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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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Providence Food Pantry

Some have Options. Others don’t
As Advent begins and we wait for the coming of Our Lord, what can we do to address the food insecurity issue?

Food pantry volunteers celebrated
'Food insecurity is the problem. And community is the answer.'

By the numbers: 30 years of Providence Food Pantry
'Without you, there is no us.'

Providence Food Pantry receives new cooler through grant monies
'One of the goals is to provide healthy and nutritious foods to persons who might not otherwise be able to obtain.'

Recognizing Hunger Action Month
We are honored to work to address the food insecurity of our friends and neighbors in the Wabash Valley

Providence Food Pantry receives WVCF grant
'This is going to save us a whole lot of work.'

Scenes from the 2023 Hunger Bust Fun Run/Walk
The 2023 Hunger Bust Fun Run/Walk raised approximately $14,000 for Providence Food Pantry!

Providence Food Pantry goes mobile!
'We leave when people either stop coming or the food runs out.'

Volunteer college students #Represent @theWoods!
'I enjoy (volunteering) because I felt like I was helping the sisters out and making a difference.'

Providence Food Pantry receives $5,000 donation
“We are very excited to be able to do this.”

Providence in a year of pandemic
Here is a glimpse of what the Providence community has been up to in the past year.

Providence Food Pantry continuing operations
'We are truly blessed to have the love and support of the people in Vigo County who are with us at this time.'
