Stories from the Archives
We stand on the shoulders of those who’ve gone before us. Read about the dynamic, faith-filled IHM Sisters whose legacy we carry into the future.
She Was Not a Music Teacher
Unlike many of the early sisters, Mary Flannelly was not a music teacher; in fact, she is not recorded as teaching anything. Mary was born on December 15, 1895, in Attymass, County Mayo, Ireland. At some point, her family emigrated…
What Really Caused Her Death?
Read about a mystery uncovered by our Archives office.
Member of Early Novitiate
Read about our Sister Mary William Kearney, who was among the first six postulants to enter the Sisters of IHM in Scranton, PA.
A Choice for Scranton
In honor of Founders Day, read about the original 12 sisters who chose to remain in Susquehanna to begin the The Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary of Scranton.
Preserving the IHM Habit
Darrin Purfall Purdy visits the IHM Archives to share his progress on recreating our IHM habit.
Twins in the Community
Read about the O'Malley twins, Sisters Mercedes and Raphael.
Early IHM in Susquehanna, PA, Cemetery
Read about our Sister M. Perpetua McCormick
