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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 Mary Tomlinson has been a Sister of Providence for 30 years. She is currently retired and ministers doing freelance grant writing work. Sister Mary works from a home base in the Chicago area where she lives near her son and his family, including her four granddaughters.

Adoption of Sustainable Lifestyles
'While we must reawaken the health of our planet, Earth has much beauty to share with us.'

One Mom’s Story
Both of us are hopeful for the future

Prayer during times of anxiety and depression
O God. Find me. I beg you to help me gather up my scattered self.

Poem: Nature abounds
Oh praise to you, God beyond all mysteries. You breathed your life force into all.

Prayer for Moms and Dads
Pour into us unimaginable love and ready us
to nurture the children You entrust to our care.

Honoring all our work: a history of Labor Day
All work is honorable. Let us celebrate all who labor. Let us celebrate our rich history of "laboring" next Monday.

A Sister of Providence mom reflects on Mother’s Day
I said yes in 1968 when I was pregnant with my son, Mark. I was 21 and totally unprepared to face what was to come. My feeling of love for Mark came in an instant when they put him in my arms. I never knew I had so much love.

