Sisters in Ministry
Our Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods are passionate about serving God by caring for all God’s creation, especially those most in need. We serve in many ways, from education to social justice, parish ministry, hospital ministry, serving the economically poor, advocating for immigrants and for a healthy environment. Read how some of our sisters serve God and others through their ministries.
Oral History: Sister Maria Smith
Sister Maria Smith has honored Mother Theodore by being love, mercy and justice in this world.
A Reflection for the 2026 Foundation Day
All of us, sisters, staff, students, faculty, and friends have big shoes to fill ...
Sisters Join the Call for Clemency for Jeffrey Weisheit
'Love does not call for vengeance. Love calls for mercy.'
Scenes from our Saint Mother Theodore Celebration
On Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026, the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, and the Providence Community celebrated Saint Mother Theodore Guerin on the 20th anniversary of her canonization. Pilgrims from near and far traveled to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods to take…
Sisters to host virtual ‘Discernment Lounge’ November 7
There is no cost to attend the virtual events
Reflecting on the Beatification Mass for Blessed Fulton J. Sheen
For me, being part of this solemn celebration was especially meaningful
A Reflection for the 2026 Feast of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin
As we celebrate the life of our dear Mother Theodore, may we have the courage to embrace both our own trials and the suffering of the world.
Photos from the 2026 Feast Day Mass for Saint Mother Theodore Guerin
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, welcomed persons of all faith traditions to celebrate the 2026 Feast Day Mass for Saint Mother Theodore Guerin on Saturday, October 3. The Mass took place in the Church of the Immaculate…
Celebrating 30 Years in Ministry!
White Violet Center for Eco-Justice, a ministry of the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, hosted former interns and staff, many sisters and others on Saturday, September 26, 2026, to celebrate 30 years of ministry. The interns and others…