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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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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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Congregation supports faith leaders’ election integrity statement
We support the many faith leaders from across the country who have signed this statement regarding the integrity, safety, and fairness in the 2020 election

Sister Dorothy Drobis (formerly Sister Irene Therese)
"She generously shared stories about her childhood, and her decision to become a nun. I was in awe of her strength and convictions."
Celebration of the 100th anniversary of the mission to Asia
A prayer service on Tuesday, September 29, marked the 100th anniversary of the Mission to Asia which is still vibrant today. The Congregation read the following readings from the China biography, “Against All Odds,” in English and Mandarin, followed by…

Newsnotes Fall 2020
Sisters profess perpetual vows We are so blessed! Sunday, July 26, was a beautiful day as Sister Corbin Hannah professed perpetual vows as a Sister of Providence. COVID-19 with its masks and physical distancing and loved ones watching from afar…

Nine days of prayer with Saint Mother Theodore Guerin
A novena is simply nine consecutive days of prayer. Join the Sisters of Providence as we ask Saint Mother Theodore Guerin to intercede and pray for us on the nine days leading up to her feast day.

Timber
William LeCroy, who is scheduled to be executed by the federal government at 6 p.m., on Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2020, recently sent - through other sources - one of his poems to our very own Sister Barbara Battista, who will serve as his minister of record.

Sister educators reminisce about Sisters of Providence Schools
“I hope they carried away the conviction that creating a community and working for the good of all people is possible and desired.”

Good Shepherd Chapel formally blessed
'This new cemetery celebrates these significant friends of the community and enables us to honor their loved ones during a difficult time.'

Chicago Fire star sends birthday wishes to daughter of legendary Chicago firefighter
During these unprecedented, challenging times, Estelle especially appreciated the time Kinney took to wish her well and acknowledge her military service

Moving ahead with action against death penalty
The federal death chamber is in Terre Haute, Indiana, a mere 10 miles from our Motherhouse
