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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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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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Alpacas
An important part of our sustainable agriculture program is our alpaca herd. Alpacas are wonderful animals that are full of personality. They are valued for their fiber which is warmer than wool, water resistant, hypoallergenic and very soft. Each spring our alpacas are sheared and the best of the fiber is spun into yarn. It is then knitted and crocheted into scarves, hats, and other garments. These items are then sold at Linden Leaf Gifts and The Farm Store at White Violet. We also mix their manure with leaves and kitchen scraps and use it to enrich the soil in our garden. Each year our alpacas get thousands of visitors. We also have an Adopt an Alpaca program which makes a great gift for all animal lovers.

An alpaca adoption: A perfect gift
The happiness and smiles I get to witness when I introduce recipients to “their” alpaca during a visit is a gift for me.

WVC to host alpaca open barn
'Farmer Tara' will introduce you to the alpacas and some of our favorite chickens!

The ‘A-ha’ Moments
The “A-ha” Moment: A moment of sudden realization, inspiration, insight, recognition or comprehension. As one child from Dixie Bee Elementary said to me, “field trips are the absolute best!” And we hear from kids a lot about how much they…

The Joy of Volunteering at WVC
There’s no better place to dig into soil and soul.

Thankful for a good, old-fashioned Indiana winter
It is what we all do to help those we care about

A Queen’s Perspective: The ‘Daily Life’ of our Alpacas
I will allow those I consider close to me to call me Baz.

Have you Herd?
Keeping the alpacas cool during the summer

Have you Herd? Reflections with Madison
Reflecting on the memories

What does winter look like on an alpaca and chicken farm?
As if alpacas weren’t cute enough without adding outerwear.

Welcome Providence André Benjamin!
Stop by and visit Providence Andre Benjamin!

Welcome Providence Jack Francis!
All are invited to come to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods to meet Providence Jack Francis and the other alpacas!
