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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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- Be inspired
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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 Patricia Cummings (formerly Sister Marie Janice)
Sister Mary Pat Cummings will be greatly missed, for she was greatly loved ...

Sister Florence Norton (formerly Sister Thomas Ann)
Thanks to you and the way you lived your life, we see what joy it is to see love in action, to be love in action

Leadership Team shares statement from LCWR
As women of faith, we are committed to it

Leadership Team statement: The Sisters of Providence Stand Against Racism and Misogyny
As Sisters of Providence committed to living in right relationship, we acknowledge our own complicity in structural and institutional racism

Leadership Team shares statement it has signed regarding Atlanta Massacre
We encourage all of you to sign the statement as well.

A ‘Happy Endings’ update on St. Joseph’s Lake
We told you the beginning and middle of the story and asked you to write a happy ending. You did!

Our Letter to President Biden
'We stand with you especially in your commitment to prioritize climate change solutions.'

Sister Suzanne Smith (formerly Sister Louis)
Rest in peace, Suzanne, you have reached your final destination.

Guerin property demolition moving forward
Let us commit to "keeping Guerin alive" through our continued relationships with one another and through living the values of love, mercy and justice that were the foundation of a Guerin education

Sister Charles Van Hoy
"A beacon, an example, an inspiration."
