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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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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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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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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.

A Prayer for Students during a pandemic
Embrace these students and their teachers with your love.

A Providence moment with Sister Camille Neubauer
I felt that both of these incidents were Camille letting me know “Donna, have no fear. Camille is here.”

Congregation statement on ACLU lawsuit
We will continue to pray for death row inmates and their families, for all victims and their families, and for legislators, who hold in their hands the life or death of these inmates.

A worldly trip through the eyes of postcards!
Upon hearing about Caleb’s situation, Sister Barbara Ann sorted through her cards and began sending them to Caleb as inspiration

How does reforestation help global warming?
Reforestation is one of the best and most cost-effective ways to limit global warming.

Reflections for Profession of Vows
Corbin, we are happy you have come.

Ministering on Death Row
'He emailed frequently. He had a friend who had a sister visiting with him and asked if he could find one for himself. The sister asked me if I would be willing and I said yes.'
Sisters of Providence react with prayer, advocacy to federal executions in Terre Haute
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods spoke out and demonstrated against and prayed for all people impacted by the death penalty and their victims last week. In these photos we share some of their actions in response to the first federal executions in 17 years that took place on July 13, 15 and 17 at the federal penitentiary in Terre Haute, located just ten miles from the Sisters of Providence motherhouse at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

Leadership statement on recent federal executions
We will continue to pray for the victims and their families, for death row inmates and their families, and for legislators who determine life or death decisions.

Some Memories Never Fade: On the execution of Juan Garza in 2001
Why do we perpetuate violence in the name of justice?

Reflection and Prayer for an Execution
Forgiveness is a vital part of our faith; it is something we are called to do every day and something we ask of and receive unconditionally from God.

The 2020 Annual Meeting ZOOM Adventure!
We will commit ourselves wholeheartedly to do what is ours to do now
