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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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Reflections
Share in the wisdom of the Providence community. Be inspired, grow in your faith and find practical spiritual guidance in these reflections from Sisters of Providence and Providence Associates.

A Reflection for the 2025 Silver and Golden Jubilee
This is the call of our times ...

Thanks-Giving
What will be your giving part of Thanks-Giving this year?

A reflection on the first profession of vows by Sister Leslie Dao
'It is my privilege now, on behalf of this Providence Community, to call Sister Leslie to her first profession of vows.'

‘We’re all grateful for your CONNECTION’
You are not joining a club today or becoming a card-carrying member of an organization. You are responding to a call to deepen your connection to the Holy One.

Remembering who we are and why we are here!
Spend time reflecting on the impact of the Foundation Story in your life

A reflection for Reception into the Novitiate
Come, Leslie. Come follow this path marked out by Providence

Reflection for a Celebration of Commitment
I ask each of you who shares a relationship with us within this Providence Community, "What is your calling now? To what are you committed? And why does that matter?"

Ash Wednesday: The ‘Black Friday’ of the Church year
Sometimes, the liturgical action, in this case receiving ashes, expresses what we struggle to find words to express on our own. Even when we know we’re pulled toward a journey, we may have no idea what direction to take or where the path even is.

A 2021 Reflection for our Senior Jubilee
Please jubilarians, keep sowing hope

Will you listen to your heart: A foundation day reflection
As we celebrate the hope-filled beginnings and sacrifices offered to create this Providence community, I ask: What about you? Will you listen to your heart? Will you answer the call?

A reflection on the 2021 Providence Associate Commitment and Renewal
We certainly support all your efforts on behalf of God’s mission of Providence wherever you may be

Reflections for Oct. 3, 2021
Saint Mother Theodore, pray for us
