House Resolution No. ___, introduced by Representative Boyd, commends the Sisters of the Holy Family of New Orleans, recognized as the first African American Catholics to serve as missionaries. Founded in 1842 by Henriette Delille, a free woman of color, the order has a rich history of serving marginalized communities, including the establishment of St. Mary's Academy, the first Catholic high school for African American girls in New Orleans. Their missionary efforts extended to Belize from 1898 to 2008, and they have been instrumental in providing education, healthcare, and social services to orphans, the elderly, and impoverished individuals.

The resolution highlights the Sisters' significant contributions to the community, including their founding of a motherhouse that encompasses the Lafon Nursing Facility and Delille Manor Senior Citizens Home. It acknowledges their ongoing commitment to service and expresses appreciation for their enduring impact on the citizens of New Orleans and beyond. The House of Representatives aims to honor the Sisters of the Holy Family for their unwavering dedication and legacy of service.