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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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Mary Richard Griffith
Sister Mary Richard was born Mary Catherine Griffith on March 16, 1915. She died on Oct. 18, 2009. She was 94 years old and had been a Sister of Providence […]
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Mary Helen Neff
Sister Mary Helen was born on Feb. 3, 1921. She died on March 29, 2004. She was 83 years old and had been a Sister of Providence for 61 years. […]
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Mary Margaret Quinn
Formerly Sister Charles Agnes
Sister Mary Margaret, formerly Sister Charles Agnes, was born on May 27, 1935. She died on Nov. 29, 2013. She was 78 years old and had been a Sister of […]
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Mary Charles Spalding
Sister Mary Charles was born Frances Ruth Spalding on Jan. 7, 1914. She died on March 11, 2011. She was 97 years old and had been a Sister of Providence […]
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Mary Isabelle Welsh
Sister Mary Isabelle was born Isabelle Mary Welsh on June 30, 1918. She died on Dec. 25, 2010. She was 92 years old and had been a Sister of Providence […]
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Mary Terence Haag
Sister Mary Terence was born on December 18, 1916. She died on October 7, 2017. She was 100 years old and had been a Sister of Providence for 82 years. […]
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Mary Adrian Jaroch
Sister Mary Adrian was a native of Chicago. At the time of her passing, she ministered in prayer in Winfield, Illinois. Sister Mary Adrian entered the Congregation on July 1, […]
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Mary Frances Keusal
Formerly Sister Ann Marion
Sister Mary Frances, formerly Sister Ann Marion, is a native of Chicago. Currently, she ministers as a volunteer at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Mary Frances entered the Congregation on January 4, […]
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Rosemary Rafter
Formerly Sister Rose Clare
Sister Rosemary, formerly Sister Rose Clare, was a native of Bloomington, Illinois. Her final ministries were in health care and in residential services at the Woods. Prior to that, she […]
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Mary Ann Stewart
Formerly Sister Marie Faith
Sister Mary Ann is a native of Terre Haute, Indiana. Currently, she ministers as a teacher at Cathedral High School in Indianapolis. Sister Mary Ann, formerly Sister Marie Faith, entered […]
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Mary Tomlinson
Sister Mary is a native of Chicago. Currently, she ministers as a grant writer for the Congregation. Prior to this, she ministered as the Development Director for Guerin Outreach Ministries […]
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Mary Loyola Bender
Sister Mary Loyola Bender was born Anna Loyola on Oct. 13, 1917. She died on Aug. 15, 2016. She was 98 years old and had been a Sister of Providence […]
