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January 2019
Women and Wine at the Woods!
Join with other women, catch your breath, and connect with the Divine. At each gathering, we'll have time for good conversation, prayer and wine! (Other beverages are available as well.) It may be cold outside, but it's cozy in the company of others! Tuesdays, January 15, 22, 29. $10 per evening/$25 for all three (includes snacks and beverages)
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Retreat for Busy Catholic Moms
If you're a mom then we already know you deserve a break. That's why you are invited to leave your worries and stresses at home for a weekend of peace, prayer and fun at beautiful Saint Mary-of-the-Woods! Throughout the weekend you'll deepen your relationship with Christ as you enjoy quiet reflection and spiritual enrichment. You'll also have time to share stories and experiences with other moms. During the retreat the Sacrament of Reconciliation will be offered, as well as a…
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Providence teen volunteer ministry winter/spring
Are you a 12 to 18 years old?
Share your time with the Sisters of Providence at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods
Visit with elder sisters and help them with activities such as Bingo, exercise, baking. Share your talents!
Taizé Prayer Service
Slow down and unplug at this hour-long service that began in Taizé, Saône-et-Loire, Burgundy, France. Each service includes prayer, simple beautiful music, a time for silence and inspirational readings. Songs are sung many times over as a prayer of the heart. All faith traditions are welcome. A freewill collection is taken at each service and donated to a different nonprofit organization or charity. Taizé prayer service is offered on the second Tuesday of each month. 2019 Schedule January 8, February 12,…
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Winter Used Book Sale
Get out of the house this winter and find books galore at our semi-annual sale! We have a large selection of hardbacks, paperbacks, gardening, spirituality, Bibles, novels, history, children's books, crafting and more. Items are not pre-priced, but donations are gladly accepted!
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Sundays at the Woods: An Afternoon of Art
Discover some of the extraordinary works of art displayed at the home of the Sisters of Providence. View pieces created by sister artists as well as works of other artists. Meet in the lobby of Providence Spirituality & Conference Center.
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Providence Associate spring retreat
The Providence Community: Sisters of Providence, Providence Associates and Providence Associate candidates are invited to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods March 8-10, 2019, to attend the upcoming Providence Associate spring retreat. Sister Dianne Bergant, C.S.A. will present on: Community of Earth: How Do We Understand Our Common Home?
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Teens got talent! Volunteer day with the Sisters of Providence
All 12 to 18 year-olds are invited to bring your dance troupe, your band, your ensemble or just yourself and come volunteer your time entertaining retired Sisters of Providence and others at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Share your talents and bring joy to others!
Find out more »Providence teen volunteer ministry winter/spring
Are you a 12 to 18 years old?
Share your time with the Sisters of Providence at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods
Visit with elder sisters and help them with activities such as Bingo, exercise, baking. Share your talents!
Lenten Day of Solitude
Do you long to have space in your life to "just be" - to look inward and come back to your true self - who you are in God? Begin the Lenten season with a day of quiet, prayer and sharing. Sisters Jan and Paula will provide you with input you can use during the weeks of Lent. Opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation and Eucharistic Liturgy will be available. Registration fee $45 includes lunch.
Find out more »Taizé Prayer Service
Slow down and unplug at this hour-long service that began in Taizé, Saône-et-Loire, Burgundy, France. Each service includes prayer, simple beautiful music, a time for silence and inspirational readings. Songs are sung many times over as a prayer of the heart. All faith traditions are welcome. A freewill collection is taken at each service and donated to a different nonprofit organization or charity. Taizé prayer service is offered on the second Tuesday of each month. 2019 Schedule January 8, February 12,…
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Sundays at the Woods: Spring Architectural Tour
The Woodland Inn is a beautiful example of Queen Anne style architecture, with its Doric columns, while Corbe House is a fine example of Italianate architecture. Both buildings were built by architects Bohlen & Son for the Sisters of Providence, and are now listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Come enjoy the beautiful details of each property and hear a few stories that help bring each house alive. Meet beside the fountain.
Find out more »We want to inspire and encourage you with our upcoming Retreats, Programs, Events and Opportunities here at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. With a variety of offerings for families and individuals, we hope there are several that you'll consider attending from September 2018–August 2019.
Whatever the occasion, we invite you to visit the Sisters of Providence and our beautiful grounds at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to serve you!
Download & plan ahead!
Get our 2018-2019 Retreats, Programs, Events and Opportunities booklet below, or request one be mailed to you by emailing jfrost@spsmw.org.