International Day of CHARITY

“Charity is much more than material and social assistance. It has to do with the whole person; it strives to put people back on their feet with the love of Jesus: a love that helps them to recover their beauty and their dignity. Offering charity means having the courage to look into people’s eyes.”[9] Pope Francis.

Apostolic Journey to Hungary: Meeting with poor people and refugees in St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church (29 April 2023) | Francis (vatican.va)

On the International Day of CHARITY, as Providence Family we join in this celebration that calls us to live the MOTTO:

“You have a lot to give. It is our opportunity. We are hope.”

As Sisters of Providence, we have witnessed the poverty and pain of many people, as today we see the painful destruction of our planet.

Seeing has meant for us to approach those who suffer, giving them the opportunity to improve their lives. In this way we grow in hope and share the success of those who now stand up for themselves, having restored their own dignity.

In this way, we follow in the footsteps of our foundresses Emilie, Bernarda and Joseph according to our congregational motto: THE CHARITY OF CHRIST URGES US