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Mass Times and ConfessionsTwo Parishes - THREE ChurchesSunday Mass Schedule
- Saturday: 8:00 AM English English EN - St. Giles (Morning Mass) 8:30 AM English English EN - Confessions - St. Giles 4:00 PM English English EN - Confessions - St. Edmund 4:30 PM English English EN - Vigil - St. Giles 5:00 PM English English EN - Vigil - St. Edmund
- Sunday: 8:00 AM English English EN - Ascension 8:00 AM English English EN - St. Giles 9:15 AM English English EN - St. Edmund 10:00 AM English English EN - Family Mass Community - St. Giles School Corrigan Gym - (1030 Linden Avenue) 10:30 AM English English EN - Ascension 10:30 AM English English EN - St. Giles 5:00 PM English English EN - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors at St. Edmund
Daily Mass Schedule- MonFri 6:30 AM English English EN - St. Giles
- Mon Fri 8:30 AM English English EN - St. Edmund
- TueThu 8:30 AM English English EN - Ascension 8:30 AM English English EN - St. Giles
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What We've Been Up ToCommunity Shared NEWS AND Announcements
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August 16
A new school year is about to begin, and our streets, sidewalks, schools, and homes become much busier again... Safety is another important part of caring for our communities... The children and young people returning to school are not simply “someone else’s kids.”... The start of a new season in school is an opportunity for all of us to practice what Jesus teaches: LOVE ONE ANOTHER... Sometimes that love looks quite simple - a smile, holding a door, yielding the right of way, or patiently waiting our turn...Read More -
August 16
A Story from inside Broadway Detention Center - Heidi Torgerson is the Pastor at Grace Lutheran Church in LaGrange, and also one of the pastors who goes inside Broadview Processing (previously Detention) Center... Pastors go in every day to provide pastoral care to the people being held there... This care is being allowed due to the work of CSPL, the Coalition of Spiritual and Pastoral Leadership, which filed a lawsuit against ICE, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, forcing them to allow these visits... We are in great need of men’s sports clothing, especially shorts...Read More -
August 15Are you thinking how you can grow in your faith and share your faith? It is important to be sharing and supporting the teachings of the Catholic faith, and in the power of faith, bring purpose, strength, and hope no matter where we are in life. We need catechists to work with our children from toddlers through high school. You can choose the age group and program that best fits your interests!...Read More
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August 15
Registration for Religious Education is Open! Along with a variety of programs, there are many days to choose from - to help families and fit into their busy schedules. We offer Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (Montessori methodology), Traditional Religious Education, Family Religious Education, PREP (for 3-5 years), and Middle School Ministry... All these programs are for children from 3 years to 8th grade. If you have a high school student that needs to be confirmed, we can assist with that, too!...Read More
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Religious Education Registration 2026-2027
Spirit and Light Shared Event
ONGOING INVITATION TO REGISTER
BOTH OAK PARK PARISHESReligious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6.
Ongoing Invitation to become a Catechist
Spirit and Light Shared Event
ONGOING INVITATION TO VOLUNTEER
BOTH OAK PARK PARISHESAre you thinking how you can grow in your faith and share your faith? It is important to be sharing and supporting the teachings of the Catholic faith, and in the power of faith, bring purpose, strength, and hope no matter where we are in life. We need catechists to work with our children from toddlers through high school. You can choose the age group and program that best fits your interests!
CRS and Caritas Venezuela Respond to Earthquakes
Archdiocesan Shared Event
ONGOING REQUEST TO DONATECRS and Caritas Venezuela are working to provide earthquake-affected families with critical aid... Together, CRS and Caritas Venezuela are working to quickly identify urgent needs, coordinate with humanitarian partners and deliver lifesaving assistance to the communities hardest hit by the earthquakes. PLEASE SUPPORT - DONATE!
Ongoing Registration for High School Confirmation
Spirit and Light Shared Event
INVITATION TO REGISTER - PARENT MEETING ON SEPTEMBER 22, 2026
OAK PARK PARISHESRegistration for Teens in High School to prepare for Confirmation through the communities of Family, Parish, and Youth Ministry. We accompany young people and engage them in encounters. We witness a living faith, and we provide space for prayer, faith growth, service, and reflection.
Ongoing Registration for OCIA Team - Summer Nights of Discovery
Spirit and Light Shared Event
AUGUST 27, 2026 - 7:00 PM
ST. EDMUND SITE - MCGIVERN CENTERAre you an adult seeking a starting point to deepen your relationship with Christ through the practices of the Catholic faith? If yes, then please come to one or all of the OCIA Team’s Summer Nights of Discovery - All are welcome! Catholics, non-Catholics, and those of us somewhere in between.
Ongoing Registration for 82nd Annual St Giles Men's Society Golf Outing
Community Shared Event
INVITATION TO REGISTER - EVENT ON SEPTEMBER 21, 2026
VILLAGE LINKS OF GLEN ELLYNAll are invited to the 82nd Annual St Giles Men's Society Golf Outing on Monday, September 21 at Village Links of Glen Ellyn - Main event is a 4-man scramble, let the best crew win! - This event is NOT exclusive to St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles parishioners. PLEASE bring your friends, neighbors, associates, and clients for a fun-filled day on the golf course.
Non-Parish Event of Interest
EVENTS FROM JUNE THROUGH OCTOBER 2026
ST. PETER'S IN THE LOOP CHURCH IN CHICAGO, ILSt. Peter's in the Loop invites you to celebrate the Jubilee Year of St. Francis. Come learn about our Franciscan heritage and learn how the beloved St. Francis continues to impact the world in which we live. Join us for Feast Day Masses, talks by Franciscan scholars, recitals, and special prayer events.
Community Shared Event
FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH UNTIL OCTOBER 3, 2026
OAK PARK COMMUNITIESThe Village of Oak Park is excited to bring back the Oak Park Neighborhood Clean-Up for 2026. Building on the success of previous years, this community-driven initiative invites residents, families, and local groups to come together to help keep Oak Park clean, vibrant, and welcoming.
A Trip to Poland’s Advent Markets
Community Shared Event
ONGOING INVITATION
ST. GILES SITE - MCDONOUGH HALLConsider planning to get into the Spirit of Christmas by joining in on a trip to Poland’s Advent Markets from November 28 to December 3. Gdansk, Torun, Warsaw, Czestochowa, Wroclaw, Krakow, and Zakopane are among the places we will visit.
Caring for the Earth Video Series
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 20, 2026 - 7:00-8:30 PM
ST. GILES SITE - GLEESON BUILDING CONFERENCE ROOMJoin H+O+M+E and Vine & Branches for a Summer Video Series! - The Caring for the Earth: Stories from Faith Communities film series features faith leaders from diverse traditions across the US who share their experience, strength, and hope. Through the films and discussions, you will deepen your knowledge around faith and climate, be inspired to take action, and strengthen your relationships with other people and creation.
Community Shared Event
THURSDAYS - NEXT ON AUGUST 20, 2026 - 7:00-8:00 PM
ST. GILES SITE - CHURCHThis is your time to receive the actual grace and mercy of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament.
Community Shared Event
FRIDAYS - 7:00 PM (VIA ZOOM)
SATURDAYS - 8:30 AM - ST. GILES SITE - CHURCHJoin Deacon Kevin and Marci Morgan on Zoom to pray the Rosary on Fridays at 7:00 PM. Also, Rosary for Peace in Honor of Our Blessed Mother every Saturday after the 8:00 AM Mass at St. Giles Church.
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 21, 2026 - 7:30 PM
ST. GILES SITE - COURTYARDThe Dennis O'Brien Band - Saint Catherine of Siena-Saint Lucy and Saint Giles Parish presents the Summer Courtyard Concerts at 1025 Columbian Avenue in Oak Park, IL - We will once again gather on the third Friday of the summer months to enjoy music under the stars.
Archdiocesan Shared Event
AUGUST 22, 2026 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
OAKWOOD BEACH IN CHICAGO, ILJoin the Black Catholic Deacons of Chicago for the annual Sunrise Prayer Service on August 22 at Oakwood Beach to pray for the healing of families, schools, communities, and the safety of children.
Community Shared Event
SATURDAYS - NEXT ON AUGUST 22, 2026 - 8:30-9:15 AM
ASCENSION SITE - CHURCH OR VIA ZOOMPractice of Christian meditation including centering prayer, the Jesus prayer, the breath prayer, lectio divina, and labyrinth walking.
Spirit and Light Shared Event
AUGUST 23, 2026 - 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
ST. GILES CAMPUST - GREEN AREAAll families from the Oak Park Parishes are invited to come to the Religious Education Fun Fest hosted by Spirit and Light - Meet catechists and learn about Religious Education Opportunities - We will have Games, Prizes, Face Painting, Food, Coffee, Root Beer Floats and Kona Shaved Ice.
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 23, 2026 - 5:00 PM
ST. EDMUND SITE - CHURCHThis Mass is geared toward Young Adult Community Members on the 4th Sunday of each Month at 5:00 PM at St. Edmund Church with hospitality / fellowship (except for the Season of Lent) and community building activities afterwards - All are welcome!
Young Adult Women's Bible Study
Community Shared Event
MONDAYS - 8:00 PM
TEXT FOR GATHERING LOCATIONThe group reflects on the scriptures of the week and supports each other in their walk of faith.
Community Shared Event
TUESDAYS - 4:00 PM
ST. EDMUND SITE - CHURCH TRANSEPTDeepen your relationship with God and find support and nourishment for your prayer life.
Community Shared Event
SEPTEMBER 4, 2026 - 7:30 PM
ASCENSION SITE - CHURCHJoin us for this monthly ecumenical prayer service of song, scripture, a service of light, an extended period of silence for meditation concluding with prayers for the world.
Christian Response to Fascism: In Conversation with Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Non-Parish Event of Interest
SEPTEMBER 8, 15 AND 22, 2026 - 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
PROGRAM HELD ON ZOOMThe Well Spirituality Center Event - 3 Sessions via Zoom on September 8, 15, and 22 - Featuring Dr. Reggie Williams - This three-part Zoom series will explore several of Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s writings during his resistance to the Nazi dictatorship, and questions they raise for our current times
Rosary with the Knights of Columbus
Community Shared Event
SEPTEMBER 12, 2026 - 8:00-8:30 AM
ASCENSION SITE - OUR LADY'S SHRINE AT THE LABYRINTHThe Knights of Columbus always pray the rosary on the second Saturday of each month at Ascension from 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM at Our Lady’s Shrine at the Labyrinth. All are welcome!
Calling all Little Lambs Ages 12 Months - 3 Years of Age!
Spirit and Light Shared Event
SEPTEMBER 12 AND 19, 2026 - 9:00-9:45 AM
ST. EDMUND SITE - TODDLER ATRIUMParents and toddlers are invited to a special space prepared just for them! We meet twice a month on the second and third Saturday mornings from 9:00 AM to 9:45 AM at St. Edmund in the specially designed Toddler Atrium room adjacent to Murphy Hall.
One In Love LGBTQ+ Ministry Meeting
Community Shared Event
SEPTEMBER 12, 2026 - 1:00 PM
ST. GILES SITE - PARISH CENTERLGBTQ+ individuals, their families and friends are welcome to share through deep listening circles.
Joyful Again! Retreat for Widows and Widowers
Non-Parish Event of Interest
SEPTEMBER 12 AND 13, 2026
UNIVERSITY OF ST. MARY OF THE LAKE IN MUNDELEIN, ILJoyful Again! is for both men and women (all ages) who have been widowed and are still trying to find hope and new joy in life. The next 2-Day Overnight Retreat / Workshop for Widowed Men and Women will be held on September 12 and 13, 2026, at the University of St. Mary of the Lake in Mundelein, IL - All are welcome!
Come Join Us as We Pray the Rosary for Peace
Community Shared Event
SEPTEMBER 13, 2026 - 12:00 PM
ST. GILES SITE - CHURHOn the 13th of each month (except for August) from May through October, 109 years ago, our Blessed Mother appeared to the children of Fatima and gave them a clear message: “Pray the Rosary for Peace.” Recognizing our world’s dire need for peace, we have been praying the Rosary since May, and now, on Sunday, September 13 at 12:00 PM, we will be gathering in Saint Giles Church to pray the Rosary.
Ascension and St. Edmund Oktoberfest
Community Shared Event
SEPTEMBER 19, 2026 - 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
ASCENSION CHURCH GREENEveryone is invited to the Ascension and St. Edmund Oktoberfest on September 19 from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Ascension Church Green - Kids Activities - Food and Beverages - 5:00 PM Mass at Ascension Church - College Football on TV - Live Music starting at 7:00 PM.
Community Shared Event
SEPTEMBER 25, 2026 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
ST. GILES SITE - COURTYARDONE IN LOVE, the LGBTQ+ Ministry of the Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors, invites you to join us in a "Celebration of Love" Party on September 25 at St. Files Courtyard - It will include light refreshments, a One in Love Question and Answer Panel, Music, Resources, and Special Blessing for same sex couples, their families, friends and allies.
Healing the Wounds of Abuse Retreat
Non-Parish Event of Interest
SEPTEMBER 29 - OCTOBER 4, 2026
BISHOP LANE RETREAT CENTER IN ROCKFORD, ILThe Grief to Grace Retreat in Rockford, Illinois, taking place September 29 - October 4, 2026, at Bishop Lane Retreat Center, is a Christ-centered, trauma-informed retreat offering a sacred and confidential space for individuals seeking healing from deep wounds, grief, and past trauma.
Pilgrimage to Spain and Portugal
Non-Parish Event of Interest
12 DAYS - OCTOBER 28 TO NOVEMBER 8, 2026Non-Parish Event of Interest - An Ecumenical Pilgrimage to Spain and Portugal with Sister Sue Paweski - 12 Days from October 28 to November 8, 2026 - Visiting: Salamanca, Segovia, Avila, Santiago de Compostela, Douro River Cruise, Porto, Fatima, Lisbon and more!
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Community Shared Event
NOVEMBER 19, 2026 - 7:30-8:30 PM
ASCENSION SITE - CHURCHJoin us for Healing Prayer, Healing Song: An Ecumenical Service to Pray for the Healing of the World - Each of us are in need some type of healing, we all carry the pain and hurts of life, and our world is very much in need of our prayers and action to foster healing, unity, and wholeness.
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Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser
ONGOING INVITATION TO SUPPORT THROUGH JUNE 30, 2026
ASCENSION AND ST. EDMUND PARISHMake a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17).
Religious Education Registration 2026-2027
Spirit and Light Shared Event
ONGOING INVITATION TO REGISTER
BOTH OAK PARK PARISHESReligious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6.
Ongoing Invitation to become a Catechist
Spirit and Light Shared Event
ONGOING INVITATION TO VOLUNTEER
BOTH OAK PARK PARISHESAre you thinking how you can grow in your faith and share your faith? It is important to be sharing and supporting the teachings of the Catholic faith, and in the power of faith, bring purpose, strength, and hope no matter where we are in life. We need catechists to work with our children from toddlers through high school. You can choose the age group and program that best fits your interests!
CRS and Caritas Venezuela Respond to Earthquakes
Archdiocesan Shared Event
ONGOING REQUEST TO DONATECRS and Caritas Venezuela are working to provide earthquake-affected families with critical aid... Together, CRS and Caritas Venezuela are working to quickly identify urgent needs, coordinate with humanitarian partners and deliver lifesaving assistance to the communities hardest hit by the earthquakes. PLEASE SUPPORT - DONATE!
Ongoing Registration for High School Confirmation
Spirit and Light Shared Event
INVITATION TO REGISTER - PARENT MEETING ON SEPTEMBER 22, 2026
OAK PARK PARISHESRegistration for Teens in High School to prepare for Confirmation through the communities of Family, Parish, and Youth Ministry. We accompany young people and engage them in encounters. We witness a living faith, and we provide space for prayer, faith growth, service, and reflection.
Ongoing Registration for OCIA Team - Summer Nights of Discovery
Spirit and Light Shared Event
AUGUST 27, 2026 - 7:00 PM
ST. EDMUND SITE - MCGIVERN CENTERAre you an adult seeking a starting point to deepen your relationship with Christ through the practices of the Catholic faith? If yes, then please come to one or all of the OCIA Team’s Summer Nights of Discovery - All are welcome! Catholics, non-Catholics, and those of us somewhere in between.
Ascension School Registration for Year 2026-2027
ONGOING INQUIRY FORM
ASCENSION SCHOOLSpace is limited for the 2026-2027 School Year - Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today!
Ongoing Invitation for Ascension School Class of 1976 50th Reunion
EVENT DATE ON OCTOBER 17, 2026
ASCENSION CHURCH AND SCHOOLWe are calling all the Alumni of the Ascension School Class of 1976 to gather for a 50th Reunion on Saturday, October 17, 2026 - Mass at 6:30 PM - Celebration continues in the Pine Room - Please contact Gina Petruzzelli Reckard.
Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed
AUGUST 14 AND 28, 2026
HOUSING FORWARD SHELTERAscension and St. Edmund Parish has signed on to host and provide dinner on the second and fourth Fridays of each month (August 14 and August 28). We are also asked to deliver 36 bag lunches and breakfast for 30 on those evenings for guests to eat the next day.
Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish
ONGOING INVITATION TO SUPPORT
ASCENSION AND ST. EDMUND PARISHSince the installation of the LISTEN WIFI assistive listening system in the Churches, more and more parishioners have begun using the app and are finding it helpful... We completed an evaluation of our overall sound systems at both Churches... If you are interested in lending your support to the Sound System Project, please contact David Anderson in the coming weeks.
Ongoing Registration for 82nd Annual St Giles Men's Society Golf Outing
Community Shared Event
INVITATION TO REGISTER - EVENT ON SEPTEMBER 21, 2026
VILLAGE LINKS OF GLEN ELLYNAll are invited to the 82nd Annual St Giles Men's Society Golf Outing on Monday, September 21 at Village Links of Glen Ellyn - Main event is a 4-man scramble, let the best crew win! - This event is NOT exclusive to St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles parishioners. PLEASE bring your friends, neighbors, associates, and clients for a fun-filled day on the golf course.
Non-Parish Event of Interest
EVENTS FROM JUNE THROUGH OCTOBER 2026
ST. PETER'S IN THE LOOP CHURCH IN CHICAGO, ILSt. Peter's in the Loop invites you to celebrate the Jubilee Year of St. Francis. Come learn about our Franciscan heritage and learn how the beloved St. Francis continues to impact the world in which we live. Join us for Feast Day Masses, talks by Franciscan scholars, recitals, and special prayer events.
Community Shared Event
FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH UNTIL OCTOBER 3, 2026
OAK PARK COMMUNITIESThe Village of Oak Park is excited to bring back the Oak Park Neighborhood Clean-Up for 2026. Building on the success of previous years, this community-driven initiative invites residents, families, and local groups to come together to help keep Oak Park clean, vibrant, and welcoming.
A Trip to Poland’s Advent Markets
Community Shared Event
ONGOING INVITATION
ST. GILES SITE - MCDONOUGH HALLConsider planning to get into the Spirit of Christmas by joining in on a trip to Poland’s Advent Markets from November 28 to December 3. Gdansk, Torun, Warsaw, Czestochowa, Wroclaw, Krakow, and Zakopane are among the places we will visit.
THURSDAYS - NEXT ON AUGUST 20, 2026 - 9:30-10:45 AM
MEETING VIA ZOOMWe discuss the following Sunday's readings and a chapter or two from one of the books of the Bible.
Caring for the Earth Video Series
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 20, 2026 - 7:00-8:30 PM
ST. GILES SITE - GLEESON BUILDING CONFERENCE ROOMJoin H+O+M+E and Vine & Branches for a Summer Video Series! - The Caring for the Earth: Stories from Faith Communities film series features faith leaders from diverse traditions across the US who share their experience, strength, and hope. Through the films and discussions, you will deepen your knowledge around faith and climate, be inspired to take action, and strengthen your relationships with other people and creation.
Community Shared Event
THURSDAYS - NEXT ON AUGUST 20, 2026 - 7:00-8:00 PM
ST. GILES SITE - CHURCHThis is your time to receive the actual grace and mercy of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament.
Community Shared Event
FRIDAYS - 7:00 PM (VIA ZOOM)
SATURDAYS - 8:30 AM - ST. GILES SITE - CHURCHJoin Deacon Kevin and Marci Morgan on Zoom to pray the Rosary on Fridays at 7:00 PM. Also, Rosary for Peace in Honor of Our Blessed Mother every Saturday after the 8:00 AM Mass at St. Giles Church.
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 21, 2026 - 7:30 PM
ST. GILES SITE - COURTYARDThe Dennis O'Brien Band - Saint Catherine of Siena-Saint Lucy and Saint Giles Parish presents the Summer Courtyard Concerts at 1025 Columbian Avenue in Oak Park, IL - We will once again gather on the third Friday of the summer months to enjoy music under the stars.
Archdiocesan Shared Event
AUGUST 22, 2026 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
OAKWOOD BEACH IN CHICAGO, ILJoin the Black Catholic Deacons of Chicago for the annual Sunrise Prayer Service on August 22 at Oakwood Beach to pray for the healing of families, schools, communities, and the safety of children.
Community Shared Event
SATURDAYS - NEXT ON AUGUST 22, 2026 - 8:30-9:15 AM
ASCENSION SITE - CHURCH OR VIA ZOOMPractice of Christian meditation including centering prayer, the Jesus prayer, the breath prayer, lectio divina, and labyrinth walking.
SUNDAYS - 9:00 AM
ASCENSION SITE - PARISH CENTER LIVING ROOMWe gather for shared prayer, discussion of the day's scripture and refreshments.
Children's Liturgy of the Word
AUGUST 23, 2026 - AT 10:30 AM MASS
ASCENSION SITE - CHURCHLeaders who guide our weekly Children's Liturgy of the Word provide children ages 4-8 an opportunity to experience the Liturgy of the Word in a context more suited to their age and experience.
Spirit and Light Shared Event
AUGUST 23, 2026 - 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
ST. GILES CAMPUS - GREEN AREAAll families from the Oak Park Parishes are invited to come to the Religious Education Fun Fest hosted by Spirit and Light - Meet catechists and learn about Religious Education Opportunities - We will have Games, Prizes, Face Painting, Food, Coffee, Root Beer Floats and Kona Shaved Ice.
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 23, 2026 - 5:00 PM
ST. EDMUND SITE - CHURCHThis Mass is geared toward Young Adult Community Members on the 4th Sunday of each Month at 5:00 PM at St. Edmund Church with hospitality / fellowship (except for the Season of Lent) and community building activities afterwards - All are welcome!
Community Shared Event
TUESDAYS - 4:00 PM
ST. EDMUND SITE - CHURCH TRANSEPTDeepen your relationship with God and find support and nourishment for your prayer life.
H.O.M.E. (Honoring Our Mother Earth) Meeting
AUGUST 24, 2026 - 7:00 PM
ST. EDMUND SITE - MCGIVERN CENTERThe H.O.M.E. (Honoring Our Mother Earth) Team for Creation Care is an action ministry committed to educating, advising, and working to answer the call of Pope Francis outlined in his inspiring encyclical, Laudato Si'. We typically meet on the fourth Monday of each month. All are welcome!
Young Adult Women's Bible Study
Community Shared Event
MONDAYS - 8:00 PM
TEXT FOR GATHERING LOCATIONThe group reflects on the scriptures of the week and supports each other in their walk of faith.
Soup and Bread... at St. Edmund Church
AUGUST 29, 2026 AFTER THE 5:00 PM MASS
ST. EDMUND SITE - MURPHY HALLJoin us for Soup and Bread on the last Saturday of the month following the 5:00 PM Mass in Murphy Hall. Home made soups and bread are served.
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 - 1:30-3:00 PM
ST. EDMUND SITE - MCGIVERN CENTERThis is not a Bible study program, but a sharing of your reflections on the scriptures of the weekends and how they affect your life, thoughts, and the world around you. Come to St. Edmund McGivern Center on the first Tuesday of each month from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM. We meet weekly during Advent and Lent.
Community Shared Event
SEPTEMBER 4, 2026 - 7:30 PM
ASCENSION SITE - CHURCHJoin us for this monthly ecumenical prayer service of song, scripture, a service of light, an extended period of silence for meditation concluding with prayers for the world.
SEPTEMBER 5-6, 2026
ASCENSION AND ST. EDMUND CHURCHESThe Knights of Columbus and the St. Edmund Diaper Ministry collect diapers on the first weekend of the month for the Migrant Ministry and Beyond Hunger.
Christian Response to Fascism: In Conversation with Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Non-Parish Event of Interest
SEPTEMBER 8, 15 AND 22, 2026 - 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
PROGRAM HELD ON ZOOMThe Well Spirituality Center Event - 3 Sessions via Zoom on September 8, 15, and 22 - Featuring Dr. Reggie Williams - This three-part Zoom series will explore several of Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s writings during his resistance to the Nazi dictatorship, and questions they raise for our current times
SEPTEMBER 10, 2026 - 7:00-9:00 PM
ST. EDMUND SITE - MCGIVERN CENTERThe Ascension and the St. Edmund Women's Spirituality Group gathers women in all stages of life to strengthen our connection to our God by connecting with each other through reading, prayer, and reflection. We meet on the 2nd Thursday of the month from September through May.
Rosary with the Knights of Columbus
Community Shared Event
SEPTEMBER 12, 2026 - 8:00-8:30 AM
ASCENSION SITE - OUR LADY'S SHRINE AT THE LABYRINTHThe Knights of Columbus always pray the rosary on the second Saturday of each month at Ascension from 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM at Our Lady’s Shrine at the Labyrinth. All are welcome!
Calling all Little Lambs Ages 12 Months - 3 Years of Age!
Spirit and Light Shared Event
SEPTEMBER 12 AND 19, 2026 - 9:00-9:45 AM
ST. EDMUND SITE - TODDLER ATRIUMParents and toddlers are invited to a special space prepared just for them! We meet twice a month on the second and third Saturday mornings from 9:00 AM to 9:45 AM at St. Edmund in the specially designed Toddler Atrium room adjacent to Murphy Hall.
One In Love LGBTQ+ Ministry Meeting
Community Shared Event
SEPTEMBER 12, 2026 - 1:00 PM
ST. GILES SITE - PARISH CENTERLGBTQ+ individuals, their families and friends are welcome to share through deep listening circles.
Baptism Preparation Classes at Ascension and St. Edmund
SEPTEMBER 12, 2026 - 2:30 PM
ST. EDMUND SITE - MCGIVERN CENTERBaptizing your infant and or young child (zero to six years of age) begins simply by contacting the Parish to sign-up for a Baptism Preparation Class.
Joyful Again! Retreat for Widows and Widowers
Non-Parish Event of Interest
SEPTEMBER 12 AND 13, 2026
UNIVERSITY OF ST. MARY OF THE LAKE IN MUNDELEIN, ILJoyful Again! is for both men and women (all ages) who have been widowed and are still trying to find hope and new joy in life. The next 2-Day Overnight Retreat / Workshop for Widowed Men and Women will be held on September 12 and 13, 2026, at the University of St. Mary of the Lake in Mundelein, IL - All are welcome!
Coffee and... at St. Edmund Church
SEPTEMBER 13, 2026 - 10:15 AM
ST. EDMUND SITE - MURPHY HALLStop by Murphy Hall following the 9:15 AM Mass on Sunday morning for hospitality and fellowship!
Come Join Us as We Pray the Rosary for Peace
Community Shared Event
SEPTEMBER 13, 2026 - 12:00 PM
ST. GILES SITE - CHURHOn the 13th of each month (except for August) from May through October, 109 years ago, our Blessed Mother appeared to the children of Fatima and gave them a clear message: “Pray the Rosary for Peace.” Recognizing our world’s dire need for peace, we have been praying the Rosary since May, and now, on Sunday, September 13 at 12:00 PM, we will be gathering in Saint Giles Church to pray the Rosary.
SEPTEMBER 14, 2026 - 7:00 PM
ASCENSION SITE - PARISH CENTER DINING ROOMThe Peace and Justice Committee is a vibrant committee focused on many issues/concerns based on Catholic social teaching. Areas of focus include - Immigration, End Violence (Congregations Committed to Peace), Hunger (Community Garden), The Environment [Honoring Our Mother Earth (HOME Team)] and other issues/concerns which arise.
Ascension and St. Edmund Book Club
SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 - 6:00 PM
ST. EDMUND SITE - MURPHY HALLWe will be discussing Culpability by Bruce Holsinger - The Ascension and St. Edmund Book Club meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month for dinner and discussion.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2026 - 8:00-10:00 AM
ASCENSION SITE - PARISH CENTER DINING ROOMThis Men's Spiritual Formation Group meets monthly at 8:00 AM on the third Saturday at the Ascension Parish Center Dining Room for Scripture reading, discussion, prayer, and fellowship.
Ascension and St. Edmund Oktoberfest
Community Shared Event
SEPTEMBER 19, 2026 - 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
ASCENSION CHURCH GREENEveryone is invited to the Ascension and St. Edmund Oktoberfest on September 19 from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Ascension Church Green - Kids Activities - Food and Beverages - 5:00 PM Mass at Ascension Church - College Football on TV - Live Music starting at 7:00 PM.
Food Drive for St. Simon of Cyrene Food Pantry
SEPTEMBER 19-20, 2026 AT MASSES
ASCENSION AND ST. EDMUND CHURCHESPlease bring non-perishable food items during Mass for our monthly St. Simon of Cyrene Food Pantry collection. Monetary donations are accepted in the offertory baskets at church or online.
Sunday Social Hour (Hospitality) at Ascension Church
SEPTEMBER 20, 2026 - AFTER MASSES
ASCENSION SITE - PINE ROOM, SCHOOL GYM OR PARISH GREENStop by the Parish Green following the 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM Mass for refreshments and fellowship.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2026 - 7:30-9:00 PM
ASCENSION SITE - PARISH CENTER DINING ROOMThe Ascension and St. Edmund Moms Faith Sharing Group meets on the third Monday of the month and welcomes women at all stages of motherhood to enter into deeper conversation and prayer within a safe and supportive environment.
Community Shared Event
SEPTEMBER 25, 2026 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
ST. GILES SITE - COURTYARDONE IN LOVE, the LGBTQ+ Ministry of the Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors, invites you to join us in a "Celebration of Love" Party on September 25 at St. Files Courtyard - It will include light refreshments, a One in Love Question and Answer Panel, Music, Resources, and Special Blessing for same sex couples, their families, friends and allies.
Healing the Wounds of Abuse Retreat
Non-Parish Event of Interest
SEPTEMBER 29 - OCTOBER 4, 2026
BISHOP LANE RETREAT CENTER IN ROCKFORD, ILThe Grief to Grace Retreat in Rockford, Illinois, taking place September 29 - October 4, 2026, at Bishop Lane Retreat Center, is a Christ-centered, trauma-informed retreat offering a sacred and confidential space for individuals seeking healing from deep wounds, grief, and past trauma.
Pilgrimage to Spain and Portugal
Non-Parish Event of Interest
12 DAYS - OCTOBER 28 TO NOVEMBER 8, 2026Non-Parish Event of Interest - An Ecumenical Pilgrimage to Spain and Portugal with Sister Sue Paweski - 12 Days from October 28 to November 8, 2026 - Visiting: Salamanca, Segovia, Avila, Santiago de Compostela, Douro River Cruise, Porto, Fatima, Lisbon and more!
> More ASCENSION AND ST. EDMUND EventsCommunity Shared Event
NOVEMBER 19, 2026 - 7:30-8:30 PM
ASCENSION SITE - CHURCHJoin us for Healing Prayer, Healing Song: An Ecumenical Service to Pray for the Healing of the World - Each of us are in need some type of healing, we all carry the pain and hurts of life, and our world is very much in need of our prayers and action to foster healing, unity, and wholeness.
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Ongoing Invitation for the 100th Anniversary Kick-Off Mass of St. Giles Campus
EVENT DAY - AUGUST 30, 2026 - 10:30 AM
ST. GILES CAMPUS - CHURCHTHE SAINT GILES CAMPUS IS TURNING 100! - All are welcome to join us as we kick off the Centennial Year of the Saint Giles Campus with a special Mass and celebration. The Mass will be celebrated by Cardinal Blase Cupich on Sunday, August 30, 2026, at 10:30 AM Mass with fellowship and festivities to follow. RESERVE NOW!
Religious Education Registration 2026-2027
Spirit and Light Shared Event
ONGOING INVITATION TO REGISTER
BOTH OAK PARK PARISHESReligious Education Registration 2026-2027 is NOW OPEN! - We are excited to begin another year of faith formation and spiritual growth! Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to guiding your child on their journey of faith. We offer a variety of different religious education programs. Sessions begin the week of September 6.
Ongoing Invitation to become a Catechist
Spirit and Light Shared Event
ONGOING INVITATION TO VOLUNTEER
BOTH OAK PARK PARISHESAre you thinking how you can grow in your faith and share your faith? It is important to be sharing and supporting the teachings of the Catholic faith, and in the power of faith, bring purpose, strength, and hope no matter where we are in life. We need catechists to work with our children from toddlers through high school. You can choose the age group and program that best fits your interests!
CRS and Caritas Venezuela Respond to Earthquakes
Archdiocesan Shared Event
ONGOING REQUEST TO DONATECRS and Caritas Venezuela are working to provide earthquake-affected families with critical aid... Together, CRS and Caritas Venezuela are working to quickly identify urgent needs, coordinate with humanitarian partners and deliver lifesaving assistance to the communities hardest hit by the earthquakes. PLEASE SUPPORT - DONATE!
Ongoing Registration for High School Confirmation
Spirit and Light Shared Event
INVITATION TO REGISTER - PARENT MEETING ON SEPTEMBER 22, 2026
OAK PARK PARISHESRegistration for Teens in High School to prepare for Confirmation through the communities of Family, Parish, and Youth Ministry. We accompany young people and engage them in encounters. We witness a living faith, and we provide space for prayer, faith growth, service, and reflection.
Ongoing Registration for OCIA Team - Summer Nights of Discovery
Spirit and Light Shared Event
AUGUST 27, 2026 - 7:00 PM
ST. EDMUND SITE - MCGIVERN CENTERAre you an adult seeking a starting point to deepen your relationship with Christ through the practices of the Catholic faith? If yes, then please come to one or all of the OCIA Team’s Summer Nights of Discovery - All are welcome! Catholics, non-Catholics, and those of us somewhere in between.
Ongoing Registration for 82nd Annual St Giles Men's Society Golf Outing
Community Shared Event
INVITATION TO REGISTER - EVENT ON SEPTEMBER 21, 2026
VILLAGE LINKS OF GLEN ELLYNAll are invited to the 82nd Annual St Giles Men's Society Golf Outing on Monday, September 21 at Village Links of Glen Ellyn - Main event is a 4-man scramble, let the best crew win! - This event is NOT exclusive to St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles parishioners. PLEASE bring your friends, neighbors, associates, and clients for a fun-filled day on the golf course.
Ongoing Invitation to join the Parish Gardening Committee!
JOIN AT ANY TIME
ST. GILES CAMPUSDo you enjoy being outdoors, getting your hands in the soil, and helping our parish look its best? We’re looking for volunteers to join our Parish Gardening Committee! - Plant and care for flowers, shrubs, and seasonal beds - Help maintain the beauty of our campus grounds - Build friendships while working together with a shared purpose.
Non-Parish Event of Interest
EVENTS FROM JUNE THROUGH OCTOBER 2026
ST. PETER'S IN THE LOOP CHURCH IN CHICAGO, ILSt. Peter's in the Loop invites you to celebrate the Jubilee Year of St. Francis. Come learn about our Franciscan heritage and learn how the beloved St. Francis continues to impact the world in which we live. Join us for Feast Day Masses, talks by Franciscan scholars, recitals, and special prayer events.
Community Shared Event
FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH UNTIL OCTOBER 3, 2026
OAK PARK COMMUNITIESThe Village of Oak Park is excited to bring back the Oak Park Neighborhood Clean-Up for 2026. Building on the success of previous years, this community-driven initiative invites residents, families, and local groups to come together to help keep Oak Park clean, vibrant, and welcoming.
DURING SPRING AND SUMMER
ST. GILES CHURCHEveryone is invited to sign the Creation Care Covenant before and after Mass. It will be available for signatures at all Masses throughout the summer.
A Trip to Poland’s Advent Markets
Community Shared Event
ONGOING INVITATION
ST. GILES SITE - MCDONOUGH HALLConsider planning to get into the Spirit of Christmas by joining in on a trip to Poland’s Advent Markets from November 28 to December 3. Gdansk, Torun, Warsaw, Czestochowa, Wroclaw, Krakow, and Zakopane are among the places we will visit.
Caring for the Earth Video Series
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 20, 2026 - 7:00-8:30 PM
ST. GILES SITE - GLEESON BUILDING CONFERENCE ROOMJoin H+O+M+E and Vine & Branches for a Summer Video Series! - The Caring for the Earth: Stories from Faith Communities film series features faith leaders from diverse traditions across the US who share their experience, strength, and hope. Through the films and discussions, you will deepen your knowledge around faith and climate, be inspired to take action, and strengthen your relationships with other people and creation.
Community Shared Event
THURSDAYS - NEXT ON AUGUST 20, 2026 - 7:00-8:00 PM
ST. GILES SITE - CHURCHThis is your time to receive the actual grace and mercy of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament.
Community Shared Event
FRIDAYS - 7:00 PM (VIA ZOOM)
SATURDAYS - 8:30 AM - ST. GILES SITE - CHURCHJoin Deacon Kevin and Marci Morgan on Zoom to pray the Rosary on Fridays at 7:00 PM. Also, Rosary for Peace in Honor of Our Blessed Mother every Saturday after the 8:00 AM Mass at St. Giles Church.
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 21, 2026 - 7:30 PM
ST. GILES SITE - COURTYARDThe Dennis O'Brien Band - Saint Catherine of Siena-Saint Lucy and Saint Giles Parish presents the Summer Courtyard Concerts at 1025 Columbian Avenue in Oak Park, IL - We will once again gather on the third Friday of the summer months to enjoy music under the stars.
Archdiocesan Shared Event
AUGUST 22, 2026 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
OAKWOOD BEACH IN CHICAGO, ILJoin the Black Catholic Deacons of Chicago for the annual Sunrise Prayer Service on August 22 at Oakwood Beach to pray for the healing of families, schools, communities, and the safety of children.
Community Shared Event
SATURDAYS - NEXT ON AUGUST 22, 2026 - 8:30-9:15 AM
ASCENSION SITE - CHURCH OR VIA ZOOMPractice of Christian meditation including centering prayer, the Jesus prayer, the breath prayer, lectio divina, and labyrinth walking.
Spirit and Light Shared Event
AUGUST 23, 2026 - 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
ST. GILES CAMPUS - GREEN AREAAll families from the Oak Park Parishes are invited to come to the Religious Education Fun Fest hosted by Spirit and Light - Meet catechists and learn about Religious Education Opportunities - We will have Games, Prizes, Face Painting, Food, Coffee, Root Beer Floats and Kona Shaved Ice.
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 23, 2026 - 5:00 PM
ST. EDMUND SITE - CHURCHThis Mass is geared toward Young Adult Community Members on the 4th Sunday of each Month at 5:00 PM at St. Edmund Church with hospitality / fellowship (except for the Season of Lent) and community building activities afterwards - All are welcome!
Young Adult Women's Bible Study
Community Shared Event
MONDAYS - 8:00 PM
TEXT FOR GATHERING LOCATIONThe group reflects on the scriptures of the week and supports each other in their walk of faith.
Community Shared Event
TUESDAYS - 4:00 PM
ST. EDMUND SITE - CHURCH TRANSEPTDeepen your relationship with God and find support and nourishment for your prayer life.
AUGUST 25, 2026 - 7:00 PM
ST. GILES SITE - PARISH CENTER LIVING ROOMInterested Women of St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles Parish gather in the St. Giles Parish Center at 7:00 PM for book discussion and socializing - Our next book will be posted in the future.
AUGUST 26, 2026 - 7:00 PM
ST. GILES SITE - PARISH CENTER LIVING ROOMThe St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles Wednesday Night Bible Study is starting a new series! - All are welcome from any parish or community - It is NOT necessary or required to attend each week.
Community Shared Event
SEPTEMBER 4, 2026 - 7:30 PM
ASCENSION SITE - CHURCHJoin us for this monthly ecumenical prayer service of song, scripture, a service of light, an extended period of silence for meditation concluding with prayers for the world.
Beyond Hunger Food Pantry Opportunity
SEPTEMBER 5, 2026 - 8:30 AM
BEYOND HUNGER FOOD PANTRYWomen of St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles Parish have committed to provide five volunteers on the first Saturday of each month at 8:30 AM - As Shopping Assistants we gather food items and pack them in large boxes for valets to deliver to clients.
SEPTEMBER 6, 2026 - AT MASSES
ST. GILES SITE - CHURCHPlease bring your donations of canned or shelf-stable food and paper products with you to the 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM Sunday Masses at Saint Giles Church. Donations may be brought to the altar during the Offertory.
Christian Response to Fascism: In Conversation with Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Non-Parish Event of Interest
SEPTEMBER 8, 15 AND 22, 2026 - 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
PROGRAM HELD ON ZOOMThe Well Spirituality Center Event - 3 Sessions via Zoom on September 8, 15, and 22 - Featuring Dr. Reggie Williams - This three-part Zoom series will explore several of Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s writings during his resistance to the Nazi dictatorship, and questions they raise for our current times
Rosary with the Knights of Columbus
Community Shared Event
SEPTEMBER 12, 2026 - 8:00-8:30 AM
ASCENSION SITE - OUR LADY'S SHRINE AT THE LABYRINTHThe Knights of Columbus always pray the rosary on the second Saturday of each month at Ascension from 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM at Our Lady’s Shrine at the Labyrinth. All are welcome!
Men's Society Mass, Coffee & Donuts
SEPTEMBER 12, 2026 - 8:00 AM
ST. GILES SITE - CHURCH AND PARISH CENTERMass at St. Giles Church and our coffee and donuts gathering afterwards in the St. Giles Parish Center Living Room.
Calling all Little Lambs Ages 12 Months - 3 Years of Age!
Spirit and Light Shared Event
SEPTEMBER 12 AND 19, 2026 - 9:00-9:45 AM
ST. EDMUND SITE - TODDLER ATRIUMParents and toddlers are invited to a special space prepared just for them! We meet twice a month on the second and third Saturday mornings from 9:00 AM to 9:45 AM at St. Edmund in the specially designed Toddler Atrium room adjacent to Murphy Hall.
One In Love LGBTQ+ Ministry Meeting
Community Shared Event
SEPTEMBER 12, 2026 - 1:00 PM
ST. GILES SITE - PARISH CENTERLGBTQ+ individuals, their families and friends are welcome to share through deep listening circles.
Joyful Again! Retreat for Widows and Widowers
Non-Parish Event of Interest
SEPTEMBER 12 AND 13, 2026
UNIVERSITY OF ST. MARY OF THE LAKE IN MUNDELEIN, ILJoyful Again! is for both men and women (all ages) who have been widowed and are still trying to find hope and new joy in life. The next 2-Day Overnight Retreat / Workshop for Widowed Men and Women will be held on September 12 and 13, 2026, at the University of St. Mary of the Lake in Mundelein, IL - All are welcome!
Come Join Us as We Pray the Rosary for Peace
Community Shared Event
SEPTEMBER 13, 2026 - 12:00 PM
ST. GILES SITE - CHURHOn the 13th of each month (except for August) from May through October, 109 years ago, our Blessed Mother appeared to the children of Fatima and gave them a clear message: “Pray the Rosary for Peace.” Recognizing our world’s dire need for peace, we have been praying the Rosary since May, and now, on Sunday, September 13 at 12:00 PM, we will be gathering in Saint Giles Church to pray the Rosary.
SEPTEMBER 14, 2026 - 1:00 PM
ST. GILES SITE - PARISH CENTERThe Prayer Shawl Ministers knit or crochet their shawls at home and then gather on the Second Monday of the month to work on their shawls, pray for the recipients and enjoy each other’s company.
Ascension and St. Edmund Oktoberfest
Community Shared Event
SEPTEMBER 19, 2026 - 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
ASCENSION CHURCH GREENEveryone is invited to the Ascension and St. Edmund Oktoberfest on September 19 from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Ascension Church Green - Kids Activities - Food and Beverages - 5:00 PM Mass at Ascension Church - College Football on TV - Live Music starting at 7:00 PM.
Community Shared Event
SEPTEMBER 25, 2026 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
ST. GILES SITE - COURTYARDONE IN LOVE, the LGBTQ+ Ministry of the Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors, invites you to join us in a "Celebration of Love" Party on September 25 at St. Files Courtyard - It will include light refreshments, a One in Love Question and Answer Panel, Music, Resources, and Special Blessing for same sex couples, their families, friends and allies.
Healing the Wounds of Abuse Retreat
Non-Parish Event of Interest
SEPTEMBER 29 - OCTOBER 4, 2026
BISHOP LANE RETREAT CENTER IN ROCKFORD, ILThe Grief to Grace Retreat in Rockford, Illinois, taking place September 29 - October 4, 2026, at Bishop Lane Retreat Center, is a Christ-centered, trauma-informed retreat offering a sacred and confidential space for individuals seeking healing from deep wounds, grief, and past trauma.
Beyond Hunger Food Pantry Opportunity
OCTOBER 5, 2026
HOUSING FORWARD SHELTERThe Housing Forward Shelter is asking the Women of St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles to help by providing a continental breakfast for Housing Forward clients on the first Monday of each month. This is a great service opportunity for teens and families, and can be shared between households.
Pilgrimage to Spain and Portugal
Non-Parish Event of Interest
12 DAYS - OCTOBER 28 TO NOVEMBER 8, 2026Non-Parish Event of Interest - An Ecumenical Pilgrimage to Spain and Portugal with Sister Sue Paweski - 12 Days from October 28 to November 8, 2026 - Visiting: Salamanca, Segovia, Avila, Santiago de Compostela, Douro River Cruise, Porto, Fatima, Lisbon and more! - If you have an inkling of interest in joining the pilgrimage to Spain and Portugal, our travel guide, Sue Jackson, will give a presentation about this trip on Zoom on Saturday, February 28.
> More ST. CATHERINE - ST. LUCY AND ST. GILES EventsCommunity Shared Event
NOVEMBER 19, 2026 - 7:30-8:30 PM
ASCENSION SITE - CHURCHJoin us for Healing Prayer, Healing Song: An Ecumenical Service to Pray for the Healing of the World - Each of us are in need some type of healing, we all carry the pain and hurts of life, and our world is very much in need of our prayers and action to foster healing, unity, and wholeness.
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Archdiocesan Shared Event
AUGUST 22, 2026 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
OAKWOOD BEACH IN CHICAGO, ILJoin the Black Catholic Deacons of Chicago for the annual Sunrise Prayer Service on August 22 at Oakwood Beach to pray for the healing of families, schools, communities, and the safety of children.
Adult Confirmation - Confirmación para Adultos - Fall 2026 - Ongoing Registration
Archdiocesan Shared Event
CLASSES START ON SEPTEMBER 23, 2026 - VIA ZOOMThe Adult Confirmation Process of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a pre-sacramental program for adults (18 and older) who have already received the Catholic sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion and are seeking to receive the sacrament of Confirmation - El Proceso de Confirmación para Adultos de la Arquidiócesis de Chicago es un programa pre-sacramental para mayores de 18 años que ya han recibido los sacramentos católicos de Bautismo y Primera Comunión y desean recibir el sacramento de la Confirmación.
CRS and Caritas Venezuela Respond to Earthquakes
Archdiocesan Shared Event
ONGOING REQUEST TO DONATECRS and Caritas Venezuela are working to provide earthquake-affected families with critical aid... Together, CRS and Caritas Venezuela are working to quickly identify urgent needs, coordinate with humanitarian partners and deliver lifesaving assistance to the communities hardest hit by the earthquakes. PLEASE SUPPORT - DONATE!
Non-Parish Event of Interest
EVENTS FROM JUNE THROUGH OCTOBER 2026
ST. PETER'S IN THE LOOP CHURCH IN CHICAGO, ILSt. Peter's in the Loop invites you to celebrate the Jubilee Year of St. Francis. Come learn about our Franciscan heritage and learn how the beloved St. Francis continues to impact the world in which we live. Join us for Feast Day Masses, talks by Franciscan scholars, recitals, and special prayer events.
Christian Response to Fascism: In Conversation with Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Non-Parish Event of Interest
SEPTEMBER 8, 15 AND 22, 2026 - 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
PROGRAM HELD ON ZOOMThe Well Spirituality Center Event - 3 Sessions via Zoom on September 8, 15, and 22 - Featuring Dr. Reggie Williams - This three-part Zoom series will explore several of Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s writings during his resistance to the Nazi dictatorship, and questions they raise for our current times
Joyful Again! Retreat for Widows and Widowers
Non-Parish Event of Interest
SEPTEMBER 12 AND 13, 2026
UNIVERSITY OF ST. MARY OF THE LAKE IN MUNDELEIN, ILJoyful Again! is for both men and women (all ages) who have been widowed and are still trying to find hope and new joy in life. The next 2-Day Overnight Retreat / Workshop for Widowed Men and Women will be held on September 12 and 13, 2026, at the University of St. Mary of the Lake in Mundelein, IL - All are welcome!
Community Shared Event
FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH UNTIL OCTOBER 3, 2026
OAK PARK COMMUNITIESThe Village of Oak Park is excited to bring back the Oak Park Neighborhood Clean-Up for 2026. Building on the success of previous years, this community-driven initiative invites residents, families, and local groups to come together to help keep Oak Park clean, vibrant, and welcoming.
Peacemaking in Families Series
Non-Parish Event of Interest
FEBRUARY - NOVEMBER 2026 - 3RD SUNDAY OF THE MONTH
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH IN WESTERN SPRINGSThis series introduces Empowering Communication offering practical tools for healthy relationships, respectful dialogue, and staying connected through conflict, while strengthening relationships and exploring paths toward reconciliation. February - November, Eight 3 hour sessions, on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Western Springs.
Healing the Wounds of Abuse Retreat
Non-Parish Event of Interest
SEPTEMBER 29 - OCTOBER 4, 2026
BISHOP LANE RETREAT CENTER IN ROCKFORD, ILThe Grief to Grace Retreat in Rockford, Illinois, taking place September 29 - October 4, 2026, at Bishop Lane Retreat Center, is a Christ-centered, trauma-informed retreat offering a sacred and confidential space for individuals seeking healing from deep wounds, grief, and past trauma.
Pilgrimage to Spain and Portugal
Non-Parish Event of Interest
12 DAYS - OCTOBER 28 TO NOVEMBER 8, 2026Non-Parish Event of Interest - An Ecumenical Pilgrimage to Spain and Portugal with Sister Sue Paweski - 12 Days from October 28 to November 8, 2026 - Visiting: Salamanca, Segovia, Avila, Santiago de Compostela, Douro River Cruise, Porto, Fatima, Lisbon and more!
> More Non-Parish or Archdiocesan Events
Non-Parish Event of Interest
ONGOING EVENT - EVERYDAY AT 12 NOONStop. Pause. Pray. - For justice and understanding in the world! - Project Prayer at Noon was founded to address growing social division, fear, and injustice by harnessing one of humanity's oldest, most universal tools for change: unified, collective prayer.
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