They Might Be Saints - Mother Mary Theresa Dudzik
An EWTN Documentary Available on DVD!
The Franciscan Sisters of Chicago are proud to present the They Might Be Saints documentary on foundress Mother Mary Theresa Dudzik's life that aired on EWTN. Produced by Michael O'Neill from the radio show The Miracle Hunter, this program presents interviews and actor reenactments about her life. There are two versions: A 30 minute version and an extended 60 minute version. A DVD is also available to purchase.
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Lent 2025
Lent is a time of prayer and renewal and an opportunity to refocus relationships with God that lead us to the Easter Sunday celebration of our risen Christ. This year, Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, March 5, and continues through Holy Saturday, April 19, with Easter Sunday on April 20. We have provided a resource page with links to material, prayers and reflections to guide you through this Lenten season. We will continue our prayers for everyone this Lenten season.
FSC Associate Article
Women in the Bible – Part 2 - Presenter: Dawn Mayer
By Mary Mosser, FSC Associate
Women warriors played a significant part in protecting and defending their people. Three of the warriors we learned about were Deborah, Jael and Judith. For many years, Israel didn’t have a King. During this time, they had judges who were military commanders, spiritual leaders and guides in turbulent times. Deborah was a prophetess, and the only female judge mentioned in the Bible.
Chicago Catholic Features article on the 130th Anniversary of FSC
Chicago Catholic recently featured an article on the 130th Anniversary of the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago. Written by Chicago Catholic staff writer, Michelle Martin, the article examines the long history of the Sisters and all the ministries they served over the years. Here you may read it below. Thanks to Chicago Catholic for the wonderful article!
"I realized that it is safest to put all hope in God alone; therefore, in all difficulties, I went to Him for help."
- Venerable Mary Theresa Dudzik, Foundress of the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago