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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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Gospel Reflections
Check here weekly for a short and simple reflection on each Sunday’s Gospel reading written by a Sister of Providence or Providence Associate. You’ll find practical ideas for living the Gospel message in your day-to-day life. God bless you as you strive to live out the Gospel in the week ahead!

February 16, 2025: Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Today, right now, what makes you 'leap for joy?'

February 9, 2025: Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
But I want, like Peter, to be seized with astonishment at God's actions in me, others, all creation.

February 2, 2025: Feast of the Presentation of the Lord
As they fit their own pieces into the puzzle, they probably knew this puzzle of their puzzling son would never be finished

January 26, 2025: Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
I will spend some time at the end of each day trying to identify how, when and where the Spirit worked in my life or how, when and where I may have blocked the Spirit’s workings.

January 19, 2025: Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Look ahead to your activities this week and search for opportunities where you might act with greater generosigty and thoughtfulness.

January 12, 2025: The Baptism of the Lord
'Believe it. Live it.'

January 5, 2025: The Epiphany of the Lord
Let's spend time this week identifying the different ways that God speaks to us and how we respond

January 1, 2025: Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Determine this week to spend time each day reflecting on a specific event in your day and the meaning it might hold for you

December 29, 2024: The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph
How do I ponder the words of Jesus in my own life?

December 25, 2024: The Nativity of the Lord
How will we live and be the work of Christmas daily?

December 22, 2024: Fourth Sunday of Advent 6
May we each spend time today reflecting on our responses to the word of God as they are spoken to us in a variety of ways.

December 15, 2024: Third Sunday of Advent
This third Sunday is called Gaudete Sundy, 'rejoice' Sunday
