On June 21, 2025, we will celebrate 6 Jubilarians! We are grateful to rejoice with these Sisters & Covenant Companions, honoring their commitment to living Gospel values.
Event Information:
Date: Sat, June 21, 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m. CT
Where: We welcome you to attend our livestream of the 2025 Jubilee Celebration.
A bit about Jubilee:
In the tradition of the Catholic Church, the word “Jubilee” is used to designate an anniversary year. Jubilee is a historical term for a time of celebration or rejoicing. Each year we honor our Jubilarians celebrating 25th, 40th, 50th, 60th, 65th, 70th or 75th anniversaries. The Wheaton Franciscan community commemorates the anniversary of the Sisters’ entrance into religious life, as well as the anniversary of a Covenant Companion’s initial covenant.
Meet our 2025 Jubilarians
Leading up to our Jubilee Livestream on June 21st, we will share posts honoring the lives and gifts of these amazing people! We invite you to follow along on our social media pages and return here regularly in celebration and joy!
65 Years
Sr. Margaret Grempka
65 Years
Sr. Mary Ellen McAleese
60 Years
Sr. Jackie Drazen
60 Years
Sr. Patricia Norton
25 Years
Covenant Companion
Frank Bucaro
25 Years
Covenant Companion
Mary Ellen Durbin
Jubilarians Remembered In Eternal Rest
Do not be afraid any longer, little flock, for your Father is pleased to give you the kingdom. For where your treasure is, there also will your heart be.
Luke 4:32,34
Sisters
- Sister Jane Madejczyk – 65 Years
- Sister Mary Beth Glueckstein – 65 Years
- Sister Virginia Ruth Pendleton – 60 Years
- Helen Fiandaca, Covenant Companion – 25 Years