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Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods
A community of vowed Catholic women religious, we joyfully live out the radical Gospel message of love, mercy and justice in today’s world. Inspired by our foundress Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, we are passionate about our lives of prayer, education, service and advocacy. We dedicate ourselves to helping those who might otherwise be forgotten.
Discover what it means to be a Sister of Providence at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, dedicated to creating a just and hope-filled world through prayer, education, service and advocacy.
Love, mercy, justice
The Sisters of Providence have a long history of commitment to social and environmental justice.
You can’t know the Sisters of Providence well without knowing our amazing, faithful, strong foundress.
Join us for the annual White Violet Center for Eco-Justice Earth Day Festival! There’s something for everyone from nature shows and earth-related craft activities for the kids, to spinning, weaving and felting demonstrations and visits with the alpacas and chickens.
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Come and See Retreat – Spring 2025
What is it like to be a Catholic Sister today? Come and See! Explore if you might be called to life as a Sister of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Free weekend retreat March 28-30, 2025!
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Alpaca Encounter: From Farm to Fiber Art
Bring the family for this fun, hands-on learning experience! Discover the origins of alpacas and why our herd is great for our farm.
Looking for a sister?
Find her here! Photos, articles, obituaries of sisters you have known and loved.
Download HOPE: As seen in HOPE: A Thriving Community and Mission: Evolution from the Sisters of Providence to the Providence Community The Sisters of Providence have grown into the Providence Community, expanding their mission while staying true to their founding values. Honoring the Past, Supporting the Future: Our Educational Mission Today While Sisters may no…
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