Sisters of Providence

Sisters of Providence

The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, are a congregation of Roman Catholic women religious (sisters) who minister throughout the United States and Taiwan. Saint Mother Theodore Guerin founded the Sisters of Providence in 1840. The congregation has a mission of being God's Providence in the world by committing to performing works of love, mercy and justice in service among God's people.

Our 2025 special Christmas Message for all of you!

The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, and General Superior Sister Dawn Tomaszewski chose the the Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes as the backdrop for the Congregation’s special Christmas Message for all of you this season. The Grotto,…

Sister Rosemary Rafter (formerly Sister Rose Claire)

Sister Rosemary Rafter, formerly Sister Rose Claire, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025, at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana. She was 93-years-old and had been a Sister of Providence for 74 years. Funeral services for Sister Rosemary will take place on…