Name/Title
Monsignor Daniel Twomey LetterEntry/Object ID
055.0056Scope and Content
Letter from Sister Florence (St. Camillus) Hayes discussing the passing of Monsignor Daniel Twomey of St. Philomene in Sacramento, California. It briefly discusses his life, the role he played in bringing the Loretto Sisters to Sacramento, memorial services held in his honor and more. There is also a copy of the funeral homily given by Monsignor Patrick McTague.
In 1949, IBVM Sisters arrived at St. Philomene's to begin an education ministry at the parish. Over the next four decades, nearly sixty Sisters taught and administered at the school. The IBVM maintained a presence at St. Philomene's until 1988.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 Loretto, Death, MailArchive Details
Date(s) of Creation
Jan 19, 1968Reproductions
Notes
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