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ROOTED in the Gospel, UNITED in prayer and community,
WE SHARE Franciscan joy, AND SERVE generously.

-- Mission Statement of the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago

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In Loving Memory of
Sister M. Francine Labus
 

​Birth date:  November 30, 1936

Entered into Religious Life:  August 22, 1952

Born Into Eternal Life:  December 15, 2025

“He has tested them like gold in a furnace…they will shine out; as sparks run through the stubble.” (Wisdom 3:6-7)

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Crossroads Newsletter
Newsletter of the Franciscan Sisters
of Chicago,
Winter 2025 Issue 
Now Available!

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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Purchase The Chronicle by Venerable Mary Theresa Dudzik,
Foundress of the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago 

The Chronicle by Mother Mary Theresa Dudzik

FSC News Archive

Read past articles on the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago 

Our Lady of Victory Convent

Spiritual Enrollment
Enroll in the Mother Mary Theresa Dudzik Spiritual Enrollment

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Advent Prayer Resources
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The Franciscan Sisters of Chicago wish everyone a joyful and wonderful Advent and holiday season.  This year we offer links to various prayer resources for this holiday season.

Take a tour of
Sacred Heart Chapel in
Our Lady of Victory Convent

The entrance of Sacred Heart Chapel in Our Lady of Victory Convent, Lemont, Illinois

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"I spite of any adversity, I maintained my happy disposition
since I saw the Will of God in all life's events."

- Venerable Mary Theresa Dudzik, Foundress of the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago

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Franciscan Sisters
of Chicago
Our Lady of Victory Convent
11400 Theresa Drive, Lemont, IL 60439
Phone:  (630) 243-3600
 

Our Lady of Victory Convent, Lemont, Illinois
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