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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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Saint Mother Theodore Guerin
An unshakeable trust in God. It set Saint Mother Theodore Guerin apart and makes her a model for us in our daily living. Get to know our brave and inspiring foundress better through these stories.

A prayer for times of discernment
At times when the way ahead,
or even the next step,
seems unclear,
assure me that You know what is to come;
that You envision
a plan to prosper me and not to harm me,
to give me a future full of hope.

Sharing the charism of Providence
It seems that the Templars are doing an extraordinary amount of good around the world in very quiet ways

A Mother’s Day Prayer
The Sisters of Providence want to honor all mothers and Mary Mother of God this week with this prayer

Giving thanks to the ash trees on Arbor Day
I feel a need to say thanks, to find a way to acknowledge their importance

Find your cause for celebration
“Since we cannot change reality, let us change the eyes which see reality.”

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin quotations on mercy
“... Be assured that in leaving the past to the mercy of God and the future to (God’s) Providence, you will derive from your offering very great peace and very great consolation.”

A community of friends: the Providence Associate relationship
The spirituality of Providence tells us that all of life is interconnected, that all is holy, all is one. There was “oneness” in that room that day. I could see it AND feel it. I know the source is Providence.
Providence Associates are women and men of faith who choose to have an intentional relationship with the Sisters of Providence. They commit to sharing their own unique gifts and talents with others while walking with the Sisters of Providence. But they also walk with each other and that is making all the difference.

Spring
'bird choirs perform'

A reflection for Easter
'Staying positive. Pray for me.'

The Sisters of Providence reflect on the Year of Mercy
'The Year of Mercy has called us to be more mindful to the words we use to describe ourselves and our purpose.'

International Women’s Day, March 8
How do I keep hope alive?

On the shores of history – The gift of a Dover sunrise!
'I truly felt I was standing on the shores of history'
