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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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Dorothy Evelyn Laughlin
Sister Dorothy Evelyn was born March 6, 1922. She died on March 17, 2009. She was 87 years old and had been a Sister of Providence for 66 years. Sister […]
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Dorothy Gartland
Formerly Sister Margaret Eugene
Sister Dorothy was born on October 29, 1929, in St. Joseph, Missouri, the day the stock market fell. Her family moved to Chicago after her father’s job was moved there. […]
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Dorothy Hucksoll
Formerly Sister Francis Ellen
Sister Dorothy, formerly Sister Francis Ellen, was born Dorothy May Hucksoll on Sept. 16, 1925. She died on May 25, 2015. She was 89 years old and had been a […]
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Dorothy Karier
Sister Dorothy was born Dorothy Mary Karier on May 27, 1921. She died on April 13, 2007. She was 85 years old and had been a Sister of Providence for […]
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Dorothy Larson
Formerly Sister Margaret Marian
Sister Dorothy is a native of Chicago. Currently, she ministers in prayer at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Dorothy, formerly Sister Margaret Marian, entered the Congregation on February 2, 1954. She professed […]
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Dorothy Marie Ahern
Sister Dorothy Marie was born Genevieve Lucille on May 6, 1923. She died Friday, Nov. 14, 2014. She was 91 years old and had been a Sister of Providence for […]
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Dorothy McLaughlin
Sister Dorothy was born Edna Catherine on Oct. 19, 1918. She died on June 17, 2013. She was 94 years old and had been a Sister of Providence for 76 […]
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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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Dorothy Souligny
Formerly Sister Marie Christopher
Sister Dorothy, formerly Sister Marie Christopher, was born Dorothy May Souligny on Feb. 23, 1934. She died on Dec. 12, 2006. She was 72 years old and had been a […]
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Editha Ben
Sister Editha was born on April 19, 1947, and is a native of Vigan, ILocos Sur, Philippines. Currently, she ministers as the Director of Postulants in the United States. Sister […]
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Edna Scheller
Sister Edna was a native of Evansville, Indiana. Her final ministry was in residential services for the Congregation. Sister Edna entered the Congregation on January 8, 1950. She professed first […]
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Edwardine McNulty
Sister Edwardine was born Veronica Eileen McNulty on March 1, 1918. She died on Jan. 18, 2015. She was 96 years old and had been a Sister of Providence for […]
