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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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Eileen Ann Kelley
Sister Eileen Ann was born Mary Clare Kelley on Aug. 14, 1926. She died on Oct. 13, 2012. She was 86 years old and had been a Sister of Providence […]
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Eileen Clare Goetzen
Sister Eileen Clare was born Mary Jane on March 8, 1923. She died on July 26, 2017. She was 94 years old and had been a Sister of Providence for […]
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Eileen Dede
Formerly Sister Anita Therese
Sister Eileen, formerly Sister Anita Therese, is a native of Terre Haute, Indiana. Currently, she ministers in prayer at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Eileen entered the Congregation on January 7, 1948. […]
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Eileen Mary Cunningham
Sister Eileen Mary was born Mary Isabel Cunningham on July 5, 1916. She died on May 1, 2005. She was 88 years old and had been a Sister of Providence […]
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Eileen O’Brien
Sister Agnes Eileen was born Eileen Nora O’Brien on May 20, 1915. She died on March 23, 2013. She was 97 years old and had been a Sister of Providence […]
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Eileen Rose Bonner
Sister Eileen Rose was born into an Irish immigrant family on May 29, 1932, in Whiting, Indiana. She said many of her childhood friends were the first-born of immigrants who […]
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Elaine Doucette
Formerly Sister Elaine Marie
Sister Elaine, formerly Sister Elaine Marie, was born on October 29, 1935. She died on July 27, 2018. She was 82 years old and had been a Sister of Providence […]
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Eleanor Bussing
Sister Eleanor was born Eleanor Francis on Oct. 3, 1923. She died on Sept. 25, 2004. She was 81 years old and had been a Sister of Providence for 63 […]
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Eleanor McAuliffe
Sister Eleanor was born Nellie Bernadine McAuliffe on March 15, 1914. She died on March 29, 2004. She was 90 years old and had been a Sister of Providence for […]
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Eleanor Pierce
Formerly Sister Reparata Marie
Sister Eleanor, formerly Sister Reparata Marie, was born Eleanor Pierce on Aug. 29 1923. She died on Nov. 23, 2013. She was 90 years old and had been a Sister […]
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Elizabeth (Betty) Smigla
Formerly Sister Ann Martin
Sister Betty, formerly Sister Ann Martin, is a native of Chicago. Currently, she ministers as a volunteer at the Cook County Jail and VA Hospital in Chicago. Sister Betty entered […]
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Elizabeth Ann Flori
Sister Elizabeth Ann was born Catherine Lucille Flori on Jan. 30, 1926. She died on Sept. 1, 2004. She was 78 years old and had been a Sister of Providence […]
