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.
Woman of Mystery
How did a young woman get from Kansas, to Michigan, to Scranton, Pennsylvania?
A Woman Ahead of Her Time
Archives spotlight about our Sister Rebecca Bean, who served as a nurse and pharmacist.
St. Thomas Parish Cemetery, Coeur d’Alene, ID
Remembering our IHM Sisters who were stationed and are buried in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
Helping the New SSCM Congregation
In 1913, Sister Loretta was asked to serve as the Directress of Novices at St.
Stephen Convent in Plymouth, PA, for the new Congregation of the Sisters
of Saints Cyril and Methodius.
Child Care and Early Earth Care
According to IHM congregation history and someone who knew Sister Stephanie, she loved the little children in her care, and she was also known for her love of nature.
The Cabrini Chair
In the home of Frank and Rosemary Kelly (Sister Maria Rose’s family), there was a special chair which has significance today in light of the newly released film, “Cabrini.” The film chronicles the life of Frances Xavier Cabrini, MSC. According…
A Surprise Gift to the Archives
The donor possessed this piece of burnt wood since February 1971 when the Motherhouse burned.