
- About
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Love, mercy, justice
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods are a community of vowed Catholic women religious. Inspired by our foundress Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, we are passionate about our lives of prayer, education, service and advocacy.
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Break boundaries, create hope
Spirituality and justice go hand-in-hand. We are committed to walking with those on the margins. Join us on our journey to make Earth better for all.
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- Be inspired
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What inspires you?
We all need a little spiritual inspiration sometimes. Let the wisdom of our Providence Community support you on your journey.
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- Visit
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Experience the Woods
From the moment you step onto the grounds at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, you know you're somewhere special. There's something for everyone at the Woods.
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- Get involved
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Where do you fit in?
Reconnect or find new opportunities with the Providence Community. Volunteer in one of our many ministries, be an intern on the farm, explore job opportunities or reminisce about your alma mater.
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Join the Providence Family
Live joyfully! Single, Catholic women ages 18-42 are invited to explore a fulfilling life as a Sister of Providence. All women and men of faith are invited to join the family of Providence as Providence Associates.
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What did you do today?
Dear friends:
“What did you do today?”
The next time you are asked this question, share that you helped provide a place of spiritual direction, healing and hope for more than 15,000 visitors, program participants, and pilgrims.

Tell them you helped develop sustainable means of farming by helping to expand and enhance the White Violet Center for Eco-Justice.
You helped care for our retired sisters and enabled the work of the many other ministries of the Sisters of Providence at the Woods, in our nation and around the world.
You helped promote vocations and the call to religious life.
You help every day when your gifts are used to continue the needed mission of the Sisters of Providence.
You are a friend to our mission and your gifts have impact on those we serve. We hope you will consider making a gift to help us continue our work as we bring love, hope and justice to our homes, community and our world.

We want to make it as easy as possible for you so feel free to make your donation online today. If you prefer, you can mail in your gift to: Mission Advancement – Summer Letter, Sisters of Providence, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, IN 47876
Gratefully in Providence,
Sister Ann Casper
Executive Director, Mission Advancement
Congregation Profile:
Financial benefactors – 5,324
Professed Sisters – 297
Providence Associates – 223
Candidate Associates – 30
SP Volunteer Services – individuals/groups who volunteer regularly at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods and in the Terre Haute area – 94/4
Board and committee lay members of the Congregation and of sponsored institutions/ministries – 160
Sisters of Providence staff members – 125
Prayer benefactors – your number is legion and we feel the power of your prayers daily!
P.S. Our full Annual Report is available online. If you would like a copy mailed to you, please call 812-535-2800.
The Sisters of Providence keep all benefactors, constituents, alumnae/i and companions in daily prayer.




