Pray and Work banner
Scope and Contents
Within this collection of felt banners there is a set of banners made for the church year, banners with phrases associated with the church and encouraging faith, and banners with religious symbols. Common symbols in this collection include the white dove, the Chi Ro symbol, and the symbols for the Lord's Supper like wheat, grapes, and a chalice. Sister Georgine created banners throughout her life using a combination of felt and burlap.
Dates
- Creation: Post-Vatican II
Creator
- From the Collection: Hodnik, Georgine, 1913-1992 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
The materials in this collection are unrestricted.
Extent
From the Collection: 4 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Physical Description
White felt banner with blue lettering reading "PRAY and WORK," inside a yellow cross. This is English for the Latin phrase "ora et labora," a common Benedictine phrase.
Note on plastic cover of banner: S. Georgine Hodnik
Repository Details
Part of the Benedictine Sisters of Chicago Archives Repository
Archives
Benedictine Sisters of Chicago
7430 N. Ridge Blvd.
Chicago Illinois 60645 United States
(773) 764-2413 ext. 203
archives@osbchicago.org