Explore the Archives of the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary
The collection of the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary contain materials dated from the founding of the BVMs in 1833 to the present day. Holdings include materials related to the congregation, files for more than 200 missions (primarily elementary and high schools) in 21 states and three foreign countries, manuscripts, photographs, audio‐visual materials, books, paintings, musical scores and artifacts.
Mission, Service & Faith
As Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary we are women who have been touched by God’s steadfast love. In response to that love we are moved to commit ourselves to a vowed life of faithfulness to the Lord; faithfulness to one another in community; faithfulness to God’s people, especially the poor. This covenant relationship is a freeing one enabling us to risk responding to the pressing needs of our times according to our gifts and in keeping with our BVM mission.
Advocacy & Justice
The Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary have long embraced a mission rooted in peace, nonviolence, and care for those most vulnerable in society. Guided by the Gospel and a commitment to human dignity, the BVM Sisters advocate for the rights of women, children, immigrants, and those experiencing poverty or marginalization.
They advocate for justice, nonviolence, immigration reform, and human dignity, while opposing human trafficking and the death penalty.
Digital Collections from Multiple Series
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Mary Frances Clarke Foundress Mission Bonnet and Cap
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Artifacts Representing Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Non-textual materials including photographs, audiovisual recordings, artwork, and digital media documenting the congregation's history, activities, and members. Organized by format and subject.
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Explore the Full Collection
Access the complete finding aid, browse all 304 digitized issues of The Missionary Catechist, and discover the full scope of the BVM archives.