St. Brigid’s Orphanage for the Rescue of Irish Catholic Children from Protestant Proselytism (1909)
Date
1909
Creator
Sisters of the Holy Faith, St. Brigid’s Orphanage
Description
St. Brigid’s Orphanage for the Rescue of Irish Catholic Children from Protestant Proselytism (1909). It is submitted by the Sisters of the Holy Faith. The first part of the booklet opens with a request for support and donations for St. Brigid’s Orphanage. It notes that the orphanage was founded ‘for the purpose of rescuing Catholic Orphans and destitute children from the Proselytizers’. It mentions the indulgences granted by Pope Pius IX, Pope Leo XIII, and Pope Pius X. Examples of orphan circumstances are depicted. The document discusses the work of St. Brigid’s Orphanage, the boarding-out (foster care) system and the nurses (foster parents) living in the countryside. Protocols for religious instruction and education in general is detailed. The second part of the booklet, is a reprint of the Annual Charity Sermon by Rev. Thomas Maher, S.J. His sermon encompasses subjects such as Proselytism, describing the Holy Faith Sisters as heroic, the famine of 1845 and ‘Black’ 1847, discrimination in employment, anti-Catholic quotes from various public figures, and an overall denunciation of the Protestant faith.
Subject
St. Brigid's Orphanage
46 Eccles Street, Dublin, Ireland
Boarding-out system
Nurses (foster parents)
Sisters of the Holy Faith
Education
Proselytism
Benefactors
Cullen, Paul (1803-1878)
Pope Pius IX (1792-1878)
Pope Leo XIII (1810-1903)
Pope Pius X (1835-1914)
Speeches & Resolutions
Gowan, John (1817-1897)
Aylward, Margaret (1810-1889)
Publisher
Browne and Nolan, Limited (Dublin, Belfast, Cork, Waterford)
Fiftieth Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1906)
Date
1907
Creator
Sisters of the Holy Faith; St. Brigid's Orphanage
Description
Fiftieth Annual Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1907). It is submitted by the Sisters of the Holy Faith. The report details the number of orphans; reunification of orphans with parents; orphan adoptions; orphan apprenticeships; the schooling of orphans; ‘The acquisition of secular knowledge is necessary but holds a secondary place'; and the rearing of orphans. Case histories are detailed. It notes that admissions were mostly for children in danger of losing their Catholic Faith. Proselytism is mentioned throughout. Examples of orphan circumstances are depicted. Protocols for religious instruction and education in general is detailed. The benefits of the boarding-out (foster care) system is discussed. It explains how Holy Faith Schools are not in receipt of state aid. It provides statistics on attendance; and of children who completed First Communion, and Confirmation. It accounts for the number of children in attendance at Holy Faith schools who had previously been in Protestant schools. A list of benefactors and donations to St. Brigid’s Orphanage and Holy Faith Schools is listed (including clergymen and guild associations). Two Charity Sermons are reprinted. One by Fr Lynch and St. Brigid’s celebrating its golden jubilee and one from Fr Albert Keane, O.D.C. In the appendix is a letter of solicitation for support, donations, and subscriptions, including donations by the guardians of the North Dublin Union. Also, in the appendix is a description of assistance of the Sisters of the Holy Faith to the Society of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Queen Of Charity, in Little Strand Street; and an extract of a pamphlet published by his Lordship the Bishop of Southwark and kindly presented to St. Brigid’s Orphanage, titled ‘Practical Direction and Suggestions as to Appointed Testamentary Guardian.’
Subject
St. Brigid's Orphanage
46 Eccles Street, Dublin, Ireland
Glasnevin, Dublin, Ireland
Orphan statistics
Boarding-out system
Nurses (foster parents)
Education
Holy Faith schools
Sisters of the Holy Faith
Proselytism
Protestant institutions
Finance
Benefactors
Speeches & Resolutions
Society of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Queen of Charity
Aylward, Margaret (1810-1889)
Source
Report 1907 (HFA1-O-ES-F-33-SBO-AR-1907)
Publisher
John F. Fowler (3 Crow Street and 24 Temple Lane, Dublin)
Forty-Ninth Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1905)
Date
1906
Creator
Sisters of the Holy Faith; St. Brigid's Orphanage
Description
Forty-Ninth Annual Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1906). It is submitted by the Sisters of the Holy Faith. The report details the number of orphans; reunification of orphans with parents; orphan adoptions; orphan apprenticeships; the schooling of orphans; and the rearing of orphans. Examples of orphan circumstances are depicted. Proselytism and the Protestant institutions are mentioned. Protocols for religious instruction and education in general is detailed. The benefits of the boarding-out (foster care) system is discussed; and premiums paid to nurses (foster parents) is noted (also mentions nurses manual by Fr. John Gowan). It thanks the clergy, guild associations, and Mr. Steiner for their work in collecting donations. It includes a reprint of the annual appeal sermon for St. Brigid’s Orphanage by Fr Thomas Maher S. J. and describes the life of Margaret Aylward. The report discusses the work of the Holy Faith schools. It explains how Holy Faith Schools are not in receipt of state aid. It provides statistics on attendance; and of children who completed First Communion, and Confirmation. The report also includes a reprint of a charity sermon by Fr Aloysius Coghlan O.D.C. A list of benefactors and donations to St. Brigid’s Orphanage and Holy Faith Schools is listed (including clergymen and guild associations). In the appendix is a letter of solicitation for support, donations, and subscriptions. Also, in the appendix is a description of assistance of the Sisters of the Holy Faith to the Society of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Queen Of Charity, in Little Strand Street; and an extract of a pamphlet published by his Lordship the Bishop of Southwark and kindly presented to St. Brigid’s Orphanage, titled ‘Practical Direction and Suggestions as to Appointed Testamentary Guardian.’
Subject
St. Brigid's Orphanage
46 Eccles Street, Dublin, Ireland
Glasnevin, Dublin, Ireland
Orphan statistics
Boarding-out system
Nurses (foster parents)
Education
Holy Faith schools
Sisters of the Holy Faith
Proselytism
Protestant institutions
Finance
Benefactors
Speeches & Resolutions
Gowan, John (1817-1897)
Society of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Queen of Charity
Forty-Eighth Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1904)
Date
1905
Creator
Sisters of the Holy Faith; St. Brigid's Orphanage
Description
Forty-Eight Annual Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1905). It is submitted by the Sisters of the Holy Faith. The report details the number of orphans; reunification of orphans with parents; orphan adoptions; orphan apprenticeships; the schooling of orphans; and the rearing of orphans. Examples of orphan circumstances are depicted. Proselytism and Protestant institutions are mentioned. Protocols for religious instruction and education in general is detailed. The benefits of the boarding-out (foster care) system is discussed; and premiums paid to nurses (foster parents) is noted. It thanks the clergy, guild associations, and Mr. Steiner for their work in collecting donations. The report discusses the work of the Holy Faith schools. It explains how Holy Faith Schools are not in receipt of state aid. It provides statistics on attendance; and of children who completed First Communion, and Confirmation. A list of benefactors and donations to St. Brigid’s Orphanage and Holy Faith Schools is listed (including clergymen and guild associations). A brief by Pope Pius X is mentioned. A short extract of a Charity Sermon by Fr Conmee is included, as is a Charity Sermon by Fr Angelus Irvine O.D.C, which was reprinted in the Irish Catholic in December 1904. In the appendix is a letter of solicitation for support, donations, and subscriptions. Also, in the appendix is a description of assistance of the Sisters of the Holy Faith to the Society of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Queen Of Charity, in Little Strand Street; and an extract of a pamphlet published by his Lordship the Bishop of Southwark and kindly presented to St. Brigid’s Orphanage, titled ‘Practical Direction and Suggestions as to Appointed Testamentary Guardian.’
Subject
St. Brigid's Orphanage
46 Eccles Street, Dublin, Ireland
Glasnevin, Dublin, Ireland
Orphan statistics
Boarding-out system
Nurses (foster parents)
Education
Holy Faith schools
Sisters of the Holy Faith
Proselytism
Protestant institutions
Finance
Benefactors
Speeches & Resolutions
Pope Pius X (1835-1914)
Society of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Queen of Charity
Forty-Sixth Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1902)
Date
1903
Creator
Sisters of the Holy Faith; St. Brigid's Orphanage
Description
Forty-Sixth Annual Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1903). It is submitted by the Sisters of the Holy Faith. The report details the number of orphans; reunification of orphans with parents; orphan adoptions; orphan apprenticeships described as trades; the schooling of orphans; and the rearing of orphans. Examples of orphan circumstances are depicted. It notes that admissions were mostly for children in danger of losing their Catholic Faith. Examples of orphan circumstances are depicted. Protocols for religious instruction and education in general is detailed. The benefits of the boarding-out (foster care) system is discussed; and premiums paid to nurses (foster parents) is noted. It thanks the clergy, guild associations, and Mr. Steiner for their work in collecting donations. Proselytism and Protestant institutions are mentioned. It provides a summary of a charity sermon by Fr Henry Lynch (Jesuit Fathers, Gardiner Street). The report discusses the work of the Holy Faith schools. It explains how Holy Faith Schools are not in receipt of state aid. It provides statistics on attendance; and of children who completed First Communion, and Confirmation. It accounts for the number of children in attendance at Holy Faith schools who had previously been in Protestant schools. The report reprints an annual appeal sermon for Holy Faith Schools by Fr Alphonsus Kelly. It pays tribute to the work of Margaret Aylward and Fr John Gowan. A list of benefactors and donations to St. Brigid’s Orphanage and Holy Faith Schools is listed (including clergymen and guild associations). In the appendix is a letter of solicitation for support, donations, and subscriptions. Also, in the appendix is a description of assistance of the Sisters of the Holy Faith to the Society of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Queen Of Charity, in Little Strand Street; and an extract of a pamphlet published by his Lordship the Bishop of Southwark and kindly presented to St. Brigid’s Orphanage, titled ‘Practical Direction and Suggestions as to Appointed Testamentary Guardian.’
Subject
St. Brigid's Orphanage
46 Eccles Street, Dublin, Ireland
Glasnevin, Dublin, Ireland
Orphan statistics
Boarding-out system
Nurses (foster parents)
Education
Holy Faith schools
Sisters of the Holy Faith
Proselytism
Protestant institutions
Finance
Benefactors
Gowan, John (1817-1897)
Speeches & Resolutions
Society of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Queen of Charity
Forty-Second Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1898)
Date
1899
Creator
Sisters of the Holy Faith; St. Brigid's Orphanage
Description
Forty-Second Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1898). It is submitted by the Sisters of the Holy Faith. The report details the number of orphans; reunification of orphans with parents; orphan adoptions; orphan apprenticeships; the schooling of orphans; and the rearing of orphans. Examples of orphan circumstances are depicted. Protocols for religious instruction and education in general is detailed. The benefits of the boarding-out (foster care) system is discussed; and premiums paid to nurses (foster parents) is noted. It gives thanks to the support of clergymen, guild associations and Mr. Steiner. The report discusses the work of the Holy Faith schools, all of which are not in receipt of state aid. It provides a brief account of Proselytism. It provides statistics on attendance; and of children who completed First Communion, and Confirmation. It notes the opening of a new infant school in The Coombe. It gives thanks to benefactors, members of the clergy and the collectors. A list of benefactors and donations to St. Brigid’s Orphanage and Holy Faith Schools is listed (including clergymen and guild associations). In the appendix is a letter of solicitation for support, donations, and subscriptions. Also, in the appendix is a description of assistance of the Sisters of the Holy Faith to the Society of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Queen Of Charity, in Little Strand Street; and an extract of a pamphlet published by his Lordship the Bishop of Southwark and kindly presented to St. Brigid’s Orphanage, titled ‘Practical Direction and Suggestions as to Appointed Testamentary Guardian.’ Also, in the appendix is reprint of a charity sermon by Rev. John Verdon, S.J. which was delivered on 13 November 1898.
Subject
St. Brigid's Orphanage
46 Eccles Street, Dublin, Ireland
Glasnevin, Dublin, Ireland
Orphan statistics
Boarding-out system
Nurses (foster parents)
Education
Holy Faith schools
Sisters of the Holy Faith
Proselytism
Protestant institutions
Finance
Benefactors
Speeches & Resolutions
Society of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Queen of Charity
Sisters of the Holy Faith Congregational Archives, Aylward House, Holy Faith Convent, Glasnevin, Dublin 11
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The report details the number of orphans; reunification of orphans with parents; orphan adoptions; orphan apprenticeships; the schooling of orphans; and the rearing of orphans. The boarding-out (foster care) system is discussed, and premiums paid to nurses (foster parents) is noted. Protocols for religious instruction and education in general is detailed. It thanks the support of the benefactors and guild associations. The report discusses the work of the Holy Faith schools. Schools are not in receipt of state aid. It provides statistics on attendance; and of children who completed First Communion, and Confirmation. It reminisces on Miss Aylward’s reasons for starting the schools, with reference to the attendance of poor Catholic children at Protestant poor schools. In doing so, it provides an extract from the Sixth Annual Report, whereby it notes the encouragement of the then Archbishop Paul Cullen to set up schools for the Catholic poor.
The report reprints a document found in Margaret Aylward’s desk upon her death; a letter from Rome, acknowledging the work of the Sisters of the Holy Faith. Also, there is a reprint of the speech by Rev. Father John Gowan on the history of the events leading up to the imprisonment of Margaret Aylward in Grangegorman Prison.
A list of benefactors and donations to St. Brigid’s Orphanage and Holy Faith Schools is listed (including clergymen and guild associations). In the appendix is a letter of solicitation for support, donations, and subscriptions. Also, in the appendix is an extract of a pamphlet published by his Lordship the Bishop of Southwark and kindly presented to St. Brigid’s Orphanage, titled ‘Practical Direction and Suggestions as to Appointed Testamentary Guardian.’]]>2020-12-15T03:53:19+00:00
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Title
Thirty-Third Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1889)
Date
1890
Creator
Sisters of the Holy Faith; St. Brigid's Orphanage
Description
Thirty-Third Annual Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1889) (presented at Annual Meeting, March 1890). This report is delivered following the death of Margaret Aylward in 1889. The report describes the attendance of the Archbishop (William Joseph Walsh) at the meeting, at which a speech was delivered by Rev. Father John Gowan on the ‘Story of Miss Aylward’s Imprisonment’. It is noted that the children of the Holy Faith school in Coombe sang, and one pupil read an address of appreciation to the Archbishop. It is then noted that the Archbishop delivered a speech on the drawbacks of secular education in poor schools under the National Board, and the benefits of a Catholic education. It discusses issues on the use of religious icons in schools (with reference to the crucifix). The speech further describes the Powis Commission of 1870, and the Forgeries Commission of 1890. It contrasts conditions in the use of icons in both Protestant and Catholic schools in England. It notes the support of Mr. Sexton, M.P. in representing Catholic schools in Parliament. To end, while noting thanks to the foundress Margaret Aylward, the Archbishop also thanks Rev. Father John Gowan. Thereafter, it notes that Rev. Father John Gowan read the annual report, opening with a ‘profound expression of regret and loss of the head that planned the Orphanage, Miss Margaret Aylward’.
The report details the number of orphans; reunification of orphans with parents; orphan adoptions; orphan apprenticeships; the schooling of orphans; and the rearing of orphans. The boarding-out (foster care) system is discussed, and premiums paid to nurses (foster parents) is noted. Protocols for religious instruction and education in general is detailed. It thanks the support of the benefactors and guild associations. The report discusses the work of the Holy Faith schools. Schools are not in receipt of state aid. It provides statistics on attendance; and of children who completed First Communion, and Confirmation. It reminisces on Miss Aylward’s reasons for starting the schools, with reference to the attendance of poor Catholic children at Protestant poor schools. In doing so, it provides an extract from the Sixth Annual Report, whereby it notes the encouragement of the then Archbishop Paul Cullen to set up schools for the Catholic poor.
The report reprints a document found in Margaret Aylward’s desk upon her death; a letter from Rome, acknowledging the work of the Sisters of the Holy Faith. Also, there is a reprint of the speech by Rev. Father John Gowan on the history of the events leading up to the imprisonment of Margaret Aylward in Grangegorman Prison.
A list of benefactors and donations to St. Brigid’s Orphanage and Holy Faith Schools is listed (including clergymen and guild associations). In the appendix is a letter of solicitation for support, donations, and subscriptions. Also, in the appendix is an extract of a pamphlet published by his Lordship the Bishop of Southwark and kindly presented to St. Brigid’s Orphanage, titled ‘Practical Direction and Suggestions as to Appointed Testamentary Guardian.’
Subject
St. Brigid's Orphanage
46 Eccles Street, Dublin, Ireland
Glasnevin, Dublin, Ireland
Orphan statistics
Boarding-out system
Nurses (foster parents)
Education
Holy Faith schools
Sisters of the Holy Faith
Proselytism
Finance
Benefactors
Correspondence
Speeches & Resolutions
Walsh, William Joseph (1841-1921)
Gowan, John (1817-1897)
Sexton, Thomas (1848-1932)
Cullen, Paul (1803-1878)
Grangegorman Prison
Society of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Queen of Charity
Aylward, Margaret (1810-1889)
Source
St. Brigid’s Orphanage Annual Reports 1880-1991 (HFA1/O/ES/F/33/SBO-AR-1880-1891)
Nineteenth Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1875)
Date
1876-02
Creator
Sisters of the Holy Faith; St. Brigid's Orphanage
Description
Nineteenth Annual Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1875) (presented at Annual Meeting, 06 February 1876). It is submitted by the ‘Managers’ of St. Brigid’s Orphanage. The Rev. Father Gowan read the report. The report details the number of orphans; reunification of orphans with parents; orphan adoptions; orphan apprenticeships; the schooling of orphans; and the rearing of orphans. The boarding-out (foster care) system and premiums paid to nurses (foster parents) is discussed. Protocols for religious instruction and education in general is detailed. The report intermingles Protestant indoctrination and the benefits of a Catholic education. The report examines the causes of Proselytism. The report discusses the work of the Holy Faith schools of which ten are in operation for poor Catholic children. These schools are not in receipt of state aid. It notes the start of a lending library. Several speeches and resolutions from the annual meeting are printed in the report. A list of benefactors and donations to St. Brigid’s Orphanage and Holy Faith Schools is listed (including clergymen and guild associations). In the appendix is a letter of solicitation for support, donations and subscriptions. Also, in the appendix is a description of assistance by the Sisters of the Holy Faith to the Society of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Queen Of Charity, in Lower 65 Lower Jervis Street; and an extract of a pamphlet published by his Lordship the Bishop of Southwark and kindly presented to St. Brigid’s Orphanage, titled ‘Practical Direction and Suggestions as to Appointed Testamentary Guardian.’
Subject
St. Brigid's Orphanage
46 Eccles Street, Dublin, Ireland
Glasnevin, Dublin, Ireland
Orphan statistics
Boarding-out system
Nurses (foster parents)
Education
Holy Faith schools
Sisters of the Holy Faith
Proselytism
Finance
Benefactors
Speeches & Resolutions
Gowan, John (1817-1897)
Society of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Queen of Charity
Fourteenth Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1870)
Date
1870
Creator
Sisters of the Holy Faith; St. Brigid's Orphanage
Description
Fourteenth Annual Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1870) (presented at Annual Meeting, 21 October 1870). It is submitted by the ‘Committee of Management’ of St. Brigid’s Orphanage. The report details the number of orphans; reunification of orphans with parents; orphan adoptions; orphan apprenticeships; the schooling of orphans; and the rearing of orphans. Protocol for religious instruction and education in general is detailed. The benefits of the boarding-out (foster care) system and premiums paid to nurses (foster parents) is discussed. The report examines Proselytism with reference to some Protestant institutions (orphanages, schools, etc.) The report intermingles Protestant indoctrination and the benefits of a Catholic education. The report discusses the work of St. Brigid's schools of the Holy Faith, and notes they are not under the control of the state or aided by government. It provides details for why the organisation disagrees with secular education. It offers an extract from the work of Saint Vincent of Lérins. Several speeches and resolutions from the annual meeting are printed in the report. It describes support and donations for the cause, noting the support of the clergy and guild associations. A list of benefactors and donations to St. Brigid’s Orphanage and Holy Faith Schools is listed (including clergymen and guild associations). In the appendix is a letter of solicitation for support, donations, and subscriptions. Also, in the appendix is an extract of a pamphlet published by his Lordship the Bishop of Southwark and kindly presented to St. Brigid’s Orphanage, titled ‘Practical Direction and Suggestions as to Appointed Testamentary Guardian.’
Eleventh Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1867)
Date
1867
Creator
St. Brigid's Orphanage
Description
Eleventh Annual Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1867) (presented at Annual Meeting, 11 Dec 1867). It is submitted by the ‘Managers’ of St. Brigid’s Orphanage. The report provides an overview of the reasons (due to the famine and poverty) for the development of the Ladies’ Association of Charity, and St. Brigid’s Orphanage. The report examines Proselytism with reference to some Protestant institutions (orphanages, schools, etc.). It details the number of orphans; reunification of orphans with parents; orphan adoptions; orphan apprenticeships; the schooling of orphans; and the rearing of orphans. Examples of orphan circumstances are depicted. The benefits of the boarding-out (foster care) system is discussed. The success of the St. Brigid schools is described; and also noted as being under the umbrella of the Sisterhood of the Holy Faith. Schools are administered without government aid. The Meeting of St. Bridget’s Orphanage is documented, with detailed speeches and resolutions. The report intermingles Protestant indoctrination and the benefits of a Catholic education. Several speeches and resolutions from the annual meeting are printed in the report. A list of benefactors and donations to St. Brigid’s Orphanage is listed (including clergymen and guild associations). In the appendix is a letter of solicitation for support, donations, and subscriptions. Also, in the appendix is an extract of a pamphlet published by his Lordship the Bishop of Southwark and is presented to St. Brigid’s Orphanage, titled ‘Practical Direction and Suggestions as to Appointed Testamentary Guardian.’
Subject
St. Brigid's Orphanage
46 Eccles Street, Dublin, Ireland
Glasnevin, Dublin, Ireland
Orphan statistics
Boarding-out system
Education
Holy Faith schools
Sisters of the Holy Faith
Proselytism
Finance
Benefactors
Speeches & Resolutions
Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul
Aylward, Margaret (1810-1889)
Source
Single booklet: Eleventh Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1867)
Tenth Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1866)
Date
1866
Creator
St. Brigid's Orphanage
Description
Tenth Annual Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1866) (presented at Annual Meeting, 17 December 1866). It is submitted by the ‘Managers’ of St. Brigid’s Orphanage. It details the number of orphans; reunification of orphans with parents; orphan adoptions; orphan mortalities; orphan apprenticeships; the schooling of orphans; and the rearing of orphans. Protocol for religious instruction and education in general is detailed. The boarding-out (foster care) system is described; and the benefits of the boarding-out system and characteristics of (foster parents) are documented. The report discusses the success of St. Brigid's schools, and note that there are six schools in operation. The report examines Proselytism with reference to some Protestant institutions (orphanages, schools, etc.) The report intermingles Protestant indoctrination and the benefits of a Catholic education. The reports describe the support and donations for the cause, noting the support of clergymen and several guild associations. Several speeches and resolutions from the annual meeting are printed in the report. A list of benefactors and donations to St. Brigid’s Orphanage is listed (including clergymen and guild associations). In the appendix is a letter of solicitation for support, donations, and subscriptions.
Ninth Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1965)
Date
1865
Creator
St. Brigid's Orphanage
Description
Ninth Annual Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1865) (presented at Annual Meeting, 16 December 1865). It is submitted by the ‘Directors’ of St. Brigid’s Orphanage. It details the number of orphans; reunification of orphans with parents; orphan adoptions; orphan apprenticeships; the schooling of orphans; and the rearing of orphans. Examples of orphan circumstances are depicted, alongside parent testimonies. It describes support and donations for the cause; noting the support of clergymen and several guild associations. The boarding-out (foster care) system is described; and salaries paid to nurses (foster parents) is discussed. Protocols for religious instruction and education in general is detailed. The report discusses the addition of another two schools as part of their operations. The report intermingles Protestant indoctrination and the benefits of a Catholic education. Several speeches and resolutions from the annual meeting are printed in the report. 1 page is donated to the purchase the Glasnevin complex, architecture, function, and surrounds. A list of benefactors and donations to St. Brigid’s Orphanage is listed (including clergymen and guild associations). In the appendix is a letter of solicitation for support, donations and subscriptions. Also, in the appendix is an extract of a pamphlet published by his Lordship the Bishop of Southwark and kindly presented to St. Brigid’s Orphanage, titled ‘Practical Direction and Suggestions as to Appointed Testamentary Guardian.’
Eighth Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1864)
Date
1864
Creator
St. Brigid's Orphanage
Description
Eighth Annual Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1864) (presented at Annual Meeting, 16 November 1864). It is submitted by the ‘Managers’ of St. Brigid’s Orphanage. The report details the number of orphans; reunification of orphans with parents; orphan adoptions; schooling of orphans; and the rearing of orphans. Examples of orphan circumstances are depicted. It describes support and donations for the cause; noting the support of clergymen and several guild associations. The boarding-out (foster care) system is described; and premiums paid to nurses (foster parents) is discussed. Protocols for religious instruction and education in general is detailed. The report examines Proselytism with reference to some Protestant institutions (orphanages, schools, etc.) under the heading of ‘Present State of Proselytism’. The report discusses the success of the St. Brigid’s schools. The report details how St. Brigid’s Orphanage goes without paid collectors and salaried staff. Several speeches and resolutions from the annual meeting are printed in the report. A list of benefactors and donations to St. Brigid’s Orphanage is listed (including clergymen and guild associations). In the appendix is a letter of solicitation for support, donations and subscriptions. Also, in the appendix is a document titled ‘Children under the Care of the General Orphan Fund’ and details the name, age, address, and parents’ status (occupation, death, illness, etc) of children living in Protestant-run facilities.
Seventh Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1863)
Date
1863
Creator
St. Brigid's Orphanage
Description
Seventh Annual Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1863) (presented at Annual Meeting, 28 October 1863). The report details the number of orphans; reunification of orphans with parents; orphan adoptions; schooling of orphans; and the rearing of orphans. Examples of orphan circumstances are depicted. It describes support and donations for the cause; noting the support of clergymen and several guild associations. The boarding-out (foster care) system is described; and premiums paid to nurses (foster parents) is discussed. Protocols for religious instruction and education in general is detailed. The report examines Proselytism with reference to some Protestant institutions (orphanages, schools, etc.). Deemed the largest orphanage in Ireland, the report details how St. Brigid’s Orphanage goes without paid collectors and salaried school staff. The report discusses the success of the school at Crowe Street, and notes the addition of two more schools. Under the heading ‘Future Prospects’ the report intermingles Protestant indoctrination and the benefits of a Catholic education. Several speeches and resolutions from the annual meeting are printed in the report. A list of benefactors and donations to St. Brigid’s Orphanage is listed (including clergymen and guild associations). In the appendix is a letter of solicitation for support, donations and subscriptions. Also, in the appendix is an extract of a pamphlet published by his Lordship the Bishop of Southwark and kindly presented to St. Brigid’s Orphanage, titled ‘Practical Direction and Suggestions as to Appointed Testamentary Guardian.’
Sixth Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1862)
Date
1862
Creator
Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul; St. Brigid's Orphanage
Description
Sixth Annual Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1862) - in association with the Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul (presented at Annual Meeting, 27 November 1862). The report opens with a reprinted letter from the Lord Archbishop of Dublin, Paul Cullen, addressed to Margaret Aylward remarking on their great work of the Ladies’ Association of Charity and St. Brigid’s Orphanage. The report details the number of orphans; reunification of orphans with parents; orphan adoptions; orphan apprenticeships; the schooling of orphans; and the rearing of orphans. Examples of orphan circumstances are depicted, alongside parent testimonies. It describes support and donations for the cause; noting the support of clergymen and several guild associations. The boarding-out (foster care) system is described; and premiums paid to nurses (foster parents) is discussed. Protocols for religious instruction and education in general is detailed. The need for Catholic schools is emphasised; and discusses the foundation of St. Brigid Schools. It notes indulgences granted by Pope Pius IX. The report examines Proselytism with mention of some Protestant institutions (orphanages, schools, etc.), under the heading of ‘Danger to Faith.’ Several speeches and resolutions from the annual meeting are printed in the report. A list of benefactors and donations to St. Brigid’s Orphanage is listed (including clergymen and guild associations). In the appendix is a letter of solicitation for support, donations and subscriptions.
Subject
St. Brigid's Orphanage
46 Eccles Street, Dublin, Ireland
Orphan statistics
Boarding-out system
Nurses (foster parents)
Education
St. Brigid's schools
Proselytism
Protestant institutions
Finance
Benefactors
Speeches & Resolutions
Correspondence
Cullen, Paul (1803-1878)
Pope Pius IX (1792-1878)
Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul
Fourth Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1860)
Date
1861-01
Creator
Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul; St. Brigid's Orphanage
Description
Fourth Annual Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1860) - in association with the Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul (presented at Annual Meeting, 16 January 1861). The report was presented in the absence of Margaret Aylward who, since November 1860, was serving a prison sentence for contempt of court. This report documents the rationales for the acceptance of children, regardless of money or health with an emphasis on those ‘in danger of a loss of faith’. Examples of orphan circumstances are depicted, alongside parent testimonies. It documents the organisation of St. Brigid's Orphanage; support and donations for the cause; and guild associations. It provides examples of letters from donors. The boarding-out (foster care) system is described; and premiums paid to nurses (foster parents) is discussed with explanations of how the payment system works. It details the number of orphans; the schooling of orphans; and the rearing of orphans. The report examines Proselytism under the heading of ‘War against the Faith of Catholic Orphans’. Speeches and resolutions are provided. They include a speech by the Lord Archbishop of Dublin, Paul Cullen; and a resolution proposed by Rev. Cannon Roche, pertaining to defraying expenses relating to Margaret Aylward’s imprisonment. A list of benefactors and donations to St. Brigid’s Orphanage is listed (including clergymen and guild associations). In the appendix is a letter of solicitation for support, donations and subscriptions. Additionally, in the appendix is a document titled ‘Statistics of Proselytism: Perils of the Faith of Catholic Orphans’ and provides an account of Protestant institutions (orphanages, schools, etc.) Also, in the appendix is a reprint of a letter from 1859 by the Lord Archbishop of Dublin, Paul Cullen, addressed to the Ladies Association of Charity; and a statement by Dr Cullen, pertaining to the work of the Ladies, which was presented to Pope Pius IX.
Subject
St. Brigid's Orphanage
46 Eccles Street, Dublin, Ireland
Orphan statistics
Boarding-out system
Nurses (foster parents)
Education
Proselytism
Finance
Benefactors
Protestant institutions
Speeches & Resolutions
Correspondence
Cullen, Paul (1803-1878)
Grangegorman Prison
Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul
Third Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1859)
Date
1859
Creator
Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul; St. Brigid's Orphanage
Description
Third Annual Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1858) - in association with the Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul (presented at Annual Meeting, 13 December 1859). The report documents the organisation of St. Brigid's Orphanage, provisions, donations, and guild associations. It details the number of orphans; the schooling of orphans. Examples of orphan circumstances are depicted. The boarding-out system (foster care); and premiums paid to nurses (foster parents) is discussed with explanations of how the payment system works. The report examines Protestant institutions (orphanages, schools, etc.), including the Protestant Orphan Society, under the heading of ‘Perils of the Faith of Catholic Orphans.’ Included in the report is a letter from the Lord Archbishop of Dublin, Paul Cullen, addressed to the Ladies of the Association of Charity; and a statement by Dr Cullen, pertaining to the work of the Ladies, which was presented to Pope Pius IX. The Meeting of St. Bridget’s Orphanage is documented, with detailed resolutions and a sermon by the Lord Archbishop of Dublin, Paul Cullen. A list of benefactors and donations to St. Brigid’s Orphanage is listed (including clergymen and guild associations). In the Appendix is a letter of solicitation for support, donations and subscriptions. This report was also included as part of the Eighth Annual Report of the Ladies’ Association of Charity (1859).
Subject
St. Brigid's Orphanage
46 Eccles Street, Dublin, Ireland
Orphan statistics
Boarding-out system
Nurses (foster parents)
Education
Proselytism
Finance
Benefactors
Protestant institutions
Correspondence
Cullen, Paul (1803-1878)
Pope Pius IX (1792-1878)
Speeches & Resolutions
Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul
Second Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1858)
Date
1858
Creator
Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul; St. Brigid's Orphanage
Description
Second Annual Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1858) - in association with the Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul (presented at Annual Meeting, 18 November 1859). The report documents the origins of St. Brigid’s Orphanage and its organisation. It describes support and donations for the cause; noting the support of clergymen and several guild associations. It provides examples of cases of Proselytism amongst 'Catholic Orphans'; and examples of children being saved from ‘heresy’. It includes a poem titled 'St. Bridget's Orphan'. Examples of orphan circumstances are depicted. It details the number of orphans; the schooling of orphans; the boarding-out (foster care) system and premiums paid to nurses (foster parents). The operations of the Protestant Orphan Society are articulated. Several resolutions were printed in the Freeman's Journal and are reprinted in this report. A list of benefactors and donations to St. Brigid’s Orphanage is listed (including clergymen and guild associations). This report was also included as part of the Seventh Annual Report of the Ladies’ Association of Charity (1858).
Subject
St. Brigid's Orphanage
46 Eccles Street, Dublin, Ireland
Orphan statistics
Boarding-out system
Nurses (foster parents)
Education
Proselytism
Finance
Benefactors
Protestant institutions
Speeches & Resolutions
Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul
Sisters of the Holy Faith Congregational Archives, Aylward House, Holy Faith Convent, Glasnevin, Dublin 11
Extent and medium
1 report, 26 pages
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The eight report of the Ladies’ Association of Charity also includes the third annual report of St. Bridget’s Orphanage, 1860 (usually spelled Brigid’s). This third annual report documents the organisation of St. Brigid's orphanage, provisions, donations, and guild associations. It details the number of orphans; the schooling of orphans; the boarding-out (foster care) system and premiums paid to nurses (foster parents). Examples of orphan circumstances are depicted. The report examines Protestant institutions (orphanages, schools, etc.) under the heading of ‘Perils of the Faith of Catholic Orphans.’ Included in the report is a letter from the Lord Archbishop of Dublin, Paul Cullen, addressed to the Ladies of the Association of Charity; and a statement by Dr Cullen, pertaining to the work of the Ladies, which was presented to Pope Pius IX. The Meeting of St. Bridget’s Orphanage is documented, with detailed resolutions and a sermon by the Lord Archbishop of Dublin, Paul Cullen. A list of benefactors and donations to St. Brigid’s Orphanage are listed.
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Dublin Core
Title
Eighth Annual Report of the Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul (1859)
Date
1859
Creator
Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul
Description
Eighth annual report of the Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul attached to the Metropolitan Parish of Dublin and instituted for the Spiritual and Temporal Relief of the Sick Poor (presented at Annual Meeting, 13 December 1859). The report describes statistics regarding membership numbers, donations, and visitations to the Sick Poor. Several case studies or testimonies are provided, detailing visitations of the Sick Poor. The report includes a financial statement of donations, subscriptions and expenditure of the association, and lists benefactors. In the Appendix is a letter of solicitation for support, financial contributions, and membership.
The eight report of the Ladies’ Association of Charity also includes the third annual report of St. Bridget’s Orphanage, 1860 (usually spelled Brigid’s). This third annual report documents the organisation of St. Brigid's orphanage, provisions, donations, and guild associations. It details the number of orphans; the schooling of orphans; the boarding-out (foster care) system and premiums paid to nurses (foster parents). Examples of orphan circumstances are depicted. The report examines Protestant institutions (orphanages, schools, etc.) under the heading of ‘Perils of the Faith of Catholic Orphans.’ Included in the report is a letter from the Lord Archbishop of Dublin, Paul Cullen, addressed to the Ladies of the Association of Charity; and a statement by Dr Cullen, pertaining to the work of the Ladies, which was presented to Pope Pius IX. The Meeting of St. Bridget’s Orphanage is documented, with detailed resolutions and a sermon by the Lord Archbishop of Dublin, Paul Cullen. A list of benefactors and donations to St. Brigid’s Orphanage are listed.
Subject
Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul