Topic
Vocations
Read about the latest sisters to join our community and how to begin the process of entering our congregation for those who share our IHM vision and desire to participate in our mission.

Sister Jeanne Marie McAuliffe, IHM
Jeanne spent 46 years as a primary teacher rotating between 1st and 2nd grade - teaching “kindness, gentleness and respect.”

Sister Janet Rossiter, IHM: The Grace of Perseverance
Sister Janet not only perseveres; she’s determined and picks herself up and starts over again.

Sister M. Claudette Naylor, IHM: Don’t stop questioning
What a joy to spend retirement with one's best friends!

Sister Jane Gaughan, IHM: “It’s the right place at the right time.”
Sister Jane brings her gift of enthusiasm and happy demeanor to her ministry.

One Sister’s Vocation Efforts in the Classroom
When Elizabeth was asked to teach religion, she said to herself, “Do NOT be boring!”

Welcome Sister Elizabeth DeMerchant, IHM
On April 15, 2023, we celebrated Sister Elizabeth Ann DeMerchant, IHM, who made her life-long commitment as a Sister, Servant of the Immaculate Heart of Mary.

Welcome Sister Giovana Fuentes Bendivez, IHM
On November 10, 2020, our Sister Giovana Fuentes Bendivez made her first profession of vows as a Sister, Servant of the Immaculate Heart of Mary of Scranton, PA.

Welcome Sister Elvia Mata Ortega, IHM
We gather this day to celebrate what has been in Elvia’s heart for a long time — her incorporation into the IHM Congregation of Scranton!