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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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December 31, 2023: Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph
Perhaps this week, we might take some time in prayer to discern how we are living as a spirited part of God's Holy Family

December 24, 2023: Fourth Sunday of Advent
Can we say yes, and let that yes change our lives and our world in small but necessary ways?

December 17, 2023: Third Sunday of Advent
In these remaining weeks of Advent, perhaps we can think about how we can use our identity to glorify God

December 10, 2023: Second Sunday of Advent
Take some time this week to enter the silent chapel of your heart

December 3, 2023: First Sunday of Advent
What are your thoughts and hopes for the Season of Advent we have just entered?

September 25, 2022: Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Let us ask God to help us see the extent to which we can do something about the misery in our world

September 18, 2022: Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Let's asses our own faithfulness as managers of the gifts and talents with which we have been entrusted
September 11, 2022: Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
'Joy is the serious business of heaven.'
September 4, 2022: Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time
In prayer, perhaps we can ask for the wisdom to see what we might be holding on to that hinders us from following Jesus

22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Let us spend some time this week reflecting on how we are forming a loving relationship with God and others in our hearts and in our daily interactions.

