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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.

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All of life is one holy family (New Year’s, 2018)

In the Catholic Church world this New Year’s Eve we will celebrate the Feast of the Holy Family. This coincidence of the Feast of the Holy Family and New Year’s Eve got me thinking about my notions of family and…

Sister Dawn Tomaszewski
December 31, 2017
Community Living, Providence Associates, Providence Spirituality, Reflections from Sister Dawn
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2017 reflection for Foundation Day

Thanks, in part, to the latest volume of the SP history written by Sister Maureen Abbott, “New Lights from Old Truths,” we have cast new light on a saying of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin. During instructions with the novices, Mother…

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Three sisters profess vows Three wonderful women made vows as Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana on June 25. Sisters Anna Fan and Tracey Horan professed first vows and Sister Dina Bato professed perpetual vows as a Sister of…

Sisters of Providence
September 12, 2017

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Introducing Foley Park Pavers

We are excited to announce another location on this “holy ground” of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods where donors may honor or memorialize loved ones or recognize special occasions.

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Recurring gifts keep giving

“My reason for monthly donations is appreciation for the strong educational role nuns have played in my life and that they deserve to be cared for lovingly at the end of their lives."

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My favorite part: visits to the Woods have an impact

“My favorite part was praying with Mother Theodore Guerin because I felt her with me.” Children share letters after visiting Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

Mary Riley
September 12, 2017
As seen in HOPE, Education, Visiting Saint Mary-of-the-Woods

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Help people in need through the Foley Legacy Fund

The newly established Foley Legacy Fund will continue to financially support ministries that provide direct service to the economically poor and underserved.

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Volunteers help the Woods run smoothly

“The relationships I’ve developed with sisters, staff and other volunteers are probably the most significant and positive in my life. I have found a new family, who love me unconditionally and with whom I share a spirituality, which has deepened and broadened among them,” Peggy said.

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Sister Maureen Fallon: supported by the Ministry Fund

“I am very grateful to those who contribute to the Ministry Fund and make it possible for me to be in this place to minister," Sister Maureen said.

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A mother’s prayer

Sister Dina's mother Cynthia relates the story where she believes God spoke to her regarding her daughter's vocation.

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Providence Cristo Rey High School: 10 years of changing lives in Indianapolis

As the Providence Cristo Rey High School in Indianapolis marks the end of its 10th year of operation, it seemed only fitting that we share some of the many “success stories” of its graduates.

Sister Jeanne Hagelskamp
September 12, 2017
Alumni, As seen in HOPE, Contribute, Education
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Sustainable living: beyond the basics

“Shop locally. Consider environment as a whole." White Violet Center for Eco-Justice interns offer some practical tips.

Sisters of Providence
September 12, 2017
As seen in HOPE, Environmental Justice, Internships, White Violet Center for Eco-Justice

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