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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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Community Living
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.

A Reflection for the 2024 Foundation Day Mass
The readings that were just proclaimed are beautiful reminders of what is foundational to our lives and the life of this Providence Community as we celebrate this 184th Foundation Day. But none of these words captured my imagination or my…

Lifting each other up with Sister Marie Grace Molloy
In this short video, Sister Marie Grace Molloy shares about ways the Sisters of Providence and our supporters lift each other up.

Sister Noralee Keefe on replacing Willy
91-year-old Sister Noralee Keefe shares with you about her friend Willy the elevator.

Sister Ann Casper shares about our elevator needs
In this short video, Sister Ann Casper shares with you about our need for replaced and refurbished elevators for our elder Sisters of Providence.

Sisters of Providence welcome new postulants
'I was here for a week and my heart was at peace'

Welcome to our new postulants Ann Duong and Maité Rodriguez-Mora
We are excited to welcome Ann and Maite into our community and our hearts

Celebrating Grandparents’ Day
I write this today to honor my amazing grandparents

Body+Blood+Soul+Divinity
The real work is just beginning

Reflections for Reception into the Novitiate
Stephanie, I invite you to come now and begin the journey as a canonical novice of the Sisters of Providence

Sisters of Providence and Providence Associates Memorial 2024
Sisters of Providence, Providence Associates Memorial 2024

A reflection on the first profession of vows by Sister Leslie Dao
'It is my privilege now, on behalf of this Providence Community, to call Sister Leslie to her first profession of vows.'

Sister Leslie Dao professes first vows
'I feel drawn to Mother Theodore's zeal, courage, caring and loving ...'
