We invite you to become part of the family of Providence
as a Sister of Providence or Providence Associate
Make justice, mercy and love more present in our world by joining with us in community and mission. Our vowed Sisters of Providence are women who live in community and dedicate their lives to the good of all God’s people. Our Providence Associates are people of varying ages and faith backgrounds who join us in the mission. Explore the ways you can join us!
Is God calling you to the community of Providence?
Become a Sister of Providence
Are you a single, Catholic woman between the ages of 18 and 42? Come explore a joy-filled life with us as a Sister of Providence.
Become a Providence Associate
Are you an adult woman or man of faith? We invite you to enter into the Providence Associate relationship with the Sisters of Providence.
Go make a difference
"Being a sister invites me daily to be open to service for a mission greater than myself."
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7/7 Women’s Monthly Prayer Group: Joy
We can learn to lean in faith on God’s providence and can find help and comfort in one another
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7/7 Women’s Monthly Prayer Group: Gratitude
We can learn to lean in faith on God’s providence and can find help and comfort in one another
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Come and See Retreat – Fall 2025
What is it like to be a Catholic Sister today? Come and See! Explore if you might be called to life as a Sister of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Free weekend retreat October 17-19, 2025!
Get to know us better!
Rooted for tomorrow
Our congregation was founded in 1840, and we're still going strong. Get to know the Sisters of Providence today.
Saint Mother Theodore Guerin
Our foundress was an amazing woman who continues to inspire people around the world.