


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.

Get to know Sister Tracey Horan, SP, in these video and audio interviews as she shares what it is like as a young adult today to explore and become a Sister of Providence.

The Sisters of Providence share their story and their commitment to the Land Ethic and proper care and use of the land at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana.

'Sister was gentle – and in her gentleness, she possessed strength.'

What a beautiful gift these encounters were to my heart and soul!

“In this day and age and the world we live in — so fast moving — I believe prayer is very important, most important. I get back so much more than I ever give. I get a deeper faith. I’m just a better person for it. And it really gives me a lot of peace and comfort,” said Providence Associate Mickie Lane-Fredericks

"I believe people of faith are being called to take the lead and imagine how we can be together — how we can offer alternatives to hate and division." Sister of Providence Tracey Horan and her justice ministry at Faith in Indiana.

I couldn't help but feel a sense of loss that, as the drumbeat of white supremacy in the U.S. echoes louder and the inequality gap widens, this beacon of creative non-violent resistance is simultaneously dimming

She had a very small house, but an extravagant heart

The kin-dom of God is like a Kleenex that’s been washed, rinsed, spun dry in a washing machine

Teens throughout the Wabash Valley flocked to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods during the first of June to volunteer with the Sisters of Providence. During their time here, the teens had an opportunity to interact with the sisters as well as those residing…

Enjoy this video biography on the life of Sister Ann Casper, S.P., on the occasion of her retirement as executive director of the Mission Advancement office for the Sisters of Providence.

“We understand Providence as God’s care for all of creation. And, so, this loving, Provident God set forth into motion this web of life. And we’re called to be co-creators with that God to sustain and nourish that life."