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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

Everything is Connected – Our Consumption
What changes can we make?

This Easter: What is the state of your heart?
Happy Easter from the Sisters of Providence!

How to celebrate Holy Saturday
“Something strange is happening — there is a great silence on earth today, a great silence and stillness. The whole earth keeps silence because the (Anointed One) is asleep. The earth trembled and is still because God has fallen asleep…

March 31, 2024: Easter Sunday: The Resurrection of the Lord
We share in many different ways: by words, attitudes, actions, interpersonal behaviors

God Meets Us Where We Are
What a comfort it is for me to remember these words

Find greater meaning, community as a Providence Associate
Currently, there are more than 300 Providence Associates in the United States and Taiwan

Everything is Connected – Our Food
What can we do to help bring about these changes?

Growing together spiritually: Providence Associate spring retreat
The Providence Community of Providence Associates, Sisters of Providence and friends gathered the weekend of March 15-17 for the Providence Community spring retreat. It was a weekend of connecting with community, communing with nature, stretching our spiritual understandings and growing closer to God. Enjoy these photos from our meaningful weekend.

March 24, 2024: Palm Sunday of the Passion of Our Lord
What challenges you and me in the passion narrative?

Everything is connected – Our Air
Clean air is everyone's birthright

March 17, 2024: Fifth Sunday of Lent
Is this Lent inviting you and me to reflect on our experiences and to meet Jesus anew in understanding his death?

