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Church of the Immaculate Conception

The Church of the Immaculate Conception at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods is dedicated to Mary under the title of Immaculate Conception. Join Us All are welcome to attend Mass and Communion Services celebrated in the Church of the Immaculate Conception. For more information, please call 812-535-3131. Sunday: 11 a.m. Monday: No Mass Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 11:30 a.m. Friday: (Communion service) 11:30 a.m. Saturday: No Mass Special liturgical services are also offered throughout the year. View them on the event calendar. History of...

Convent Cemetery

...cemetery are part of the outdoor tour of the campus at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. For more information, call 812-535-4531. Cemetery history Originally, the convent cemetery was located on a small hill near the original Saint Anne Shell Chapel. Saint Mother Theodore and other early sisters were buried here. However, as the congregation grew, the need for more land became evident. Mother Mary Cecilia Bailly, second general superior of the Congregation, purchased over 30 acres of land in October 1857. In 1860,...

Central Catholic High School, Fort Wayne, Indiana

Remember these sisters? These sisters all taught at Central Catholic at one time. Click on their name to see what their ministry is now. Or click here to contact them! Sister Ann Casper, formerly Sister Kenneth Ann Sister Marilyn Herber, formerly Sister Vincent Marie Sister Nancy Reynolds, formerly Sister Ann Carita History of Central Catholic High School Central Catholic High School was a merger of the existing Catholic high schools in Fort Wayne into one co-educational high school. The school...

Paul C. Schulte High School, Terre Haute, Indiana

Remember these sisters? These sisters all taught at Paul C. Schulte High School at one time. Click on their name to see what their ministry is now. Or click here to contact them! Sister Marilyn Herber, formerly Sister Vincent Marie Sister Barbara Sheehan, formerly Sister Marie Barbara Sister Betty Paul, formerly Sister Paulette Sister Alice Ann Rhinesmith History of Paul C. Schulte High School St. Patrick’s Parish had a small high school for a number of years. Many people in...

Bishop McGuinness High School, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

History of Bishop McGuinnes High School Photo provided by the Archives Department of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. This school opened in 1950 as a co-educational high school. It was to be staffed by six different orders of religious sisters, two priests and several lay teachers. The Sisters of Providence staffed the Commercial Department with two sisters. The sisters remained in this position until 1963, when an acute shortage of high school teachers necessitated their withdrawal....

John F. Kennedy High School, Manchester, Missouri

Remember these sisters? These sisters all taught at John F. Kennedy High School at one time. Click on their name to see what their ministry is now. Or click here to contact them! Sister Kathleen Dede, formerly Sister Marie Arthur Sister Rosemary Nudd, formerly Sister Elizabeth Mary Sister Denise Wilkinson, formerly Sister Jessica History of John F. Kennedy High School Kennedy High School was built by the St. Louis Archdiocese, its first for both boys and girls. It was actually...

St. Columbkille, Chicago

...reach her at 812-535-2807 or email cpritchett@spsmw.org. History of St. Columbkille School In September 1899, the Sisters of Providence took charge when the Holy Cross Brothers withdrew and Father Dunne invited the sisters to take charge of the boys’ school. In 1907, the sisters also took charge of the girls’ school due to the withdrawal of the Sisters of Charity. Boys and girls were in separate rooms. The grammar school for the girls developed into a full eight grades and...

Cheverus School, Malden, Massachusetts

For more information, contact Mr. Jeff Lane at 781-324-6584 or email jeff.lane@cheverusschool.com. Keep in touch on Facebook Cheverus has an active group on Facebook. Check it out! History of Cheverus School In 1908 the pastor of Sacred Hearts parish in Malden, Massachusetts, asked for Sisters of Providence to staff his new school. Consisting of both grade and high schools, it was named Cheverus, after the first bishop of Boston. The high school closed in 1971, as not enough sisters were...

Visit Saint Mary-of-the-Woods

The Sisters of Providence invite you to discover our home. The Woods (that’s our nickname) is an extraordinary place. But don’t take our word for it! Experience it for yourself. We welcome all visitors. For the time being, properly-fitted masks are required for all indoor public spaces. You’ll find a variety of experiences here at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Rooted in spirituality, it’s the perfect place to relax, reflect or pray. You can immerse yourself in our fascinating history and amazing architecture....

Indianapolis All-Girls Catholic High Schools

...McElhiney, SAA, ’67). For more information, contact Sue Dillane Powell by mail at 12676 Treaty Line, Carmel, IN, 46032, or email her at powell0626@msn.com. Keep in touch on Facebook Get started here! For other questions, contact Cami Pritchett, Constituent Engagement/Planned Giving Manager, who is heading the alumnae/i relations area of our department at this time. You may reach her at 812-535-2807 or email cpritchett@spsmw.org. History of Indianapolis All-Girls Catholic High Schools Association Alumnae of the four former all-girls Sisters of...

Group tours

If you work at a school, belong to an organization, church, or club, you can schedule a group tour with one of our knowledgeable tour leaders. Our tours are perfect if you have a passion for history, are interested in spirituality and religion, have a love of nature, or are curious about living more sustainably. A guided tour is one of the best ways for you to understand our story and how it applies to these topics. All are welcome...

What’s nearby

If you’re looking for other places to visit after your trip to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, just 10 minutes away across the Wabash River is Terre Haute, Indiana. A city with a rich history, variety of dining options and numerous places to stay, Terre Haute is a great place to go after the Woods. Here are just a few of the many places close to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. If you would like a complete list of what’s nearby, go to the Terre Haute...