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Here you will find stories about some of our newest Sisters of Providence. You’ll read about some of our seasoned Sisters of Providence living out their ministries. And you’ll find stories and opportunities for discerning whether life as a Sister of Providence might be for you.

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Why the Providence Community?

“I feel drawn to Mother Theodore’s zeal, courage, caring and loving, especially her complete trust in the Providence of God. I want to grow deeper in my love for God and in the zeal to serve others as a Sister of Providence following the legacy of Mother Theodore.”

Amy Miranda
January 12, 2023
As seen in HOPE, Become a Sister, Community Living, Providence Associates, Saint Mother Theodore Guerin

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Is God calling me to religious life? Listen to the wisdom that dwells within you

I admired the fact that they were highly educated, modern women regardless of their age, who are boldly serving in a modern world. I marveled at the many ways these Sisters chose and were encouraged to evolve to meet the needs of the times. I knew I wanted to grow up to be like the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary of-the-Woods.

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Sister Patty Wallace: Fulfilling God’s wish

'I feel like I can make a difference in the lives of families and their children ...'

Jason Moon
October 21, 2022
Become a Sister, Providence Spirituality, Sisters in Ministry

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Sister Paula Modaff: moving closer and closer to God

Where is Sister Paula in her own relationship with God these days? “For the longest time now, I experience God as reality. Whatever is happening, that is the holy,” she says.

Amy Miranda
September 14, 2022
As seen in HOPE, Become a Sister, Community Living, Providence Spirituality, Sisters in Ministry
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The Sisters of Providence mission: living the Gospel today

Over the past 180+ years, the Sisters of Providence have continually asked themselves: “To whom and to what are we being called at this time in history? Who are ‘the miserable’ in the world today? Who are the vulnerable most in need of our service?”

Sister Jeanne Hagelskamp
September 14, 2022
As seen in HOPE, Become a Sister, Community Living, Sisters in Ministry

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Sisters of Providence profess perpetual vows

'Providence chose me, and I simply followed that call.'

Jason Moon
August 23, 2022
Become a Sister, Community Living, Providence Spirituality

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Forever yes! Final vows ceremony for Sisters Arrianne Whittaker and Tracey Horan

Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022, was a joyous day as Sisters Arrianne Whittaker and Tracey Horan professed perpetual vows as Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana! Our world is so blessed by the willingness of these wonderful women to give their lives to serving people in need through lives dedicated to love, mercy and justice.

Amy Miranda
August 22, 2022
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Reflections for Profession of Perpetual Vows

There is cause for rejoicing here!!

Sister Dawn Tomaszewski
August 22, 2022
Become a Sister, Community Living, Providence Spirituality, Reflections from Sister Dawn, Sisters in Ministry

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Sister Leslie Dao enters the novitiate

Sister Leslie Dao is officially a novice with the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods! Sister Leslie entered the novitiate on Aug. 14, 2022 in the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. During the next year, Sister Leslie will study Scripture, Congregation and Church history, and develop a deeper connection to God, her community and the world.

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Ten years of transformation

So “how have I been transformed?” I believe my most important transformation is understanding that I am beloved of God. Through that Love I have the opportunity to be the change I wish to see in this world. By God’s transforming Love we can realize our own “transfiguration” to the people whom God calls us to be.

Sister Arrianne Whittaker
August 19, 2022
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A reflection for Reception into the Novitiate

Come, Leslie. Come follow this path marked out by Providence

Sister Dawn Tomaszewski
August 16, 2022
Become a Sister, Providence Spirituality, Reflections from Sister Dawn
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Can I Stay Here Forever? The Answer is YES.

A voice rises up from within the trees:
Are you ready to give your whole life to me?
My eyes shine up at the trees
From under my visor.
They know my answer is yes.

Sister Tracey Horan
August 14, 2022
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Love, mercy, justice

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