Monastery in the world papers, 2007-2018
Scope and Contents
Sister Patricia Crowley, OSB served two terms as prioress of the Benedictine Sisters of Chicago, from 2007-2011 and 2011-2015. Major events during her term of office were the closing of Saint Scholastica Academy in Chicago, the Apostolic Visitation of women's communities in North America, and the Doctrinal Assessment of the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR).
For the most part, Sister Patricia Crowley, OSB's papers are arranged with the titles and order that she gave them in her files. They represent work she did within Saint Scholastica Monastery, the wider Benedictine world, and the Catholic Church.
Dates
- Creation: 2007-2018
Creator
- From the Collection: Crowley, Patricia, 1939-2023 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Prioress' papers are restricted for 50 years after the end of her term of office. Sister Patricia Crowley, OSB's prioress papers become open for research June 30, 2065. Previously published materials, widely distributed materials, and photographs are not restricted; they are open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 2.5 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Record Group: English
Repository Details
Part of the Benedictine Sisters of Chicago Archives Repository
Archives
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