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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.

Earth Day 2023
More than 700 people visited Saint Mary-of-the-Woods on April 22 to take part in the Sisters of Providence Earth Day festivities! The event returned this year after a three-year hiatus and offered many activities for both young and old. Here…

‘What will happen to us if that comet falls out of the sky?’
'Let the majestic power of Christ's resurrection beat out its rhythmic change in our own spirits.'
A celebration: The Resurrection of Jesus
How are we moving toward a holistic understanding of Love, Mercy and Justice?

In Solidarity: Vowed Catholic Religious Honor Trans Day of Visibility
This statement and call to action was prepared by representatives of several religious communities

Sharing both flowers and pain as a Catholic Sister
This is what it means to be a sister

Reaching out to others
'I find affirmation and love and warmth as I listen to the people with whom I now interact.'

‘Way of the Cross for Justice’ set for April 7
There is no cost to take part in the program

What I love about being a Catholic Sister
I love being a Catholic Sister and give thanks to God's Providence ...

A Statement by the National Black Sisters Conference on the murder of Tyre Nichols
'With righteous indignation, we all must act!'

Reflections on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
'May we be worthy of his legacy.'

Sisters of Providence presence expanding at the border
Although Tracey’s enthusiasm for her ministry never waned, “the distance and separation from community and family had been hard. I knew I would need support from my sisters ... so I extended an invitation to join me here in Nogales.” Sisters Marilú Covani, SP, and Nancy Bartasavich, SP, accepted that invitation.

A new way to raise consciousness and funds to combat climate change
We hope this stewardship will bring many benefits to the community and the planet. At the very least, it will make us each more aware of how individual choices affect the vitality of the planet and help us to acquire some funds to mitigate the effects of climate change.
