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Mary-of-the-Woods Donate Blog Events Prayer Requests Obituaries Media Center Shop ContactAbout Love, mercy, justice The 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. Learn moreAboutWho we are Find a Sister Stay connected HOPE Magazine Blog Sister Stories Videos Photo Albums Obituaries News Releases Media Center Our Foundress Saint Mother Theodore Guerin Mother Theodore’s story Quotes & inspiration Quick facts The Shrine of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin Journals & Letters Book Study Ministry How we serve Education Social services Health care Spiritual ministries Arts & Music Rooted for Tomorrow Our History SPs in Asia French roots General Superiors Books & Resources Archives Department & research requests Justice 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. Find out more Peace & justice Social justice priorities Justice Coordinating Commission JUSTUS podcast Official Statements Advocacy & Action Litany of Nonviolence Environmental Justice White Violet Center for Eco-Justice Earth Day Every Day Farm internships Providence Climate Agreement Land Ethic Be inspired What inspires you? We all need a little spiritual inspiration sometimes. Let the wisdom of our Providence Community support you on your journey. Explore our resources Online inspiration Prayer Directory Inspirational Quotes Weekly Gospel reflections Reflections Virtual Events In-Person Opportunities Retreats Pilgrimages Spiritual Direction Events Visit Saint Mary-of-the-Woods Prayer Submit a Prayer Request Light a Candle Remembrance Cards Our Lady of Providence Association Visit 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. Plan your visit Things to Do Shop & stay Event calendar Mass schedule Taizé Ecumenical Prayer Service Directions What’s nearby COVID-19 considerations All are welcome Farm & Alpaca Tours Group tours Historical interest Bike, hike and walk Pilgrimages Attractions Must sees The Shrine of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin Church of the Immaculate Conception Blessed Sacrament Chapel Saint Anne Shell Chapel National Shrine of Our Lady of Providence White Violet Center for Eco-Justice Special Occasions Venue Rental Overview Event spaces Weddings at the Woods Cemeteries Providence Community Cemetery Convent Cemetery Get involved Where do you fit in? 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. Opportunities Opportunities Volunteer with us! 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What we do How to become a Providence Associate Sign up to become a PA Prayer Requests Contact us Donate Break boundaries and create hope with us! Mary-of-the-Woods A community of vowed Catholic women religious, we joyfully live out the radical Gospel message of love, mercy and justice in today’s world. Inspired by our foundress Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, we are passionate about our lives of prayer, education, service and advocacy. We dedicate ourselves to helping those who might otherwise be forgotten. Everything seems possible when we have each other to lean on and when we remind each other to lean with all our weight on Providence . I believe that is how our foundresses not only survived but ultimately also thrived in the midst of the forest.” Sister Dawn Tomaszewski General superior Recent stories See all Have you Herd? Reflections with Madison By Tara Elmore Recognizing our volunteers! By Jason Moon Come out to our Volunteer Open House By Sarah Knoblock Our trip to Ruillé sur Loir By Sister Dawn Tomaszewski Earth Day 2024 in Photos! By Sisters of Providence It’s Time to Make Our Voices Heard About Climate Justice By Sister Jeanne Hagelskamp Love, mercy, justice The Sisters of Providence have a long history of commitment to social and environmental justice. Justice efforts White Violet Center for Eco-Justice Official statements You can’t know the Sisters of Providence well without knowing our amazing, faithful, strong foundress. Saint Mother Theodore Guerin Her story Quotes of wisdom Saint Mother Theodore was a prolific writer with many words of wisdom Shrine of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin About Get to know the Sisters of Providence, how we serve, our values and history Be inspired Prayers, quotes, reflections, prayer requests Visit Find peace and beauty on a visit to our Woods Get involved Volunteer, find a job, become an intern Join us Become a Sister of Providence or walk with us as a Providence Associate Upcoming events See all Springtime Tea and Luncheon May 19 at 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm EDT Registration is now closed for the event. We sincerely appreciate your interest! Read More May 18 Evolution of Wisdom Thought Wisdom thought has evolved Read more... May 19 Springtime Tea and Luncheon Registration is now closed for the event. We sincerely appreciate your interest! Read more... May 19 Forest Meditation: Wandering in the Woods Wander among the trees and connect with yourself for a guided meditation based in eco-spirituality and nature. Free. Donations accepted. Read more... The sisters have broken my expectations I had for them. I was so happy to discover that nuns are, in fact, real people. They are so welcoming and easy to talk to. I’ve loved getting to know a few of them and hearing their amazing stories.” Liv Charlton 2017-2018 intern at White Violet Center for Eco-Justice Looking for a sister? Find her here! Photos, articles, obituaries of sisters you have known and loved. Find a Sister HOPE Magazine See all HOPE Winter 2024: Breaking Boundaries In this issue of HOPE magazine, we explore how the Providence Community is breaking boundaries in our world. We explore how we can break through and break down the boundaries that separate and harm us. Read issue Stay connected Our enewsletters and publications will keep you up to date with the best content from the Sisters of Providence. Sign up today Photo albums See all Earth Day 2024 in Photos! Sisters and nearby community celebrate Easter Growing together spiritually: Providence Associate spring retreat 2023 Christmas Fun at the Woods in photos Photos from our 2023 Senior Jubilee Celebration Scenes from one of our Asian Sisters professing perpetual vows 23 candidates start the journey to becoming Providence Associates Welcome to our 2023 Providence Associates In need of prayer? You are not alone. We would like to pray for you. Request a prayer Mission statement The Sisters of Providence are a community of Catholic women religious who collaborate with others to create a more just and hope-filled world through prayer, education, service and advocacy . Search our site Contact 812-535-3131 | 1-800-860-1840 Contact us 1 Sisters...