IHM Catholic Education Newsletter

MAY 2026

SISTERS, SERVANTS OF THE IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY
Animated by the IHM Charism of love, creative hope & fidelity ... Embracing the Mission since 1845!


Dear Friend,

As I began this letter for our May edition, I found it hard to fathom that the end of the school year is so near.


I hope this message finds you encouraged as you engage your students and recognize how each one has grown in every area. Rejoice in your essential work of guiding and inspiring your students each day.


In these times when our world faces so many challenges, we are reminded of the power of prayer to bring comfort, unity, and hope. I would like to invite you to join together in praying the Rosary for peace — peace in our hearts, in our classrooms, in our communities, and peace across the world.



The Rosary is a beautiful tradition in which we reflect on the life of Christ through the eyes of His Blessed Mother, Mary. As we pray, especially during this month of May, we entrust our intentions to her loving intercession, asking that she guide us toward compassion, understanding, and reconciliation.



Whether prayed individually or as a group, this devotion can be a source of strength and encouragement for us as educators. It can also be a meaningful way to model faith and hope for our students, showing them that peace begins with prayer and is nurtured through our daily actions.



I encourage you to take a few moments each day — perhaps during a quiet break — to offer a decade or the full Rosary for this intention. Together, our prayers can form a chain of light and love that reaches far beyond our school walls.



Thank you for your dedication, your example, and your willingness to join in this prayer for peace. May God bless you abundantly and grant our world the peace it so deeply needs.


Blessings,

Sister Mary Sue IHM

Mary, Mother of Migrants

The above picture and prayer was designed, photographed

and painted by Sister Monica Sicilia, IHM

and the use of AI manipulated photography.

Virtue of the Month

Poverty

Blessed are the

Poor in Spirit

Living a life that is Poor in Spirit means aligning our hearts with the struggles and yearnings of the marginalized, the humble, and the sorrowful. By standing in unity with the downtrodden and sharing in their plight, we not only advocate for social justice but also embody a powerful message of compassion and empathy that has the potential to transform lives and societies for the better.

Highlights from the Mission

Middle States

Reaccreditation



We are IHM proud of Saint Teresa Regional School, Runnemede, NJ, Sister Santa Teresa Borzillo, Principal, and the faculty, staff, and school community for their successful Middle States Reaccreditation!

Archdiocesan Mathletes Championship

We shine with IHM pride are delighted to announce that Sister Alice Hess and her team, the Archbishop Ryan’s Mathletes, achieved high honors on Monday, April 13! They captured the Archdiocesan Championship Title for the 27th time in 31 years. 



Congratulations to Sister Alice Hess and crew! 

Mrs. Mary Bell, Sister Alice Hess, Anthony Seiberlich, Fiona Deng, Joseph Mullin,

Joseph Woods, and Sam Chen 

Pope's May Prayer Intention:

That everyone might have food.



Let us pray that everyone, from large producers to

small consumers,


Be committed to avoid wasting food and to ensure that everyone has access to quality food.


We invite you to our Annual

IHM Nun Run!

Consider joining us on Saturday, June 6, 2026

for this event to benefit

Camilla Hall, Convent Home and Healthcare Center for the IHM Sisters!

Participate yourself or cheer on the participants!

A fun activity for all ages!

Information here!




Graduate Education Programs at IU


Learn more!

Appreciation of God's Glory!

Dates to Remember


MAY


1 St. Joseph the Worker


3 SS. Philip and James


10 Mother's Day


14/17 Ascension of the Lord


25 Memorial Day


31 Feast of the Visitation

IHM Social Media

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Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary
Proclaiming the Gospel Message in the Spirit of Jesus the Redeemer