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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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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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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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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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Features
Welcome to our features page. Here, we will share with you updates on what is currently happening within our Congregation. Feel free to take time to explore the area.

2022 prayer for National Migration Week
Join us as we pray this prayer each day this week

Archives: telling our story of living the Gospel
From the beginning, recording and preserving our story has been an essential element of our ministry.

Saint Mother Theodore’s guidance among the troubles an blessings of change
When we feel overwhelmed by the troubles and blessings of change, who can be our mentor, our friend, our wisdom figure? I suggest our own Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, a woman who faced a myriad of change — always with realism, hope and an unwavering trust in Providence,

The heart of the matter: getting in touch with the Gospel of love
The heart of God is alive and well in all of us as we live love, mercy, and justice each day!

Sisters continue care for neighbors in need
And after all these years ministering to the community, both Sisters Dorothy and Joseph feel like it is time to move on. But these sisters’ retirement does not mean the Sisters of Providence will no longer be serving their neighbors in need.

Sister Paula Modaff: moving closer and closer to God
Where is Sister Paula in her own relationship with God these days? “For the longest time now, I experience God as reality. Whatever is happening, that is the holy,” she says.

Newsnotes from fall 2022 HOPE magazine
Catch up on some recent news and updates from the Sisters of Providence. Featured in the fall 2022 issue of HOPE magazine.

The Sisters of Providence mission: living the Gospel today
Over the past 180+ years, the Sisters of Providence have continually asked themselves: “To whom and to what are we being called at this time in history? Who are ‘the miserable’ in the world today? Who are the vulnerable most in need of our service?”

Sisters of Providence, Our Lady of Victory Missionary Sisters enter covenant relationship
Sister Jenny will provide her 'gifts of leadership, of listening and of loving.'

Program booklet
The Sisters of Providence Retreats, Programs, Events and Opportunities booklet has been released. View the full event calendar online or download the booklet PDF.

Sisters of Providence profess perpetual vows
'Providence chose me, and I simply followed that call.'

Reflections for the Silver Jubilee of Sister Evelyn Ovalles
Come alive to what our Provident God has done for you and in your past 25 years
