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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.

Season of Creation 2022: Eco-Spirituality
Eco-spirituality is a manifestation of the spiritual connection between human beings and the environment

Border Stories: Opening the Door to the Kingdom God Wants
This week, we celebrate National Migration Week around the theme, 'Building the Future with Migrants and Refugees.'

The heart of the matter: getting in touch with the Gospel of love
The heart of God is alive and well in all of us as we live love, mercy, and justice each day!

Season of Creation 2022: Care for Creation Resources
Thankfully, we have abundant resources on Care for Creation

Season of Creation 2022: Celebrating the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi
We are committed to respond to Pope Francis' appeal to take part in a journey toward sustainability and integral ecology

The Season of Creation 2022: Meatless Mondays and More
Pray and reflect on the gift of food

The Season of Creation 2022: Listen to the Voice of Creation
May this 2022 Season of Creation renew our ecumenical unity!

Sisters join Catholic Climate Action Projects
While no one of us is completely responsible for the climate catastrophe we are facing, each of us has a responsibility to do our part

The Season of Creation 2022
Listen to the sounds surrounding you. What are you hearing? How is Earth calling to you for action?

In Service to Life, All Life
As engaged Catholic citizens we call on all people of faith, and especially our Catholic companions, to advocate for comprehensive legislative reform that supports the thriving of all life.

Congregation shares statement on MPP ruling
Note: The following is a joint press release from the Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc., and the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR). We stand in solidarity with this statement, which was released on Thursday, June 30, 2022. Catholic Leaders…

Congregation shares LCWR statement on action to prevent gun violence
We pledge to stand with all who seek to put an end to the epidemic violence in our land and to follow the path to peace.
