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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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Irma Meuse
Formerly Sister Ann Peter
Sister Irma, formerly Sister Ann Peter, is a native of Malden, Massachusetts. Currently, she ministers in outreach in Stoneham, Massachusetts. Sister Irma entered the Congregation on July 21, 1956. She […]
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Jacquelyn Hoffman
Formerly Sister Theodata
Sister Jacquelyn, formerly Sister Theodata, was a native of Fort Wayne, Ind. Her final ministry was in music at Providence Health Care in Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Jacquelyn entered the Congregation […]
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James Michael Kesterson
Sister James Michael Kesterson was born on November 21, 1928, in Indianapolis. She entered the Congregation on February 2, 1948, professing first and final vows on August 15, 1950 and […]
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Jane Bodine
Formerly Sister Janet
Sister Jane, formerly Sister Janet, was born Anna Jane on Sept. 9, 1919. She died March 30, 2017. She was 97 years old and had been a Sister of Providence […]
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Jane Gibson
Formerly Sister Dorothy Jane
Sister Jane, formerly Sister Dorothy Jane, is a native of Louisville, Ky. Currently, she ministers in prayer at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Jane entered the Congregation on Feb. 2, 1953. She […]
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Jane Iannaccone
Sister Jane is a native of Medford, Massachusetts. Currently, she ministers as a spiritual companion at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Jane entered the Congregation on August 17, 1985. She professed first […]
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Jane Maher
Sister Jane was born on March 10, 1919. She died on Nov. 28, 2006. She was 87 years old and had been a Sister of Providence for 68 years. Sister […]
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Jane Marie Osterholt
Sister Jane Marie was born on Sept. 3, 1944. She died on Sept. 14, 2012. She was 68 years old and had been a Sister of Providence for 49 years. […]
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Jane Michael Dwyer
Sister Jane Michael is a native of Arlington, Massachusetts. Currently, she ministers in residential services and health care at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Jane Michael entered the Congregation on July 22, […]
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Janet Craven
Sister Jan Craven was born on January 25, 1950, in Youngstown, Ohio. Currently, she is in between ministries. Prior to that, she ministered as the Co-Director of Providence Spirituality & […]
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Janet Gilligan
Formerly Sister Janet Marie
Sister Janet currently ministers as an assistant in the Archives Department and writes grants, including a Heritage Support Grant from the Indiana Historical Society. Sister Janet, formerly Sister Janet Marie, […]
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Janice Ostrowski
Formerly Sister Joachim
Sister Janice is a native of Berwyn, Illinois. Currently, she ministers as a volunteer at Gottleib Hospital in Melrose Park, Ill. Sister Janice entered the Congregation in 1963, professing first […]
