Name/Title
Brief History of the IBVMEntry/Object ID
055.0097Scope and Content
Brief history of the IBVM in the United States written by Sister Miriam (Mary Clare) Mracek. It discusses many topics including the early history of Illinois, transportation, Mother Teresa Dease, the arrival of the IBVM Sisters in Joliet, St. Patrick's, St. Mary's Academy, St. Bernard's and more. Several communities are also mentioned such as Englewood, Woodlawn, Northlake, Detroit, Carmichael, Western Springs, Carol Stream and Oak Lawn.Context
Born in 1585 in North Yorkshire, England, Mary Ward founded the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary in 1609. Focused on education, the Sisters developed their ministry despite significant political, spiritual and material challenges. In 1880, the Canadian Mission of the IBVM established a presence in Illinois, and the following year, the IBVM North American Branch was created. In 1892, their ministry expanded into Chicago, and by 1896, the Sisters had opened a school in Michigan. Over the following decades, further growth resulted in ministries in California and Arizona, both of which began in 1949. In the 21st Century, the IBVM and its companions are active in Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan, California and Arizona.Lexicon
Search Terms
Religion, Religious Organizations, Sisters of LorettoArchive Details
Date(s) of Creation
circa 1975Reproductions
Notes
Please contact the IBVM Archives (archives@ibvm.us) for further information or materials requests.
