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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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September 15, 2024: Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Once you respond to "who Christ is for you," at the end of the day decide how and when your actions did or did not match your words

September 8, 2024: Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
Each day this week, get out and enjoy the gifts of nature

September 1, 2024: Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Spend time this week reflecting on your positive response to those Gospel questions

So many ways of honoring Mary at the Woods
Mary’s own words in her Magnificat provide some answer: “from now on all generations will call me blessed.” We gather precisely because we are part of the present generation who wishes to call her blessed.

Gifts to Foley Legacy Fund support the underserved, SP mission
Funding for a second social worker was described as “a game changer for our community,” at Providence Cristo Rey High School (PCR) in Indianapolis, a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Providence. “The money enables PCR to have social worker personnel available to provide staff, parents and students a better understanding of factors (cultural, societal, economic, familial, health) affecting a student’s performance and behavior, crucial understandings for the low-income students and families that we serve.”

April 30, 2023: Fourth Sunday of Easter
In what ways this week can we strive to be gates of inclusivity?

April 23, 2023: Third Sunday of Easter
Let's invite Jesus to stay with us throughout this day
April 16, 2023: Second Sunday of Easter (Sunday of Divine Mercy)
Reflect on some times in your life when you have "come to believe."

April 9, 2023: The Resurrection of the Lord. The Mass of Easter Day
Spend some time placing yourself at the Easter morning empty tomb. What is your experience?

April 2, 2023: Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion
'I have to ask myself, how am I like Peter?'

