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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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Peace & Justice
As a community dedicated to advocating for the marginalized, we Sisters of Providence join our voices with others in speaking out about many peace and justice issues of great importance in our world. Learn more about justice concerns dear to our hearts here.

Two years on, impact of Catholic Sisters Walking with Migrants spreads
Sister Tracey Horan featured in Global Sisters Report

‘Everything is Connected’ — Our Climate
We need to make fundamental changes to our economies and behavior

An Inspirational ‘Be Humble’ Day
Six Saint Mother Theodore Guerin quotes on humility

Join the Sisters of Providence for upcoming forest meditation walking event
Further connect with yourself and listen as the forest offers you guidance

‘Todos, Todos, Todos’: It will take all of us
Sister Emily TeKolste featured in Global Sisters Report

Monthly prayer with the Sisters of Providence on March 7
Join Sister Barbara Sheehan and others who will lead a prayer on the topic of Women's History Month

Ecological Economics
Our purchases, our choices in the things we use, what we wear, the foods we eat, the way we warm and light our lives, the ways we move around our world – these are all economic decisions.

Sister Susan Paweski featured in Global Sisters Report
Sister Susan Paweski featured in Global Sisters Report

Monthly prayer with the Sisters of Providence on Feb. 7
For the month of February, Sister Evelyn Ovalles will lead prayer on the topic of Valentine's Day

Make a difference today
The holiday is meant to offer citizens a time of reflection, in addition to the possibility of community service and to celebrate King’s contributions to the civil rights movement as well as recognizing the ongoing fight for civil rights, equality and justice.

Jesus, our model for breaking boundaries
Whenever Jesus crossed the cultural expectations of his time, healing happened. This is exactly what we are called to do today.

Breaking boundaries as Providence people
Humility calls us to embrace the entire human community without exception. Everyone deserves to be loved and respected. We are all siblings one to the other.
