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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 some that you'll consider attending.
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 the Retreats, Programs, Events and Opportunities booklet for Sept.–Dec. 2021 below or request one be mailed to you by emailing jfrost@spsmw.org.
Faith Thinkers Through the Ages
The Foley Room at Providence Spirituality & Conference Center 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-WoodsIn person or virtual. Engage with great faith thinkers from the 17th to the 20th centuries – Pascal, Kierkegaard, W. James, Gandhi, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The seminar will focus on applying the ideas discussed to faith here and now, drawing on personal perspectives from the participants.
Sunday Brunch at the Woods
O'Shaughnessy Dining Room, Providence Spirituality & Conference Center 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-WoodsFarm to fork. Join us for Sunday Brunch in O’Shaughnessy Dining Room at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods for a delicious meal prepared by our new catering partner, Bon Appétit. Their philosophy is simple — cook from scratch using fresh, authentic, seasonal ingredients from local farms and artisans.
Art & Soul Creation Guild
The Foley Room at Providence Spirituality & Conference Center 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-WoodsBecome a member of the Art & Soul Creation Guild which meets monthly. Each session begins with a short exercise for the purpose of stirring creativity followed by time for individual work. Participants leave with renewed energy and inspiration for doing art on their own. Choose Wednesday mornings or Thursday evenings. Annual Membership (Sept.-Aug.) $30…
Women of the Bible
The Foley Room at Providence Spirituality & Conference Center 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-WoodsIn-person or virtual. Women had a significant role in the Judeo-Christian story. Some, like Mary, the Mother of Jesus, were honored as holy, while others, such as Queen Jezebel, were condemned as enemies. Discover the stories of some of these women whom we may find as companions models or mentors. Learn how their struggles, successes…
Art & Soul Creation Guild
The Foley Room at Providence Spirituality & Conference Center 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-WoodsBecome a member of the Art & Soul Creation Guild which meets monthly. Each session begins with a short exercise for the purpose of stirring creativity followed by time for individual work. Participants leave with renewed energy and inspiration for doing art on their own.Choose Wednesday mornings or Thursday evenings. Annual Membership (Sept.-Aug.) $30 plus…
Faith Thinkers Through the Ages
The Foley Room at Providence Spirituality & Conference Center 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-WoodsIn person or virtual. Engage with great faith thinkers from the 17th to the 20th centuries – Pascal, Kierkegaard, W. James, Gandhi, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The seminar will focus on applying the ideas discussed to faith here and now, drawing on personal perspectives from the participants.
Sunday Brunch at the Woods
O'Shaughnessy Dining Room, Providence Spirituality & Conference Center 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-WoodsFarm to fork. Join us for Sunday Brunch in O’Shaughnessy Dining Room at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods for a delicious meal prepared by our new catering partner, Bon Appétit. Their philosophy is simple — cook from scratch using fresh, authentic, seasonal ingredients from local farms and artisans.
Taizé Prayer at the Woods
Church of the Immaculate Conception 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-WoodsAll spiritual seekers are are invited to join us for our Taizé service which includes prayer, music, silence and inspirational readings.
Sunday Brunch at the Woods
O'Shaughnessy Dining Room, Providence Spirituality & Conference Center 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-WoodsFarm to fork. Join us for Sunday Brunch in O’Shaughnessy Dining Room at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods for a delicious meal prepared by our new catering partner, Bon Appétit. Their philosophy is simple — cook from scratch using fresh, authentic, seasonal ingredients from local farms and artisans.
Little Known Facts
The Foley Room at Providence Spirituality & Conference Center 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-WoodsThere are many “little known facts” about our foundress saint and the Sisters of Providence Community that are very interesting. Come and satisfy your curious mind with us!
Faith Thinkers Through the Ages
The Foley Room at Providence Spirituality & Conference Center 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-WoodsIn person or virtual. Engage with great faith thinkers from the 17th to the 20th centuries – Pascal, Kierkegaard, W. James, Gandhi, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The seminar will focus on applying the ideas discussed to faith here and now, drawing on personal perspectives from the participants.
Sunday Brunch at the Woods
O'Shaughnessy Dining Room, Providence Spirituality & Conference Center 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-WoodsFarm to fork. Join us for Sunday Brunch in O’Shaughnessy Dining Room at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods for a delicious meal prepared by our new catering partner, Bon Appétit. Their philosophy is simple — cook from scratch using fresh, authentic, seasonal ingredients from local farms and artisans.