Is God calling you to be a Sister of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana?

Come and see how the Sisters of Providence are living out their lives of authentic meaning — centered on God and serving others.

All single, Catholic women ages 18-42 are invited to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods for the weekend retreat starting at 4 p.m., Friday, March 27, and concluding at 2 p.m., Sunday, March 29, 2026.

During the retreat, you will have the opportunity to hear and experience several sisters’ stories about their call and their lives today.

You will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in our sacred grounds as you focus on prayer and your own discernment. Saint Mary-of-the-Woods is the perfect place to slow down and listen for the voice of God.

Who are we? What do we do? What can our community offer?

• We practice faithfulness to prayer and total trust in Providence.

• We live a legacy of love, mercy and justice established by our foundress, Saint Mother Theodore Guerin.

• We are stewards of land that includes classified forests and organic farmland, where we have made our home since 1840.

• We have a long history of standing up for justice.

• Our ministries respond to current needs: Today, we serve at the U.S./Mexico border, teach, serve in the medical field, in churches, in social justice arenas and much more.

Explore how you can be a vital part of the legacy and mission of a saint as a Sister of Providence.

Sign up today using the form below. Or call or text Sister Joni Luna at 361-500-9505 to learn more.

The Sisters of Providence are a community of Catholic women who collaborate with others to create a more just and hope-filled world through prayer, education, service and advocacy. Come make a difference in our world with us!

Check-in will take place Friday, March 27, 2026, inside the East doors of Providence Hall.

Dress for the weekend is casual but you may want to bring one nicer outfit for Mass on Sunday.

In addition, make sure to bring a journal, notepad and a reusable water bottle.