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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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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 Spirituality
“The God of Providence carries the entire mystery of the divine, ever trustworthy, never failing. The God of Providence offers all the possibilities for ourselves and the world, including both what God wants to happen and what God is willing to let happen because God honors the gift of human freedom. The choices are ours — truly free, but ever grounded in the grace of God, the Holy Mystery of Providence, about which there is ever more to be discovered.” – Sister Ruth Eileen Dwyer

February 1, 2026: Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
These are also the ways we need to continue to live in today’s world

Choosing Nonviolence as Gospel Witness
We celebrate and stand with this message

January 25, 2026: Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
How will you strengthen your relationship with Jesus this week?

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

Sisters schedule Winter Used Book Sale
The book sale will take place Feb. 19-22

January 18, 2026: Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Decide today how you will make Jesus known to others through an act of kindness each day this week

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

It’s Time for Fiber Projects!
It is time to get cozy with fiber projects!

Restorative Justice
For me, social justice is what will be found beyond the thunderdome

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

Sister Helen Vinton: Impacting Agriculture
In September 2025, Sisters of Providence General Superior Sister Dawn Tomaszewski, SP, received a letter from Lorna Bourg, the President and Executive Director of the Southern Mutual Help Association (SMHA). In the letter, Bourg explained to Sister Dawn how she…

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,…
