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				1 Project Prayer at Noon Mary, The Holy Mother of God - New Year Mass Schedule 9:30 Bible Study on Zoom 7:30p Prayer in the Spirit of Taizé Month View January 1, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Mary, The Holy Mother of God - New Year Mass Schedule December 31 - January 1 A Holy Day of Obligation - We close out the Christmas octave - the eight days following the birth of Christ - with a day honoring Mary as the Mother of God. As the Mother of God, the Virgin Mary has a unique position among the saints, indeed, among all creatures. She is exalted, yet still one of us. Read More Bible Study on Zoom Thursday, January 1, 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM We meet on Thursdays at 9:30 AM via Zoom to discuss the following Sunday's readings and a chapter or two from one of the books of the Bible. Read More Prayer in the Spirit of Taizé Thursday, January 1, 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM Community Shared Event - Join us at Ascension Church at 7:30 PM 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. Read More	2 Project Prayer at Noon 7:00p Rosary on Zoom - Fridays Month View January 2, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Rosary on Zoom - Fridays Friday, January 2, 7:00 PM Community Shared Event - Join Deacon Kevin and Marci Morgan (St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles) on Zoom to pray the Rosary on Friday evenings at 7:00 PM. Read More	3 Project Prayer at Noon Epiphany Tradition - Home Blessing 8:30 Rosary for Peace - Saturdays 8:30 Beyond Hunger Food Pantry Opportunity 6:15p Faith and Film Presents "The Chosen" Season 3 Month View January 3, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Epiphany Tradition - Home Blessing January 3 - January 4 Community Shared Event - The custom of blessing homes on Epiphany began in the middle ages. On this feast, we welcome the gifts of Christ into our home for the year. With chalk, you can write the blessing on the main door: 20 +C +M +B 26. Blessed chalk will be available at all Masses this weekend of January 3-4. Read More Rosary for Peace - Saturdays Saturday, January 3, 8:30 AM Community Shared Event - We hold the Rosary for Peace in Honor of Our Blessed Mother every Saturday after the 8:00 AM Mass at St. Giles Church. Join us and pray for peace. Read More Beyond Hunger Food Pantry Opportunity Saturday, January 3, 8:30 AM - 10:45 AM Women 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. Read More Faith and Film Presents "The Chosen" Season 3 Saturday, January 3, 6:15 PM Community Shared Event - “ARE YOU READY TO DO THE HARD THINGS?” - All are invited! Please join Faith and Film Ministry at St. Edmund’s Murphy Hall after the 5:00 PM Mass on some Saturdays to WATCH - LEARN - DISCUSS - Season 3 of The Chosen. Read More
4 Project Prayer at Noon Epiphany Tradition - Home Blessing 9:00 Extending the Word Month View January 4, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Epiphany Tradition - Home Blessing January 3 - January 4 Community Shared Event - The custom of blessing homes on Epiphany began in the middle ages. On this feast, we welcome the gifts of Christ into our home for the year. With chalk, you can write the blessing on the main door: 20 +C +M +B 26. Blessed chalk will be available at all Masses this weekend of January 3-4. Read More Extending the Word Sunday, January 4, 9:00 AM This small faith group gathers every Sunday at 9:00 AM in the Ascension Parish Center Dining Room for discussion of the day's Scripture and refreshments. Read More	5 Project Prayer at Noon Housing Forward Volunteer Opportunity for Women 8:00p Young Adult Women's Bible Study Month View January 5, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Housing Forward Volunteer Opportunity for Women Monday, January 5 The 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. Read More Young Adult Women's Bible Study Monday, January 5, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM Community Shared Event - The Young Adult Women’s Bible Study meets each Monday at 8:00 PM to reflect on the scriptures of the week and supports each other in their walk of faith - Text for location! Read More	6 Project Prayer at Noon 1:30p Faith Sharing Group 4:00p Centering Prayer 6:45p Tuesdays with Paul for 7th-8th Grades Month View January 6, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Faith Sharing Group Tuesday, January 6, 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM This 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. Read More Centering Prayer Tuesday, January 6, 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM Community Shared Event - Join us on Tuesdays at 4:00 PM at St. Edmund Church to deepen your relationship with God; learn how to handle distractions while praying; find support and nourishment for your prayer life; experience community and share spiritual insights. Read More Tuesdays with Paul for 7th-8th Grades Tuesday, January 6, 6:45 PM - 8:00 PM Once a month on Tuesdays from 6:45 PM to 8:00 PM in the Ursuline Center at Ascension School, Paul Rubio, a dedicated catechist and faith-filled person, will hold a special session for 7th and 8th Grade Students to learn about faith and to encounter God in a transformative way! Read More	7 Project Prayer at Noon 1:30p 50+ Social Club - Theater Outing - Sister Act 6:00p Wednesday Night Bible Study Month View January 7, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More 50+ Social Club - Theater Outing - Sister Act Wednesday, January 7, 1:30 PM Join the 50+ Social Club on Wednesday, January 7, at 1:30 PM for our next theater outing, "Sister Act," at Drury Lane Theatre, Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $45 each. The deadline to purchase tickets is December 7 or until all tickets are sold. Read More Wednesday Night Bible Study Wednesday, January 7, 6:00 PM The St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles Wednesday Night Bible Study started a new series! - Come when you can to the St. Giles Parish Center at 7:00 PM - All are welcome from any parish or community - It is NOT necessary or required to attend each week. Read More	8 Project Prayer at Noon 9:30 Bible Study on Zoom 7:00p Eucharistic Adoration 7:00p Women's Spirituality Meeting 7:30p Surviving Divorce Program Month View January 8, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Bible Study on Zoom Thursday, January 8, 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM We meet on Thursdays at 9:30 AM via Zoom to discuss the following Sunday's readings and a chapter or two from one of the books of the Bible. Read More Eucharistic Adoration Thursday, January 8, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Community Shared Event - Everyone is invited to an hour of Eucharistic Adoration held every Thursday at 7:00 PM in St. Giles Church. This is your time to receive the actual grace and mercy of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. Read More Women's Spirituality Meeting Thursday, January 8, 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM The 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 in the Ascension Parish Center Dining Room. Read More Surviving Divorce Program Thursday, January 8, 7:30 PM Community Shared Event - Surviving Divorce was created to bring hope and healing to those who have experienced the pain and loneliness of a broken marriage. Meeting Twice Monthly on Thursdays at 7:30 PM starting November 13 at Saint Giles Campus. Read More	9 Project Prayer at Noon Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art 7:00p Rosary on Zoom - Fridays Month View January 9, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art January 9 - February 1 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Join us on February 1, 2026, for a lovely evening of delicious food, beautiful art, soaring Italian arias, and warm fellowship! All in support of Spirit and Light’s essential ministries! Featuring tenor, Joseph Madary, accompanied by Joey Chimes. Also featured are images of the Oak Park Catholic Church’s stained-glass windows photographed by Ed Siderewicz. Read More Rosary on Zoom - Fridays Friday, January 9, 7:00 PM Community Shared Event - Join Deacon Kevin and Marci Morgan (St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles) on Zoom to pray the Rosary on Friday evenings at 7:00 PM. Read More	10 Project Prayer at Noon Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art 8:00 Men's Society Mass, Coffee & Donuts 8:00 Rosary with the Knights of Columbus 8:30 Contemplative Prayer 8:30 Rosary for Peace - Saturdays 9:00 Calling all Little Lambs Ages 18 Months - 3 Years of Age! 1:00p One In Love LGBTQ+ Ministry 6:15p Faith and Film Presents "The Chosen" Season 3 Month View January 10, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art January 9 - February 1 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Join us on February 1, 2026, for a lovely evening of delicious food, beautiful art, soaring Italian arias, and warm fellowship! All in support of Spirit and Light’s essential ministries! Featuring tenor, Joseph Madary, accompanied by Joey Chimes. Also featured are images of the Oak Park Catholic Church’s stained-glass windows photographed by Ed Siderewicz. Read More Men's Society Mass, Coffee & Donuts Saturday, January 10, 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Join the brothers of St. Catherine-St. Lucy and St. Giles Parish for Mass and Fellowship at 8:00 AM with a special speaker or topic related to scriptures or activities within our parish community. Read More Rosary with the Knights of Columbus Saturday, January 10, 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM Community Shared Event - The 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! Read More Contemplative Prayer Saturday, January 10, 8:30 AM - 9:15 AM Community Shared Event - We practice the Christian meditation prayer on Saturdays at 8:30 AM at Ascension Church or via Zoom. Various tools include centering prayer, the Jesus prayer, the breath prayer, lectio divina, and labyrinth walking. Read More Rosary for Peace - Saturdays Saturday, January 10, 8:30 AM Community Shared Event - We hold the Rosary for Peace in Honor of Our Blessed Mother every Saturday after the 8:00 AM Mass at St. Giles Church. Join us and pray for peace. Read More Calling all Little Lambs Ages 18 Months - 3 Years of Age! Saturday, January 10, 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM Spirit and Light Shared Event - Parents and toddlers are invited to a special space prepared just for them! Please join us at our future offerings each month at St. Edmund in the newly designed Toddler Atrium room adjacent to Murphy Hall. Read More One In Love LGBTQ+ Ministry Saturday, January 10, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Community Shared Event - LGBTQ+ individuals, families and friends are welcome to join us at St. Giles Parish Center at 1:00 PM for a safe and respectful conversation, story sharing, resources or just listen to others with an open heart. Read More Faith and Film Presents "The Chosen" Season 3 Saturday, January 10, 6:15 PM Community Shared Event - “ARE YOU READY TO DO THE HARD THINGS?” - All are invited! Please join Faith and Film Ministry at St. Edmund’s Murphy Hall after the 5:00 PM Mass on some Saturdays to WATCH - LEARN - DISCUSS - Season 3 of The Chosen. Read More
11 Project Prayer at Noon Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art Coffee and... at St. Edmund Church 9:00 Extending the Word 10:30 Children's Liturgy of the Word Month View January 11, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art January 9 - February 1 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Join us on February 1, 2026, for a lovely evening of delicious food, beautiful art, soaring Italian arias, and warm fellowship! All in support of Spirit and Light’s essential ministries! Featuring tenor, Joseph Madary, accompanied by Joey Chimes. Also featured are images of the Oak Park Catholic Church’s stained-glass windows photographed by Ed Siderewicz. Read More Coffee and... at St. Edmund Church Sunday, January 11 Stop by Murphy Hall following the 9:15 AM Mass on Sunday morning for hospitality and fellowship! Read More Extending the Word Sunday, January 11, 9:00 AM This small faith group gathers every Sunday at 9:00 AM in the Ascension Parish Center Dining Room for discussion of the day's Scripture and refreshments. Read More Children's Liturgy of the Word Sunday, January 11, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Children's Liturgy of the Word takes place on the second and fourth Sundays of the month at the 10:30 AM Mass at Ascension Church. Leaders 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. Read More	12 Project Prayer at Noon Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art 1:00p Prayer Shawl Ministry Meeting 7:00p Peace and Justice Meeting 7:15p Next - New Catholics in Conversation 8:00p Young Adult Women's Bible Study Month View January 12, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art January 9 - February 1 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Join us on February 1, 2026, for a lovely evening of delicious food, beautiful art, soaring Italian arias, and warm fellowship! All in support of Spirit and Light’s essential ministries! Featuring tenor, Joseph Madary, accompanied by Joey Chimes. Also featured are images of the Oak Park Catholic Church’s stained-glass windows photographed by Ed Siderewicz. Read More Prayer Shawl Ministry Meeting Monday, January 12, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM The Prayer Shawl Ministers knit or crochet their shawls at home and then gather on the Second Monday of the month from 1:00 to 2:30 PM at the St. Giles Parish Center, to work on their shawls, pray for the recipients and enjoy each other’s company. Read More Peace and Justice Meeting Monday, January 12, 7:00 PM The 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. Read More Next - New Catholics in Conversation Monday, January 12, 7:15 PM - 8:15 PM Spirit and Light Shared Event - NEXT is a program for newer Catholics to explore the richness of the Catholic faith. Each session, we explore a fresh topic in faith and spiritual life through the Bible and faith-sharing - We meet on the second Monday of the month from 7:15 PM to 8:15 PM, ordinarily at the McGivern Center on the Saint Edmund Campus. Read More Young Adult Women's Bible Study Monday, January 12, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM Community Shared Event - The Young Adult Women’s Bible Study meets each Monday at 8:00 PM to reflect on the scriptures of the week and supports each other in their walk of faith - Text for location! Read More	13 Project Prayer at Noon Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art 4:00p Centering Prayer Month View January 13, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art January 9 - February 1 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Join us on February 1, 2026, for a lovely evening of delicious food, beautiful art, soaring Italian arias, and warm fellowship! All in support of Spirit and Light’s essential ministries! Featuring tenor, Joseph Madary, accompanied by Joey Chimes. Also featured are images of the Oak Park Catholic Church’s stained-glass windows photographed by Ed Siderewicz. Read More Centering Prayer Tuesday, January 13, 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM Community Shared Event - Join us on Tuesdays at 4:00 PM at St. Edmund Church to deepen your relationship with God; learn how to handle distractions while praying; find support and nourishment for your prayer life; experience community and share spiritual insights. Read More	14 Project Prayer at Noon Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art 6:00p Wednesday Night Bible Study Month View January 14, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art January 9 - February 1 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Join us on February 1, 2026, for a lovely evening of delicious food, beautiful art, soaring Italian arias, and warm fellowship! All in support of Spirit and Light’s essential ministries! Featuring tenor, Joseph Madary, accompanied by Joey Chimes. Also featured are images of the Oak Park Catholic Church’s stained-glass windows photographed by Ed Siderewicz. Read More Wednesday Night Bible Study Wednesday, January 14, 6:00 PM The St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles Wednesday Night Bible Study started a new series! - Come when you can to the St. Giles Parish Center at 7:00 PM - All are welcome from any parish or community - It is NOT necessary or required to attend each week. Read More	15 Project Prayer at Noon Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! 9:30 Bible Study on Zoom 7:00p Eucharistic Adoration Month View January 15, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art January 9 - February 1 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Join us on February 1, 2026, for a lovely evening of delicious food, beautiful art, soaring Italian arias, and warm fellowship! All in support of Spirit and Light’s essential ministries! Featuring tenor, Joseph Madary, accompanied by Joey Chimes. Also featured are images of the Oak Park Catholic Church’s stained-glass windows photographed by Ed Siderewicz. Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! January 15 - March 17 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Program starts on March 17, 2026 - If you are looking for a place to share a meal, watch an interesting video and wrestle with questions at the core of faith and life - come and see! At Alpha, you can ask anything - It's a safe space to question life, faith, and meaning. You're invited no matter your background or beliefs. Read More Bible Study on Zoom Thursday, January 15, 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM We meet on Thursdays at 9:30 AM via Zoom to discuss the following Sunday's readings and a chapter or two from one of the books of the Bible. Read More Eucharistic Adoration Thursday, January 15, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Community Shared Event - Everyone is invited to an hour of Eucharistic Adoration held every Thursday at 7:00 PM in St. Giles Church. This is your time to receive the actual grace and mercy of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. Read More	16 Project Prayer at Noon Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! 7:00p Rosary on Zoom - Fridays Month View January 16, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art January 9 - February 1 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Join us on February 1, 2026, for a lovely evening of delicious food, beautiful art, soaring Italian arias, and warm fellowship! All in support of Spirit and Light’s essential ministries! Featuring tenor, Joseph Madary, accompanied by Joey Chimes. Also featured are images of the Oak Park Catholic Church’s stained-glass windows photographed by Ed Siderewicz. Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! January 15 - March 17 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Program starts on March 17, 2026 - If you are looking for a place to share a meal, watch an interesting video and wrestle with questions at the core of faith and life - come and see! At Alpha, you can ask anything - It's a safe space to question life, faith, and meaning. You're invited no matter your background or beliefs. Read More Rosary on Zoom - Fridays Friday, January 16, 7:00 PM Community Shared Event - Join Deacon Kevin and Marci Morgan (St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles) on Zoom to pray the Rosary on Friday evenings at 7:00 PM. Read More	17 Project Prayer at Noon Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 8:00 Men's Spirituality 8:30 Contemplative Prayer 8:30 Rosary for Peace - Saturdays 6:15p Faith and Film - "The Chosen - Season 4" Month View January 17, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art January 9 - February 1 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Join us on February 1, 2026, for a lovely evening of delicious food, beautiful art, soaring Italian arias, and warm fellowship! All in support of Spirit and Light’s essential ministries! Featuring tenor, Joseph Madary, accompanied by Joey Chimes. Also featured are images of the Oak Park Catholic Church’s stained-glass windows photographed by Ed Siderewicz. Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! January 15 - March 17 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Program starts on March 17, 2026 - If you are looking for a place to share a meal, watch an interesting video and wrestle with questions at the core of faith and life - come and see! At Alpha, you can ask anything - It's a safe space to question life, faith, and meaning. You're invited no matter your background or beliefs. Read More Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 January 17 - February 28 The Saint Catherine of Siena-Saint Lucy and Saint Giles Men’s Society presents: Sports Trivia 18 on Saturday, February 28 - Doors Open at 5:30 PM CDT - First Question at 7:00 PM CDT - At Trinity High School Gym in River Forest, Illinois - Assemble your team of six and get ready for the greatest sports trivia event on the planet - Great questions, prizes, beer, food and company. Read More Men's Spirituality Saturday, January 17, 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM This 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. Read More Contemplative Prayer Saturday, January 17, 8:30 AM - 9:15 AM Community Shared Event - We practice the Christian meditation prayer on Saturdays at 8:30 AM at Ascension Church or via Zoom. Various tools include centering prayer, the Jesus prayer, the breath prayer, lectio divina, and labyrinth walking. Read More Rosary for Peace - Saturdays Saturday, January 17, 8:30 AM Community Shared Event - We hold the Rosary for Peace in Honor of Our Blessed Mother every Saturday after the 8:00 AM Mass at St. Giles Church. Join us and pray for peace. Read More Faith and Film - "The Chosen - Season 4" Saturday, January 17, 6:15 PM Community Shared Event - All are invited! Please join Faith and Film Ministry at St. Edmund’s Murphy Hall after the 5:00 PM Mass on some Saturdays to WATCH - LEARN - DISCUSS - Season 4 of The Chosen Read More
18 Project Prayer at Noon Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 Hospitality at Ascension Church 9:00 Extending the Word Month View January 18, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art January 9 - February 1 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Join us on February 1, 2026, for a lovely evening of delicious food, beautiful art, soaring Italian arias, and warm fellowship! All in support of Spirit and Light’s essential ministries! Featuring tenor, Joseph Madary, accompanied by Joey Chimes. Also featured are images of the Oak Park Catholic Church’s stained-glass windows photographed by Ed Siderewicz. Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! January 15 - March 17 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Program starts on March 17, 2026 - If you are looking for a place to share a meal, watch an interesting video and wrestle with questions at the core of faith and life - come and see! At Alpha, you can ask anything - It's a safe space to question life, faith, and meaning. You're invited no matter your background or beliefs. Read More Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 January 17 - February 28 The Saint Catherine of Siena-Saint Lucy and Saint Giles Men’s Society presents: Sports Trivia 18 on Saturday, February 28 - Doors Open at 5:30 PM CDT - First Question at 7:00 PM CDT - At Trinity High School Gym in River Forest, Illinois - Assemble your team of six and get ready for the greatest sports trivia event on the planet - Great questions, prizes, beer, food and company. Read More Hospitality at Ascension Church Sunday, January 18 Stop by the Parish Green following the 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM Mass for refreshments and fellowship. The Ascension Hospitality Team provides coffee and donuts following these Masses at Ascension Church. Read More Extending the Word Sunday, January 18, 9:00 AM This small faith group gathers every Sunday at 9:00 AM in the Ascension Parish Center Dining Room for discussion of the day's Scripture and refreshments. Read More	19 Project Prayer at Noon Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 7:30p Mom's Faith Sharing 8:00p Young Adult Women's Bible Study Month View January 19, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art January 9 - February 1 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Join us on February 1, 2026, for a lovely evening of delicious food, beautiful art, soaring Italian arias, and warm fellowship! All in support of Spirit and Light’s essential ministries! Featuring tenor, Joseph Madary, accompanied by Joey Chimes. Also featured are images of the Oak Park Catholic Church’s stained-glass windows photographed by Ed Siderewicz. Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! January 15 - March 17 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Program starts on March 17, 2026 - If you are looking for a place to share a meal, watch an interesting video and wrestle with questions at the core of faith and life - come and see! At Alpha, you can ask anything - It's a safe space to question life, faith, and meaning. You're invited no matter your background or beliefs. Read More Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 January 17 - February 28 The Saint Catherine of Siena-Saint Lucy and Saint Giles Men’s Society presents: Sports Trivia 18 on Saturday, February 28 - Doors Open at 5:30 PM CDT - First Question at 7:00 PM CDT - At Trinity High School Gym in River Forest, Illinois - Assemble your team of six and get ready for the greatest sports trivia event on the planet - Great questions, prizes, beer, food and company. Read More Mom's Faith Sharing Monday, January 19, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM The 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. Read More Young Adult Women's Bible Study Monday, January 19, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM Community Shared Event - The Young Adult Women’s Bible Study meets each Monday at 8:00 PM to reflect on the scriptures of the week and supports each other in their walk of faith - Text for location! Read More	20 Project Prayer at Noon Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 4:00p Centering Prayer 6:00p Ascension and St. Edmund Book Club Month View January 20, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art January 9 - February 1 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Join us on February 1, 2026, for a lovely evening of delicious food, beautiful art, soaring Italian arias, and warm fellowship! All in support of Spirit and Light’s essential ministries! Featuring tenor, Joseph Madary, accompanied by Joey Chimes. Also featured are images of the Oak Park Catholic Church’s stained-glass windows photographed by Ed Siderewicz. Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! January 15 - March 17 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Program starts on March 17, 2026 - If you are looking for a place to share a meal, watch an interesting video and wrestle with questions at the core of faith and life - come and see! At Alpha, you can ask anything - It's a safe space to question life, faith, and meaning. You're invited no matter your background or beliefs. Read More Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 January 17 - February 28 The Saint Catherine of Siena-Saint Lucy and Saint Giles Men’s Society presents: Sports Trivia 18 on Saturday, February 28 - Doors Open at 5:30 PM CDT - First Question at 7:00 PM CDT - At Trinity High School Gym in River Forest, Illinois - Assemble your team of six and get ready for the greatest sports trivia event on the planet - Great questions, prizes, beer, food and company. Read More Centering Prayer Tuesday, January 20, 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM Community Shared Event - Join us on Tuesdays at 4:00 PM at St. Edmund Church to deepen your relationship with God; learn how to handle distractions while praying; find support and nourishment for your prayer life; experience community and share spiritual insights. Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Book Club Tuesday, January 20, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM We will be discussing The Frozen River by Ariel Lawson - The Ascension and St. Edmund Book Club meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:00 PM in Murphy Hall (St. Edmund Site) for discussion. Read More	21 Project Prayer at Noon Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 6:00p Wednesday Night Bible Study Month View January 21, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art January 9 - February 1 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Join us on February 1, 2026, for a lovely evening of delicious food, beautiful art, soaring Italian arias, and warm fellowship! All in support of Spirit and Light’s essential ministries! Featuring tenor, Joseph Madary, accompanied by Joey Chimes. Also featured are images of the Oak Park Catholic Church’s stained-glass windows photographed by Ed Siderewicz. Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! January 15 - March 17 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Program starts on March 17, 2026 - If you are looking for a place to share a meal, watch an interesting video and wrestle with questions at the core of faith and life - come and see! At Alpha, you can ask anything - It's a safe space to question life, faith, and meaning. You're invited no matter your background or beliefs. Read More Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 January 17 - February 28 The Saint Catherine of Siena-Saint Lucy and Saint Giles Men’s Society presents: Sports Trivia 18 on Saturday, February 28 - Doors Open at 5:30 PM CDT - First Question at 7:00 PM CDT - At Trinity High School Gym in River Forest, Illinois - Assemble your team of six and get ready for the greatest sports trivia event on the planet - Great questions, prizes, beer, food and company. Read More Wednesday Night Bible Study Wednesday, January 21, 6:00 PM The St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles Wednesday Night Bible Study started a new series! - Come when you can to the St. Giles Parish Center at 7:00 PM - All are welcome from any parish or community - It is NOT necessary or required to attend each week. Read More	22 Project Prayer at Noon Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 Registration for Adult Confirmation Classes 9:30 Bible Study on Zoom 7:00p Eucharistic Adoration 7:30p Surviving Divorce Program Month View January 22, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art January 9 - February 1 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Join us on February 1, 2026, for a lovely evening of delicious food, beautiful art, soaring Italian arias, and warm fellowship! All in support of Spirit and Light’s essential ministries! Featuring tenor, Joseph Madary, accompanied by Joey Chimes. Also featured are images of the Oak Park Catholic Church’s stained-glass windows photographed by Ed Siderewicz. Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! January 15 - March 17 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Program starts on March 17, 2026 - If you are looking for a place to share a meal, watch an interesting video and wrestle with questions at the core of faith and life - come and see! At Alpha, you can ask anything - It's a safe space to question life, faith, and meaning. You're invited no matter your background or beliefs. Read More Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 January 17 - February 28 The Saint Catherine of Siena-Saint Lucy and Saint Giles Men’s Society presents: Sports Trivia 18 on Saturday, February 28 - Doors Open at 5:30 PM CDT - First Question at 7:00 PM CDT - At Trinity High School Gym in River Forest, Illinois - Assemble your team of six and get ready for the greatest sports trivia event on the planet - Great questions, prizes, beer, food and company. Read More Registration for Adult Confirmation Classes January 22 - February 18 Archdiocesan Shared Event - Have you been baptized and made your First Holy Communion in the Catholic Church, but never been sealed with the Gifts of the Holy Spirit through the sacrament of Confirmation? The Archdiocese's eight-week spring formation, in either English or Spanish, will begin on Wednesday, March 11, via Zoom. Read More Bible Study on Zoom Thursday, January 22, 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM We meet on Thursdays at 9:30 AM via Zoom to discuss the following Sunday's readings and a chapter or two from one of the books of the Bible. Read More Eucharistic Adoration Thursday, January 22, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Community Shared Event - Everyone is invited to an hour of Eucharistic Adoration held every Thursday at 7:00 PM in St. Giles Church. This is your time to receive the actual grace and mercy of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. Read More Surviving Divorce Program Thursday, January 22, 7:30 PM Community Shared Event - Surviving Divorce was created to bring hope and healing to those who have experienced the pain and loneliness of a broken marriage. Meeting Twice Monthly on Thursdays at 7:30 PM starting November 13 at Saint Giles Campus. Read More	23 Project Prayer at Noon Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 Registration for Adult Confirmation Classes Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Registration for Ascension School Trivia Night St. Giles School - Casino Night Sponsorship Opportunities Kathy Adams Scholarship Application is Now Available Tickets Are Available for the Ascension School Blue Tie Gala Ascension School Starts Year End Appeal 7:00p Rosary on Zoom - Fridays Month View January 23, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art January 9 - February 1 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Join us on February 1, 2026, for a lovely evening of delicious food, beautiful art, soaring Italian arias, and warm fellowship! All in support of Spirit and Light’s essential ministries! Featuring tenor, Joseph Madary, accompanied by Joey Chimes. Also featured are images of the Oak Park Catholic Church’s stained-glass windows photographed by Ed Siderewicz. Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! January 15 - March 17 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Program starts on March 17, 2026 - If you are looking for a place to share a meal, watch an interesting video and wrestle with questions at the core of faith and life - come and see! At Alpha, you can ask anything - It's a safe space to question life, faith, and meaning. You're invited no matter your background or beliefs. Read More Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 January 17 - February 28 The Saint Catherine of Siena-Saint Lucy and Saint Giles Men’s Society presents: Sports Trivia 18 on Saturday, February 28 - Doors Open at 5:30 PM CDT - First Question at 7:00 PM CDT - At Trinity High School Gym in River Forest, Illinois - Assemble your team of six and get ready for the greatest sports trivia event on the planet - Great questions, prizes, beer, food and company. Read More Registration for Adult Confirmation Classes January 22 - February 18 Archdiocesan Shared Event - Have you been baptized and made your First Holy Communion in the Catholic Church, but never been sealed with the Gifts of the Holy Spirit through the sacrament of Confirmation? The Archdiocese's eight-week spring formation, in either English or Spanish, will begin on Wednesday, March 11, via Zoom. Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish January 23 - January 31 Ongoing Invitation to Support - Since 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. Read More Registration for Ascension School Trivia Night January 23 - February 21 Get your friends together and brush up all of your MUSIC, MOVIES and TV knowledge for Ascension Trivia Night! $25 per person/$250 per team of 10. Trivia Night is a 21+ event. Please bring food for your table, but drinks will be available for purchase. Enter through Door #1 on Van Buren and proceed downstairs to the Pine Room. Read More St. Giles School - Casino Night Sponsorship Opportunities January 23 - March 7 St. Giles School will hold a Casino Night Fundraiser on March 7, 2026. Sponsorship opportunities are now available online! High Roller ($5,000) - Pit Boss ($2,500) - Card Shark ($1,500) - Dealer ($1,000) - The Bank ($500) Read More Kathy Adams Scholarship Application is Now Available January 23 - February 16 Non-Parish Event of Interest - The Kathy McMahon Adams Fund provides $1,500 college scholarships to graduates of Ascension School and parishioners at Ascension and St. Edmund Parish who are either high school seniors or current college students. Special consideration is given to students majoring in education. Applications will be accepted until February 16, 2026. Read More Tickets Are Available for the Ascension School Blue Tie Gala January 23 - February 7 Join us on Saturday, February 7 to honor Beth White. Beth taught third grade at Ascension for many years before becoming the school's first Director of Student Services. Beth was a staunch advocate for students, a great resource and support to teachers, and a huge comfort to families. Buy your Golden Tickets NOW to enter to win a trip to Costa Rica, Tuscany, Nashville or Kentucky. Read More Ascension School Starts Year End Appeal January 23 - January 31 We believe that every family who desires a Catholic education should have access to one. 27% of our students receive some level of financial assistance. With your help we can reach our year end fundraising goal. Read More Rosary on Zoom - Fridays Friday, January 23, 7:00 PM Community Shared Event - Join Deacon Kevin and Marci Morgan (St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles) on Zoom to pray the Rosary on Friday evenings at 7:00 PM. Read More	24 Project Prayer at Noon Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 Registration for Adult Confirmation Classes Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Registration for Ascension School Trivia Night St. Giles School - Casino Night Sponsorship Opportunities Kathy Adams Scholarship Application is Now Available Tickets Are Available for the Ascension School Blue Tie Gala Ascension School Starts Year End Appeal "Living the Word" Books for Sale 8:30 Contemplative Prayer 8:30 Rosary for Peace - Saturdays 6:15p Faith and Film - "The Chosen - Season 4" Month View January 24, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art January 9 - February 1 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Join us on February 1, 2026, for a lovely evening of delicious food, beautiful art, soaring Italian arias, and warm fellowship! All in support of Spirit and Light’s essential ministries! Featuring tenor, Joseph Madary, accompanied by Joey Chimes. Also featured are images of the Oak Park Catholic Church’s stained-glass windows photographed by Ed Siderewicz. Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! January 15 - March 17 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Program starts on March 17, 2026 - If you are looking for a place to share a meal, watch an interesting video and wrestle with questions at the core of faith and life - come and see! At Alpha, you can ask anything - It's a safe space to question life, faith, and meaning. You're invited no matter your background or beliefs. Read More Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 January 17 - February 28 The Saint Catherine of Siena-Saint Lucy and Saint Giles Men’s Society presents: Sports Trivia 18 on Saturday, February 28 - Doors Open at 5:30 PM CDT - First Question at 7:00 PM CDT - At Trinity High School Gym in River Forest, Illinois - Assemble your team of six and get ready for the greatest sports trivia event on the planet - Great questions, prizes, beer, food and company. Read More Registration for Adult Confirmation Classes January 22 - February 18 Archdiocesan Shared Event - Have you been baptized and made your First Holy Communion in the Catholic Church, but never been sealed with the Gifts of the Holy Spirit through the sacrament of Confirmation? The Archdiocese's eight-week spring formation, in either English or Spanish, will begin on Wednesday, March 11, via Zoom. Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish January 23 - January 31 Ongoing Invitation to Support - Since 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. Read More Registration for Ascension School Trivia Night January 23 - February 21 Get your friends together and brush up all of your MUSIC, MOVIES and TV knowledge for Ascension Trivia Night! $25 per person/$250 per team of 10. Trivia Night is a 21+ event. Please bring food for your table, but drinks will be available for purchase. Enter through Door #1 on Van Buren and proceed downstairs to the Pine Room. Read More St. Giles School - Casino Night Sponsorship Opportunities January 23 - March 7 St. Giles School will hold a Casino Night Fundraiser on March 7, 2026. Sponsorship opportunities are now available online! High Roller ($5,000) - Pit Boss ($2,500) - Card Shark ($1,500) - Dealer ($1,000) - The Bank ($500) Read More Kathy Adams Scholarship Application is Now Available January 23 - February 16 Non-Parish Event of Interest - The Kathy McMahon Adams Fund provides $1,500 college scholarships to graduates of Ascension School and parishioners at Ascension and St. Edmund Parish who are either high school seniors or current college students. Special consideration is given to students majoring in education. Applications will be accepted until February 16, 2026. Read More Tickets Are Available for the Ascension School Blue Tie Gala January 23 - February 7 Join us on Saturday, February 7 to honor Beth White. Beth taught third grade at Ascension for many years before becoming the school's first Director of Student Services. Beth was a staunch advocate for students, a great resource and support to teachers, and a huge comfort to families. Buy your Golden Tickets NOW to enter to win a trip to Costa Rica, Tuscany, Nashville or Kentucky. Read More Ascension School Starts Year End Appeal January 23 - January 31 We believe that every family who desires a Catholic education should have access to one. 27% of our students receive some level of financial assistance. With your help we can reach our year end fundraising goal. Read More "Living the Word" Books for Sale January 24 - January 31 LIVING THE WORD Scripture reflection books are available for the new liturgical year that began with the first Sunday of Advent. Living the Word is a weekly scripture/reflection resource. Books are available at the main entrance of Ascension Church. The cost is $10. Read More Contemplative Prayer Saturday, January 24, 8:30 AM - 9:15 AM Community Shared Event - We practice the Christian meditation prayer on Saturdays at 8:30 AM at Ascension Church or via Zoom. Various tools include centering prayer, the Jesus prayer, the breath prayer, lectio divina, and labyrinth walking. Read More Rosary for Peace - Saturdays Saturday, January 24, 8:30 AM Community Shared Event - We hold the Rosary for Peace in Honor of Our Blessed Mother every Saturday after the 8:00 AM Mass at St. Giles Church. Join us and pray for peace. Read More Faith and Film - "The Chosen - Season 4" Saturday, January 24, 6:15 PM Community Shared Event - All are invited! Please join Faith and Film Ministry at St. Edmund’s Murphy Hall after the 5:00 PM Mass on some Saturdays to WATCH - LEARN - DISCUSS - Season 4 of The Chosen Read More
25 Project Prayer at Noon Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 Registration for Adult Confirmation Classes Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Registration for Ascension School Trivia Night St. Giles School - Casino Night Sponsorship Opportunities Kathy Adams Scholarship Application is Now Available Tickets Are Available for the Ascension School Blue Tie Gala Ascension School Starts Year End Appeal "Living the Word" Books for Sale 9:00 Extending the Word 10:30 Children's Liturgy of the Word 5:00p Young Adult Community Mass Month View January 25, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art January 9 - February 1 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Join us on February 1, 2026, for a lovely evening of delicious food, beautiful art, soaring Italian arias, and warm fellowship! All in support of Spirit and Light’s essential ministries! Featuring tenor, Joseph Madary, accompanied by Joey Chimes. Also featured are images of the Oak Park Catholic Church’s stained-glass windows photographed by Ed Siderewicz. Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! January 15 - March 17 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Program starts on March 17, 2026 - If you are looking for a place to share a meal, watch an interesting video and wrestle with questions at the core of faith and life - come and see! At Alpha, you can ask anything - It's a safe space to question life, faith, and meaning. You're invited no matter your background or beliefs. Read More Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 January 17 - February 28 The Saint Catherine of Siena-Saint Lucy and Saint Giles Men’s Society presents: Sports Trivia 18 on Saturday, February 28 - Doors Open at 5:30 PM CDT - First Question at 7:00 PM CDT - At Trinity High School Gym in River Forest, Illinois - Assemble your team of six and get ready for the greatest sports trivia event on the planet - Great questions, prizes, beer, food and company. Read More Registration for Adult Confirmation Classes January 22 - February 18 Archdiocesan Shared Event - Have you been baptized and made your First Holy Communion in the Catholic Church, but never been sealed with the Gifts of the Holy Spirit through the sacrament of Confirmation? The Archdiocese's eight-week spring formation, in either English or Spanish, will begin on Wednesday, March 11, via Zoom. Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish January 23 - January 31 Ongoing Invitation to Support - Since 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. Read More Registration for Ascension School Trivia Night January 23 - February 21 Get your friends together and brush up all of your MUSIC, MOVIES and TV knowledge for Ascension Trivia Night! $25 per person/$250 per team of 10. Trivia Night is a 21+ event. Please bring food for your table, but drinks will be available for purchase. Enter through Door #1 on Van Buren and proceed downstairs to the Pine Room. Read More St. Giles School - Casino Night Sponsorship Opportunities January 23 - March 7 St. Giles School will hold a Casino Night Fundraiser on March 7, 2026. Sponsorship opportunities are now available online! High Roller ($5,000) - Pit Boss ($2,500) - Card Shark ($1,500) - Dealer ($1,000) - The Bank ($500) Read More Kathy Adams Scholarship Application is Now Available January 23 - February 16 Non-Parish Event of Interest - The Kathy McMahon Adams Fund provides $1,500 college scholarships to graduates of Ascension School and parishioners at Ascension and St. Edmund Parish who are either high school seniors or current college students. Special consideration is given to students majoring in education. Applications will be accepted until February 16, 2026. Read More Tickets Are Available for the Ascension School Blue Tie Gala January 23 - February 7 Join us on Saturday, February 7 to honor Beth White. Beth taught third grade at Ascension for many years before becoming the school's first Director of Student Services. Beth was a staunch advocate for students, a great resource and support to teachers, and a huge comfort to families. Buy your Golden Tickets NOW to enter to win a trip to Costa Rica, Tuscany, Nashville or Kentucky. Read More Ascension School Starts Year End Appeal January 23 - January 31 We believe that every family who desires a Catholic education should have access to one. 27% of our students receive some level of financial assistance. With your help we can reach our year end fundraising goal. Read More "Living the Word" Books for Sale January 24 - January 31 LIVING THE WORD Scripture reflection books are available for the new liturgical year that began with the first Sunday of Advent. Living the Word is a weekly scripture/reflection resource. Books are available at the main entrance of Ascension Church. The cost is $10. Read More Extending the Word Sunday, January 25, 9:00 AM This small faith group gathers every Sunday at 9:00 AM in the Ascension Parish Center Dining Room for discussion of the day's Scripture and refreshments. Read More Children's Liturgy of the Word Sunday, January 25, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Children's Liturgy of the Word takes place on the second and fourth Sundays of the month at the 10:30 AM Mass at Ascension Church. Leaders 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. Read More Young Adult Community Mass Sunday, January 25, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Community Shared Event - This 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! Read More	26 Project Prayer at Noon Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 Registration for Adult Confirmation Classes Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Registration for Ascension School Trivia Night St. Giles School - Casino Night Sponsorship Opportunities Kathy Adams Scholarship Application is Now Available Tickets Are Available for the Ascension School Blue Tie Gala Ascension School Starts Year End Appeal "Living the Word" Books for Sale 8:00p Young Adult Women's Bible Study Month View January 26, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art January 9 - February 1 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Join us on February 1, 2026, for a lovely evening of delicious food, beautiful art, soaring Italian arias, and warm fellowship! All in support of Spirit and Light’s essential ministries! Featuring tenor, Joseph Madary, accompanied by Joey Chimes. Also featured are images of the Oak Park Catholic Church’s stained-glass windows photographed by Ed Siderewicz. Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! January 15 - March 17 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Program starts on March 17, 2026 - If you are looking for a place to share a meal, watch an interesting video and wrestle with questions at the core of faith and life - come and see! At Alpha, you can ask anything - It's a safe space to question life, faith, and meaning. You're invited no matter your background or beliefs. Read More Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 January 17 - February 28 The Saint Catherine of Siena-Saint Lucy and Saint Giles Men’s Society presents: Sports Trivia 18 on Saturday, February 28 - Doors Open at 5:30 PM CDT - First Question at 7:00 PM CDT - At Trinity High School Gym in River Forest, Illinois - Assemble your team of six and get ready for the greatest sports trivia event on the planet - Great questions, prizes, beer, food and company. Read More Registration for Adult Confirmation Classes January 22 - February 18 Archdiocesan Shared Event - Have you been baptized and made your First Holy Communion in the Catholic Church, but never been sealed with the Gifts of the Holy Spirit through the sacrament of Confirmation? The Archdiocese's eight-week spring formation, in either English or Spanish, will begin on Wednesday, March 11, via Zoom. Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish January 23 - January 31 Ongoing Invitation to Support - Since 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. Read More Registration for Ascension School Trivia Night January 23 - February 21 Get your friends together and brush up all of your MUSIC, MOVIES and TV knowledge for Ascension Trivia Night! $25 per person/$250 per team of 10. Trivia Night is a 21+ event. Please bring food for your table, but drinks will be available for purchase. Enter through Door #1 on Van Buren and proceed downstairs to the Pine Room. Read More St. Giles School - Casino Night Sponsorship Opportunities January 23 - March 7 St. Giles School will hold a Casino Night Fundraiser on March 7, 2026. Sponsorship opportunities are now available online! High Roller ($5,000) - Pit Boss ($2,500) - Card Shark ($1,500) - Dealer ($1,000) - The Bank ($500) Read More Kathy Adams Scholarship Application is Now Available January 23 - February 16 Non-Parish Event of Interest - The Kathy McMahon Adams Fund provides $1,500 college scholarships to graduates of Ascension School and parishioners at Ascension and St. Edmund Parish who are either high school seniors or current college students. Special consideration is given to students majoring in education. Applications will be accepted until February 16, 2026. Read More Tickets Are Available for the Ascension School Blue Tie Gala January 23 - February 7 Join us on Saturday, February 7 to honor Beth White. Beth taught third grade at Ascension for many years before becoming the school's first Director of Student Services. Beth was a staunch advocate for students, a great resource and support to teachers, and a huge comfort to families. Buy your Golden Tickets NOW to enter to win a trip to Costa Rica, Tuscany, Nashville or Kentucky. Read More Ascension School Starts Year End Appeal January 23 - January 31 We believe that every family who desires a Catholic education should have access to one. 27% of our students receive some level of financial assistance. With your help we can reach our year end fundraising goal. Read More "Living the Word" Books for Sale January 24 - January 31 LIVING THE WORD Scripture reflection books are available for the new liturgical year that began with the first Sunday of Advent. Living the Word is a weekly scripture/reflection resource. Books are available at the main entrance of Ascension Church. The cost is $10. Read More Young Adult Women's Bible Study Monday, January 26, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM Community Shared Event - The Young Adult Women’s Bible Study meets each Monday at 8:00 PM to reflect on the scriptures of the week and supports each other in their walk of faith - Text for location! Read More	27 Project Prayer at Noon Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 Registration for Adult Confirmation Classes Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Registration for Ascension School Trivia Night St. Giles School - Casino Night Sponsorship Opportunities Kathy Adams Scholarship Application is Now Available Tickets Are Available for the Ascension School Blue Tie Gala Ascension School Starts Year End Appeal "Living the Word" Books for Sale 4:00p Centering Prayer 7:00p "The Prophetic Tradition" with Peter O'Leary 7:00p Women's Book Club Month View January 27, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art January 9 - February 1 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Join us on February 1, 2026, for a lovely evening of delicious food, beautiful art, soaring Italian arias, and warm fellowship! All in support of Spirit and Light’s essential ministries! Featuring tenor, Joseph Madary, accompanied by Joey Chimes. Also featured are images of the Oak Park Catholic Church’s stained-glass windows photographed by Ed Siderewicz. Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! January 15 - March 17 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Program starts on March 17, 2026 - If you are looking for a place to share a meal, watch an interesting video and wrestle with questions at the core of faith and life - come and see! At Alpha, you can ask anything - It's a safe space to question life, faith, and meaning. You're invited no matter your background or beliefs. Read More Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 January 17 - February 28 The Saint Catherine of Siena-Saint Lucy and Saint Giles Men’s Society presents: Sports Trivia 18 on Saturday, February 28 - Doors Open at 5:30 PM CDT - First Question at 7:00 PM CDT - At Trinity High School Gym in River Forest, Illinois - Assemble your team of six and get ready for the greatest sports trivia event on the planet - Great questions, prizes, beer, food and company. Read More Registration for Adult Confirmation Classes January 22 - February 18 Archdiocesan Shared Event - Have you been baptized and made your First Holy Communion in the Catholic Church, but never been sealed with the Gifts of the Holy Spirit through the sacrament of Confirmation? The Archdiocese's eight-week spring formation, in either English or Spanish, will begin on Wednesday, March 11, via Zoom. Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish January 23 - January 31 Ongoing Invitation to Support - Since 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. Read More Registration for Ascension School Trivia Night January 23 - February 21 Get your friends together and brush up all of your MUSIC, MOVIES and TV knowledge for Ascension Trivia Night! $25 per person/$250 per team of 10. Trivia Night is a 21+ event. Please bring food for your table, but drinks will be available for purchase. Enter through Door #1 on Van Buren and proceed downstairs to the Pine Room. Read More St. Giles School - Casino Night Sponsorship Opportunities January 23 - March 7 St. Giles School will hold a Casino Night Fundraiser on March 7, 2026. Sponsorship opportunities are now available online! High Roller ($5,000) - Pit Boss ($2,500) - Card Shark ($1,500) - Dealer ($1,000) - The Bank ($500) Read More Kathy Adams Scholarship Application is Now Available January 23 - February 16 Non-Parish Event of Interest - The Kathy McMahon Adams Fund provides $1,500 college scholarships to graduates of Ascension School and parishioners at Ascension and St. Edmund Parish who are either high school seniors or current college students. Special consideration is given to students majoring in education. Applications will be accepted until February 16, 2026. Read More Tickets Are Available for the Ascension School Blue Tie Gala January 23 - February 7 Join us on Saturday, February 7 to honor Beth White. Beth taught third grade at Ascension for many years before becoming the school's first Director of Student Services. Beth was a staunch advocate for students, a great resource and support to teachers, and a huge comfort to families. Buy your Golden Tickets NOW to enter to win a trip to Costa Rica, Tuscany, Nashville or Kentucky. Read More Ascension School Starts Year End Appeal January 23 - January 31 We believe that every family who desires a Catholic education should have access to one. 27% of our students receive some level of financial assistance. With your help we can reach our year end fundraising goal. Read More "Living the Word" Books for Sale January 24 - January 31 LIVING THE WORD Scripture reflection books are available for the new liturgical year that began with the first Sunday of Advent. Living the Word is a weekly scripture/reflection resource. Books are available at the main entrance of Ascension Church. The cost is $10. Read More Centering Prayer Tuesday, January 27, 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM Community Shared Event - Join us on Tuesdays at 4:00 PM at St. Edmund Church to deepen your relationship with God; learn how to handle distractions while praying; find support and nourishment for your prayer life; experience community and share spiritual insights. Read More "The Prophetic Tradition" with Peter O'Leary Tuesday, January 27, 7:00 PM Spirit and Light Lifelong Learning presents "The Prophetic Tradition" with Peter O'Leary - A Three-Part Series on Tuesdays, January 27 and February 3, 10 at 7:00 PM in Murphy Hall at St. Edmund Campus - How might the prophetic tradition of scripture speak to us in these times? How might that tradition show us how to bear prophetic witness to what we are seeing and experiencing? Read More Women's Book Club Tuesday, January 27, 7:00 PM Interested 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 soon! Read More	28 Project Prayer at Noon Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 Registration for Adult Confirmation Classes Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Registration for Ascension School Trivia Night St. Giles School - Casino Night Sponsorship Opportunities Kathy Adams Scholarship Application is Now Available Tickets Are Available for the Ascension School Blue Tie Gala Ascension School Starts Year End Appeal "Living the Word" Books for Sale 10:00 GriefShare Support Group 6:00p Wednesday Night Bible Study Month View January 28, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art January 9 - February 1 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Join us on February 1, 2026, for a lovely evening of delicious food, beautiful art, soaring Italian arias, and warm fellowship! All in support of Spirit and Light’s essential ministries! Featuring tenor, Joseph Madary, accompanied by Joey Chimes. Also featured are images of the Oak Park Catholic Church’s stained-glass windows photographed by Ed Siderewicz. Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! January 15 - March 17 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Program starts on March 17, 2026 - If you are looking for a place to share a meal, watch an interesting video and wrestle with questions at the core of faith and life - come and see! At Alpha, you can ask anything - It's a safe space to question life, faith, and meaning. You're invited no matter your background or beliefs. Read More Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 January 17 - February 28 The Saint Catherine of Siena-Saint Lucy and Saint Giles Men’s Society presents: Sports Trivia 18 on Saturday, February 28 - Doors Open at 5:30 PM CDT - First Question at 7:00 PM CDT - At Trinity High School Gym in River Forest, Illinois - Assemble your team of six and get ready for the greatest sports trivia event on the planet - Great questions, prizes, beer, food and company. Read More Registration for Adult Confirmation Classes January 22 - February 18 Archdiocesan Shared Event - Have you been baptized and made your First Holy Communion in the Catholic Church, but never been sealed with the Gifts of the Holy Spirit through the sacrament of Confirmation? The Archdiocese's eight-week spring formation, in either English or Spanish, will begin on Wednesday, March 11, via Zoom. Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish January 23 - January 31 Ongoing Invitation to Support - Since 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. Read More Registration for Ascension School Trivia Night January 23 - February 21 Get your friends together and brush up all of your MUSIC, MOVIES and TV knowledge for Ascension Trivia Night! $25 per person/$250 per team of 10. Trivia Night is a 21+ event. Please bring food for your table, but drinks will be available for purchase. Enter through Door #1 on Van Buren and proceed downstairs to the Pine Room. Read More St. Giles School - Casino Night Sponsorship Opportunities January 23 - March 7 St. Giles School will hold a Casino Night Fundraiser on March 7, 2026. Sponsorship opportunities are now available online! High Roller ($5,000) - Pit Boss ($2,500) - Card Shark ($1,500) - Dealer ($1,000) - The Bank ($500) Read More Kathy Adams Scholarship Application is Now Available January 23 - February 16 Non-Parish Event of Interest - The Kathy McMahon Adams Fund provides $1,500 college scholarships to graduates of Ascension School and parishioners at Ascension and St. Edmund Parish who are either high school seniors or current college students. Special consideration is given to students majoring in education. Applications will be accepted until February 16, 2026. Read More Tickets Are Available for the Ascension School Blue Tie Gala January 23 - February 7 Join us on Saturday, February 7 to honor Beth White. Beth taught third grade at Ascension for many years before becoming the school's first Director of Student Services. Beth was a staunch advocate for students, a great resource and support to teachers, and a huge comfort to families. Buy your Golden Tickets NOW to enter to win a trip to Costa Rica, Tuscany, Nashville or Kentucky. Read More Ascension School Starts Year End Appeal January 23 - January 31 We believe that every family who desires a Catholic education should have access to one. 27% of our students receive some level of financial assistance. With your help we can reach our year end fundraising goal. Read More "Living the Word" Books for Sale January 24 - January 31 LIVING THE WORD Scripture reflection books are available for the new liturgical year that began with the first Sunday of Advent. Living the Word is a weekly scripture/reflection resource. Books are available at the main entrance of Ascension Church. The cost is $10. Read More GriefShare Support Group Wednesday, January 28, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Community Shared Event - At a GriefShare group in our community on Wednesdays (January 28 through April 22) at St. Giles Campus, you'll find understanding, guidance, relief, and a safe place to navigate the challenges of grief - Help and encouragement after the death of a loved one! - Come join us! Read More Wednesday Night Bible Study Wednesday, January 28, 6:00 PM The St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles Wednesday Night Bible Study started a new series! - Come when you can to the St. Giles Parish Center at 7:00 PM - All are welcome from any parish or community - It is NOT necessary or required to attend each week. Read More	29 Project Prayer at Noon Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 Registration for Adult Confirmation Classes Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Registration for Ascension School Trivia Night St. Giles School - Casino Night Sponsorship Opportunities Kathy Adams Scholarship Application is Now Available Tickets Are Available for the Ascension School Blue Tie Gala Ascension School Starts Year End Appeal "Living the Word" Books for Sale Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Companions Journeying Together - Mother's Day Card Collection 9:30 Bible Study on Zoom 7:00p Eucharistic Adoration Month View January 29, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art January 9 - February 1 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Join us on February 1, 2026, for a lovely evening of delicious food, beautiful art, soaring Italian arias, and warm fellowship! All in support of Spirit and Light’s essential ministries! Featuring tenor, Joseph Madary, accompanied by Joey Chimes. Also featured are images of the Oak Park Catholic Church’s stained-glass windows photographed by Ed Siderewicz. Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! January 15 - March 17 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Program starts on March 17, 2026 - If you are looking for a place to share a meal, watch an interesting video and wrestle with questions at the core of faith and life - come and see! At Alpha, you can ask anything - It's a safe space to question life, faith, and meaning. You're invited no matter your background or beliefs. Read More Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 January 17 - February 28 The Saint Catherine of Siena-Saint Lucy and Saint Giles Men’s Society presents: Sports Trivia 18 on Saturday, February 28 - Doors Open at 5:30 PM CDT - First Question at 7:00 PM CDT - At Trinity High School Gym in River Forest, Illinois - Assemble your team of six and get ready for the greatest sports trivia event on the planet - Great questions, prizes, beer, food and company. Read More Registration for Adult Confirmation Classes January 22 - February 18 Archdiocesan Shared Event - Have you been baptized and made your First Holy Communion in the Catholic Church, but never been sealed with the Gifts of the Holy Spirit through the sacrament of Confirmation? The Archdiocese's eight-week spring formation, in either English or Spanish, will begin on Wednesday, March 11, via Zoom. Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish January 23 - January 31 Ongoing Invitation to Support - Since 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. Read More Registration for Ascension School Trivia Night January 23 - February 21 Get your friends together and brush up all of your MUSIC, MOVIES and TV knowledge for Ascension Trivia Night! $25 per person/$250 per team of 10. Trivia Night is a 21+ event. Please bring food for your table, but drinks will be available for purchase. Enter through Door #1 on Van Buren and proceed downstairs to the Pine Room. Read More St. Giles School - Casino Night Sponsorship Opportunities January 23 - March 7 St. Giles School will hold a Casino Night Fundraiser on March 7, 2026. Sponsorship opportunities are now available online! High Roller ($5,000) - Pit Boss ($2,500) - Card Shark ($1,500) - Dealer ($1,000) - The Bank ($500) Read More Kathy Adams Scholarship Application is Now Available January 23 - February 16 Non-Parish Event of Interest - The Kathy McMahon Adams Fund provides $1,500 college scholarships to graduates of Ascension School and parishioners at Ascension and St. Edmund Parish who are either high school seniors or current college students. Special consideration is given to students majoring in education. Applications will be accepted until February 16, 2026. Read More Tickets Are Available for the Ascension School Blue Tie Gala January 23 - February 7 Join us on Saturday, February 7 to honor Beth White. Beth taught third grade at Ascension for many years before becoming the school's first Director of Student Services. Beth was a staunch advocate for students, a great resource and support to teachers, and a huge comfort to families. Buy your Golden Tickets NOW to enter to win a trip to Costa Rica, Tuscany, Nashville or Kentucky. Read More Ascension School Starts Year End Appeal January 23 - January 31 We believe that every family who desires a Catholic education should have access to one. 27% of our students receive some level of financial assistance. With your help we can reach our year end fundraising goal. Read More "Living the Word" Books for Sale January 24 - January 31 LIVING THE WORD Scripture reflection books are available for the new liturgical year that began with the first Sunday of Advent. Living the Word is a weekly scripture/reflection resource. Books are available at the main entrance of Ascension Church. The cost is $10. Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir January 29 - February 28 New members are most welcome to join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir. We are especially in need of tenors and basses to round out the sound. Mid-February is a perfect time of year to join us as we prepare for the Sundays of Lent, Holy Week, and Easter. St. Edmund Choir rehearses about three Wednesday evenings (beginning at 7:00 PM) and sings three of the Saturday 5:00 PM Masses each month with some exceptions. Read More Companions Journeying Together - Mother's Day Card Collection January 29 - March 1 Communication with loved ones is very important for people who are imprisoned. It helps keep them grounded and better prepares them for their release. It’s important to the families as well. We facilitate the communication process by providing cards and stationery to juveniles, women, and men so they have materials to use, especially at Mother’s Day. Once again, we are asking for your help. Read More Bible Study on Zoom Thursday, January 29, 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM We meet on Thursdays at 9:30 AM via Zoom to discuss the following Sunday's readings and a chapter or two from one of the books of the Bible. Read More Eucharistic Adoration Thursday, January 29, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Community Shared Event - Everyone is invited to an hour of Eucharistic Adoration held every Thursday at 7:00 PM in St. Giles Church. This is your time to receive the actual grace and mercy of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. Read More	30 Project Prayer at Noon Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 Registration for Adult Confirmation Classes Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Registration for Ascension School Trivia Night St. Giles School - Casino Night Sponsorship Opportunities Kathy Adams Scholarship Application is Now Available Tickets Are Available for the Ascension School Blue Tie Gala Ascension School Starts Year End Appeal "Living the Word" Books for Sale Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Companions Journeying Together - Mother's Day Card Collection 7:00p Rosary on Zoom - Fridays Month View January 30, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art January 9 - February 1 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Join us on February 1, 2026, for a lovely evening of delicious food, beautiful art, soaring Italian arias, and warm fellowship! All in support of Spirit and Light’s essential ministries! Featuring tenor, Joseph Madary, accompanied by Joey Chimes. Also featured are images of the Oak Park Catholic Church’s stained-glass windows photographed by Ed Siderewicz. Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! January 15 - March 17 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Program starts on March 17, 2026 - If you are looking for a place to share a meal, watch an interesting video and wrestle with questions at the core of faith and life - come and see! At Alpha, you can ask anything - It's a safe space to question life, faith, and meaning. You're invited no matter your background or beliefs. Read More Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 January 17 - February 28 The Saint Catherine of Siena-Saint Lucy and Saint Giles Men’s Society presents: Sports Trivia 18 on Saturday, February 28 - Doors Open at 5:30 PM CDT - First Question at 7:00 PM CDT - At Trinity High School Gym in River Forest, Illinois - Assemble your team of six and get ready for the greatest sports trivia event on the planet - Great questions, prizes, beer, food and company. Read More Registration for Adult Confirmation Classes January 22 - February 18 Archdiocesan Shared Event - Have you been baptized and made your First Holy Communion in the Catholic Church, but never been sealed with the Gifts of the Holy Spirit through the sacrament of Confirmation? The Archdiocese's eight-week spring formation, in either English or Spanish, will begin on Wednesday, March 11, via Zoom. Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish January 23 - January 31 Ongoing Invitation to Support - Since 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. Read More Registration for Ascension School Trivia Night January 23 - February 21 Get your friends together and brush up all of your MUSIC, MOVIES and TV knowledge for Ascension Trivia Night! $25 per person/$250 per team of 10. Trivia Night is a 21+ event. Please bring food for your table, but drinks will be available for purchase. Enter through Door #1 on Van Buren and proceed downstairs to the Pine Room. Read More St. Giles School - Casino Night Sponsorship Opportunities January 23 - March 7 St. Giles School will hold a Casino Night Fundraiser on March 7, 2026. Sponsorship opportunities are now available online! High Roller ($5,000) - Pit Boss ($2,500) - Card Shark ($1,500) - Dealer ($1,000) - The Bank ($500) Read More Kathy Adams Scholarship Application is Now Available January 23 - February 16 Non-Parish Event of Interest - The Kathy McMahon Adams Fund provides $1,500 college scholarships to graduates of Ascension School and parishioners at Ascension and St. Edmund Parish who are either high school seniors or current college students. Special consideration is given to students majoring in education. Applications will be accepted until February 16, 2026. Read More Tickets Are Available for the Ascension School Blue Tie Gala January 23 - February 7 Join us on Saturday, February 7 to honor Beth White. Beth taught third grade at Ascension for many years before becoming the school's first Director of Student Services. Beth was a staunch advocate for students, a great resource and support to teachers, and a huge comfort to families. Buy your Golden Tickets NOW to enter to win a trip to Costa Rica, Tuscany, Nashville or Kentucky. Read More Ascension School Starts Year End Appeal January 23 - January 31 We believe that every family who desires a Catholic education should have access to one. 27% of our students receive some level of financial assistance. With your help we can reach our year end fundraising goal. Read More "Living the Word" Books for Sale January 24 - January 31 LIVING THE WORD Scripture reflection books are available for the new liturgical year that began with the first Sunday of Advent. Living the Word is a weekly scripture/reflection resource. Books are available at the main entrance of Ascension Church. The cost is $10. Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir January 29 - February 28 New members are most welcome to join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir. We are especially in need of tenors and basses to round out the sound. Mid-February is a perfect time of year to join us as we prepare for the Sundays of Lent, Holy Week, and Easter. St. Edmund Choir rehearses about three Wednesday evenings (beginning at 7:00 PM) and sings three of the Saturday 5:00 PM Masses each month with some exceptions. Read More Companions Journeying Together - Mother's Day Card Collection January 29 - March 1 Communication with loved ones is very important for people who are imprisoned. It helps keep them grounded and better prepares them for their release. It’s important to the families as well. We facilitate the communication process by providing cards and stationery to juveniles, women, and men so they have materials to use, especially at Mother’s Day. Once again, we are asking for your help. Read More Rosary on Zoom - Fridays Friday, January 30, 7:00 PM Community Shared Event - Join Deacon Kevin and Marci Morgan (St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles) on Zoom to pray the Rosary on Friday evenings at 7:00 PM. Read More	31 Project Prayer at Noon Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 Registration for Adult Confirmation Classes Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Registration for Ascension School Trivia Night St. Giles School - Casino Night Sponsorship Opportunities Kathy Adams Scholarship Application is Now Available Tickets Are Available for the Ascension School Blue Tie Gala Ascension School Starts Year End Appeal "Living the Word" Books for Sale Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Companions Journeying Together - Mother's Day Card Collection Food First Collection Diaper Collection 8:15 Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop 8:30 Ministry of Care Training 8:30 Contemplative Prayer 8:30 Rosary for Peace - Saturdays 6:00p Soup and Bread... at St. Edmund Church 6:00p Prevent Gun Violence Vigil 7:00p Women's of SC-SL and SG - Winter 2026 Cook-Off Event Month View January 31, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - January 31 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Stop. 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. Read More Ongoing Registration for A Taste of Italy - A Night of Pasta, Music and Art January 9 - February 1 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Join us on February 1, 2026, for a lovely evening of delicious food, beautiful art, soaring Italian arias, and warm fellowship! All in support of Spirit and Light’s essential ministries! Featuring tenor, Joseph Madary, accompanied by Joey Chimes. Also featured are images of the Oak Park Catholic Church’s stained-glass windows photographed by Ed Siderewicz. Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for The Alpha Course - At the Table! January 15 - March 17 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Program starts on March 17, 2026 - If you are looking for a place to share a meal, watch an interesting video and wrestle with questions at the core of faith and life - come and see! At Alpha, you can ask anything - It's a safe space to question life, faith, and meaning. You're invited no matter your background or beliefs. Read More Ongoing Registration for Men's Society Sports Trivia 18 January 17 - February 28 The Saint Catherine of Siena-Saint Lucy and Saint Giles Men’s Society presents: Sports Trivia 18 on Saturday, February 28 - Doors Open at 5:30 PM CDT - First Question at 7:00 PM CDT - At Trinity High School Gym in River Forest, Illinois - Assemble your team of six and get ready for the greatest sports trivia event on the planet - Great questions, prizes, beer, food and company. Read More Registration for Adult Confirmation Classes January 22 - February 18 Archdiocesan Shared Event - Have you been baptized and made your First Holy Communion in the Catholic Church, but never been sealed with the Gifts of the Holy Spirit through the sacrament of Confirmation? The Archdiocese's eight-week spring formation, in either English or Spanish, will begin on Wednesday, March 11, via Zoom. Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish January 23 - January 31 Ongoing Invitation to Support - Since 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. Read More Registration for Ascension School Trivia Night January 23 - February 21 Get your friends together and brush up all of your MUSIC, MOVIES and TV knowledge for Ascension Trivia Night! $25 per person/$250 per team of 10. Trivia Night is a 21+ event. Please bring food for your table, but drinks will be available for purchase. Enter through Door #1 on Van Buren and proceed downstairs to the Pine Room. Read More St. Giles School - Casino Night Sponsorship Opportunities January 23 - March 7 St. Giles School will hold a Casino Night Fundraiser on March 7, 2026. Sponsorship opportunities are now available online! High Roller ($5,000) - Pit Boss ($2,500) - Card Shark ($1,500) - Dealer ($1,000) - The Bank ($500) Read More Kathy Adams Scholarship Application is Now Available January 23 - February 16 Non-Parish Event of Interest - The Kathy McMahon Adams Fund provides $1,500 college scholarships to graduates of Ascension School and parishioners at Ascension and St. Edmund Parish who are either high school seniors or current college students. Special consideration is given to students majoring in education. Applications will be accepted until February 16, 2026. Read More Tickets Are Available for the Ascension School Blue Tie Gala January 23 - February 7 Join us on Saturday, February 7 to honor Beth White. Beth taught third grade at Ascension for many years before becoming the school's first Director of Student Services. Beth was a staunch advocate for students, a great resource and support to teachers, and a huge comfort to families. Buy your Golden Tickets NOW to enter to win a trip to Costa Rica, Tuscany, Nashville or Kentucky. Read More Ascension School Starts Year End Appeal January 23 - January 31 We believe that every family who desires a Catholic education should have access to one. 27% of our students receive some level of financial assistance. With your help we can reach our year end fundraising goal. Read More "Living the Word" Books for Sale January 24 - January 31 LIVING THE WORD Scripture reflection books are available for the new liturgical year that began with the first Sunday of Advent. Living the Word is a weekly scripture/reflection resource. Books are available at the main entrance of Ascension Church. The cost is $10. Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir January 29 - February 28 New members are most welcome to join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir. We are especially in need of tenors and basses to round out the sound. Mid-February is a perfect time of year to join us as we prepare for the Sundays of Lent, Holy Week, and Easter. St. Edmund Choir rehearses about three Wednesday evenings (beginning at 7:00 PM) and sings three of the Saturday 5:00 PM Masses each month with some exceptions. Read More Companions Journeying Together - Mother's Day Card Collection January 29 - March 1 Communication with loved ones is very important for people who are imprisoned. It helps keep them grounded and better prepares them for their release. It’s important to the families as well. We facilitate the communication process by providing cards and stationery to juveniles, women, and men so they have materials to use, especially at Mother’s Day. Once again, we are asking for your help. Read More Food First Collection January 31 - February 1 St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles Parish has their Food First Collection on the First Weekend of the Month at St. Giles Church - Please bring your donations of canned or shelf-stable food and paper products with you to any of the first weekend Masses. Read More Diaper Collection January 31 - February 1 The Knights of Columbus and the St. Edmund Diaper Ministry collect diapers and other items on the first weekend of the month for The Neighborhood Bridge, Housing Forward, and Beyond Hunger. Read More Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop Saturday, January 31, 8:15 AM - 12:30 PM Spirit and Light Shared Event - Are you looking for a way to explore or deepen your relationship with God? This workshop will provide the basics of a centuries-old method of silent prayer which facilitates opening our minds and hearts to wordless communion with God. Read More Ministry of Care Training Saturday, January 31, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Archdiocesan Shared Event - Ministers of Care bring the Eucharist to Catholics from all walks of life who are unable to participate in the Eucharistic Liturgy at their parishes. Ministry of Care training will be offered on January 31 at Advent Health LaGrange Hospital. Read More Contemplative Prayer Saturday, January 31, 8:30 AM - 9:15 AM Community Shared Event - We practice the Christian meditation prayer on Saturdays at 8:30 AM at Ascension Church or via Zoom. Various tools include centering prayer, the Jesus prayer, the breath prayer, lectio divina, and labyrinth walking. Read More Rosary for Peace - Saturdays Saturday, January 31, 8:30 AM Community Shared Event - We hold the Rosary for Peace in Honor of Our Blessed Mother every Saturday after the 8:00 AM Mass at St. Giles Church. Join us and pray for peace. Read More Soup and Bread... at St. Edmund Church Saturday, January 31, 6:00 PM Join us for Soup and Bread on the last Saturday in January 2026 following the 5:00 PM Mass in Murphy Hall. Home made soups and bread are served. Read More Prevent Gun Violence Vigil Saturday, January 31, 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM The Prevent Gun Violence Vigil will be held on the last Saturday of the month following the 5:00 PM Mass in the north transept of St. Edmund Church. Read More Women's of SC-SL and SG - Winter 2026 Cook-Off Event Saturday, January 31, 7:00 PM Join the Women of St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles Parish for a Winter 2026 Cook-Off Event at St. Giles McDonough Hall. Willing women cook and taste our way through the best of Ina Garten’s Barefoot Contessa cookbooks. It’s free, but BYOB! Read More