'Come and See' life as a Sister of Providence

All single, Catholic women ages 18-42 are invited to learn more about becoming a Sister of Providence during the "Come and See" weekend retreat, on April 6-8, at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, located 10 minutes northwest of downtown Terre Haute.

The goal of this free retreat is for participants to deepen their prayer life, get an inside look at the life of the Sisters of Providence and spend time discerning where God is calling them.

Those attending will have the opportunity to meet with the newest members of the Sisters of Providence, get to know the spirituality and mission of the congregation, learn more about the life and legacy of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, meet other women interested in joining the Sisters, spend time renewing their souls and hear stories and share in the wisdom of some of the Sisters of Providence.

"If you are discerning religious life, the beautiful grounds of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods provide a peaceful atmosphere that will allow you to enter into solitude to pray more deeply, listen more attentively and respond more fully to God's movement within," Vocation Director Sister Editha Ben said. "The weekend provides the opportunity to meet the younger members who are in initial formation, while also meeting with other women searching for something more in their lives."

Sister Editha said all attending will reflect on how the Sisters of Providence live a life of hope in a world that is in "need of healing and transformation."

There is no charge to attend the retreat, and meals and housing will be provided. Those interested in attending are asked to register online at ComeandSee.SistersofProvidence.org or by calling or texting Sister Editha at (812) 230-4771 or emailing eben@spsmw.org.

The Sisters of Providence is a congregation of nearly 300 religious women, with more than 200 Providence associates, whose goal is to collaborate with others to create a more just and hope-filled world through prayer, education, service and advocacy. The Sisters of Providence have their motherhouse at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sisters of Providence minister in 17 states, the District of Columbia and Asia, through works of love, mercy and justice. More information about the Sisters of Providence and their ministries may be found at SistersofProvidence.org.

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