Sister Benita Coffey, OSB writings, 1966-2005
Scope and Contents
This collection includes Sr. Benita Coffey, OSB's writings: reflections given at Mass, and journals from 1976-2022. There is a set of her correspondence with her family and Benedictine community. Also included are her personal calendars and budgets. Sr. Benita was a member of a national team that created the Sesquimillennium publicity kit for the 1500 year anniversary of St. Benedict in 1980. Personal data includes worship aids for milestone liturgy celebrations, ministry assignments, next of kin lists, and professional and continuing education certificates. There is a set of photographs taken throughout her life span.
Dates
- Creation: 1966-2005
Creator
- From the Collection: Coffey, Benita, 1931- (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
The materials in this series are unrestricted.
Extent
From the Collection: 3 Linear Feet
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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