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Loaves and FishesEntry/Object ID
SA.0109Description
Sister Nora (St. Catharine) Lowe, left, and Sister Maria Fitzgerald, PBVM, attend a Loaves and Fishes event promoting the construction of affordable homes, later known as Quinn Cottages. In 1986, Sister Nora became Associate Director of Maryhouse, a day shelter for homeless women and children. By 1991, she was named Associate Director of the Jail Visitation Program and served in that capacity until her passing in late 1993.
Located in Sacramento, California, Loaves and Fishes was founded in 1983 and serves those living in poverty and experiencing homelessness.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
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