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.
A Spiritual Frontier
So many women, men, and children arrive for a better life.
La frontera espiritual
Tantas mujeres, hombres y niños llegan en busca de una vida mejor
Sister Emily TeKolste: Continuing to grow spiritually
'I have grown to see all of who I am as a gift, even the harder parts.'
Let Us Assist You
We began this ministry in response to our many friends wanting to find a meaningful and sacred space for their final resting place.
Sister Mary Mark Dede: God’s Grace for Today
'There's a feeling inside of you that you can't express but you know it's there.'
A note from Sister Barbara from her experience in the death chamber
'I watched a man die.'
Death Penalty Education
The philosophy behind 'an eye for an eye' was never expected to become a justice weapon for literal use.
‘She is Our Hero:’ Reflection for the 2024 Feast Day for Saint Mother Theodore Guerin
'Let us be astonishing, sisters.'
Providence Food Pantry receives new cooler through grant monies
'One of the goals is to provide healthy and nutritious foods to persons who might not otherwise be able to obtain.'