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Genesis History Wall tells the story

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Preserving the history of the Genesis campus has been a dream of its founder, Sister Elizabeth Oleksak.

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Sisters of Providence celebrate, honor five Jubilarians

Sisters of Providence celebrate, honor five Jubilarians

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Collectively, these five Sisters of Providence have dedicated 350 years of service to God and the Community

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Remembering Sister Aura Ninfa Arellano

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Born in Carlosama (Nariño) Colombia, South America, Sister Aura Ninfa Arellano was in the 48th year of her religious life.

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Rest in peace Sister Marguerite Patient

Rest in peace Sister Marguerite Patient

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Formerly known as Sister Mary Marguerite, Sister Marguerite Patient was in the 80th year of her religious life.

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Please pray for Sister Barbara Huller

Please pray for Sister Barbara Huller

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Holyoke native Sister Barbara Huller was called to new life on November 11.

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Remembering Sister Dorothy Young

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Sister Dorothy Young ministered in child care for the majority of her active years

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Over 146 years of stories, headlines and photos

Over 146 years of stories, headlines and photos

Our pioneer Sisters came to Holyoke in 1873 as members of another community from Kingston, Ont., Canada. In 1892, we became incorporated as the Sisters of Providence, an independent congregation in the Springfield Diocese.

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No one can tell us how much prayer is needed for a balanced life, nor what kind. The spiritual life above all is a personal venture, the response of a personal call from God.

- Mother Mary Loretto Donovan