It was at this time that one of the Sulpician priests, Father Joubert, realized the need for a school for the children who came to him for catechism. Aware of Lange's home school, he approached her about its future and suggested the foundation of a religious community which could perpetuate it. Unknown to him. As time changes, the Oblates accept new challenges to their spiritual strength and courage. Today they have added a new dimension of leadership to pastoral work, parish planning, administration, adult education and retreats.
Education continues to be one of their primary works .
They can be found in ministries in seven States, the District of Columbia, Costa Rica and the Dominican Republic. The Oblate Sisters of Providence profess the public vows of chastity, poverty and obedience. The Formation Process begins with Pre-Candidacy, when the woman's interest in the Congregation motivates her to become more acquainted with the members through visits and dialogue with the Vocation Director Candidacy begins when in mutual agreement the candidate moves into the House of Formation and focuses on the Congregation through a planned program of study under the Formation Director. During a Novitiate of two years, she focuses on prayer, study and relationship with God. Her second year of Novitiate may be spent in active ministry of the Congregation.