Benedictine Sisters of Elk County, c.1990-2002
Scope and Contents
Material pertaining to and from Sister Mariella's previous community, the St. Joseph's Monastery of St. Mary's, Pennsylvania, also known as the Benedictine Sisters of Elk County. Includes a handwritten photocopied community history, an announcement of her re-election as Prioress, issues of Like a Mustard Seed, a newsletter begun during Sister's terms as Prioress, and a document with information about the founders and Prioresses published in 2002. St. Joseph's Monastery, the oldest Benedictine convent in the United States, closed in January of 2014, and the Sisters dispersed to various Benedictine communities and assisted living facilities.
Dates
- Creation: c.1990-2002
Creator
- From the Collection: Hathorn, Mariella, 1939-2021 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Sisters' papers are restricted for 50 years after the Sister's death. Photographs, previously published, and widely distributed materials are unrestricted.
Extent
From the Collection: .26 Linear Feet (1 hanging file and 1 box)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Benedictine Sisters of Chicago Archives Repository
Archives
Benedictine Sisters of Chicago
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Chicago Illinois 60645 United States
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