The Holy Rosary Sisters will visit the Dominican Sisters who nurtured the Order for ten years after its foundation
Discover details about our Centenary celebration from the Congregational Leader, Sr. Franca Onyibor MSHR
The Holy Mass @ Killeshandra- the first home of our Religious Order, and launching of the "Centenary Poster"
The official closing of the Centenary Year with a Mass of "Thanksgiving"
The Holy Rosary Sisters
Celebrating a Century of MSHR in Brazil, Cameroon, Ethiopia, England, Ghana, Ireland, Kenya, Liberia, Mexico, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, South Africa, USA, and Zambia
Pray with us as we commemorate the Centenary Anniversary of our Religious Order, a testament to our enduring legacy and unwavering values.
Theme
The Beginnings
A Century of Legacy
The Centenary celebration of the Missionary Sisters of the Holy Rosary has great significance for the Congregation and the entire Church. With a legacy spanning a hundred years, the celebration commemorates not only a milestone in history but also the unwavering commitment, dedication, and spiritual service of the Holy Rosary Sisters.
Throughout the years, we have demonstrated principles of virtue, selflessness, and compassion, inspiring and empowering countless others especially the poor and vulnerable to lead lives of purpose and goodness. We use this opportunity to reflect upon and thank God for our profound impact on individuals, communities, and society at large.
Bishop Joesph Shanahan, to the pioneering members on Foundation Day 7 March, 1924:
“There are before you, as before all missionaries, sufferings, and trials. But remember that it is Christ who sweats in our sweat; who burns in our fever; who aches in our tired limbs; who continues His suffering in ours. You do not know the millions of souls that will be saved because you are here today- because you are beginning a new Sisterhood in Christ.”
Be a Missionary and make a difference in the world. Are you ready to answer the Call?
The Foundation
The Congregation of the Missionary Sisters of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary (MSHR), founded in 1924 by Bishop Joseph Shanahan began with seven women, three of whom had been lay missionaries at St. Joseph Girls’ School in Calabar, Nigeria. Bishop Shanahan wanted to empower women in Southern Nigeria so MSHR was established in Drumully House, near Killeshandra Co. Cavan, Ireland on March 7, 1924.
The seven women were mentored by the Dominican Sisters in Killeshandra, Dublin. Four Dominican Sisters- Mother Xavier O’Connor, Aquinas McSwiggan, Ursula Cullen, and Anastasia Hickey were assigned to guide the New Order in Cavan in February 1924.
The Dominican Sisters remained with the Holy Rosary Sisters for ten years until 1934. In the following decades, MSHR expanded rapidly both in membership and mission locations serving fifteen countries in Africa, the Americas, and Europe.
Inspiring
A Century of Mission
Explore the ongoing work of our Religious Order and the lives it continues to touch
Testimonials
Through our unwavering faith and selfless services, we have touched the lives of countless individuals and communities
We traveled to Ireland on a courtesy visit to the Holy Rosary Sisters who taught us. Thank you, sisters!
Thanks to Sister Mary for encouraging me and providing family education. You are the best.
Thank You for Your Request for a prayer, your Intention will be bought before God in prayer.