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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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Janice Smith
Sister Janice Smith was born and raised in Baltimore, “in the Polish neighborhood of Locust Point, just blocks away from Fort McHenry – home of the writing of the ‘Star […]
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Jean Ann Daniel
Sister Jean Ann Daniel was born Jan. 18, 1931. She died Oct. 25, 2014. She was 83 years old and had been a Sister of Providence for 65 years. Sister […]
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Jean Anne Maher
Formerly Sister Roberta Marie
Sister Jean Anne, formerly Sister Roberta Marie, was born on December 24, 1932, in Chicago. She died on Thursday, August 23, 2018. She was 85 years old and had been […]
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Jean Arkenberg
Formerly Sister Marian Jean
Sister Jean, formerly Sister Marian Jean, was born Nov. 22, 1923. She died March 8, 2009. She was 85 years old and had been a Sister of Providence for 68 […]
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Jean Ernstes
Sister Jean was born Jean Frances Ernstes on Feb. 19, 1930. She died on Sept. 29, 2004. She was 74 years old and had been a Sister of Providence for […]
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Jean Fuqua
Formerly Sister Jean Marian
Sister Jean is a native of Owensboro, Kentucky. Currently, she ministers as a volunteer and in the Clinical Care Office at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Jean, formerly Sister Jean Marian, entered […]
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Jean Karier
Sister Jean Karier was born Cecilia Susan Karier on Sept. 16, 1914. She died on March 7, 2009. She was 94 years old and had been a Sister of Providence […]
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Jean Kenny
Formerly Sister Keith
Sister Jean was born on November 12, 1949, and is a native of Chicago. Currently, she ministers in congregational department ministry at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Jean, formerly Sister Keith, entered […]
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Jean Michele Monaghan
Formerly Sister John Michele
Sister Jean Michele, formerly Sister John Michele, was born Jean Michele Monaghan on July 10, 1919. She died on Feb. 16, 2013. She was 93 years old and had been […]
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Jean Patrice Keenon
Sister Jean Patrice was born Mary Margaret Keenon on April 2, 1920. She died on Aug. 6, 2010. She was 89 years old and had been a Sister of Providence […]
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Jeanette Flaherty
Formerly Sister Margaret Therese
Sister Jeanette, formerly Sister Margaret Therese, was born Jeanette Marie Flaherty on July 1, 1931. She died on Jan. 18, 2005. She was 73 years old and had been a […]
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Jeanette Hagelskamp
Sister Jeanne Hagelskamp was born on March 6, 1951, in Indianapolis. She entered the Congregation on August 23, 1975. Sister Jeanne graduated from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College with a bachelor’s degree […]
