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Join us

Break boundaries and create hope with us. We invite you to become part of the family of Providence. “I really wanted to seek God more. And really live a life of purpose.” Sister Dina Bato “Being a Providence Associate is…

Get involved

No matter what your gifts & talents are, we have many ways for you to get involved with the Sisters of Providence. You may even find that your life is blessed for giving service! Consider volunteering at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. If…

Be inspired

What inspires you? For the Sisters of Providence a belief in, and dependence upon, Providence is central to our faith. Providence is simply another name for God’s loving care in our lives and in the world. Our foundress Saint Mother…

How we serve

Sisters in ministry If you think about it, being Sisters of Providence isn’t just a ministry, it’s who we are. Individual sisters serve as teachers, parish life coordinators, nurses and advocates for people who are poor, elderly or ill. Sisters…

About us

Get to know us You may have met a Sister of Providence serving in your parish or teaching at your school. You may have served with a Sister of Providence in a food pantry or had one care for you…

Historical interest

If you’re a history buff, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods is a treasure trove of architecture and artifacts. Founded in 1840, Saint Mother Theodore and the Sisters of Providence contributed significantly to settling Indiana. Did you know that 26 buildings at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods…

Agritourism

Agritourism is a combination of agriculture and tourism. Of the about 1,000 acres of land at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, owned by the Sisters of Providence, you’ll find a herd of 40 fuzzy alpacas; flock of about 150 laying chickens; 7-acre…

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…

A bride & groom walking on the historic stone bridge at the Woods.

Weddings at the Woods

Deciding on the right space for your wedding is a big decision. You want a place as unique as you are. Congratulations, and thank you for your interest in Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. There is no more beautiful spot in the Wabash…

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…

Pilgrimages

Are you interested in embarking on a journey with spiritual significance? A pilgrimage to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods is a great way to answer that call. We’ll work with you and your group to help create a special time for spiritual reflection…