535-2878.