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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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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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News Releases
These are official news releases from the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. For downloadable logo files, members of the press can visit our Media Center.

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.'

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

Sister Evelyn Ovalles celebrating 25th Jubilee
Sister Evelyn entered the Congregation on September 15, 1997

Sisters of Providence sponsored institution dedicates new facility
'This new space is a dream come true for the Providence Cristo Rey students, staff and community.'

Congregation shares statement on MPP ruling
Note: The following is a joint press release from the Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc., and the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR). We stand in solidarity with this statement, which was released on Thursday, June 30, 2022. Catholic Leaders…

Congregation shares LCWR statement on action to prevent gun violence
We pledge to stand with all who seek to put an end to the epidemic violence in our land and to follow the path to peace.

Congregation issues statement following Uvalde, Texas, shooting
Our future and our children deserve better

Leadership Team shares LCWR Statement and Congregation commitment
Our Leadership Team wanted to share with all of you the following statement from the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR), and our recent Chapter Commitment of Racial Equality and Equity.

Sister Jody O’Neil accompanies brother on ‘Honor Flight’
'It was fantastic. It was like a once-in-a-lifetime trip.'

Sisters of Providence sign Catholic Sisters letter on end of Title 42
Many Sisters of Providence recently signed this letter to President Biden

Sisters of Providence ministries honored by community
'We thought it would be a wonderful way to set up community recognition'

Leadership Team expresses disappointment with recent Biden Administration announcement
We will continue to urge President Biden to "Build Back Better Fossil Free."
