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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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Where do you fit in?
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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Join the Providence Family
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

November 16, 2025: Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
What is the hope that we hold?

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

Sister Tracey Horan interviewed by Border Chronicle
“I’ve been here for six years. This is the first year I’ve heard so many stories of people who were at a court hearing and were detained even though they had ongoing proceedings, and they were still working through their…

Virtual, in-person Taizé prayer scheduled for December 9
Join us in person or virtually

November 9, 2025: Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica in Rome
For what do we have a burning passion?

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

Virtual monthly prayer with the Sisters of Providence continues in December
Each month of prayer will focus on a universal topic led by a Sister of Providence

Sisters of Providence invite teens to volunteer with elders in December
Make a difference with the Sisters of Providence and health care residents!

Creativity within a Confused World
Without the founding Sisters who left all that they knew behind, or simply people like me who ask questions, our world would be one minded

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

Sister Corbin Hannah featured in Global Sisters Report
'Ancestral connections and the love that shapes us'

Revisiting a Spooky Legend
Have a ghoulish time reading!
