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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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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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Biography
Sister Suzanne is a native of Lincoln, Nebraska. Currently, she ministers as the Motherhouse resource center coordinator at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.
Sister Suzanne, formerly Sister Suzanne Marie, entered the Congregation on July 22, 1955. She professed final vows on August 15, 1963.
She graduated from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College with a bachelor’s degree in social studies. She also has a master’s degree in United States history from Indiana University, and a doctorate in United States history from the University of St. Louis. She also has another master’s degree in education from Southern Illinois University.
Sister Suzanne has ministered as a teacher at the high school level and at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College from 1971 to 1982. She also ministered as the Vice President for Academic Affairs and as the Executive Vice President and Provost at the college from 1982 to 1993.
Written by this sister
This sister has written content published on this website. Here is some recent content, or you can view her full author listing here.
- Recognizing the Feast Day of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini
- Honoring the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi
- Examining International Equal Pay Day
- Celebrating International Literacy Day
- Celebrating National Women’s Equality Day!
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Sister Suzanne is featured in the following content on the Sisters of Providence website:
- Quietly breaking boundaries, creating hope
- Remembering Sister Kathryn McNulty
- Twenty-one Sisters of Providence celebrate Senior Jubilees
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