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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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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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Providence Associates
Get a feel for who the Providence Associate community is and find inspiration in these stories. Reflections, poetry, articles and more by and about Providence Associates. Are you being called to walk with the Sisters of Providence as a Providence Associate?

Sisters ‘Virtual Guided Meditation’ series continues in February
Other virtual meditations will take place on March 26 and April 26

A Tribute to Sandy Wickware from the Anti-Racism Discussion Group
May she rest in peace

Virtual, in-person Taizé prayer scheduled for February 10
This year's theme is 'Journey Towards Wholeness'

20 Years Ago: A Canonization
The year 2026 will mark the 20th anniversary of Mother Theodore Guerin being declared a saint of the Roman Catholic Church. Also 20 years ago, in February 2006, Sisters of Providence were asked by then-General Superior Sister Ann Margaret O’Hara,…

Providence Associate Beverly Adams: How it Started
My relationship with the Sisters of Providence began in 1982. My children attended St. Angela Elementary School in Chicago. Over the years, I became familiar with their mission of love, mercy, justice and hope. Eventually, Sister Joseph Ellen Keitzer, SP…

A Silent Night
May you be blessed with the joys of the season, and may the coming year bring health, peace, and hope.

Our 2025 special Christmas Message for all of you!
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, and General Superior Sister Dawn Tomaszewski chose the the Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes as the backdrop for the Congregation’s special Christmas Message for all of you this season. The Grotto,…

Sisters to host Christmas Fun at the Woods
All are invited!

A Feeling of Hope
Mother Theodore gently prods us and encourages us across the years to grow in holiness and virtue

Our Providence Community 2025-26 Laudato Si Action Platform Plan
Each member of the Providence Community is called to continue to do even more than we have in previous years

2025 Reflection for Providence Associate Commitment Liturgy
The mission needs us, and we need each other

Nonviolent Resistance
What is your choice?
