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Love, mercy, justice
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods are a community of vowed Catholic women religious. Inspired by our foundress Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, we are passionate about our lives of prayer, education, service and advocacy.
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Break boundaries, create hope
Spirituality and justice go hand-in-hand. We are committed to walking with those on the margins. Join us on our journey to make Earth better for all.
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What inspires you?
We all need a little spiritual inspiration sometimes. Let the wisdom of our Providence Community support you on your journey.
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Experience the Woods
From the moment you step onto the grounds at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, you know you're somewhere special. There's something for everyone at the Woods.
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Reconnect or find new opportunities with the Providence Community. Volunteer in one of our many ministries, be an intern on the farm, explore job opportunities or reminisce about your alma mater.
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Live joyfully! Single, Catholic women ages 18-42 are invited to explore a fulfilling life as a Sister of Providence. All women and men of faith are invited to join the family of Providence as Providence Associates.
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White Violet Center for Eco-Justice
Teaching, caring, inspiring for all creation. A ministry of the Sisters of Providence, White Violet Center for Eco-Justice at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana was established in 1996. Here you’ll find a herd of alpacas, a flock of laying chickens, a 5-acre USDA certified organic garden, orchards, bee hives, a Farm Store, nature trail and internship opportunities.

Our 2025 special Christmas Message for all of you!
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, and General Superior Sister Dawn Tomaszewski chose the the Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes as the backdrop for the Congregation’s special Christmas Message for all of you this season. The Grotto,…

An alpaca adoption: A perfect gift
The happiness and smiles I get to witness when I introduce recipients to “their” alpaca during a visit is a gift for me.

Project Winter High Tunnel
The ground in the high tunnel can become reacquainted with winter, as every season has a purpose

Creighton Students Volunteer at the Farm
The Sisters of Providence are grateful for the students' time and energy!

What’s Coming Up!
There are plenty of other events scheduled to continue the Jubilee Year celebration!

WVC to host Alpaca Yoga
Participants must be 18-years-old or older

WVC to host alpaca open barn
'Farmer Tara' will introduce you to the alpacas and some of our favorite chickens!

WVC to host Alpaca Yoga
Participants must be 18-years-old or older

The ‘A-ha’ Moments
The “A-ha” Moment: A moment of sudden realization, inspiration, insight, recognition or comprehension. As one child from Dixie Bee Elementary said to me, “field trips are the absolute best!” And we hear from kids a lot about how much they…

The Joy of Volunteering at WVC
There’s no better place to dig into soil and soul.

2025 Earth Day Festival in photos!
Thank you to everyone who came to the Woods for the celebration!

Your support brought Monte the Alpaca special care he needed
Our handsome alpaca Monte needed surgery for an infected jaw. Thanks to our loving staff, medical support team and financial supporters like you he got the care he needed.
