photos by Sr. Susan Pye
Sister Peggy Flanagan is joined by her friends
l to r: Sister Marilyn Kearns, Monsignor Don Clement, Sister Peggy and MPP John Gerretsen. Sister Peggy calls Sister Marilyn, her “angel” who accompanies her to her appointments at the cancer clinic.

By Sister Peggy Flanagan

The annual Walk of Hope in support of women with ovarian cancer and their families, was held at LeMoine Park on Sunday, September 23rd. Even though it was a Sunday morning, our event was well attended. The forecast predicted rain but we were blessed with perfect weather.
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Sister of Providence Sheila Langton, 2nd from left, was among the dignitaries who unveiled a sign at the site of the new Providence Care Hospital. She’s accompanied by MPP John Gerretsen, Wynn Turner, Chair SE LHIN, Glen Wood, Chair, and Dale Kenney, CEO, both from Providence Care.

By Christine Ross

A century plus legacy of health care built from the ground up by the fledgling congregation Sisters of Providence in the 1800’s, was remembered as Providence Care unveiled the sign for its new hospital during a special ceremony in September.
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The annual Fall Gathering was held at Providence Motherhouse October 2 – 4. General Superior Sister Sandra Shannon delivered the opening address, printed here.

Sister Sandra Shannon
Welcome everyone to yet another Fall Gathering! Especially we welcome our Sisters from the West. This year we start a new tradition of having just one gathering. Welcome to those who had to make a sacrifice in their ministry to be here. Our Associates bring their special flavour to the gathering – so welcome to you five. Of course it is with gratitude I welcome the rank and file we see each day for you keep us going.
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Sister Peggy Flanagan was honoured for her many years of service and contributions to Holy Family in Kingston as the parish marked its 50th anniversary in September.

Holy Family parish in Kingston celebrated its 50th anniversary in September. The Sisters of Providence have a deep connection to the parish and the school, Holy Family elementary school. Archbishop Brendan O’Brien presided at the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass on Sunday, September 9th, followed by a buffet lunch at the Portuguese Cultural Centre.

Sister Lucy Kearney won this beautiful fall mum.

Sister Sheila Langton put her babysitting skills to use, and held a sleeping Emma Black, the young granddaughter of Pamela Black, who helped organized the event.

Sister of Providence Margo Shafer, far right, volunteered at the Wheelin’ for Healin’ event luncheon held at the Hunstville Legion.

By Sister Margo Shafer

Motorcycle enthusiasts hit the road this summer in the Muskoka region to raise money for treatment of mental health issues.

Close to 50 bikers took part in the 5th annual Wheelin’ for Healin’ charity ride that set out from the Gravenhurst Legion on Sunday, August 26.
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Sister of Providence Bernadine Bokenfohr speaks at the dedication mass for the new Chapel.

By Christine Ross

June 25th marked an historic day at St. Mary’s Hospital in Camrose, Alberta. Founded by the Sisters of Providence in 1924 and later transferred to Covenant Health in 2002, the hospital dedicated its new chapel at a special Mass. The chapel seats 45 and will be open 24 hours per day for quiet reflection and prayers for people of many faiths. It was determined the former multi-use room which was often used as aconference room, didn’t meet the needs of the hospital. Funded by the Sisters of Providence of St. Vincent de Paul, Catholic Health of Alberta and numerous other donors, the chapel honours the legacy of the Sisters of Providence. Father Marc Cramer presided over the dedication mass, Sister of Providence Bernadine Bokenfohr assisted and Sister of Providence Rita Gleason was the pianist.