United in Heart, Not Always in Mind -- Providence Podcast

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United in Heart, Not Always in Mind -- Providence Podcast

In a time when division feels louder than ever, this reflection asks whether unity is really about thinking alike — or about choosing love, listening, and shared purpose. Drawing from Scripture, community life, and the realities of our political moment, we'll reflect together on what it means to belong to Christ — and to each other. A thoughtful conversation about disagreement, courage, and the hard, holy work of belonging to one another

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Being God's Beloved, Providence Podcast Episode

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Being God's Beloved, Providence Podcast Episode

The baptism story is about us too. God wants us to know that we’re beloved. If we were to just spend a little time each day recognizing God’s love and basking in it, we would take it in a little bit and probably share it too. The world is dry and brittle in its longing for love; any sparks we send out would likely catch and spread.

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A Star for Everyone: Epiphany, the Magi, and Our Call to Belong to Each Other, Providence Podcast

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A Star for Everyone: Epiphany, the Magi, and Our Call to Belong to Each Other, Providence Podcast

This Epiphany, the magi remind us that Christ is for all people—and all belong to Christ. Enter into a gentle Gospel reflection on Matthew 2, exploring belonging, unity, and the call to welcome one another. 🌟

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Feast of the Holy Family | Trusting God’s Call in Uncertain Times

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Feast of the Holy Family | Trusting God’s Call in Uncertain Times

A contemplative reflection on Matthew’s Gospel with three Sisters of Divine Providence. Pray with the story of Joseph’s dreams, courageous trust, and faithful action, and explore how God continues to guide us through discernment and uncertainty today.

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Emmanuel, God with Us | Fourth Week of Advent Gospel Meditation

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Emmanuel, God with Us | Fourth Week of Advent Gospel Meditation

Enter a quiet, contemplative space this Fourth Week of Advent with the Providence Podcast. This guided Gospel prayer reflects on Matthew’s account of the birth of Jesus, Joseph’s dream, and the promise of Emmanuel — God with us. A gentle Advent meditation to help you slow down, listen, and prepare your heart for Christmas.

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Joy That Finds You, A Gaudete Sunday Guided Prayer with Isaiah, Advent Week 3

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Joy That Finds You, A Gaudete Sunday Guided Prayer with Isaiah, Advent Week 3

Gaudete Sunday: Let Joy Find You: This week on the Providence Podcast, we pause in the middle of Advent to rediscover the quiet joy God offers — even when life feels rushed or heavy. Join Sister Leslie for a gentle guided Lectio Divina on Isaiah 35, a reading full of promise, healing, and strength.

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Waiting in Joyful Hope, Providence Podcast

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Waiting in Joyful Hope, Providence Podcast

We can be filled with hope and wonder at Advent again because the Christ, God-with-us. Is. Still. With. Us. And has never left us. We long for this presence, and maybe that longing is the root of all our longings, and each year as Advent brings us to Christmas, we can remember that God does bring fulfillment to our longing.

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Guided Lectio Divina for Advent | Romans 15 Reflection & Prayer, Providence Podcast

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Guided Lectio Divina for Advent | Romans 15 Reflection & Prayer, Providence Podcast

This week on the Providence Podcast, enter into a peaceful guided Lectio Divina focused on Romans 15. Step into a space of quiet reflection, prayer, and hope as we journey through the season of Advent together.

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Let Us Walk in the Light of God, Advent Week 1, Providence Podcast

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Let Us Walk in the Light of God, Advent Week 1, Providence Podcast

To enter this lovely Advent Season of waiting in joyful hope, we're going to mix it up a little on the podcast and offer a guided prayer, a simple reflection on a Scripture passage. I'll share a few of my thoughts and also leave a space of silence for your prayer. I hope Spirit will speak to each of us, and you’re welcome to share your thoughts with me. Let’s hold each other in prayer over these sacred days.

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All Bad Things Come to an End, Providence Podcast Episode

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All Bad Things Come to an End, Providence Podcast Episode

God is with us however we are — when we feel like quitting or when we persevere, when we feel happy or just way less sad. If the world is ending, God is in that, and if it’s not but it just feels pretty desolate, God’s with us in that too. However we find ourselves these days, I hope we can turn toward God in love and trust.

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The Souls of the Just are in the Hand of God, Providence Podcast Episode

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The Souls of the Just are in the Hand of God, Providence Podcast Episode

For this week’s reflection, we’re trying something new! Rather than a homily or sermon-type of reflection, Sr. Leslie Keener and Sr. Alice Gerdeman will have a faith-sharing conversation about the First Reading for All Souls Day, which is from the Book of Wisdom. We hope that, as we share, the Holy Spirit speaks to you too!

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Afflicting the Comfortable, Providence Podcast Episode 5.4

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Afflicting the Comfortable, Providence Podcast Episode 5.4

Prophets comfort the afflicted and afflict the comfortable, and maybe that's what our prophets are doing -- afflicting us until we shift our expectations and attitudes. Attitude shifts are often uncomfortable for me, but that’s okay. A little discomfort never hurt me and, in fact, sometimes it helps me to grow.

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Be Trustworthy and Prudent, Virtuous and Shrewd, Providence Podcast Episode

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Be Trustworthy and Prudent, Virtuous and Shrewd, Providence Podcast Episode

There’s probably never been a time when there weren’t deceitful people, but our present age feels particularly corrupt. As we acknowledge this and negotiate it as best we can, we can be single-hearted in following God and loving other people. Thanks be to God for prudence and guidance and for the gift of each other for support and care. 

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