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?
The Sisters of Providence: A history of justice
“The work of Justice, of promoting systemic change that protects planet Earth and promotes human rights, is essential to answering our call as Sisters of Providence.”
Circle of light: An Advent reflection for 2023
'The mystery was still there hiding in shadows and dark corners, but the room was filled with sparkling luminescence'
For our Congregation, this is Eco-Justice
Our work of transformation and conversion is challenging but so necessary!
Seeking something more with the Sisters of Providence
Why are this year’s group of Providence Associate candidates seeking out something more with the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods and the Providence Community?
Here is what some of the 23 new candidates who started their process with the Providence Community shared at orientation this November.
23 candidates start the journey to becoming Providence Associates
Enjoy these photos of our Nov. 11 orientation for Providence Associate candidates as they begin their year-long journey of growing closer to God and the Sisters of Providence Community.
Welcome to our 2023 Providence Associates
We are blessed that 20 new Providence Associates answered a call by God to enter more deeply into our community. Enjoy these photos of the Rite of First Commitment ceremony.
‘We’re all grateful for your CONNECTION’
You are not joining a club today or becoming a card-carrying member of an organization. You are responding to a call to deepen your connection to the Holy One.
20 people make commitment as Providence Associates
'The process of becoming a Providence Associate involved a deep exploration of myself ...'
Remembering who we are and why we are here!
Spend time reflecting on the impact of the Foundation Story in your life
Being a Providence Associate has made a difference
We asked several of our Providence Associates to share how being an associate has made a difference in their lives. Read here as they share how they have been touched by the Community and the Woods.