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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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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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Meet a Sister
In these video clips and stories, get to know some individual Sisters of Providence. Hear about each one’s journey toward becoming a Sisters of Providence and how she lives her calling today.

Sister Mary Montgomery
Download All Things Possible – Sister Mary Montgomery Q. How did you meet the Sisters of Providence? A. It was when I was a little girl. My mom had a cousin who was a Sister of Providence, Sister Rose Angele…

Sister Diane Mason
Q. How did you meet the Sisters of Providence? A. They were my teachers at St. Dennis School in Lockport (Ill.) for eight years and at Providence High School in Joliet for four years. I was always very intrigued by…

Sister Terri Boland
Download Full Interview with Sister Terri Boland Q. Why did you choose to become a Sister of Providence? A. Initially, It was not my intent to become a Sister of Providence. I came to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods for a vocation weekend…

Sister Nancy Nolan
Q. Why did you choose to become a Sister of Providence? A. I was born in Galesburg, Illinois, and the Sisters of Providence went to Galesburg to teach in 1879 at St. Joseph Academy. My mother and her three sisters…

Sister Marianne Mader
Download Full Interview with Sister Marianne Mader Q. Why did you choose to become a Sister of Providence? A. I grew up in the shadow of St. Philip Neri Convent. The schoolyard joined our house. The convent was across the…

Sister Barbara Sheehan
Current ministry: Executive director and CPE supervisor in Urban CPE Consortium, Inc. in Chicago Years in the Congregation: 46 years Something that I have always wanted to do: Give service in Africa September 30, 2006 I celebrated my 50th anniversary…

Sister Cathy Buster
Download Complete Interview with Sister Cathy Buster Current ministry: consultant Years in the Congregation: 54 Contact Sister Cathy at: cathybsp@verizon.net Q. What do you like most about Saint Mary-of-the-Woods? A. The peace, quiet and the serenity of this holy ground.…

Sister Jane Marie Osterholt
Editor’s note: Sister Jane Marie died from cancer on September 14, 2012. She was 68 years old. Download Complete Interview with Sister Jane Marie Osterholt Q. Why did you choose to become a Sister of Providence? A. When I was…

Sister Beth Wright
Download complete interview with Sister Beth Wright (PDF) Q. Why did you decide to become a Sister of Providence? A. That goes into my call story. I am a Catholic convert. I was not Catholic when I felt the call.…

Sister Delan Ma
Download complete interview with Sister Delan Ma (PDF) Q. What led you to become a Sister of Providence? A. I think it is God’s call. It is very obvious to me, although at that time I didn’t know it was…

Sister Susanne Gallagher
Download complete interview with Sister Susanne Gallagher (PDF) Q. Why did you choose to become a Sister of Providence? A. Whenever I look back and remember how it was that I knew that I wanted to be a Sister of…

Sister Mary Ann McCauley
Download complete Interview with Sister Mary Ann McCauley (PDF) Q. Why did you choose to become a Sister of Providence? A. Being a Terre Haute native, the Sisters of Providence were the closest to me. I was taught by the…
