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2026 Registration for New Eucharistic Ministers - Ascension and St. Edmund Parish
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NEXT - New Catholics In Conversation
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Young Adult Ministry / Outreach
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St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles
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Oak Park Parishes Together
Find Ways to Serve in our Communities
The Neighborhood Bridge
Migrant Ministry
Overcoming Racism
ASP - Appalachia Service Project
Housing Forward Shelter
Faith and Fellowship
Food and Item Collections
SisterHouse Chicago
Alcoholics Anonymous
Ascension and St. Edmund
Ministering to Our Neighbors
Angel Cooks
Beyond Hunger
Giving Tree
Knights of Columbus
Marriage Mentors
Ministers of Care
St. Simon of Cyrene Sharing Parish
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Peace and Justice Committee
HOME (Honoring Our Mother Earth)
Susan Fleming Garden
Third Day Peace Garden
United Power for Peace and Justice
Anti-Racism
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Respect Life Committee
Prevent Domestic Violence
St. Vincent de Paul Society
Liturgical Ministries
Music Ministry
St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles
Anointing of the Sick
Bereavement
Beyond Hunger Food Pantry - Opportunity for Women
Ministry of Care - Communion to the Homebound
Prayer Circle
Prayer Shawl
Domestic Violence Outreach Ministry
Peace and Justice
Respect Life Ministry
Vine and Branches
Giving
How to Donate to Our Parishes
Giving and Stewardship at Ascension and St. Edmund Parish
Giving and Stewardship at St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles Parish
Gallery 2026
Prayer in the Spirit of Taizé - January 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
Rite of Acceptance and Welcoming - January 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
A Taste of Italy - February 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
Prayer in the Spirit of Taizé - February 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
Faith and Fellowship Detroit - January 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
African American Heritage Celebration 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
Confirmation Class - Service Retreat 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
Rites of Sending and Election 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
St. Patrick's Day Celebration 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
Prayer in the Spirit of Taizé - March 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
Sacrament of Confirmation 2026 - Ascension and St. Edmund Parish
Mission Day 2026 - Ascension School
Senior Mardi Gras Celebration 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
Senior Breakfast on St. Patrick's Day 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
Healing Prayer, Healing Song - March 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
Good Friday in the Spirit of Taizé - April 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
Easter Vigil 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
Migrant Ministry Easter Baskets 2026 - Ascension School
Sacrament of First Communion 2026 - St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles Parish
Sustainability Fair 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
Sacrament of Confirmation 2026 - St. Catherine of Siena-St. Linus and St. Giles Parish
Quinceañera Celebration - April 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
Healing Prayer, Healing Song - April 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
Blessing of Gardens 2026 - Ascension and St. Edmund Parish
Baptism Celebrations - April 2026 - St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles Parish
Sacrament of First Communion 2026 - Ascension and St. Edmund Parish
Julius' 30 Years of Music Ministry 2026 - St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles Parish
Baptism Celebrations - May 2026 - St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles Parish
Creation Liturgy - May 2026 - St. Catherine of Siena-St. Linus and St. Giles Parish
Stewardship Appreciation Brunch 2026 - Ascension and St. Edmund Parish
Parish Garden Updates - May 2026 - Ascension and St. Edmund Parish
Retirement Celebration for Sharon Leamy 2026 - St. Catherine-St. Lucy School
All Religious Education End-of-Year Mass 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
Celebrating Ascension Sunday 2026 - Ascension and St. Edmund Parish
CROP Hunger Walk 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
First Communion for Older Children 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
8th Grade Graduation Clap Out Parade 2026 - St. Giles School
Youth Ministry Night - May 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
School Final Mass and Blessing 2026 - St. Catherine-St. Lucy School
School Commencement Mass 2026 - Ascension School
Prayer in the Spirit of Taizé - June 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
Garden Ministry Updates - June 2026 - Ascension and St. Edmund Parish
Baptism Celebrations - June 2026 - St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles Parish
Vacation Bible School 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
Farewell to Sue Kaszynski 2026 - St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles Parish
Summer Courtyard Concerts - June 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
Celebration of Thanksgiving for Fr. Rex Pillai 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
Corpus Christi Procession 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
Religious Jubilee Celebrations 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
Baptism Celebrations - July 2026 - St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles Parish
Prayer in the Spirit of Taizé - July 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
Garden Ministry Updates - July 2026 - Ascension and St. Edmund Parish
Summer BBQ Potluck Dinner - Garden Ministry 2026 - Ascension and St. Edmund Parish
Garden Ministry Updates - August 2026 - Ascension and St. Edmund Parish
Baptism Celebrations - August 2026 - St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles Parish
Summer Courtyard Concerts - August 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
Quinceañera Celebration - August 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
100th Anniversary of St. Giles Campus - 2026 - St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles Parish
Beginning of School Year 2026-2027 - St. Giles School
First Day of the School Year 2026-2027 - Ascension School
Prayer in the Spirit of Taizé - September 2026 - Catholic Communities of Oak Park and Neighbors
School Classroom Blessing 2026 - Ascension School
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Oak Park Parishes Together
Who We Are - Our Parishes in Oak Park
I'm New - Is there a place for me?
Our Pastor's Weekly Letter
VIRTUS - Protecting God's Children
Partners in Mission
Spirit and Light Collaborative
Migrant Ministry
The Neighborhood Bridge
Ascension and St. Edmund
About Us - Mission and History
Our Clergy and Staff - Contact Us
Our Leadership Councils
Parish Bulletin and E-Newsletter
Parish Events
Parish Calendar
Parish Registration as a New Member
Update Parish Registration Information
Ascension School
Request a Sacramental Certificate
Submit a Room Request
Photo / Video Gallery
St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles
Take a First Look
Mission, History and Saints
Meet a Few Parishioners
Our Leadership Councils
Meet the Staff - Contact Us
Family Mass Community
Parish Bulletin and E-News
Parish Events
Parish Calendar
Parish Registration
Request a Sacramental Certificate
Submit a Room Request
Photo / Video Gallery
Our Schools
Ascension School
St. Catherine-St. Lucy School
St. Giles School
Worship & Pray
Oak Park Parishes Together
Mass and Reconciliation Schedule
Centering Prayer / Meditation
Contemplative Prayer
Eucharistic Adoration
Family Mass Community
Healing Prayer, Healing Song
Prayer Circle
Rosary
Prayer in the Spirit of Taizé
Seasonal Prayer
Ascension and St. Edmund
Mass and Reconciliation Schedule
Livestream Schedule
Mass Intentions
Prayer Requests
Funerals
Becoming Catholic (OCIA)
Sacraments
Liturgical Ministries
Music Ministry
Healing Prayer, Healing Song
Prayer in the Spirit of Taizé
Living the Word
Prayer Resources
St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles
Mass and Reconciliation Schedule
Livestream Schedule
Family Mass Community
Funeral Celebrations
Becoming Catholic (OCIA)
Sacraments
Liturgical Ministries
Music Ministry
Liturgy Committee
Mass Intentions
Prayer Requests
Grow & Learn
Oak Park Parishes Together
What is Spirit and Light Collaborative?
Spirit and Light Events
VIRTUS - Protecting God's Children
Our Schools
Ascension School
St. Catherine-St. Lucy School
St. Giles School
Sacrament Preparation
Sacrament Formation
Baptism
First Communion and First Reconciliation
Confirmation
High School Confirmation
Adult Christian Initiation (OCIA)
Marriage
Holy Orders
Anointing of the Sick
Need a Sacrament Certificate?
Spirit and Light - Youth Development
Religious Education
Youth Ministry
ASP - Appalachia Service Project
Quinceañera
Spirit and Light - Adult Spirituality
Lifelong Learning Events / Committee
Spiritual Classics
Young Adult Ministry
Bible Study
Centering Prayer / Meditation
Faith and Fellowship
NEXT - New Catholics In Conversation
Alpha Program
SPRED - Special Religious Education
One in Love LGBTQ+ Ministry
Belong & Connect
Oak Park Parishes Together
Black Catholics
Hispanic and Latino Catholics
LGBTQ+ Catholics
CCOP Seniors
Young Adult Ministry / Outreach
Ascension and St. Edmund
Parish Organizations and Clubs
Parish Spirituality and Prayer Groups
St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles
Parish Organizations and Clubs
Parish Spirituality and Prayer Groups
Serve & Support
Oak Park Parishes Together
Find Ways to Serve in our Communities
The Neighborhood Bridge
Migrant Ministry
Overcoming Racism
ASP - Appalachia Service Project
Housing Forward Shelter
Faith and Fellowship
Food and Item Collections
SisterHouse Chicago
Alcoholics Anonymous
Ascension and St. Edmund
Ministering to Our Neighbors
Social and Environmental Justice Ministries
Liturgical Ministries
Music Ministry
St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles
Anointing of the Sick
Bereavement
Beyond Hunger Food Pantry - Opportunity for Women
Ministry of Care - Communion to the Homebound
Prayer Circle
Prayer Shawl
Domestic Violence Outreach Ministry
Peace and Justice
Respect Life Ministry
Vine and Branches
Giving
How to Donate to Our Parishes
School Classroom Blessing 2026 -
Ascension School
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Fr. Mike blessed all of the Ascension School Classrooms following the first Back-to-School Mass
September 2, 2026
