Saint Mother Theodore Guerin

This is a photo of an oil painting of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin that was created in Paris in 1852.

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, foundress of the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Ind., has been called a visionary, a model of virtue, and a source of inspiration and hope. Hers is a story of strength and prayer; challenge and humility; sorrow and peace.

On Oct. 15, 2006, Mother Theodore Guerin was recognized as a saint by Pope Benedict XVI in a canonization ceremony at St. Peter's Square in Rome.

In 1998, the world came to know what Sisters of Providence have known for years. In October of that year, Pope John Paul II granted the title of “Blessed” to Mother Theodore, signifying that she is a holy woman worthy of honor and veneration.

We are proud to share our beloved and honorable foundress with others.

This section of the web site is devoted to information about Mother Theodore. Check the links at the left and right of this page for more information.

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For more information about Mother Theodore Guerin, contact Sister Barbara Doherty, coordinator of the Office of the Shrine of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, by e-mail at mtg@spsmw.org or by phone at 812-535-2925.