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Deep Faith. Courageous Spirit.
Action for Justice.

Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary are Catholic women drawn together in community and bound together in faith. Urged by the love of God, we respond to the pressing needs of our time as we pursue justice, peace and a sustainable way of life. Remaining faithful to our roots, we continue to educate and serve in a variety of ways.

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Spotlight

A Legacy of Compassion: Sister Carola Keffler’s 15-Year Commitment to God Works

On March 11, we celebrated Sister Carola’s unwavering dedication and heard her reflect on her 15 years of service

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2025 Lenten Journey

Journey with us through this Lenten season and let us walk together as Pilgrims of Hope!

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Catholic Sisters Week 2025

Catholic Sisters Week (CSW) is an annual celebration that takes place from March 8–14. We’re shining a spotlight on our sisters, highlighting their decades of dedication and the many ways they serve God’s people.

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ihmpact

Read the Winter 2025 edition of Ihmpact.

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OSP-IHM Border community update

How are the OSP-IHM sisters, associates and friends responding to the plight of migrants from our own backyard?

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Streaming Available

We welcome the public to join us for Liturgy at the Motherhouse Chapel.
Our Liturgies are also Livestreamed if you would like to watch from home.

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Upcoming Events

Saturday, March 15, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Thomas Merton and Pope Francis: An Ecological Conversation

Thomas Merton and Pope Francis: An Ecological Conversation Saturday, March 15, 9:30am-12:30pm Susann Rakoczy, IHM, PhD  Thomas Merton, renowned Trappist spiritual writer, had an intuitive grasp of the beauty of creation since he was a young child, as his mother attested. Creation images abound in his poetry. Merton died in 1968; Pope Francis became pope […]

Saturday, April 5, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musings Over Mugs

Musing over Mugs April 5, May 3, 10:00am-12:00noon Over a cup of coffee or tea, women explore the graces and challenges of their lives as seen through the eyes of faith. Marie Miller, IHM, is our facilitator. (Free Will Offering)     Registration Form Visitation Spirituality Center ▢ Entering into Holy Week (April 12) ▢ […]

Sunday, March 16, 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

A Chapel Concert

Featuring two Monroe High School Musical Groups: Monroe High School Generations of Sound Soloists from Monroe High School band, choir and orchestra programs. The concert is free and open to the public. A free-will offering will be collect for the benefit of the performers and the IHM Chapel Concert Series. IHM Motherhouse Chapel, 610 W. […]

Monday, March 10 - Friday, April 11, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Scott Gordon’s Photography

Experience a breathtaking collection of flowers, nature, and wildlife, all captured through Scott Gordon’s lens following his life-altering stroke in 2021. His creativity, passion, and precision come to life in every photograph. Each picture Scott chose for this exhibit tells a story of courage, tenacity, and perseverance. Witness the resilience, hope, and love that fuel […]

Wednesday, March 26 - Saturday, March 29, 10:00 am - 3:30 pm

Being Present to Christ

as Christ is Present to Us A Lenten Retreat Wednesday, March 26 – Saturday, March 29, 2025 Wednesday – Saturday | a.m. session 10 – 11:30 | p.m. session 2 – 3:30 Maxis Community Room – IHM Motherhouse 610 W Elm Avenue, Monroe, MI 48162 (Enter through the main doors facing Elm Avenue) Presenter: John […]

Saturday, April 5, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Musings over Mugs

Musings over Mugs April 5 Over a cup of coffee or tea women explore the graces and challenges of their lives as see through the eyes of faith Marie Miller, IHM is our facilitator (Free Will Offering)

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Featured Content

Saint Therese Senior Living

Formerly known as IHM Senior Living Community (IHM SLC), Saint Therese Living is the area’s only Life Plan Community.

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Employment

IHM Sisters, from time to time, will have full-time and part-time positions available for all interested parties. Applicants may send their resumes and cover letters for review. At IHM Sisters, hard work does not go unnoticed. We value the skills and professionalism of staff and appreciate all they do for us. We offer competitive wages […]

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Spirituality Centers

The IHM community has Spirituality Centers in Riverview and Bloomfield Hills Michigan. Each provides an atmosphere of respect to all persons who are engaged in the quest for God. A variety of programs are offered to assist in transformational learning and spiritual growth as well as retreat opportunities and spiritual direction,

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Publications

Published quarterly, highlighting news and events of the IHM Sisters as well as offering articles for reflection and contemplation. It is available by subscription or online.

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IHM Altar Bread Ministry

The IHM Sisters became a distributor of altar bread products in September 2017, when the Sisters of Mary Reparatrix transferred this long-time ministry to the IHMs. We felt honored to be asked to continue the Altar Bread Ministry and are grateful to the Sisters of Mary Reparatrix for entrusting this ministry to us.

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IHM Founders’ Day exhibits

The Archives staff assembled an engaging and impressive body of work that reflects the heritage of the IHM Community. Take a peek!

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Joining the Mission

We live the redeeming mission of Jesus in a variety of ways as sisters (vowed members) and as associates (men and women who make a non-vowed commitment to share in the life and ministry of the community).

IHM Sisters are in this together – with each other, and with you. We invite you to consider new ways to get involved. Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Monroe, Michigan, is a 501(c) (3) organization.

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