The House Resolution commends the Sisters of the Holy Family of New Orleans, a Catholic religious order founded in 1842 by Henriette Delille, who was a free woman of color dedicated to serving marginalized communities. The Sisters were the first African American Catholics to serve as missionaries and have a rich history of providing education, healthcare, and social services, 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, where they continued their legacy of caring for orphans, the elderly, and impoverished individuals.

The resolution recognizes the Sisters of the Holy Family for their unwavering commitment to community service and their significant contributions to the city of New Orleans, the state of Louisiana, and beyond. It expresses enduring appreciation for their ongoing educational, healthcare, and social outreach ministries, highlighting their role as pioneers in the African American Catholic community and their lasting impact on society.