Associates

Associates of the Congregation of Divine Providence (ACDPs) are women and men who have experienced a call to live the spirituality of the Congregation of Divine Providence—confidence in a provident God—who share the goals, values, and ideals of the Sisters of Divine Providence and who have been formally accepted as Associates by the Congregation.

Hallmarks of the ACDP
• evidence of Providence spirituality in her/his own lifestyle
• fidelity to prayer
• participation periodically in community for liturgy, prayer, a meal, sharing
• public witness by one's life and work

Two Expressions of Association in the CDPs
All Associates are united in their identification with the charism of the Sisters of Divine Providence, but they express their association in one of two forms. Both expressions require participation in and completion of the formation process before initial commitment. Both imply a connection among Sisters and Associates through prayer and community.

Prayer Association
Prayer and community connections identify these Associates who pray for the Church, the mission of the Sisters of Divine Providence, and the needs of the Sisters and Associates; stay in contact with the Sisters and other Associates through prayer, celebrations, and social activities; and occasionally participate in group gatherings; and share with others the history and charism of the CDP's.

Service Association
Prayer, community connections, and sharing the history of the CDPs, mentioned above in the identification of Prayer Association, also identify these Associates. Additional marks of identity include: service in the Church and community; attendance at Associate gatherings and designated Congregational gatherings; continued formation in spirituality and ministry; leadership in Church, neighborhood, civic organizations.

For further information on becoming an Associate of the Congregation of Divine Providence, please contact:

Sister Lucille Ann Fritsch
Director, CDP Associates
515 S. W. 24th St.
San Antonio, TX 78207-4619
(210) 434-1866, ext. 1105
FAX (210) 431-9965
email: lfritsch@cdptexas.org