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.
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.
We all need a little spiritual inspiration sometimes. Let the wisdom of our Providence Community support you on your journey.
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.
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.
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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Real organic farming relies on the microbial activity of the soil to slowly release nutrients to the plant
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‘They knew she wasn’t like a lot of grownups! Her free spirit loved lie an good times, having fun and taking risks.’
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Lucy, thank you for your incredible lightness of being
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Here are some photos from this year’s event.
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Several Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, traveled to Taiwan and the Philippines for the perpetual vows ceremony for one of our Sisters in Asia recently. Here are some photos from the trip. The Sisters of Providence are proud of our long history of overseas ministries. In order to protect our Sisters and their…
Prayer
God, we offer you thanksgiving today and every day.
Thank you for all our blessings.
For food and for loved ones …
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‘Loretta, YOU are one of the greatest among all!’
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‘Many will forever cherish Sister Marie Brendan’s voice, not just for its musicality but for the love and kindness that radiated through it.’
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We invite the Providence Community and all to undertake a day of prayer and fasting for the peaceful resolution of this conflict
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‘The entire People of God is being invited to an immersive journey of synodal dialogue and conversion.’
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.