[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 166 (Wednesday, October 11, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E947-E948]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




HONORING NORTHWEST INDIANA INDIAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION COMMUNITY SERVICE 
                AWARD RECIPIENT SISTER JANE MARIE KLEIN

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                          HON. FRANK J. MRVAN

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 11, 2023

  Mr. MRVAN. Mr. Speaker Pro Tempore, it is my distinct pleasure to 
recognize the Northwest Indiana Indian Medical Association. which will 
be hosting its 41st Annual Gala on Saturday, October 14, 2023, at the 
Halls of Saint George in Schererville, Indiana. This year, the 
organization will present the prestigious Community Service Award to 
Sister Jane Marie Klein.
  The Northwest Indiana Indian Medical Association was founded in 1983 
with the goal of bringing together physicians and healthcare providers 
of Indian descent to foster personal and professional development and 
relationships. The organization supports numerous charitable endeavors 
and outreach programs within the surrounding communities.
  For her lifetime of spiritual service and her unwavering commitment 
to the healthcare industry, Sister Jane Marie Klein is the recipient of 
the Community Service Award. As Chair of the Franciscan Alliance Board 
of Trustees, Sister Jane Marie has been an outstanding leader and an 
extraordinary asset to the spiritual and medical community throughout 
the region. During her tenure, Sister Jane Marie has held numerous 
positions and leadership roles within the Franciscan Alliance 
organization, including Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Michigan 
City's Saint Anthony Health and CEO of Saint Margaret Mercy Health in 
Hammond for the past ten years. Those who have worked with Sister Jane 
Marie can attest to her dedication to the organization's standard of 
excellence and consider her to be among the most significant people in 
Northern Indiana's medical communIty.
  In addition to serving as Chair of the Franciscan Alliance Board, 
Sister Jane Marie gives her time and efforts to additional boards at 
Franciscan Alliance. including the Central Indiana Division, Western 
Indiana Division. Northern Indiana Division. South Suburban Chicago 
Division, and the Franciscan Holding Company. She is also a member of 
the Sisters of St. Francis of Perpetual Adoration. For her remarkable 
contributions to the medical and spiritual fields throughout Indiana 
and the region, Sister Jane Marie is worthy of the highest praise.
  Mr. Speaker Pro Tempore, I ask that you and my other distinguished 
colleagues join me in congratulating the Northwest Indiana Indian 
Medical Association on its 41st anniversary. I would also like to 
commend Sister Jane Marie Klein. recipient of the Community Service 
Award, who has selflessly devoted so much of her time and efforts to 
improving the quality of life for the people of Northwest Indiana and 
beyond.

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