Mystics and Fellowship
2024-11-23 09:00 - 10:30, 2025-02-22 09:00 - 10:30, 2025-03-29 09:00 - 10:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, 47876
Are you on a journey of self-discovery or are you seeking an encounter with the Divine? Do you hold questions about the world around you and your connection to it? If you are searching for meaning with your faith in today’s world, we invite you to discover our series “Mystics and Fellowship.”

There are four virtual-only sessions scheduled, with the first taking place on Saturday, Oct. 26. The remaining three will take place on Saturday, Nov. 23, Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, and Saturday, March 29, 2025. Each session will take place from 9-10:30 a.m.

Our series will focus on a thoughtful question each month:

October: How do I move through the stages of my faith into a more authentic and life-giving sense of belonging and communion with God and others?

November: How do I reconcile with the brokenness and divisions in the local and global communities we live in?

February: How can I move forward when my daily responsibilities are a burden and despair keeps me from seeing my future?

March: How can I commune with our Creator when the natural world around me is in despair?

Please join us as we gather together to share a journey of personal transformation in the company of the ageless wisdom of the mystics.

Cost is $25 per virtual session. All participants are asked to register three days prior to each session.

Forest Meditations
2024-11-30 10:00 | Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, 47876
Nature can teach us and heal us. Join us for a guided meditation based in eco-spirituality, where you connect with the Divine through nature.

As we wander among the trees, you will have the opportunity to connect with yourself and listen as the forest offers you time to reflect on your life. Leave feeling grounded and calm as you re-enter the world with more clarity and peace.

The events will take place at 10:00 a.m., on Saturday, Sept. 28, Saturday, Oct. 26 and Saturday, Nov. 30, at the St. Joseph’s Nature Trail at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

The trail is a mown path through the forest. It is considered an easy trail with uneven ground and some slight inclines and declines.

You are encouraged to wear closed-toe shoes and dress according to the weather. This event may be canceled due to weather. We will walk in light rain.

There is no cost to attend, but donations would be welcomed.

7/7 Women's Monthly Prayer Group
2024-12-07 19:00 - 19:45 | Virtual
Single women from ages 18-42 are invited to join together in this special virtual event that takes place monthly on the 7th day of every month at 7 p.m.

Each month will focus on a universal topic led by a Sister of Providence where attendees are welcomed and encouraged to bring prayer intentions, share an experience or give wisdom gained through experience with the monthly theme.

We want to empower and aid one another in life’s challenges and struggles and also celebrate our joys as a community united.

Life can be difficult and no one should carry their troubles or concerns alone. Together we can learn to navigate life gracefully, from the darkest of personal storms to the most trying of circumstances.

We can learn to lean in faith on God’s providence and can find help and comfort in one another.

Please see below for our topic discussions for 2024-2025, beginning in September:

1. Faith Saturday, September 7 with Sister Su-Hsin (Rosa) Huang

2. Grief Monday, October 7 with Sister Connie Kramer

3. Trust Thursday, November 7 with Sister Evelyn Ovalles

4. Anger Saturday, December 7 with Sister Paula Modaff

5. Vulnerability Tuesday, January 7 with Sister Tracey Horan

6. Fear Friday, February 7 with Sister Marsha Speth

7. Hope Friday, March 7 with Sister Ann Sullivan

8. Shame Monday, April 7 with Sister Barbara Sheehan

9. Joy Wednesday, May 7 with Sister Betty Koressel

10. Gratitude Saturday, June 7 with Sister Marilyn Baker

Memory Cafe
2024-12-18 14:00 - 15:30 | Providence Hall, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, IN, 47876
December’s Memory Café has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience and hope to see you at January’s event on January 15, 2025 at 2 p.m.

A Memory Café is a welcoming place for people living with early-to-moderate brain change and their care partners. Come for a wonderful time to laugh, learn and have fun together.

The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, will host the events on the third Wednesday of each month.

The event begins at 2 p.m., and concludes at 3:30 p.m. All meetings will take place in the Providence Hall Dining Room at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

Beverages, snacks and good company will be provided.

For more information, call 812-535-2873 or email memorycafe@spsmw.org.

7/7 Women's Monthly Prayer Group: Vulnerability
2025-01-07 19:00 - 19:45 | Virtual

Virtual Guided Meditation 2025
2025-01-09 19:00 - 19:45, 2025-02-13 19:00 - 19:45, 2025-03-13 19:00 - 19:45, 2025-04-10 19:00 - 19:45, 2025-05-08 19:00 - 19:45 | Virtual
Begin the new year with a renewed sense of rest and connection.

Join us for Virtual Guided Meditation, a serene space to deepen your listening to the Spirit and foster your connection with the Divine.

Through guided practices, you’ll be invited to explore meaningful themes in your life, engaging your mind, body and heart in prayerful reflection.

Each month, the meditation will be led by a Sister of Providence who will guide you through this enriching experience.

The free meditation series takes place via Zoom on the second Thursday of each month, January through May.

Please register to receive the link and join us in this journey of inward reflection and spiritual renewal.

A Day of Rest at The Woods
2025-01-25 09:00 - 17:00 | Community Room, Providence Hall, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, IN, 47876, United States
Would you like to create more peace in your life? There are messages we hear in our culture that suggest if we work harder, we will produce more and do better. This can make us feel tired and disheartened. We can hear the need for rest if we listen to our bodies. If we listen to our hearts, we might hear our Creator whisper that we are beloved images of the Divine. How can you listen? Do you need time to daydream, nap, walk in nature, create and pray?

Thomas Keating offers that “God’s first language is silence.” A Day of Rest at The Woods is a day retreat of purposeful quiet and contemplation. Participants will have options to join contemplative prayer, meet with a spiritual director, spend time alone and rest in many sacred places at The Woods.

The cost is $75.00 and includes a private room, a box lunch and spiritual direction. Lodging is available upon request for an additional fee.

The facilitators will be Sister Mary Montgomery, SP, Marilyn Webb, PA and Bridget Mooney.

7/7 Women's Monthly Prayer Group: Fear
2025-02-07 19:00 - 19:45 | Virtual

7/7 Women's Monthly Prayer Group: Hope
2025-03-07 19:00 - 19:45 | Virtual

A Day of Rest at The Woods
2025-04-05 09:00 - 17:00 | Community Room, Providence Hall, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, IN, 47876, United States
Would you like to create more peace in your life? There are messages we hear in our culture that suggest if we work harder, we will produce more and do better. This can make us feel tired and disheartened. We can hear the need for rest if we listen to our bodies. If we listen to our hearts, we might hear our Creator whisper that we are beloved images of the Divine. How can you listen? Do you need time to daydream, nap, walk in nature, create and pray?

Thomas Keating offers that “God’s first language is silence.” A Day for Rest at The Woods is a day retreat of purposeful quiet and contemplation. Participants will have options to join contemplative prayer, meet with a spiritual director, spend time alone and rest in many sacred places at The Woods.

The cost is $75.00 and includes a private room, a box lunch and spiritual direction. Lodging is available upon request for an additional fee.

The facilitators will be Sister Mary Montgomery, SP, Marilyn Webb, PA and Bridget Mooney.

7/7 Women's Monthly Prayer Group: Shame
2025-04-07 19:00 - 19:45 | Virtual

7/7 Women's Monthly Prayer Group: Joy
2025-05-07 19:00 - 19:45 | Virtual

7/7 Women's Monthly Prayer Group: Gratitude
2025-06-07 19:00 - 19:45 | Virtual

7/7 Women's Monthly Prayer Group: Setting Boundaries
2025-10-07 19:00 - 19:45 | Virtual
Single women from ages 18 to 42 are invited to join together in this special virtual event that takes place monthly on the 7th day of every month at 7 p.m. EDT.

Each month will focus on a universal topic led by a Sister of Providence, where attendees are welcomed and encouraged to bring prayer intentions and share their personal experiences with the monthly theme.

Please see below for our topic discussions for 2025-2026, beginning in October:

Setting Boundaries with Sister Denise Wilkinson, SP | Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Shame with Sister Corbin Hannah, SP | Friday, November 7, 2025

Overwhelmed with Sister Barbara Battista, SP| Sunday, December 7, 2025

Ambition with Sister Susan Paweski, SP | Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Forgiveness with Sister Paula Damiano, SP | Saturday, February 7, 2026

Trusting God with Sister Regina Gallo, SP | Saturday, March 7, 2026

Dealing with Failure with Sister Arrianne Whittaker, SP | Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Fear with Sister Jenny Howard, SP | Thursday, May 7, 2026

Seeking Solace with Sister Jane Iannaccone, SP | Sunday, June 7, 2026

Forest Meditations
2025-10-25 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-11-22 10:00 - 11:00 | St. Joseph Lake Nature Trail, St. Joseph Place, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, 47876, United States
Nature can teach us and heal us in profound ways. Join us for a guided meditation based on eco-spirituality (connecting with the Divine through nature). As we wander among the trees, you will have the opportunity to connect with yourself and listen as the forest offers you guidance for your life. Leave feeling grounded and calm as you re-enter the world with more clarity and peace.

The trail is a mown path through the forest. It is considered an easy trail with uneven ground and some slight inclines and declines. You are encouraged to wear closed-toed shoes and dress accordingly for the weather. This meditation series begins at 10 a.m. EDT and lasts for about an hour. *Please note that this event could be cancelled because of inclement weather.

All who register will receive email reminders and updates based on the weather conditions. Registration is recommended but NOT required. These events are free, but freewill donations are sincerely appreciated.

7/7 Women's Monthly Prayer Group: Shame
2025-11-07 19:00 - 19:45 | Virtual
Single women from ages 18 to 42 are invited to join together in this free, special virtual event that takes place monthly on the 7th day of every month at 7 p.m. EDT.

Each month will focus on a universal topic led by a Sister of Providence, where attendees are welcomed and encouraged to bring prayer intentions and share their personal experiences with the monthly theme.

Please see below for our topic discussions for 2025-2026, beginning in October:

Setting Boundaries with Sister Denise Wilkinson, SP | Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Shame with Sister Corbin Hannah, SP | Friday, November 7, 2025

Overwhelmed with Sister Barbara Battista, SP| Sunday, December 7, 2025

Ambition with Sister Susan Paweski, SP | Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Forgiveness with Sister Paula Damiano, SP | Saturday, February 7, 2026

Trusting God with Sister Regina Gallo, SP | Saturday, March 7, 2026

Dealing with Failure with Sister Arrianne Whittaker, SP | Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Fear with Sister Jenny Howard, SP | Thursday, May 7, 2026

Seeking Solace with Sister Jane Iannaccone, SP | Sunday, June 7, 2026

7/7 Women's Monthly Prayer Group: Overwhelmed
2025-12-07 19:00 - 19:30 | Virtual
Single women from ages 18-42 are invited to join together in this special virtual event that takes place monthly on the 7th day of every month at 7 p.m. EDT.

Each month will focus on a universal topic led by a Sister of Providence where attendees are welcomed and encouraged to bring prayer intentions and share their personal experiences with the monthly theme.

Please see below for our topic discussions for 2024-2025, beginning in October:

Setting Boundaries with Sister Denise Wilkinson, SP | Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Shame with Sister Corbin Hannah, SP | Friday, November 7, 2025

Overwhelmed with Sister Barbara Battista, SP| Sunday, December 7, 2025

Ambition with Sister Susan Paweski, SP | Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Forgiveness with Sister Paula Damiano, SP | Saturday, February 7, 2026

Trusting God with Sister Regina Gallo, SP | Saturday, March 7, 2026

Dealing with Failure with Sister Arrianne Whittaker, SP | Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Fear with Sister Jenny Howard, SP | Thursday, May 7, 2026

Seeking Solace with Sister Jane Iannaccone, SP | Sunday, June 7, 2026

7/7 Women's Monthly Prayer Group: Ambition
2026-01-07 19:00 - 19:30 | Virtual

Teen Volunteer Opportunity
2026-01-17 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-28 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-02-07 09:00 - 14:00 | Various locations at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, IN, 47876
Are you 12-18 years old? Come share your time and talents with our retired Sisters of Providence at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods and health care residents.

Visit with elder sisters and help them with activities such as Bingo, exercise, baking, card making, attending events and more. Your presence will brighten a sisters’ day!

Most of our volunteer opportunities are from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Teens will gather at 9 a.m. in the lobby of Providence Spirituality and Conference Center at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes that allow you to be mobile. Lunch is provided.

Registration for each event is one day before.

Virtual Guided Meditation 2026
2026-01-22 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
Begin the new year with a renewed sense of rest and connection.

Join us for Virtual Guided Meditation, a serene space to deepen your listening to the Spirit and foster your connection with the Divine.

Through guided practices, you’ll be invited to explore meaningful themes in your life, engaging your mind, body and heart in prayerful reflection.

Each month, the meditation will be led by a Sister of Providence who will guide you through this enriching experience.

The free meditation series takes place via Zoom on January 22, February 26, March 26, and April 23 in 2026.

Please register to receive the link and join us in this journey of inward reflection and spiritual renewal.
