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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.

U.S. Climate Regulations Rollbacks: A Call to Action
Will you join us?

ISU Human Rights Day set for March 19
Sister Emily TeKolste to speak at event

Self-Care During Difficult Times
The Cosmos is in a continuous process of growing and becoming

A response from the Leadership Conference of Women Religious to These Times
What we are witnessing in society today goes against the principles that we, as Catholic sisters, have labored for centuries to nurture and protect

Statement concerning recent changes in U.S. Immigration Policy
As members of congregations of Catholic Sisters in Indiana, we stand in solidarity with all these, our sisters, our brothers in Christ

Sister Emily TeKolste featured in Global Sisters Report
Read her piece, 'The existence of billionaires is immoral.'

Sisters ‘Virtual Guided Meditation’ series continues in March
The meditation series takes place via Zoom

Sister Tracey Horan featured in Global Sisters Report
Enjoy Sister Tracey Horan's latest piece in Global Sisters Report

From the Desk of Sister Emily TeKolste, February 13, 2025
Do you want to get involved in advocacy?

First Hundred Days Strategy
The Providence Community is leaning heavily on the letters and teachings of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin to get us through these tough times

Archbishop Charles Thompson’s statement on Immigrants and Refugees
Sharing a statement from Archbishop Charles Thompson

The Beatitudes: The Journey to Reconciliation
Jesus gave us the Beatitudes
