
- About
-
-
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.
-
-
- Justice
-
-
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.
-
-
- Be inspired
-
-
What inspires you?
We all need a little spiritual inspiration sometimes. Let the wisdom of our Providence Community support you on your journey.
-
-
- Visit
-
-
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.
-
-
- Get involved
-
-
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.
-
-
- Join
-
-
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.
-
-
- Prayer Requests
- Contact us
- Donate

Social services
Just as you are involved in helping your neighbors, the Sisters of Providence and Providence Associates strive to help individuals, families, groups and communities to enhance their well-being, helping people develop skills and abilities to use their own resources and those of the community to resolve problems.

In addition to Sisters of Providence sponsored ministries, individual sisters and Providence Associates also serve in social service and justice ministries. They do important work, including:
- advocating for just systems
- visiting those in prison
- working with the homeless, providing both material and spiritual resources
- addressing needs of immigrants
- in street and neighborhood outreach programs
- homecare outreach for persons who are elderly and counselors
Sponsored social services ministries
In particular, several SP ministries provide social services in the United States and Asia:

West Terre Haute
Services in West Terre Haute include Providence Food Pantry with a focus to providing a nutritious supply of food to families in need and The Connecting Link, which assists individuals in need of food, money, furniture, clothing and basic services or needing information and referrals to and from other not-for-profit organizations.

Mission in Asia
Our mission in Asia provides a range of services: physical therapy and education for mentally and physically challenged children and young adults; a senior service center; a Meals on Motorcycles program; and training of caregivers to work in homes.




