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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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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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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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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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Florence Norton
Formerly Sister Thomas Ann
Sister Florence was a native of Chicago. Her final ministry was in prayer at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Florence, formerly Sister Thomas Ann, entered the Congregation on January 10, 1944. She […]
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Agnes Maureen Badura
Sister Agnes Maureen was a native of Chicago. Her final ministry was in prayer at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Agnes Maureen entered the Congregation on July 22, 1947 and professed final […]
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Linda Kaliker
Formerly Sister Marie Theodore
Sister Linda, formerly Sister Marie Theodore, was a native of Fort Wayne, Indiana. Her final ministry was in prayer at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Linda entered the Congregation on January 6, […]
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Marilyn Trobaugh
Formerly Sister Robert Louise
Sister Marilyn ws a native of Lafayette, Indiana. Her final ministry was in prayer at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Marilyn, formerly Sister Robert Louise, entered the Congregation on January 4, 1954. […]
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Kathleen Desautels
Formerly Sister Mary Colleen
Sister Kathleen, formerly Sister Mary Colleen, is a native of Indianapolis. While she ministered for many years at 8th Day Center for Justice in Chicago, she currently ministers as a […]
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Rita Clare Gerardot
Sister Rita Clare was born on September 19, 1926, in Besancon, Indiana, the seventh of 10 children. Besancon, she said, is a “small rural area 12 miles east of Fort […]
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Ruth Johnson
Formerly Sister Joseph Maurice
Sister Ruth, formerly Sister Joseph Maurice, is a native of Cambridge, Mass. Currently, she ministers in Congregational Department Ministries. Sister Ruth entered the Congregation on Feb. 2, 1950. She professed […]
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Marianne Mader
Formerly Sister Ann Eugene
Sister Marianne Mader was born on January 15, 1947, and was a native of Indianapolis. Her final ministry was as a consultant for the Congregation’s Archives Department. Sister Marianne, formerly […]
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Annette Schipp
Sister Annette was a native of Ferdinand, Indiana. Her final ministry was in prayer at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Annette entered the Congregation on January 6, 1940. She professed final vows […]
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Charles Van Hoy
Sister Charles is a native of Bloomington, Indiana. Her final ministry was in prayer at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Charles entered the Congregation on Feb. 2, 1949, and professed perpetual vows […]
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Regina Norris
Formerly Sister Regina Clare
Sister Regina, formerly Sister Regina Clare, was a native of Bicknell, Ind. Sister Regina entered the Congregation in 1961, professing first vows in 1964 and final vows in 1969. Sister […]
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Lucille Nolan
Formerly Sister Mary Lucille
Sister Lucille, formerly Sister Mary Lucille, was a native of Galesburg, Illinois. Her final ministry was in prayer at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Lucille entered the Congregation on July 22, 1947 […]
