Collection: Irene H. Murphy papers, 1971-2000 | CTU Archives

Scope and Contents

These records include brochures, correspondence, pamphlets, reports, text books, and transparencies dealing with religious education for children, young adults, and laity. Besides the religious texts and programs for specific dioceses, there are numerous records dealing with regional religious education conferences, such as the Diocese of Eight, the East Coast Conference for Religious Education, and the National Conference of Catechetical Leadership.

Dates

1971 - 2000

Creator

Murphy, Irene H. (Collector, Person)

Language of Materials

English

Conditions Governing Access:

This collection is open for research.

Biographical / Historical

Irene H. Murphy was the vice-president and editor for Benziger Publications. Benziger was the publisher of the religious texts by Mary Michael O'Shaughnessy, Gerard Weber, and James Killgallon. She is recognized as one of the most significant catechists in the United States, and has been a consultant to dioceses in every state in the continental U.S.