[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 162 (2016), Part 2]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 2339]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




 COMMEMORATING THE 125TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE SISTERS OF ST. FRANCIS OF 
             THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION OF PEORIA, ILLINOIS

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                           HON. DARIN LaHOOD

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 26, 2016

  Mr. LaHOOD. Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize the Sisters of St. 
Francis of the Immaculate Conception on the celebration of 125 years of 
service by making God's compassionate presence known throughout Central 
Illinois.
  Since 1891, the Sisters of St. Francis have dedicated their lives to 
serving the people of God through prayer, community activism, and 
striving to meet the needs of the Peoria and Springfield Diocese.
  By playing an active role within the Roman Catholic Church, these 
women have made great strides in promoting public awareness of their 
mission. Their ongoing efforts make a difference every day in the lives 
of the people in our community. Their commitment to help the lives of 
the poor, uneducated, and the hungry embodies the attributes of true 
servants of Christ.
  On February 2, 2016, the women of St. Francis celebrated 125 years 
encompassed in the spirit of charity, religion, and community. As a 
native of Peoria and practicing Catholic, I consider myself fortunate 
that our community has women devoted to spreading a ``Caring, Praying 
Presence'' and the love of God through compassion and service.




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