Eighteenth Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1874)
Society of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Queen of Charity
Eighteenth Annual Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1874). It is submitted by the ‘Managers’ of St. Brigid’s Orphanage and the Schools of the Holy Faith. It notes the purpose of the orphanage and schools is ‘to protect the faith of Catholic orphans and destitute children’. 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 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. The report intermingles Protestant indoctrination and the benefits of a Catholic education. It makes note of emigration of the Irish and warns against Proselytism. 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.’
Sisters of the Holy Faith; St. Brigid's Orphanage
William Powell (10 Essex Bridge, Dublin)
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Eighth Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1864)
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.
Eighth Annual Report of the Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul (1859)
Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul
6 Middle Gardiner Street, Dublin, Ireland
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.
Third Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1859)
Eleventh Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1867)
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.’
Single booklet: Eleventh Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1867)
Eleventh Annual Report of the Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul (1862)
Eleventh 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, 27 November 1862). The report describes statistics regarding membership numbers, donations, and visitations to the Sick Poor. Several case studies or testimonies are provided in detailing visitation of the Sick Poor. This report contains less informational details than earlier reports. 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.
Fifteenth Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1871)
Fifteenth Annual Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1871). 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; orphan apprenticeships; the schooling of orphans; and the rearing of orphans. Examples of orphan circumstances are depicted, alongside parent testimonies. Several letters from parents are addressed to Margaret Aylward. The boarding-out (foster care) system and premiums paid to nurses (foster parents) is discussed. Protocol for religious instruction and education in general is detailed. The report discusses the work of the Holy Faith schools and notes ten schools in operation, with thirty-seven Holy Faith members. It also notes the occupation of a house in Clarendon Street as a school and residence for the Sisters of Holy Faith. It reiterates their objections to accepting state funding and in maintaining their position of providing schools for Catholic children only. It also discusses plans to establish village schools in county parishes. 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.’
Sister of the Holy Faith; St. Brigid's Orphanage
Fifth Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1861)
Fifth Annual Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1861) - in association with the Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul (presented at Annual Meeting, 20 November 1861). The report opens with reprinted letters from the Lord Archbishop of Dublin, Paul Cullen, addressed to the Ladies’ Association of Charity remarking on their great work; and a letter from the Archbishop of Armagh, Joseph Dixon to Margaret Aylward with a blessing from Pope Pius IX. It notes the appointment of a Rev. Father John Gowan as Director. The report announces the establishment of St. Brigid’s Orphanage as an Association and provides an account of the ‘Rules and Privileges of St. Brigid’s Association’. The report addresses the needs for establishing a ‘poor school’ to counteract the attendance of Catholic children in Protestant schools. It notes the establishment of a school room; and documents the aims of the school. It details the number of orphans; the schooling of orphans; and the rearing of orphans. Examples of orphan circumstances are depicted. The boarding-out (foster care) system is described; and premiums paid to nurses (foster parents) is discussed. The report details support and donations for the cause. Proselytism is briefly mentioned. 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.
Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul; St. Brigid's Orphanage
Fifth Annual Report of the Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul (1856)
Fifth 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, 1856). 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 also illustrates case histories and testimonies of aid workers and conditions in Dublin City. Attendance of ‘proselytising day-schools’ is detailed. The report discusses the work of the Ladies’ of Charity in Paris, France. The Council Management is listed. 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.
Fiftieth Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1906)
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.’
John F. Fowler (3 Crow Street and 24 Temple Lane, Dublin)
First Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1857)
First Annual Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1857) - in association with the Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul. The report includes an introduction to the development and operations of St. Bridget’s Orphanage (also spelled Brigid) as ‘an accessory work' undertook during 1857 by the Ladies’ Association of Charity. Initially, this introduction was part of the Sixth Annual Report of the Ladies’ Association of Charity (1857). A notice of this is printed on page 1 of this report: ‘This Report was originally a portion of the Sixth Annual Report of the Ladies’ Association of Charity, Metropolitan Parish, for the year 1857 but as St. Brigid’s Orphanage has attained since that time such a large development, it is considered expedient to reprint this Report separately.’ The report notes that the first meeting for St. Brigid’s Orphanage was held on 16 January 1857, at 6 Middle Gardiner Street, Dublin. The report provides statistics for the number of orphans and describes the concept of a boarding-out system (foster care), involving 'nurses' (foster parents) living in the countryside. The boarding-out system would become the main system of operation for the orphanage. The report describes the work of the Protestant Orphan Society. It also notes the passing of a resolution requesting the establishment of a large orphanage. A list of benefactors and donations to St. Brigid’s Orphanage is listed (including clergymen and guild associations). In the appendix is a form of bequest to St. Brigid’s Orphanage.
Sixth Annual Report of the Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul (1857)
First Annual Report of the Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul (1852)
First 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, June 1852). This report includes an account of the origins and progress of the association in its first year, denoting its origins to St. Vincent de Paul. It describes the introduction of the association of St. Vincent de Paul into Ireland, and the introduction of the Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul to the Dublin Metropolis. It notes that the first (preliminary) meeting of Ladies was held on 06 June 1851 in the Church of St. Francis Xavier, Dublin; and the first meeting to elect office-bearers was held on 24 June 1851. The report describes the objectives of the association; the forms of management and membership (honorary & active); the spirit of the association; and the financial resources of the association. It describes statistics regarding membership numbers, donations, visitations to the Sick Poor and attendance of the dying. Several case studies or testimonies are provided, detailing visitations of the Sick Poor. The means for improving the spirit of the association is discussed, and other accessory or accidental works of the association such as monitoring the ‘efforts of Proselytism’; and attendance of Catholic children to Protestant schools. The report is signed by John Curtis, S.J. (President). The report includes a financial statement of donations, subscriptions and expenditure of the association, and lists benefactors. The Appendices provide a public address by the association to the Lord Archbishop of Dublin, Paul Cullen, and a reply by his Grace, Dr Paul Cullen, to the Ladies of the Association of Charity. In the appendix is a letter of solicitation for support, financial contributions, and membership.
William Powell (68 Thomas Street, Dublin)
Fortieth Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1896)
Fortieth Annual Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1896). It is submitted by the Sisters of the Holy Faith. The report opens with a historical overview of Margaret Aylward's arrival in Dublin and how she established a branch of the Ladies’ Association of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul for Relief to the Sick Poor. It also features her establishment of St. Brigid’s Orphanage and the Sisters of the Holy Faith Congregation. Aylward’s opinion that ‘corrupt Proselytism was pushed among the very poor Catholic families’ is stated, as are her concerns that poor Catholic children were admitted to Protestant institutions. Some notation is given to the names of females involved in the Ladies’ Association of Charity. The activities of Mrs. Scully, who secretly gathered information on Protestant institutions, is recognised. Particular warning is provided by Aylward and Scully as to who was attending Protestant day schools. This is accomplished by detailing ‘names and addresses of the children as they were leaving school’. It discusses why Saint Brigid was adopted as the saintly appellation for the orphanage. It notes how Aylward was initially refused permission to set up the orphanage by the Archbishop, Dr. Paul Cullen and his initial reticence but subsequent approval. The report mentions Ada Allingham, Aylward’s long-time assistant and her consequential involvement with the Ladies’ Association of Charity, St. Brigid’s Orphanage, and the Sisters of the Holy Faith. It details the rationale for developing a boarding-out (foster care) system in Ireland and mechanism used in providing payment for nurses (foster parents). The reasons for Margaret Aylward’s imprisonment in 1860 and the support she received from Dr Cullen, is specified. The report details many of the benefactors of the orphanage, naming prominent clergymen, and professionals. It notes that ‘during the early years Margaret Aylward made many excursions for the purpose of collecting funds, to various districts in Ireland and to France. Her success was trifling, if estimated by the amounts of cash received, but it was remarkable that those who promised subscriptions to the amount of one pound’. It mentions the support of Archbishop Kirby, and Archbishop Cullen for their efforts in attaining indulgences from Pope Pius IX and Pope Leo XIII for people who supported and donated to St. Brigid’s Orphanage and the Sisters of the Holy Faith. A reprint of the letter to Miss Aylward from Tobias Kirby (Archbishop of Ephesus) in the Irish College (Rome) dated 02 November 1889, is displayed. The report praises the continued work of Miss Aylward, despite her ill-health. It suggests that the decline of the Ladies’ of Charity was due to death or illness of benefactors. Therefore, there was a need to establish a religious order in order to manage the affairs of the orphanage and schools. The report details the origins of 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. It notes that admissions were for children at most 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. Acknowledgement of the guild associations and Mr. Steiner for their work in collecting donations, is observed. The report then discusses the death of Rev. Father John Gowan in January 1897. It notes he had been working on the annual report prior to his death. It provides a Eulogy, with a report on his funeral and burial at Holy Faith Cemetery in Glasnevin. It offers an overview of Fr Gowan’s involvement, with St. Brigid’s Orphanage and the Holy Faith schools, and notes that Fr Gowan was ‘practically the founder of the Sisterhood of the Faith’. The report discusses the work of the Holy Faith schools and that they were not in receipt of state aid. It notes its mission as the withdrawal of ‘children of the poor from proselytizing day-schools, where their faith was undermined’; and ‘to impart to the poor children a thoroughly Catholic education free from Government control, and subject in all things to the Pastors of the Church’. It provides statistics on attendance and of children who completed First Communion, and Confirmation. It notes the appointment of Rev. John Maher, of St. Peter’s Church in Phibsboro, as the new director of ‘St. Brigid’s Works.’ 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.’ A final appendix provides an account of the life and work of Fr Gowan written by Francis MacEnerney.
William Powell (22 Parliament Street, Dublin)
Forty-Eighth Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1904)
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.’
Forty-Fifth Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1901)
Forty-Fifth Annual Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1902). 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. It notes that admissions were mostly for children in danger of losing their Catholic Faith. 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. It notes that ‘Brigid’s Orphanage is not merely in name but in reality a home orphanage...inseparable from the good Irish Catholic country home'. The report discusses the work of the Holy Faith schools. It notes the work of Margaret Aylward and Fr John Gowan in establishing the 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). 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.’
Forty-First Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1897)
Forty-First Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1897). It is submitted by the Sisters of the Holy Faith. The report mentions the death of Fr Gowan as reported the previous year, and notes: ‘with the deepest regret, the great loss met with in January of last year by the death of the Father, and (conjointly with Margaret Aylward) the Founder under God of all our Works’. 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. It notes that admissions were mostly for children in danger of losing their 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 notes that admissions were for children at most danger of losing their Catholic Faith. It describes the support of clergymen, guild associations and Mr. Steiner and notes the deaths of several benefactors. A request for volunteers and members to join the guilds is noted. The report discusses the work of the Holy Faith schools, all of which 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 who are presently in attendance at Holy Faith schools but had previously attended Protestant schools. It notes the founding of a Convent and three schools in Kilcoole, Co. Wicklow: ‘one for boys, one for girls, and a private day school’. It features the benefits of a Catholic education over a secular education. 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.’
Forty-Fourth Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1900)
Forty-Fourth Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1901). It is submitted by the Sisters of the Holy Faith. The report describes that the orphanage was founded ‘to save Catholic Orphans and Catholic destitute children from the greatest misfortune that could befall them, loss of 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. It notes that admissions were mostly for children in danger of losing their Catholic Faith. 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 notes the work of Margaret Aylward and Fr John Gowan in establishing the schools. Acknowledgement is given to the Discalced Carmelite Fathers and the ‘gentlemen of the Confraternity’ who donated its Clarendon Street Concert Hall to the Holy Faith Sisters during school renovations. 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. It specifies female training in that they 'get a special course of training in all kinds of housework at our convents on Saturdays'. It details the benefits of a Catholic education over a secular education. It notes the work of the lending library. 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.’
Forty-Ninth Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1905)
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.’
Forty-Second Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1898)
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.
Forty-Seventh Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1903)
Forty-Seventh Annual Report of St. Brigid’s Orphanage (1904). 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. It notes that admissions were mostly for children in danger of losing their Catholic Faith. 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. Proselytism and Protestant institutions are mentioned. 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 pays tribute to the work of Margaret Aylward and Fr John Gowan. It explains how Holy Faith Schools are not in receipt of state aid. It details the opening of a new day school in Greystones Co. Wicklow. 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). Several sermons reprinted, including one titled ‘Country Living’ by Fr Alphonsus Kelly O.D.C to aid St. Brigid’s Orphanage where he mentions 'the sisters placed the children in the quiet farmhouses of the country’ and it is reprinted in the Irish Catholic. 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.’
Forty-Sixth Annual Report of St. Brigid's Orphanage (1902)
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.’