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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 Barbara Sheehan, SP, a Sister of Providence since 1960, lives in Saint Mary-of-the-Woods after several years in Chicago, where she ministered as Executive Director/ACPE Supervisor of the Urban Clinical Pastoral Education Consortium, Inc. and as a spiritual director. She has extensive training not only in clinical pastoral supervision but also in care with those sexually abused, those challenged with mental illness and those suffering trauma. She has offered many workshops at regional, national and international conferences, is the author of Partner in Covenant: The Art of Spiritual Companionship and of numerous articles including one of her latest, Formation For Professional Practice: Addressing Social Hurts" in Reflective Practice: Formation and Supervision in Ministry, Vol. 34 2014.

June 29, 2025: Saints Peter and Paul
In what way is your faith lived out amid the world?

June 22, 2025: The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
In what way are you open to the presence of God in your life?

June 15, 2025: The Most Holy Trinity
Do you dare to believe that the life of God given through Jesus and the Holy Spirit is offered to you today to so live?

June 8, 2025: Pentecost Sunday
Peace be with you!

June 1, 2025: Ascension and 7th Sunday after Easter
Take a moment to image yourself in the presence of the risen Christ blessing you with the promise of the Spirit ...

Celebrating the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
Give service by being bold and committed to non-violence and to love

December 29, 2024: The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph
How do I ponder the words of Jesus in my own life?

December 25, 2024: The Nativity of the Lord
How will we live and be the work of Christmas daily?

December 22, 2024: Fourth Sunday of Advent 6
May we each spend time today reflecting on our responses to the word of God as they are spoken to us in a variety of ways.

December 15, 2024: Third Sunday of Advent
This third Sunday is called Gaudete Sundy, 'rejoice' Sunday