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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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Reflecting on a Palm Sunday tradition
Blessings, peace and love to each of you this Holy Week. And, perhaps you’ll want to take up this tradition?

A prayer for Christmas healing during COVID-19
Somewhere God, in my heart's quiet place, I do give thanks for the birth of Jesus, your Son

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ??????
We learned so much about ourselves as individuals, but had the added benefit of learning about one another.

A Prayer for Teachers during this pandemic
Give us an abundance of patience as we learn to juggle our teaching, sanitizing, distancing and masking, while trying to be attentive to the needs of our students.

A Prayer for Students
Embrace these students and teachers with your love.

A Prayer for Teachers during this pandemic
May your wisdom O God be our wisdom, your patience, our patience and your love, our love.

A Prayer for Students during a pandemic
Embrace these students and their teachers with your love.

Prayer in this Time of Need
'There were, and continue to be, many good things that have come from this time ...'

Does it spark joy?
All I needed to do was ask the question, "Does it spark my joy?"

Being Eucharist in the midst of the coronavirus outbreak
Looking around, I wondered if everyone who was there in church today would be there a few months from now. My heart ached for my sisters who for 70, 80, and 90 years or more have hardly been without the Eucharist for more than a few days. What were they experiencing?

