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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.

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“Everything seems possible when we have each other to lean on and when we remind each other to lean with all our weight on Providence. I believe that is how our foundresses not only survived but ultimately also thrived in the midst of the forest.”

Sister Dawn Tomaszewski

General superior

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.

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Love, mercy, justice

The Sisters of Providence have a long history of commitment to social and environmental justice.

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Upcoming events

7/7 Women’s Monthly Prayer Group: Vulnerability

January 7, 2025 at 7:00 pm - 7:45 pm EST
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We can learn to lean in faith on God’s providence and can find help and comfort in one another

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Dec
24

Christmas Eve Candlelight Vigil

The service will include readings and song

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Dec
25

Christmas Day Mass

People of all faith traditions are invited to attend

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Jan
1

Mass for the Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God

Join us for the Mass for the Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary

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Liv Charlton shows off the fruits of her labor with this tub of USDA organic peppers.

“The sisters have broken my expectations I had for them. I was so happy to discover that nuns are, in fact, real people. They are so welcoming and easy to talk to. I’ve loved getting to know a few of them and hearing their amazing stories.”

Liv Charlton

2017-2018 intern at White Violet Center for Eco-Justice

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HOPE Magazine

HOPE Fall 2024

In this issue, we explore various forms of support and connection. You’ll discover how to find unity through listening and engaging in trusting dialogue and how to uncover common ground even amid conflict. We invite you to experience the peace offered by the sacred spaces at the Woods — spaces nurtured by our sisters, both present and past. As always, we provide practical guidance on deepening your spiritual life through prayer and spiritual direction.

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