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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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Newsnotes from the Sisters of Providence winter 2022
A restored lake, a new postulant, a new alpaca and new Providence Associates. Catch up on all that is new with the Sisters of Providence.

Reunion updates – fall 2021
Thank you to all who hosted, planned and attended! We hope you made the most of your time reconnecting and reminiscing.

Let the Sisters of Providence pray for you!
Here are some of the many ways to request prayers from the Sisters of Providence.

What’s next for O’Shaughnessy Dining Hall?
We invite you to put on your creative thinking cap and help us brainstorm! Do you have suggestions for uses of O’Shaughnessy Dining Hall that will help provide income needed to sustain the building and ministries of the Woods?

Sister Shawn Marie McDermott
'We were blessed to have her as our Sister.'

2021: It has been a roller coaster
'... may our Provident God bless and keep you and your loved ones healthy and safe in the new year!'

Sister Ann Stephen Stouffer
Now you are indeed “home for Christmas” with the God you loved so well and served so long.

Sister Winifred Mary Sullivan
We are grateful to have had her among us all these years, and we wish her a safe journey to her heavenly home

Adopting Iggy
Our plan is to try and make this an annual trip to come see Iggy so he doesn’t forget that his Florida parents Love him very much!

Chicago street renamed in honor of the late Sister Patty Fillenwarth
Sister Patty ministered in the City of Chicago for approximately 40 years as a teacher, principal and founder of Providence Family Services
