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.
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…
Scenes from the profession of Perpetual Vows
On Saturday, August 8, 2026, Sister Jessica Vitente professed perpetual vows as a Sister of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana. The Pomona, California, native entered the Congregation as a postulant on September 10, 2018. She received the title of Sister…
Photos from Jessica Sun’s entrance
On Friday, September 4, 2026, Jessica Sun knocked on the entrance door of Providence Hall to enter the Congregation as a postulant. She was swiftly welcomed as then-General Superior Sister Dawn Tomaszewski opened the door and brought her to the…
Journey with Saint Mother Theodore Guerin: A Pilgrimage Celebrating 20 Years of Sainthood
Join us in celebrating 20 years of Sainthood!
General Chapter: Seeds of Hope
The Sisters of Providence recently gathered for their 41st General Chapter, adopting a new vision statement to "Sow Seeds of Hope" and electing leadership for 2026–2031.
Sisters to host virtual ‘Discernment Lounge’ October 7
There is no cost to attend the virtual events
Installation ceremony 2026
The new leadership team was officially installed during a Eucharistic Liturgy on Saturday, September 5, 2026 in the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. The new leadership team consists of Sister Jeanne Hagelskamp (General Superior), Sister Lisa Stallings…
