[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 193 (Thursday, December 15, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2269]
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 HONORING THELMA AND JOSEPH LaSALVIA FOR RECEIVING THE CHRISTE FIDELIS 
                                 AWARD

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                          HON. DANIEL LIPINSKI

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, December 15, 2011

  Mr. LIPINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor two of my 
constituents, Thelma and Joseph LaSalvia, for receiving the Christe 
Fidelis Award in recognition of their devotion to their faith and to 
St. Louis de Montfort Parish.
  On November 6, 2011, Cardinal Francis George of Chicago honored 
Thelma and Joseph LaSalvia with the Christe Fidelis Award at a prayer 
service celebrated at Holy Name Cathedral. Christe Fidelis, which 
translates to ``Loyalty to Christ,'' is awarded to Catholics throughout 
the Archdiocese who have demonstrated a high level of Christian service 
through various ministries in their respective parishes.
  Thelma and Joe LaSalvia are well deserving of this award. Over the 
years, they have been involved in the ministry of care to the sick, the 
capital campaign, and the church's contemporary choir. They also 
celebrate a weekly communion service at a local nursing home, volunteer 
on the church decorating committee, and serve as sacristans for their 
weekday liturgies. Through this aid they illustrate their dedication to 
the parish and to making a positive difference in the lives of many 
people in need.
  As a fellow Catholic, I am strengthened by their example of faithful 
living. Their help to those in need, to the sick, and to the elderly is 
remarkable. I applaud Thelma and Joe LaSalvia for their selfless 
dedication to others and wish them well as they continue their journey 
as faithful Catholics serving others.

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