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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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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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A Blessing for the Marie Brendan Harvey Auditorium
Published on November 16, 2023
‘Bless this house, O Lord, we pray.’
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Sisters, Providence Associates to conduct bake sale
Published on November 9, 2023
Find those extra special baked goods you crave!
Obituary
Sister Loretta Picucci (Formerly Sister Loretta Joseph)
Published on November 9, 2023
‘Loretta, YOU are one of the greatest among all!’
Gospel reflection
November 12, 2023: Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Published on November 9, 2023
‘Our bodies, minds and spirits hold all the essential qualifications. Count us in.’
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Sister Dina Bato featured in Global Sisters Report
Published on November 9, 2023
Sister Dina Bato featured in Global Sisters Report
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SMWC names Conservatory of Music Auditorium in honor of Sister Marie Brendan Harvey
Published on November 7, 2023
‘Many will forever cherish Sister Marie Brendan’s voice, not just for its musicality but for the love and kindness that radiated through it.’
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“"Justice is not taking what is not ours; it's sharing resources that belong to the whole human family."”
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Monthly prayer with the Sisters of Providence on Dec. 7
Published on November 3, 2023
All single women ages 18-42 are invited
Gospel reflection
November 5, 2023: Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time
Published on November 2, 2023
God acts in our lives. So walk the talk.
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Welcome to our 2023 Providence Associates
Published on October 27, 2023
We are blessed that 20 new Providence Associates answered a call by God to enter more deeply into our community. Enjoy these photos of the Rite of First Commitment ceremony.
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The vast question of ‘What do we owe each other?’
Published on October 27, 2023
Sister Emily TeKolste featured in Global Sisters Report
