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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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How We Serve

West Terre Haute, Indiana
Services in West Terre Haute, Indiana Are you a resident of West Terre Haute in Vigo County, Indiana in need of basic services in your community? Providence Food Pantry The Connecting Link The Helping Hands The Connecting Link Location 830…

Providence University in Taiwan
Did you know that the Providence of God extends all the way to Asia? Since 1949, the Sisters of Providence have been educators in Taiwan. Mother Marie Gratia Luking and her SP companions first established Providence School in Taichung. In…

Arts & Music ministries
Did you know that the Sisters of Providence have a long history of art and music ministry? Arts and music ministry has been prominent in the life of the Congregation since the beginning. Art Prominent sister artists have created sketches,…

Spiritual ministries
If you are in need of encouragement or prayer, the Sisters of Providence can help. You may even say that it’s our specialty! Prayer Prayer is a vital outreach ministry of the Sisters of Providence. We welcome pilgrims and visitors…

Health care
Individual sisters serve in a variety of ministries in the United States and in Taiwan. Sisters of Providence serve in health care settings as nurses, chaplains, outreach ministers to the homebound and elderly, in hospice and as visitors and patient…

Social services
Just as you are involved in helping your neighbors, the Sisters of Providence and Providence Associates strive to help individuals, families, groups and communities to enhance their well-being, helping people develop skills and abilities to use their own resources and…

Education
Perhaps you were taught by the Sisters of Providence. Since the founding of the Congregation in 1840, the sisters have been educators in Catholic schools and parishes in the US, the District of Columbia and Taiwan. Mother Theodore as a…

Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College (SMWC) is a coeducational Catholic, liberal arts college founded by Saint Mother Theodore Guerin and the Sisters of Providence in 1840. At SMWC, students are empowered to meld intellect and spirituality. These transformative experiences help students to develop the ability…

Providence Cristo Rey High School
Wouldn’t it be great if high school helped you gain work experience? Providence Cristo Rey High School, a sponsored institution of the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, helps students do just that! Besides taking high school classes, students…

Mission in Asia
Since 1920, the Sisters of Providence have had a presence in Asia. Six Sisters of Providence responded to a call to the foreign mission, echoing Saint Mother Theodore Guerin’s response to go to a foreign land in 1840. Currently, the…
