Social Justice: Answering the Call
As Providence would have it, the Sisters of Providence are again an integral part of the organization pioneered by sisters like Sister Terri some 53 years ago
Sister Janet Gilligan
Sister Janet Gilligan is a volunteer in the Sisters of Providence Archives. A retired English professor, she enjoys her role as an archivist — answering queries, writing grants, and learning how to digitize collections.
Seeds Sown: Former Students Remember Sisters of Providence Teachers
“You may not live to see it, but you will have sown the seed.”— Matthew 13 Shortly after the death of Sister Joyce Brophy, SP, a former student and colleague pledged a monthly donation in her honor. “How can anyone…
Crossing the bridge into community: Postulant Stephanie Rivas
In September, Stephanie Rivas became the newest woman to join Sisters of Providence. Being a risk taker and breaking boundaries is not new to Stephanie.
St. Anne Shell Chapel: holy ground
St. Anne’s Shell Chapel is one of the most well-known structures at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. The unique interior of this tiny building is covered floor to ceiling with shells from the Wabash River.
Former Sisters of Providence a gift to the Church and society
Former sisters are living evidence of the unexpected gifts those who have been immersed in the Providence Community take with them wherever they go.
The surprising life of Sister Paula Damiano
A favorite quote of Sister Paula’s is from the Persian poet Hafiz: “True art makes the divine silence in the soul break into applause.”
Archives: telling our story of living the Gospel
From the beginning, recording and preserving our story has been an essential element of our ministry.
Moving forward, exuding happiness: Sister Grace Marie Meehan
Gracie, as she is fondly called, has always been known as someone who does not fret and worry. A cheerful, giving person, light-hearted and happy. But she is also a risk taker who broke down barriers.
Meaningful new names for the roads of Saint Mary’s
The names of its winding roads can tell us much about the culture and history of the Sisters of Providence and Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College.
The Roads of Saint Mary’s
This renaming of roads was necessary in order for the Woods to be enrolled in the County Emergency System. In the past, when there was an emergency, a member of the security staff had to wait at the gate to direct the emergency vehicles.