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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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Rosemary Schmalz
Formerly Sister Mary Ida
Sister Rosemary is a native of Evansville, Indiana. Currently, she ministers as the coordinator of the office of records at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Rosemary, formerly Sister Mary Ida, entered the […]
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Mary Maxine Teipen
Sister Mary Maxine was a native of Indianapolis. Sister Mary Maxine entered the Congregation on February 2, 1946. She professed final vows on August 15, 1953. She graduated from Saint […]
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Brigid Mary Hurley
Sister Brigid Mary was born in Malden, Massachusetts. She passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2019, at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. She was 77 years old and had been a Sister of […]
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Mary Catherine Duffy
Formerly Sister Marie Michele
Sister Mary Catherine, formerly Sister Marie Michele, was born in Indianapolis. Currently, she is in between ministries. Prior to this, she ministered as a document translator for the immigration office […]
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Mary Viola Burke
Sister Mary Viola Burke was born Anna Marie on Feb. 6, 1885. She died on Oct. 4, 1968. She was 83 years old and had been a Sister of Providence […]
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Mary Patricia Cummings
Formerly Sister Marie Janice
Sister Mary Patricia was a native of New Albany, Ind. Her final ministry was in prayer at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Mary Patricia, formerly Sister Marie Janice, entered the Congregation on […]
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Rosemary Ward
Formerly Sister Sebastian
Sister Rosemary, formerly Sister Sebastian, was a native of Chicago. Her final ministry was in prayer and as a justice advocate at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Prior to this, she ministered in […]
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Rosemary Eyler
Formerly Sister Mary Luke
Sister Rosemary, formerly Sister Mary Luke, was a native of Crawfordsville, Indiana. Her final ministry was in prayer at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Rosemary entered the Congregation on Feb. 2, 1949, […]
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Mary Beth Klingel
Formerly Sister Mary Hope
Sister Mary Beth Klingel, formerly Sister Mary Hope, was born on May 29, 1946. The Jasper, Indiana, native entered the Congregation on September 12, 1964. Sister Mary Beth graduated from […]
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Mary Lou Ruck
Formerly Sister Mary Lucian
Sister Mary Lou, formerly Sister Mary Lucian, is a native of Wilmette, Illinois. Currently, she ministers in health care at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. “I entered the Congregation from Wilmette, with a […]
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Mary Anselm Coppersmith
Sister Mary Anselm was born Christina Gertrude Coppersmith on Jan. 25, 1913. She died on March 3, 2006. She was 93 years old and had been a Sister of Providence […]
