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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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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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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?

Foundation day: a community effort
Each of the founding sisters brought unique and much needed skills and gifts to the fledgling community. The same is true today; except that our tent is much bigger.

Blessed Sacrament Chapel: transforming hearts through prayer
“In this day and age and the world we live in — so fast moving — I believe prayer is very important, most important. I get back so much more than I ever give. I get a deeper faith. I’m just a better person for it. And it really gives me a lot of peace and comfort,” said Providence Associate Mickie Lane-Fredericks

Growing Earth into the future, from where you are
“Mindful of the effect of climate injustice on the cosmos, Earth, and its people, particularly the most vulnerable, we commit to work against climate injustice by collectively reducing carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by two million pounds by June 2019, and by advocating for strong environmental policy.”

Reflecting on our Annual Meeting
The Annual Meeting is an excellent time and space to touch into those Chapter commitments

Providence Associate annual meeting 2018
The Providence Associate annual meeting brought associates and sisters together from near and far to pray, laugh, learn and form community. The time started Friday, June 28 with an optional workshop on nonviolence. On Saturday associates learned about SP ministries…

Bonded with the Sisters of Providence as a Providence Associate
The sisters hold a legacy of wisdom that today’s culture desperately needs, and I am grateful for the privilege of being bonded to the community of sisters and associates.

A poem inspired by spring at the Woods
Reserves
Did Trees stand tall at your arrival?
Did Wind whisper a welcome in your ear?

Providence Associate spring retreat 2018
The weekend of March 16-18, 2018 more than 70 Providence Associates and Sisters of Providence gathered for prayer, reflection and community time at the Providence Associate spring retreat. Enjoy photos from the retreat! Want to become a part of this…

Life changing bonds that unite us
Bonds change us, love transforms us. When I arrived back at the Woods I could only thank God for our Saint Mother Theodore. She unites us – sister to sister, sister to associate, associate to associate.

Virtual spiritual pilgrimage of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods
Take a spiritual and historic walk around some of the sacred spaces at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods from the comfort of your armchair. We hope you enjoy reflecting on these sacred Woods.

Saint Mary-of-the-Woods spiritual pilgrimage video
Take a virtual, prayerful historical pilgrimage around beautiful Saint Mary-of-the-Woods with this video reflection.

Providence Associates, Sisters of Providence: 10 years in relationship
“The common vision that we share is love for Providence, for each other, and for life — all life.”
