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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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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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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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Community: a place for sharing, love, acceptance, support. A place to be challenged, to be strengthened. For Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, living in community and being part of a larger spiritual community are integral to life. Are you seeking community? Become a Sister of Providence. Or join the larger community as a Providence Associate.

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

2025 Reflection for Providence Associate Commitment Liturgy
The mission needs us, and we need each other

A Reflection for the 2025 Feast of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin
'Well, do your best.'

Celebrate Foundation Day with the Sisters of Providence
Join the Sisters of Providence as they recognize their heritage

Public invited to Feast Day of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin
The Mass will take place at 11 a.m., Friday, Oct. 3

Novice Sister’s new Ministry: Blessing upon Blessing
“My role as a teacher can include helping to redirect a student who isn’t paying attention or helping a child who is sad. It’s about helping the children find ways to cope with emotions and stress,” said Sister Stephanie.

Sisters Ann Duong, Maité Rodriguez-Mora enter novitiate
'The goal of the year is to grow in our identity as a Sister of Providence and intimacy with our Creator God'

A Reflection for Reception into the Novitiate
And so, Ann and Maité, I call you now to the next step of that journey.

Is God calling you to be a Sister of Providence?
Are you being called to be a Catholic Sister?

Sisters to host ‘Rest and Reflect: An Eco-Spiritual Retreat with Nature’
Enjoy taking part in guided sessions in nature

Scenes from the 2025 Silver and Golden Jubilarian Celebration
Photos from the 2025 Silver and Golden Jubilee celebration!

A Reflection for the 2025 Silver and Golden Jubilee
This is the call of our times ...
