OurMission
Celebrate Life and Serve with Joy
At Franciscan Ministries, our mission, Celebrate Life and Serve With Joy, defines how we make decisions, how we care and how we lead. To celebrate life means honoring the dignity and value of every person. To serve with joy means approaching our work with generosity, respect, steady compassion, and genuine smiles.
This mission is not just aspirational. It is a daily practice that makes us who we are; you can see it in every Franciscan community, in our leadership and in every interaction.
The Spirit that Moves Us Forward
Our Values
Our values reflect the spirit of the Franciscan charism and guide our daily work:
Respect
Reflect God in all we do.
Dedication
Passionately carry forward the ministry entrusted to us.
Stewardship
Responsibly use the gifts and resources placed in our care.
Joy
Give from the heart.
These values are the foundation of our ministry and the lived experience of our communities. It shapes how we serve, how we lead and how we care for one another each day. They are reflected in moments and decisions both big and small, and in every act of service we perform.
Faith Informs Our Service, Compassion Makes it Felt
Our Foundation
As a ministry sponsored by the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago, our work is grounded in a long tradition of faith-filled service.
We believe every person is deserving of dignity, respect, compassion and belonging. Whether through senior living, community-based services or charitable outreach, our goal is to continually make a difference that can be felt in people’s lives and in the world around us.
Making Everyday Experiences Truly Matter
Living Joyfully
Living Joyfully is the simplest description of what we believe. It influences how associates care for residents, how leaders support their teams and how our communities foster connection and encourage engagement. It’s a statement of understanding that the experience of being known – of having something, and someone, to look forward to each day – matters just as much as any measurable outcome.
For us, the mission is reflected in everyday interactions, steady presence, thoughtful care and relationships built over time.
Serving Beyond Ourselves
Our Commitment
Our mission moves outward. It lives in the love we offer families, the assistance provided during financial hardship and the educational opportunities extended to young women pursuing brighter futures. It lives in every effort to protect, uplift and strengthen those entrusted to our care.
Serving with joy means showing up, especially when it matters most.
See the Mission in Action
We invite you to explore our communities, learn more about our services or connect with our team to see how Franciscan Ministries continues to celebrate life and serve with joy.
