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Love, mercy, justice
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods are a community of vowed Catholic women religious. Inspired by our foundress Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, we are passionate about our lives of prayer, education, service and advocacy.
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Break boundaries, create hope
Spirituality and justice go hand-in-hand. We are committed to walking with those on the margins. Join us on our journey to make Earth better for all.
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What inspires you?
We all need a little spiritual inspiration sometimes. Let the wisdom of our Providence Community support you on your journey.
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Experience the Woods
From the moment you step onto the grounds at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, you know you're somewhere special. There's something for everyone at the Woods.
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Where do you fit in?
Reconnect or find new opportunities with the Providence Community. Volunteer in one of our many ministries, be an intern on the farm, explore job opportunities or reminisce about your alma mater.
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Join the Providence Family
Live joyfully! Single, Catholic women ages 18-42 are invited to explore a fulfilling life as a Sister of Providence. All women and men of faith are invited to join the family of Providence as Providence Associates.
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Organic gardening, alpaca and fiber arts internships
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Media Center
Welcome journalists, bloggers and news enthusiasts! Here you will find up-to-date information regarding our many programs, workshops, retreats, vigils and other events as well. You can also download the official SP logos. Feel free to stop in and take a…

White Violet Center for Eco-Justice
Teaching, caring, inspiring for all creation White Violet Center for Eco-Justice at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, is a ministry of the Sisters of Providence. You’ll find a herd of alpacas and a flock of laying chickens, a 5-acre USDA certified organic garden, orchards, bee…

Volunteer with us!
You can give us the gift of yourself by volunteering. As a volunteer for the Sisters of Providence, you help continue the mission of Love, Mercy, and Justice that Saint Mother Theodore began back in 1840. We’ll help you find…

Providence Associates
Walk with God with us 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…

Become a sister
Become a sister Welcome! We invite you to explore life as a Sister of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana. Founded by a strong woman (saint!), our sisters have been breaking boundaries and creating hope for more than 175 years. Grounded…

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin
Saint Mother Theodore Guerin You might have more in common with a saint than you think. Saint Mother Theodore Guerin is a saint now, but during her life she was a real person who dealt with real problems. She didn’t…

Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods
Break boundaries and create hope with us! Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods A community of vowed Catholic women religious, we joyfully live out the radical Gospel message of love, mercy and justice in today’s world. Inspired by our foundress Saint Mother…
