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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 27, 2022: First Sunday of Advent
During Advent, we are invited to consider many comings

Thanksgiving reflection 2022: Grateful in Uncertain Times
Breathe in Gratitude. Breathe out thank you.

Congregation shares LCWR statement in response to Colorado shootings
The Providence Community adds our voice and prayer by sharing this statement

A reflection for the Feast of St. Cecilia
'Music is God's gift to (man); the only art of heaven given to earth; the only art of earth we take to heaven.'

What brought you here?
We are so excited to have these Providence Associate candidate seekers on the journey with us! But what is it that brought them here? At the orientation we asked them.

November 20, 2022: Solemnity of our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
Celebrating the feast helps me to realize that Jesus' kingship was just the opposite of what we humans tend to think about rulers.

Welcome our new Coordinator of Volunteer Services!
'No one could ever replace Sister Becky, but I am happy to try and fill her shoes.'

November 13, 2022: Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time
Whenever I hear this passage I wonder if that time will ever come for me and how I will handle it?

November 6, 2022: Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time
What meaning do you find as you sit with the phrase "for to God, all are alive?"

November: A month for remembering
'I invite you to join me in calling to memory each day, someone who lives strongly in your heart.'

We’re Surrounded!
Why not consider making yourself a circle of witnesses this week?

Witness
'I urge you to join me in working to abolish the death penalty.'
