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-- Mission Statement of the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago
Celebrating the Transfer of Congregational Leadership
On Wednesday, August 6, the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago celebrated the Historic Transfer of Congregational Leadership with a Mass in Sacred Heart Chapel in Our Lady of Victory Convent in Lemont. Sr. Joyce Shanabarger, OSF, was appointed Pontifical Commissary.
800th Anniversary of the Transitus of St. Francis
2026 is an important Franciscan Jubilee year as it marks the 800th anniversary of the Transitus (death) of St. Francis of Assisi, the famous Italian Catholic saint and friar who founded three Franciscan religious orders. Pope Leo XIV declared 2026 to be a Year of St. Francis with the theme centered on "Francis, man of peace, brother of all." The holy year or Jubilee began on January 10 of this year and will continue to January 10, 2027.
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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Catholic Conversations: Making a Saint - The Remarkable Life of Mother Theresa Dudzik
Sr. Jeanne Marie Toriskie 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.
"In 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