Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods

Taizé Ecumenical Prayer Service at the Woods
2024-08-13 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-09-10 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-10-08 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-11-12 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-10 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, IN, 47876
Taizé Prayer is a simple, meditative form of worship for all spiritual seekers who would like to dwell deeply in God’s presence around and within us. Songs, prayerful silence and short readings guide the focus of our prayer in a candle-lit environment.

Each Taizé service includes prayer, simple music, a time for silence and inspirational readings. Song refrains are sung many times over as a prayer of the heart.

Join us monthly on the second Tuesday in person or via livestream by clicking here for this hour-long service, based on a tradition from Taizé, France.

All are welcome to participate.

The 2024 theme is “A reason for our hope.”

Cost: Freewill donation

Feast Day of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin
2024-10-03 11:00 - 12:00
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, and Providence Associates invite persons of all faith traditions to join them in person or virtually for the Eucharistic Liturgy (Mass) at 11 a.m., on Thursday, Oct. 3, to celebrate the Feast Day of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, the eighth American Saint and foundress of the Sisters of Providence.

Celebrate the Feast Day of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin by joining the Congregation and Providence Associates for a special Mass.

The liturgy will take place in the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, located about 10 minutes northeast of downtown Terre Haute.

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin was canonized by Pope Benedict XVI on Oct. 15, 2006.

Watch online or join us in-person.

Sisters of Providence Foundation Day Mass
2024-10-22 11:00 - 12:00
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, invite persons of all faith traditions to join them in celebrating their Foundation Day with a special mass, scheduled for 11 a.m., on Tuesday, Oct. 22, in the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

General Superior Sister Dawn Tomaszewski

Join the sisters as they recognize their heritage and honor the day Saint Mother Theodore Guerin — foundress of the Sisters of Providence — and her five companions first set foot upon the soil at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods on Oct. 22, 1840.

For more information, call 812-535-2952 or email provctr@spsmw.org.

All Souls Day Special Liturgy
2024-11-02 11:00 - 12:00
Join the Providence Community to commemorate all the faithful departed and to honor our sisters who have passed away in the past year. Sister Dawn Tomaszewski will preside and preach at a special liturgy. People of all faith walks are invited.

Feast Day for Our Lady of Providence
2024-11-19 11:00
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, and Providence Associates invite persons of all faith traditions to join them in person or virtually for the Eucharistic Liturgy (Mass) at 11:00 a.m., on Tuesday, Nov. 19, to celebrate the Feast Day of Our Lady of Providence.

Celebrate the Feast Day of Our Lady of Providence by joining the Congregation and Providence Associates for a special Mass.

The liturgy will take place in the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, located 10 minutes northeast of downtown Terre Haute.

Dedication to Mary under the title of Our Lady of Providence began with the first shrine dedicated to her in Italy in 1664. In May 1925, the Sisters of Providence established the National Shrine of Our Lady of Providence in the United States.

In April 2014, the National Shrine of Our Lady of Providence was rededicated in a new location, the vestibule of the Church of the Immaculate Conception.

Mass for the Feast of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
2024-12-09 11:00 - 12:00
Join the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, as they celebrate Mass for the Feast of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary at 11 a.m., on Monday, December 9.

People of all faith traditions are invited to attend.

Mass will take place in the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

For more information, call 812-535-2952 or email provctr@spsmw.org.

Christmas Eve Candlelight Vigil
2024-12-24 19:00 - 20:00
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, are inviting people of all faith traditions to join them for a Christmas Eve Candlelight Vigil beginning at 7 p.m., on Tuesday, December 24.

The service will include readings and song and will take place in the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

For more information, call 812-535-2952 or email provctr@spsmw.org.

Christmas Day Mass
2024-12-25 11:00 - 12:00
Join the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, for their annual Christmas Day Mass, which will take place at 11 a.m., on Wednesday, December 25.

People of all faith traditions are invited to attend.

Mass will take place in the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

For more information, call 812-535-2952 or email provctr@spsmw.org.

Mass for the Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God
2025-01-01 11:00 - 12:00
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, are inviting people of all faith traditions to join them for the Mass for the Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Mass will take place at 11 a.m., on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, in the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

For more information, call 812-535-2952 or email provctr@spsmw.org.

Mass for the Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord
2025-01-05 11:00 - 12:00
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, are inviting people of all faith traditions to join them for Mass for the Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord.

Mass will begin at 11 a.m., on Sunday, January 5, 2025, in the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

For more information, call 812-535-2952 or email provctr@spsmw.org.

Taizé Ecumenical Prayer Service at the Woods
2025-01-14 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-02-11 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-05-13 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-06-10 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-07-08 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-12 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-09 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-14 19:00 - 20:00 and 2 more dates
Taizé Prayer is a simple, meditative form of worship for all spiritual seekers who would like to dwell deeply in God’s presence around and within us. Songs, prayerful silence and short readings guide the focus of our prayer in a candle-lit environment.

Each Taizé service includes prayer, simple music, a time for silence and inspirational readings. Song refrains are sung many times over as a prayer of the heart.

Join us monthly on the second Tuesday in person or via livestream for this hour-long service, based on a tradition from Taizé, France.

All are welcome to participate.

The 2025 theme is “Widening Our Embrace.”

Cost: Freewill donation

Taizé Ecumenical Prayer Service at the Woods
2025-03-11 19:00 - 20:00
Taizé Prayer is a simple, meditative form of worship for all spiritual seekers who would like to dwell deeply in God’s presence around and within us. Songs, prayerful silence and short readings guide the focus of our prayer in a candle-lit environment.

Each Taizé service includes prayer, simple music, a time for silence and inspirational readings. Song refrains are sung many times over as a prayer of the heart.

Join us monthly on the second Tuesday in person or via livestream by clicking here for this hour-long service, based on a tradition from Taizé, France.

All are welcome to participate.

The 2025 theme is “Widening Our Embrace.”

Cost: Freewill donation

Taizé Ecumenical Prayer Service at the Woods
2025-04-08 19:00 - 20:00
Taizé Prayer is a simple, meditative form of worship for all spiritual seekers who would like to dwell deeply in God’s presence around and within us. Songs, prayerful silence and short readings guide the focus of our prayer in a candle-lit environment.

This month’s prayer service will be called “Prayer around the Cross.” Those attending are invited to come forward and leave their concerns, prayers and hopes at the Cross.

Each Taizé service includes prayer, simple music, a time for silence and inspirational readings. Song refrains are sung many times over as a prayer of the heart.

Join us monthly on the second Tuesday in person or via livestream by clicking here for this hour-long service, based on a tradition from Taizé, France.

All are welcome to participate.

The 2025 theme is “Widening Our Embrace.”

Cost: Freewill donation

Feast Day of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin
2025-10-03 11:00 - 12:00
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, and Providence Associates invite persons of all faith traditions to join them in person or virtually for the Eucharistic Liturgy (Mass) at 11 a.m., on Friday, Oct. 3, to celebrate the Feast Day of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, the eighth American Saint and foundress of the Sisters of Providence.

Celebrate the Feast Day of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin by joining the Congregation and Providence Associates for a special Mass.

The liturgy will take place in the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, located about 10 minutes northeast of downtown Terre Haute.

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin was canonized by Pope Benedict XVI on Oct. 15, 2006.

Click here to view the livestream of the Mass if you are unable to attend in person.

Sisters of Providence Foundation Day Mass
2025-10-22 11:00 - 12:00
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, invite persons of all faith traditions to join them in celebrating their Foundation Day with a special Mass, scheduled for 11 a.m., on Wednesday, Oct. 22, in the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

Join the sisters as they recognize their heritage and honor the day Saint Mother Theodore Guerin — foundress of the Sisters of Providence — and her five companions first set foot upon the soil at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods on Oct. 22, 1840.

For more information, call 812-535-2952 or email provctr@spsmw.org.

For those who are unable to attend the Mass in person, here is a livestream link to watch online.

Feast Day for Our Lady of Providence
2025-11-19 11:00 - 12:00
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, and Providence Associates invite persons of all faith traditions to join them in person or virtually for the Eucharistic Liturgy (Mass) at 11:00 a.m., on Wednesday, Nov. 19, to celebrate the Feast Day of Our Lady of Providence.

Celebrate the Feast Day of Our Lady of Providence by joining the Congregation and Providence Associates for a special Mass.

The liturgy will take place in the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, located 10 minutes northeast of downtown Terre Haute.

Dedication to Mary under the title of Our Lady of Providence began with the first shrine dedicated to her in Italy in 1664. In May 1925, the Sisters of Providence established the National Shrine of Our Lady of Providence in the United States.

In April 2014, the National Shrine of Our Lady of Providence was rededicated in a new location, the vestibule of the Church of the Immaculate Conception.

Taizé Ecumenical Prayer Service at the Woods
2026-01-13 19:00 - 20:00
Taizé Prayer is a simple, meditative form of worship for all spiritual seekers who would like to dwell deeply in God’s presence around and within us. Songs, prayerful silence and short readings guide the focus of our prayer in a candle-lit environment.

Each Taizé service includes prayer, simple music, a time for silence and inspirational readings. Song refrains are sung many times over as a prayer of the heart.

Join us monthly on the second Tuesday in person orvia livestream for this hour-long service, based on a tradition from Taizé, France.

All are welcome to participate.

The 2026 theme is “Journey Towards Wholeness.”

Cost: Freewill donation
