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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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Patricia Wallace
Sister Patricia, also known as Sister Patty, entered the Congregation on September 18, 2003. Currently, she ministers as a Children’s Librarian at the Glendale Public Library in Indianapolis. Sister Patty […]
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Paul Marie Gutgsell
Sister Paul Marie was born Gertrude Gutgsell on Oct. 23, 1917. She died on Oct. 31, 2005. She was 87 years old and had been a Sister of Providence for […]
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Paula Damiano
Sister Paula was born on August 26, 1949, and is a native of New Castle, Pennsylvania. Currently, she is in between ministries. Sister Paula entered the Congregation on August 30, […]
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Paula Modaff
Formerly Sister Marie Pauline
Sister Paula was born on March 4, 1941, in Oak Park, Illinois. Her family eventually moved to Aurora, Illinois, where she spent her childhood. She entered the Congregation on July […]
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Pauline Brockelsby
Sister Pauline was born Janet Agnes Brockelsby on September 5, 1938, in Omaha, Nebraska. She died on July 13, 2018. She was 79 years old and had been a Sister […]
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Petra Daschbach
Sister Petra was born Mary Elizabeth Daschbach on July 8, 1919. She died on Jan. 13, 2012. She was 92 years old and had been a Sister of Providence for […]
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Raymond Hunter
Sister Raymond was born Margaret Veronica Hunter on March 1, 1907, in Tannochside, Lanarkshire, Scotland. She died on Dec. 1, 2007. She was 100 years old and had been a […]
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Rebecca Keller
Sister Rebecca, known as Sister Becky, was born in 1949 in Monterey, Indiana. She is the oldest of eight children and her parents were farmers. She entered the Congregation in […]
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Regina Ann Lynch
Sister Regina Ann was a native of Indianapolis. Her final ministry was in prayer at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Regina Ann entered the Congregation on February 2, 1948. She professed final […]
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Regina Gallo
Sister Regina currently ministers in bereavement for families and as an individual grief counselor. She is also studying to obtain her master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling. She has […]
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Regina Marie McIntyre
Sister Regina Marie was born in Eaton, Ohio, and was the third of six children. When she was 7, the family moved to Richmond, Indiana, so they could be taught […]
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Regina Mary Wallace
Sister Regina Mary was born Rita Ring Wallace on July 21, 1934. She died on April 27, 2012. She was 77 years old and had been a Sister of Providence […]
