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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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Education

The Bond of Friendship: ‘Back to School’ Luncheon
Sister Jeanne Hagelskamp spent time with Sister Janice Ostrowski and alumni from Guerin College Prep High School.

We continue to pray for all as a new school year begins
Returning to school can be both stressful and something of a relief

Sisters of Providence sponsored institution dedicates new facility
'This new space is a dream come true for the Providence Cristo Rey students, staff and community.'

Back to school: A teacher’s perspective
Don’t believe anyone who tells you there is no prayer in public school! This teacher is praying all the time!

Cook County Board of Commissioners honors Congregation, Guerin Prep High School
The board voted 16-0 in favor of the resolution

My life with the Violin
'Happiness is something to be practiced like a violin.'

Providence Cristo Rey honors Sister Jeanne Hagelskamp
“When you ask former students, staff, faculty and community leaders about our school, Sister Jeanne’s name is always mentioned!”

Sister Marilyn Baker: living the legacy of Saint Mother Theodore as an international teacher
So, with little knowledge of the language or the culture, Sister Marilyn traveled to Taiwan. “I really had to learn how to lean on Providence as I began teaching in both the English and English as a Second Language programs there. During my 20-some years there, however, I had some of my happiest years in ministry.”

Celebrating 200 years of Catholicism in North Carolina
Sister Betty and Sister Kathy were overwhelmed, thrilled and emotionally touched by having had the opportunity to walk in the same halls and classrooms as the first sisters who ministered there.

Did you know? An award named after the late Sister Dorothy Drobis
“Teaching was so dear to Sister Dorothy’s heart."

Honoring all teachers during National Teacher Appreciation Week
A special 'Thank You' to all teachers on National Teacher Appreciation Day!

Sending out a ‘Thank You’ in anticipation of School Principals’ Day!
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you for the many, many hours you have given and decisions you have made
