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Opening and anniversaries of the new Bermondsey Convent of Mercy, rebuilt 1958, 1958; 1983

 File — Box: BER 69
Identifier: IOLM/BER/15/1/2

Scope and Contents

A poem (may be a song) entitled "December 12th" to celebrate the opening of the new Bermondsey Convent of Mercy in 1958. Catherine McAuley made her vows as the first Sister of Mercy on 12th December 1831 and the date is therefore significant for the Order. The poem is annotated by an unknown hand with ticks and crosses. Also included is a letter regarding the celebration menu.

Mass booklet with "Historical Synopsis" to celebrate 25th anniversary of the rebuilt Bermondsey Convent of Mercy, 1958-1983. Three copies of the booklet, one annotated "Sister M. Finbarr 19.11.'83" and one with an inserted napkin upon which the Mercy shield has been felt-tipped with a scroll of Bermondsey foundation dates.

Dates

  • Creation: 1958; 1983

Conditions Governing Access note

As a private archive, access to the Institute of Our Lady of Mercy Archive requires application to the Archivist and approval by the Institute's Leadership Team. Where items are closed for access, this is indicated at the appropriate level.

Full Extent

2 envelope

Language of Materials

English

BER Box 69

Formerly doc BER/300/2/428, BER/400/4/139

Related Archival Materials note

See also Eleison and Provincial 1983 newsletters for mention of the occasion.

General Physical Description note

Acidic paper; photograph glue failing. Paper, print (ink), photo, type (ink).

Repository Details

Part of the Bermondsey Convent of Mercy Repository

Contact:
Convent of Mercy
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London SE1 2DQ
020 7237 1098