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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

‘Tis the Season of Visions and Dreams
We invite your support and encouragement by adding your name to this letter

Advent celebration banners 2020
Generally the term advent denotes the introduction of something important. In Christian Religions the Season of Advent refers to the four weeks of preparation before Christmas. It marks the beginning of the liturgical year. This season is rich in symbolism…

The Truth of a Tree
The tree is not completely altered; it has accommodated an uninvited situation. And, yes, that tree spoke to my heart. People can make changes and alter aspects of their lives because Creation is meant to survive if it is able to adapt to change.

New Providence Associates share their journey, part 2
"This process not only gave me hope for the future, it renewed my spirit in being around an atmosphere where people love and have compassion for others."

December 13, 2020: Third Sunday of Advent
Maybe you too can walk away full of anticipation for a new day

New Providence Associates share their journey – part 1
"But on a spiritual level, I was called to examine my own life in its entirety, my beliefs and practices, and my role with and for others in Creation. I had to grow in ways I never imagined I would. I had to explore ideas that hadn’t really entered my mind before as parts of our faith life."

Advent and God’s Providence
In all the passages regarding judgment, only those who refuse to act are called to account. Challenges simply become opportunities to help God transform the world.

Sunday, December 6, 2020: Second Sunday of Advent
Gratefulness will be the bedrock which will ground our connection to the God who is love

Moving from darkness to light
Since shopping for Christmas presents could be particularly challenging this year, think about gifting others with these blessings instead, at Christmas and throughout the year
A prayer of thanks on the day after Thanksgiving 2020
Thank you for the sacrifices of essential workers, front-liners, health care workers

November 29, 2020: First Sunday of Advent
Listen to what God is calling you to do to build up His kin(g)dom here on earth.

But this Thanksgiving, we choose gratitude
I am determined to choose gratitude as my resolution and prayer this Thanksgiving
