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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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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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Immaculata High School time capsule from 1955 to be opened Saturday
The discovery of a time capsule will draw alumnae from Immaculata High School, Washington, D.C., at 2 p.m., on Saturday, Oct. 11. The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, will host alumnae from the school to open the capsule…
‘Journals and Letters’ of Saint Mother Theodore gets digital treatment
In 1937, the first book of “Journals and Letters of Mother Theodore Guerin,” was printed. Since then, the book has been re-printed four times and has sold thousands of copies. And now, the book can be purchased electronically. Sisters of…


Sisters of Providence transfer saint’s remains
For the seventh time, the remains of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin have been moved. On Friday, the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, transferred her remains from their resting place in the Church of the Immaculate Conception to the…

Providence Self-Sufficiency Ministries: Celebrating 20 years of success
GEORGETOWN, Ind. – More than 20 years ago, Sisters of Providence Sister Barbara Ann Zeller developed a few ideas to help youngsters in her area of ministry. “All I wanted to do was take care of the little ‘street urchins’…

New postulant enters Sisters of Providence
On Monday, Sept. 8, Tracey Horan, a native of Indianapolis, was welcomed into the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods as a postulant. Director of Postulants Sister Marsha Speth recently said the process of entering the postulancy begins with a…

Dioramas receive ‘makeover’
Dioramas tell story of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin and the Sisters of Providence in 12 steps

A day in the life … Sister Rose Marita Riordan
93-year-old sister hasn't 'retired' yet
8th Day Center for Justice celebrating 40 years in September
'Revel in the Revolution' to take place Saturday, Sept. 20

Joni Luna enters novitiate
Sister Joni entering canonical Year of novitiate

