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A Major Announcement on OLV Cemetery
The Sisters begin cemetery move to Holy Sepulchure Cemetery in Alsip, Illinois.
As the congregation of the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago continue their journey, a major decision has been made on the future of Our Lady of Victory Cemetery that is on the campus of Our Lady of Victory convent. After a lengthy discussion with the Archdiocese of Chicago, the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago have made the decision to move all interred Sisters buried in this cemetery to Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Alsip, Illinois.
Catholic Conversations: Making a Saint - The Remarkable Life of Mother Theresa Dudzik (Interview on Catholic Spirit Radio)
Sr. Jeanne Marie Toriskie recently appeared on the Catholic Spirit Radio show, Catholic Conversations with host Stan Ketick. On the interview she discusses the life and cause for sainthood of Venerable Mother Mary Teresa Dudzik, Foundress of the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago. Click the button below to listen to this wonderful hour long interview.
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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"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