IL HR0946

Congratulates the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago on their 130th anniversary in 2024.

Recognizes the order as the first religious congregation of women founded in Chicago, established in 1894 by Josephine Dudzik (Sister Mary Theresa) to minister to the poor.

Acknowledges the order's charitable work including opening St. Joseph Home for the Aged in 1898 (Chicago's first and oldest nursing home), St. Vincent's Orphan Asylum in 1899, and teaching in 44 grammar schools and 2 high schools across seven states.

Notes the creation of Franciscan Ministries to manage facilities and extend the order's charitable mission in health care, social services, pastoral care, and education.

Recognizes the establishment of senior living communities including Franciscan Village in Lemont (1989) and Marian Village in Homer Glen (1998).