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.
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.
From Avoca to Tillamook to Portland
How did she get from Pennsylvania to Oregon? Why was a Sister, not assigned to Portland, OR, buried there? Lots of questions and now we have some of the answers.
Sister M. Felicitas Baxter, IHM: The first sister buried in our cemetery
Have you ever wondered, as you walked or drove past our little cemetery on the Marywood University grounds, who was the first sister buried there?
“Heart Immaculate”: A beloved hymn
"Heart Immaculate, Heart so sweet, Diffusing love with ev'ry beat, Lead us to Love!"
100 years of the Marywood University Alma Mater
This year is the 100th anniversary of the writing of the Alma Mater for Marywood University.
“Chosen”: Who wrote the music?
One of our most cherished songs is "Chosen," which has a long history in the community.
Remembering St. John’s/St. Mary’s Schools, Cresson, PA
We have a wonderful example of two sisters, each of whom served God and God’s people in her own way—either by her simple, childlike spirit or by her roles of leadership and administration.
Our First IHM Jubilarians
The celebration for our Jubilarians gives us a chance to reflect on the first Silver and Golden Jubilarians of the Scranton Community.