Blessings Expressions of Faith
Sisters of Charity of Providence
Item No.: SP043
History
The Community of the Sisters of Charity of Providence was founded in 1843 in Montreal, Canada, by Bishop Ignatius Bourget and Mother Gamelin, for the relief of the poor and aged. The tiny acorn developed into a strong oak that now spreads its branches from the eastern to the western coast of the North American continent
Purpose
The motto of the Community: “The Charity of Christ Presseth Us!” is a stirring call to action, a maxim for generous souls; it has been the inspiration for the varied works of apostolic zeal comprising all works of mercy, including educational and missionary enterprises.
Training
The community has embarked upon a new project - a revised educational program established for the purpose, not only of giving to each of the sisters a deeply-rooted spirituality, but of providing a liberal education and professional preparation that will help each sister to become effective in her vocation to work for Christ in the world. The educational program continues throughout the five-year formation period in Providence Heights College of Sister Formation at Seattle University. A one-year postulancy is followed by a two-year novitiate.
Qualifications
• Candidates are received between the ages of 16 and 30.
• Each must have a Doctor’s certificate.
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