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Become a Providence Associate
Are you looking for something more? Spiritual enrichment? Support? Community? Mentors? A sense of mission? God may be nudging you toward the Providence Associate relationship with the Sisters of Providence!
We are women and men of varying faith traditions who walk with the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana. Together with the sisters, we follow God’s lead in bringing love, mercy and justice to a world in need. We share our unique gifts and talents with the world while living out our daily lives wherever we are. Currently more than 200 Providence Associates live out God’s call to this mission across the United States and in Taiwan.
The Providence community may be just what you need to spark your life of faith and service!
Who are Providence Associates?
Providence Associates all share a common desire for something more. A deeper spirituality or a united sense of mission. A community for support or a spiritual place to call home.
What we do
As Providence Associates, we strive to live in our individual lives the Sisters of Providence vision of helping to create a more just and hope-filled world through prayer, education, service and advocacy.
Sign up to become a PA
Applications are accepted from Feb. 1 to May 31 each year. Fill out the form here to request an application.
FAQ
How much time does it take to become a Providence Associate? Do you have to be Catholic? Get your answers here.
Top 7 reasons to be a Providence Associate
Being with the Sisters of Providence, mission, a boost to one's spirituality. Read about some of the many reasons we love being Providence Associates!
With that sandwich comes evidence that somebody cares. A smile. A question of how is your day. Health updates. Playful banter. For the past several years, Providence Associates Karen Goehl and Rosaline Secrest have headed up the volunteers who distribute nearly 80 sack lunches on Tuesdays and Thursdays to people in need.
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Get in touch
Use the form here to email co-directors Sister Sue Paweski and Debbie Dillow. Or you can contact them directly at 312‑909‑7492 or 317‑250‑3294.