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IHM Archives
We collect and preserve the recorded history and artifacts of our IHM congregation in the IHM Archives.
Holding on to Our History
Read about three of our former IHM Congregation superior's and their impact from the days of Vatican II until present.
Pittston Was Her Home in Many Ways
Read about our Sister Regina Marie Crane
The Alpine Sun Treatment
Rose Mary Brice was born in Freeland, PA, in October of 1866. She entered the IHMs on September 9, 1889, was received on April 8, 1890, and professed on May 24, 1892. At her reception she was one of six…
Persistence
It all began with an interview by Father Sean O’Malley, OFM, of IHM Sister Mary Martha Gardiner. Father Sean had determined that an American wouldn’t know how to identify with Spanish-speaking people, therefore, Sister didn’t receive the sought-after job at…
Sister Known for Her Sense of Humor
Read about our Sister Dolores Marie McNamara.
Happy Birthday Mother Theresa Maxis, April 8, 1810
Celebrating the birthday of our Mother Theresa Maxis Duchemin
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.