The Library’s Missions Collection has been broadened by recent acquisitions in Catholic missions focusing on the missionary efforts of various religious orders. The strength of the collection lies in its sizeable nineteenth century interests, periodicals relating to world-wide Christianity, and the work of women in missions.
In addition, the collection also supports research in the modern Ecumenical Movement, represented by documents of the World Council of Churches.
Click on the pages at left to explore some of the unique collections acquired by the School of Theology Library, beginning with the institution’s founding in 1839 to the present day. These collections include many rare and not-widely owned or accessible materials.
Special Collections are located in our closed-stack archival area and are in-library use only. Permission to access any item in the Special Collections may be obtained from library staff during regular hours.
For questions or access, please use our “Ask The Archivist” form .