Background
She was born in Ireland, where she joined the Brigidine Sisters as a novice in 1873.
She was born in Ireland, where she joined the Brigidine Sisters as a novice in 1873.
In 1898, she was part of a group of nuns invited to establish the Brigidine order in Masterton, New Zealand. She helped establish Street Bride"s Convent at Masterton. Banahan served as superior in several convents until her death in 1932.