The work of the Holy Spirit

Social justice issues are important to Providence Candidate-Associate Gerri Baum of Cary, Ill. She belongs to many organizations that bring light to injustices in our world. Some of these groups include NETWORK, Pax Christi, Call to Action, American Catholic Council and the Women’s Ordination Conference.

Now, as a Providence Candidate-Associate, Gerri is learning more about the Congregation’s passion for social justice. After studying the Spiritual Integration Units (a program to help introduce candidates to the Sisters of Providence, the Providence Associate Relationship and Providence spirituality) with her companion, Sister Barbara Sheehan, Gerri noted:

“My overall reaction was overwhelming surprise. Six out of seven of my comments on the assessment reflection for each unit are, basically, ‘We’re on the same page.’ The lessons of the units have been a part of my adult spiritual development. I don’t think it is coincidental, I think it’s a work of the Holy Spirit. The units, however, also provided opportunities to reflect further on my life and spiritual path.”

Gerri will make her first commitment as a Providence Associate on Nov. 12, 2011.