Maryknoll History

A Treasure Especially Our Own

Maryknoll Mission Archives centralizes, collects, organizes, preserves, protects, and makes available for research the legacy of Maryknoll’s participation in the worldwide mission of the Church.

Due to COVID-19, the Maryknoll Mission Archives is closed to on-site researchers until further notice. However, staff will continue to respond to phone and email research requests. Please see our Researcher Information page for more information about how we can assist you with your research.

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Stories by Maryknoll Mission Archives Staff 

Creating Safe Spaces in Thailand

Creating Safe Spaces in Thailand

The Grow a Wildflower The ingredients... a mixture of sunlight, nutrients, and a safe environment. It need not be perfect - the formula is forgiving. In 2004, the Thailand branch of the Maryknoll Lay Missioners saw a need to expand services for vulnerable peoples in...

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Putting On A Play

Putting On A Play

For the Maryknoll Sisters, creation of entertainment has always been such a joyful and creative experience. One such creative endeavor that they have jumped into quite often is plays. From directing, to stage managing, to acting, to improvising, the Maryknoll Sisters...

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Having Lunch with God

Having Lunch with God

As we wrap up this month of July, take a moment to read this story called "Having Lunch with God" by Fr. Joseph Healey that I cameacross in A Maryknoll Book of Inspiration. It left me with a big smile on my face and I hope it does the same for you!"A little East...

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The Maryknoll Mission Archives is the official repository for all corporate records and manuscripts produced by the three expressions of Maryknoll: the Maryknoll Fathers & Brothers, Maryknoll Sisters, and Maryknoll Lay Missioners.

Here you will find detailed descriptions (or “finding aids”) of primary sources documenting the lives, mission work, culture, and history of the Maryknoll Fathers & Brothers, Maryknoll Sisters, and Maryknoll Lay Missioners.

We hope to make your experience as efficient and pleasant as possible. Please see our Researcher Information page for more information about how we can assist you with your research during COVID-19.

Maryknoll Through History

Explore our timeline of major events in the life of Maryknoll

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