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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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Camille Neubauer
Formerly Sister Jude
Sister Camille was born in Washington, D.C. She entered the Congregation in 1961, professing first vows in 1964 and final vows in 1969. Sister Camille died on Wednesday, Aug. 14, […]
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Josephine Paolinelli
Formerly Sister Louise Joseph
Sister Josephine is a native of Chicago. Her final ministry was in health care in Northlake, Illinois. Sister Josephine, formerly Sister Louise Joseph, entered the Congregation on February 2, 1956. […]
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My Huong Pham
Sister My Huong is a native of Vietnam. Currently, she ministers as the Director of Spiritual Care at Holy Cross Hospital in Chicago. Prior to that, she ministered as the […]
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Ann Paula Pohlman
Sister Ann Paula is a native of Indianapolis. Currently, she ministers in prayer at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Ann Paula entered the Congregation in 1953. She professed first vows in 1955 […]
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Joann Quinkert
Formerly Sister Joan Margaret
Sister Joann, formerly Sister Joan Margaret, entered the Congregation on January 6, 1949. Currently, she ministers as a volunteer and in the Clinical Care Office at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Joann […]
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Dorothy Rasche
Formerly Sister Rose Martin
Sister Dorothy, formerly Sister Rose Martin, is a native of Jasper, Indiana. She has two older brothers. She attended Saint Joseph Catholic Elementary School in Jasper before entering the Providence […]
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Alice Ann Rhinesmith
Sister Alice Ann is a native of Bellefonte, Pennsylvania. Currently, she ministers in prayer at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Alice Ann entered the Congregation on February 2, 1955. She professed final […]
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Maria Saracco
Formerly Sister Maria Immaculata
Sister Maria, formerly Sister Maria Immaculata, is a native of Chicago. Currently, she ministers in outreach and residential services at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Maria entered the Congregation in 1961, professing […]
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Louise Schroeder
Formerly Sister Edward Louise
Sister Louise, formerly Sister Edward Louise, was a native of Jasper, Indiana. Currently, she ministers in prayer at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Louise entered the Congregation on January 5, 1943. She […]
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Marie Esther Sivertsen
Sister Marie Esther is a native of Winthrop, Massachusetts. Currently, she ministers in prayer at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Marie Esther entered the Congregation on February 2, 1952. She took her […]
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Maria Smith
Formerly Sister Maria Goretti
Sister Maria is a native of Lafayette, Indiana. Currently, she ministers in prayer at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Prior to that, she ministered as a volunteer at the Villas at Guerin Woods […]
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Martha Steidl
Formerly Sister Marie Aquinas
Sister Martha Steidl, formerly Sister Marie Aquinas, was born Martha Ann on April 26, 1925. She died on March 12, 2018. She was 92 years old and had been a […]
