From the RSHM Archives!
Today, we share a special moment from our RSHM archives.
On August 20, 1980, during his Wednesday General Audience in St. Peter’s Square in Rome, Pope John Paul II welcomed the many groups gathered from around the world. Among those present were the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary, who were in Rome preparing for their General Chapter.
Pope John Paul II addressed the RSHM Sisters and offered them his prayer and encouragement as they prepared for this important moment in the life of the Institute.
Today, 46 years later, we remember this meaningful encounter and share the Pope’s words and prayer with you.
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We are grateful to Vatican Radio for this treasured recording, preserved as part of our history.
Pictured below, from left to right: Sister Mary Milligan, RSHM (Western American Area), who served as General Superior from 1980–1985; Pope John Paul II; Sister Olga Georgina, RSCM (Area of Mozambique); and Sister Maria de Lourdes Machado, RSCM (Area of Brazil), who served as General Superior from 1975–1980.
