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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 2
I have done some reflection on one of our more recent gospel stories and lessons from Jesus, Growing the Wheat Together. One of the greatest temptations in any community is to focus on the weeds... We bring different traditions, different histories, different ways of doing things, and different expectations. At times it can be tempting to compare, criticize, or become discouraged... Jesus asks us, “What kind of disciples are you becoming?”...Read More -
August 2
The Immigrants' Creed was written by Bishop Hector A. Burgos-Nunez, a United Methodist bishop from Puerto Rico. We are grateful for these words that so eloquently express our longing for God’s kingdom. We are grateful for the interfaith nature of our Migrant Ministry. We are grateful for the many volunteers who support this ministry... Thank you for making our work possible!... Donations are accepted on Monday mornings from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the former Saint Bernardine School...Read More -
August 1
The long, relaxing days of summer are floating by, like a leaf on a lazy river: moving faster than it appears. I think of Mary Oliver and her poem “Little Summer Poem Touching the Subject of Faith.”... How is your practice of noticing God going this summer? Perhaps you have experienced God’s goodness in nature or in your family? Maybe you have heard God at Mass, listening to the parables in the Gospel of Matthew? Or reflected on God at a Theology on the Green?...Read More -
August 1
Meet one of our Participants - Mr. and Mrs. Johnson have two children; a child who is a junior in high school and a child who is a seventh grader at one of our partner schools, Catalyst Circle Rock... Mrs. Johnson was matched with one of TNB’s knowledgeable volunteer Advocates... The Neighborhood Bridge is always in need of new volunteers. If you’re interested in learning about the various volunteer opportunities, please register here to come to our next Bridge Breakfast on September 12...Read More
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Select and View Upcoming Eventsbuilding Strong Communities and Parishes
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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.
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.
The Poetry of Mary Oliver: Summer Series
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 4, 2026 - 1:00-2:30 PM
ST. GILES SITE - CONFERENCE ROOM OF GLEESON BUILDINGThis series of 5 meetings will be jointly facilitated by Shelby Boblick and Jan Kieckhefer. Each meeting, we will provide hard copy of the 3 poems being discussed, and our time together will include conversation, silent reflection, art, and music. No advance preparation required. Each meeting will have a different theme.
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.
Caring for the Earth Video Series
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 6, 13 AND 20, 2026
ASCENSION AT ST. GILES CAMPUSESSt. Giles Campus - Join 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 6, 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 7, 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.
Joyful Again! Retreat for Widows and Widowers
Non-Parish Event of Interest
AUGUST 8-9, 2026
VISITATION PARISH IN ELMHURST, 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 Retreat / Workshop for Widowed Men and Women will be held on August 8-9, 2026, at Visitation Parish, Elmhurst, IL - All are welcome!
Rosary with the Knights of Columbus
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 8, 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!
Community Shared Event
SATURDAYS - NEXT ON AUGUST 8, 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.
One In Love LGBTQ+ Ministry Meeting
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 8, 2026 - 1:00 PM
ST. GILES SITE - PARISH CENTERLGBTQ+ individuals, their families and friends are welcome to share through deep listening circles.
Faith and Film Ministry Presents "SKETCH"
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 8, 2026 - AFTER THE 5:00 PM MASS
ST. EDMUND SITE - MURPHY HALLFaith and Film invites everyone to our monthly family film night - "SKETCH" is a wildly original family adventure - Tony Hale and d'Arcy Carden star in this wildly original family adventure - a heart-filled creature feature' Hollywood Insider' calls "dazzlingly inventive." - Come and relax, and have fun with us. Snacks and drinks are available for purchase.
Smart Summer Parenting Workshops
Non-Parish Event of Interest
AUGUST 16, 2026 - 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER IN OAK PARK, IL"Smart from the Start" - A Summer Series of FREE Parenting Workshops - Understand your child's emotional needs to help them thrive - Enjoy parenting more and connect with other parents - June 14 (Infants), July 12 (Toddlers and Preschoolers), and August 16 (School-Aged Children).
Come Join Us as We Pray the Rosary for Peace
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 19, 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. In August she appeared on the 19th and had the same clear message: “Pray the Rosary for Peace.” So, join us on Wednesday, August 19th, at 12 Noon as we gather in St. Giles Church to pray the rosary.
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.
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!
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).
Ongoing Registration for Summer Lector Training for Existing Lectors ONLY
TRAINING DATES - AUGUST 8, 2026
ASCENSION AND ST. EDMUND CHURCHAscension and St. Edmund Parish is offering a morning of training and formation for EXISTING Lectors ONLY on August 8 - The training is for either worship site - REGISTER NOW!
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 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.
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.
AUGUST 4, 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.
The Poetry of Mary Oliver: Summer Series
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 4, 2026 - 1:00-2:30 PM
ST. GILES SITE - CONFERENCE ROOM OF GLEESON BUILDINGThis series of 5 meetings will be jointly facilitated by Shelby Boblick and Jan Kieckhefer. Each meeting, we will provide hard copy of the 3 poems being discussed, and our time together will include conversation, silent reflection, art, and music. No advance preparation required. Each meeting will have a different theme.
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.
Caring for the Earth Video Series
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 6, 13 AND 20, 2026
ASCENSION AT ST. GILES CAMPUSESSt. Giles Campus - Join 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.
THURSDAYS - NEXT ON AUGUST 6, 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.
Community Shared Event
THURSDAYS - NEXT ON AUGUST 6, 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 7, 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.
Joyful Again! Retreat for Widows and Widowers
Non-Parish Event of Interest
AUGUST 8-9, 2026
VISITATION PARISH IN ELMHURST, 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 Retreat / Workshop for Widowed Men and Women will be held on August 8-9, 2026, at Visitation Parish, Elmhurst, IL - All are welcome!
Rosary with the Knights of Columbus
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 8, 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!
Community Shared Event
SATURDAYS - NEXT ON AUGUST 8, 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.
One In Love LGBTQ+ Ministry Meeting
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 8, 2026 - 1:00 PM
ST. GILES SITE - PARISH CENTERLGBTQ+ individuals, their families and friends are welcome to share through deep listening circles.
Faith and Film Ministry Presents "SKETCH"
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 8, 2026 - AFTER THE 5:00 PM MASS
ST. EDMUND SITE - MURPHY HALLFaith and Film invites everyone to our monthly family film night - "SKETCH" is a wildly original family adventure - Tony Hale and d'Arcy Carden star in this wildly original family adventure - a heart-filled creature feature' Hollywood Insider' calls "dazzlingly inventive." - Come and relax, and have fun with us. Snacks and drinks are available for purchase.
SUNDAYS - 9:00 AM
ASCENSION SITE - PARISH CENTER LIVING ROOMWe gather for shared prayer, discussion of the day's scripture and refreshments.
Coffee and... at St. Edmund Church
AUGUST 9, 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!
Children's Liturgy of the Word
AUGUST 9 AND 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.
AUGUST 15, 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.
Food Drive for St. Simon of Cyrene Food Pantry
AUGUST 15-16, 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
AUGUST 16, 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.
Smart Summer Parenting Workshops
Non-Parish Event of Interest
AUGUST 16, 2026 - 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER IN OAK PARK, IL"Smart from the Start" - A Summer Series of FREE Parenting Workshops - Understand your child's emotional needs to help them thrive - Enjoy parenting more and connect with other parents - June 14 (Infants), July 12 (Toddlers and Preschoolers), and August 16 (School-Aged Children).
AUGUST 17, 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.
Ascension and St. Edmund Book Club
AUGUST 18, 2026 - 6:00 PM
ST. EDMUND SITE - MURPHY HALLWe will be discussing The Trade Off by Samantha Green Woodruff - The Ascension and St. Edmund Book Club meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month for dinner and discussion.
Come Join Us as We Pray the Rosary for Peace
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 19, 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. In August she appeared on the 19th and had the same clear message: “Pray the Rosary for Peace.” So, join us on Wednesday, August 19th, at 12 Noon as we gather in St. Giles Church to pray the rosary.
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.
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!
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!
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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!
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.
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.
The Poetry of Mary Oliver: Summer Series
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 4, 2026 - 1:00-2:30 PM
ST. GILES SITE - CONFERENCE ROOM OF GLEESON BUILDINGThis series of 5 meetings will be jointly facilitated by Shelby Boblick and Jan Kieckhefer. Each meeting, we will provide hard copy of the 3 poems being discussed, and our time together will include conversation, silent reflection, art, and music. No advance preparation required. Each meeting will have a different theme.
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 5, 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.
Caring for the Earth Video Series
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 6, 13 AND 20, 2026
ASCENSION AT ST. GILES CAMPUSESSt. Giles Campus - Join 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 6, 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 7, 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.
Joyful Again! Retreat for Widows and Widowers
Non-Parish Event of Interest
AUGUST 8-9, 2026
VISITATION PARISH IN ELMHURST, 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 Retreat / Workshop for Widowed Men and Women will be held on August 8-9, 2026, at Visitation Parish, Elmhurst, IL - All are welcome!
Rosary with the Knights of Columbus
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 8, 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!
Community Shared Event
SATURDAYS - NEXT ON AUGUST 8, 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.
One In Love LGBTQ+ Ministry Meeting
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 8, 2026 - 1:00 PM
ST. GILES SITE - PARISH CENTERLGBTQ+ individuals, their families and friends are welcome to share through deep listening circles.
Faith and Film Ministry Presents "SKETCH"
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 8, 2026 - AFTER THE 5:00 PM MASS
ST. EDMUND SITE - MURPHY HALLFaith and Film invites everyone to our monthly family film night - "SKETCH" is a wildly original family adventure - Tony Hale and d'Arcy Carden star in this wildly original family adventure - a heart-filled creature feature' Hollywood Insider' calls "dazzlingly inventive." - Come and relax, and have fun with us. Snacks and drinks are available for purchase.
Smart Summer Parenting Workshops
Non-Parish Event of Interest
AUGUST 16, 2026 - 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER IN OAK PARK, IL"Smart from the Start" - A Summer Series of FREE Parenting Workshops - Understand your child's emotional needs to help them thrive - Enjoy parenting more and connect with other parents - June 14 (Infants), July 12 (Toddlers and Preschoolers), and August 16 (School-Aged Children).
Come Join Us as We Pray the Rosary for Peace
Community Shared Event
AUGUST 19, 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. In August she appeared on the 19th and had the same clear message: “Pray the Rosary for Peace.” So, join us on Wednesday, August 19th, at 12 Noon as we gather in St. Giles Church to pray the rosary.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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.
Joyful Again! Retreat for Widows and Widowers
Non-Parish Event of Interest
AUGUST 8-9, 2026
VISITATION PARISH IN ELMHURST, 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 Retreat / Workshop for Widowed Men and Women will be held on August 8-9, 2026, at Visitation Parish, Elmhurst, IL - All are welcome!
Smart Summer Parenting Workshops
Non-Parish Event of Interest
AUGUST 16, 2026 - 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER IN OAK PARK, IL"Smart from the Start" - A Summer Series of FREE Parenting Workshops - Understand your child's emotional needs to help them thrive - Enjoy parenting more and connect with other parents - June 14 (Infants), July 12 (Toddlers and Preschoolers), and August 16 (School-Aged Children).
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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