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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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Sister Ann Casper, SP, retired as the executive director for Mission Advancement for the Sisters of Providence in 2018 and currently serves as minister of Providence Community Cemetery at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana. Sister Ann has ministered in various scholastic and administrative positions in Indiana and North Carolina. She also was a member of the Sisters of Providence leadership team, serving as General Secretary.
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?'

Advent: My favorite Church season
However you spend your Advent, may its graces and gifts be rich, fruitful and beautiful!

November 27, 2022: First Sunday of Advent
During Advent, we are invited to consider many comings

November 20, 2022: Solemnity of our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
Celebrating the feast helps me to realize that Jesus' kingship was just the opposite of what we humans tend to think about rulers.

November 13, 2022: Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time
Whenever I hear this passage I wonder if that time will ever come for me and how I will handle it?

November 6, 2022: Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time
What meaning do you find as you sit with the phrase "for to God, all are alive?"

July 31, 2022: Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Spend some time this week identifying 'what matters to God.'

July 24, 2022: Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
"Review the gifts of the Spirit."

