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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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Joan Zlogar
Formerly Sister Joseph Bernard
Sister Joan, formerly Sister Joseph Bernard, was a native of Joliet, Illinois. She attended St. Raymond’s Grade School and St. Francis Academy, both staffed by the Joliet Franciscans. After graduating […]
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Joann Quinkert
Formerly Sister Joan Margaret
Sister Joann, formerly Sister Joan Margaret, entered the Congregation on January 6, 1949. Currently, she ministers as a volunteer and in the Clinical Care Office at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Joann […]
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Joanna Brown
Formerly Sister Louis Marie
Sister Joanna Brown, formerly Sister Louise Marie, was born on Sept. 29, 1928. She died on Sept. 19, 2014. She was 85 years old and had been a Sister of […]
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Joanna Valentino
Formerly Sister Marie Dominic
Sister Joanna, formerly Sister Marie Dominic, was born Feb. 27, 1945. She died on March 4, 2015. She was 70 years old and had been a Sister of Providence for […]
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Joanne Cullins
Formerly Sister Timothy
Sister Joanne is a native of New Albany, Indiana. Currently, she ministers in care. Sister Joanne, formerly Sister Timothy, entered the Congregation on January 9, 1946. She professed final vows […]
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Joanne Golding
Formerly Sister David Therese
Sister Joanne is a native of Lansing, Ill. Currently, she ministers in Congregation Department Ministry at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Joanne, formerly Sister David Therese, entered the Congregation on July 22, […]
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John Mary Rifner
Sister John Mary Rifner was born Cecilia Ann Rifner in New Castle, Indiana, on April 1, 1929. She passed away on March 21, 2019, at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana. She was […]
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Joseph Clare McCarthy
Sister Joseph Clare was born Josephine Mary McCarthy on Oct. 28, 1921. She died on Dec. 12, 2011. She was 90 years old and had been a Sister of Providence […]
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Joseph Eleanor Ryan
Sister Joseph Eleanor was born Agnes Ryan on March 2, 1909. She died on May 7, 1991. She was 82 years old and had been a Sister of Providence for […]
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Joseph Ellen Keitzer
Sister Joseph Ellen was born Rosemary Ellen Keitzer in Hammond, Indiana, where she attended All Saints Grade School and was taught by the Sisters of Providence. She graduated from Hammond […]
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Joseph Fillenwarth
Sister Joseph is a native of Indianapolis. Currently, she ministers in outreach and residential services at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Joseph entered the Congregation on January 4, 1954. She professed final […]
