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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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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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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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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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Merry Christmas! There is cause for rejoicing here!
Christmas reminds us that God has become one of us in Jesus

2020 Christmas letter from General Superior Sister Dawn Tomaszewski
The promises of God were fulfilled. Not only their hopes, but also the hopes of a world waiting for a Messiah, for the dawn of a new age were born in Jesus the Christ.

Christmas greetings from the Sisters of Providence
Christmas greetings from the Sisters of Providence

But this Thanksgiving, we choose gratitude
I am determined to choose gratitude as my resolution and prayer this Thanksgiving

A Reflection on the Feast Day of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin
It is her heart and the witness of her life that gives me solace and comfort at times like these.

There is a Providence and the Sisters of Providence in Asia are truly its daughters
Throughout the 100-year history of the Sisters of Providence mission in Asia, Sisters of Providence have stayed true to the call from a Provident God to provide loving care and service to people most in need. Over the years, that passion for mission enabled them not only to teach but also to bind up wounds, hide refugees, endure separation and isolation.

Reflections for Profession of Vows
Corbin, we are happy you have come.

The 2020 Annual Meeting ZOOM Adventure!
We will commit ourselves wholeheartedly to do what is ours to do now

A reflection for Feast of Pentecost 2020
God calls us today to do what the disciples did 2,000 years ago – to create communities of love

This Good Friday: Is COVID-19 the only pandemic about which we need to pray?
May these atrocities never happen again. Let us not abandon each other.

