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.
Steeped in tradition: The Saint Anne Procession
'This takes place in fulfillment of a vow.'
Struggles of a saint: Saint Mother Theodore Guerin
Do you know the story of Saint Mother Theodore’s painful relationship with the Bishop Cèlestine de la Hailandière of Vincennes, Indiana? At one point Bishop de la Hailandière went so far as to lock Saint Mother Theodore in the room and excommunicate her from the Congregation.
Did you know we need volunteer knitters?
Do you knit or crochet? Would you like to work with alpaca yarn as a volunteer? We would love to talk with you.
Miracles of hope, family, and healing
As a Sister of Providence, Sister Jan Craven devotes a great deal of her time to her ministry. Not only does she spend time in prayer, but she also assists with tours, serves as a hostess to visiting groups, steps in as a docent, and volunteers for…
A Litany of Women for the Church
A Litany of Women for the Church Dear God, creator of women in your own image, born of a woman in the midst of a world half women, carried by women to mission fields around the globe, made known by…
Sisters offer reaction to college’s co-ed announcement
"This is a decision that is rooted for tomorrow."
A “sampling” of everyday miracles
Sometimes we get so caught up with our busy lives that we forget to acknowledge the daily miracles. Let Sister Jan Craven introduce you to our monthly e-newsletter from the shrine, where she will share some of the every day stories of every day people who are witnessing those every day miracles.
A Woodsie reflects: Shannon Sonderman
See what a college student at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods has to say about her admiration for Saint Mother Theodore Guerin.
At home in nature
Mother Theodore as a healer Saint Mother Theodore Guerin’s passion as a healer went hand in hand with her love for nature during her ministry in the forests of Indiana. Mother Theodore had previously trained while in France in how to use…
A “Woodsie” reflects: Mari Bennett
What does Mother Theodore's journey mean to a young and aspiring college student? Find out what Mari Bennett has to say.
How relics became meaningful
Sister Paula Damiano shares her experience with relics and how they became more meaningful to her.
