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			1 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser 10:00 GriefShare Support Group Month View April 1, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More GriefShare Support Group Wednesday, April 1, 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! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	2 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser 9:30 Bible Study on Zoom Month View April 2, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Bible Study on Zoom Thursday, April 2, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	3 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser 3:00p Prayer in the Spirit of Taizé Month View April 3, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Prayer in the Spirit of Taizé Friday, April 3, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Community Shared Event - Join us at Ascension Church at 3:00 PM (NOTE EARLIER TIME ON GOOD FRIDAY) 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	4 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser 8:30 Rosary for Peace - Saturdays 8:30 Beyond Hunger Food Pantry Opportunity Month View April 4, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Rosary for Peace - Saturdays Saturday, April 4, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Beyond Hunger Food Pantry Opportunity Saturday, April 4, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More
5 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser 9:00 Extending the Word Month View April 5, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Extending the Word Sunday, April 5, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	6 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Housing Forward Volunteer Opportunity for Women 8:00p Young Adult Women's Bible Study Month View April 6, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Housing Forward Volunteer Opportunity for Women Monday, April 6 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Young Adult Women's Bible Study Monday, April 6, 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! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	7 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Ongoing Reservation for Ladies' Noon Out Ongoing RSVP for the Celebration of Julius White's 30+ Years of Ministry 1:30p Faith Sharing Group 4:00p Centering Prayer 6:30p The Alpha Course - At the Table! 7:00p Spiritual Classics - Encountering the Risen Christ Month View April 7, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed April 7 - April 24 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has committed to providing meals and volunteers 2 days per month (April 10 and April 24) - Meal Prep - Brown Bag Lunch Prep - Dinner or Breakfast Host - If you are interested in learning more, would like to help in the future, or would like to receive the link to our SignUpGenius schedule, please contact Jane Houle, Coordinator. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Reservation for Ladies' Noon Out April 7 - April 10 Please join the All Women's Cooperative of Ascension and St. Edmund Parish at the 2026 Ladies' Noon Out on Saturday, April 18, to celebrate the Women of the Choirs at the Oak Park Country Club. Reservations are needed by Friday, April 10. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing RSVP for the Celebration of Julius White's 30+ Years of Ministry April 7 - April 16 Let us celebrate and say thank you to Julius White on April 26 from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM at Maguire Hall for his more than 30 years of ministry and service to St. Catherine-St. Lucy Church as Director of the Praise Choir. Please RSVP by April 16, 2026. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Faith Sharing Group Tuesday, April 7, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Centering Prayer Tuesday, April 7, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More The Alpha Course - At the Table! Tuesday, April 7, 6:30 PM Spirit and Light Shared Event - Alpha is a welcoming space to explore questions of life, faith, and meaning - open to everyone, regardless of background or belief. Once a week on Tuesdays at 6:30 PM in St. Giles McDonough Hall for 11 weeks, participants gather for a delicious dinner, watch a short video on a question of faith, and share thoughts in an open conversation. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Spiritual Classics - Encountering the Risen Christ Tuesday, April 7, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Spirit and Light Shared Event - As the Easter season begins, we’ll discuss Houselander’s short and powerful book, The Risen Christ, at the next Spiritual Classics Gathering at 7:00 PM at Ascension Parish Center Dining Room - Jeff Wood will lead the discussion. All Oak Park parishes are welcome. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	8 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Ongoing Reservation for Ladies' Noon Out Ongoing RSVP for the Celebration of Julius White's 30+ Years of Ministry Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration Ongoing Sign-Up for Teacher Hiring Fair: West Side Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 Peacemaking in Families Series Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 10:00 GriefShare Support Group 6:00p Wednesday Night Bible Study Month View April 8, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed April 7 - April 24 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has committed to providing meals and volunteers 2 days per month (April 10 and April 24) - Meal Prep - Brown Bag Lunch Prep - Dinner or Breakfast Host - If you are interested in learning more, would like to help in the future, or would like to receive the link to our SignUpGenius schedule, please contact Jane Houle, Coordinator. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Reservation for Ladies' Noon Out April 7 - April 10 Please join the All Women's Cooperative of Ascension and St. Edmund Parish at the 2026 Ladies' Noon Out on Saturday, April 18, to celebrate the Women of the Choirs at the Oak Park Country Club. Reservations are needed by Friday, April 10. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing RSVP for the Celebration of Julius White's 30+ Years of Ministry April 7 - April 16 Let us celebrate and say thank you to Julius White on April 26 from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM at Maguire Hall for his more than 30 years of ministry and service to St. Catherine-St. Lucy Church as Director of the Praise Choir. Please RSVP by April 16, 2026. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration April 8 - April 30 Space is limited for the 2026-2027 School Year - Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Teacher Hiring Fair: West Side April 8 - April 15 Archdiocesan Shared Event - At this fair on April 15 at Dominican University, you’ll meet school leaders, learn about open positions, and even have a chance to apply and interview. Catholic schools offer supportive communities, strong academics and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in students’ lives. Come see where your gifts can make a difference. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon April 8 - April 30 Ascension students are working hard to raise money and training every day to run laps in support of the Kathy Adams Runathon. Our goal is $65,000 and will support Teach the Children Scholarships and the school's operating fund. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat April 8 - April 25 Spirit and Light Shared Event - A Silent Saturday, scheduled on April 25 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at St. Giles Campus, provides a few hours that are set aside for Silent Prayer, Lectio Divina or Spiritual Reading, and a reflective video by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO. Register for lunch. Walk-ins are welcome. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration April 8 - May 1 Archdiocesan Shared Event - The Adult Confirmation Process of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a pre-sacramental program for adults (18 and older) who have already received the Catholic sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion and are seeking to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The Adult Confirmation sessions are offered on Zoom in English. Registration closes May 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members April 8 - April 30 Community Shared Event - Both of our Oak Park Parishes are seeking recommendations for potential Parish Pastoral Council members. You can recommend someone you know or yourself. Those who are recommended will be contacted to answer any questions. An information session will be held in early May for those who have been recommended. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" April 8 - May 24 Community Shared Event - Join us on Wednesday, June 24 at 1:30 PM to see Nunsense at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $50 each. Transportation will be on your own. Tickets must be purchased by May 24 or until all tickets are sold. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 April 8 - June 8 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Sign up now for Catholic Vacation Bible School. The camp runs from June 8 to June 12, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. All children ages 4-11 are invited to attend. Campers will enter and leave thru the door by St. Edmund Church Parking Lot. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Peacemaking in Families Series April 8 - November 30 Non-Parish Event of Interest - This series introduces Empowering Communication offering practical tools for healthy relationships, respectful dialogue, and staying connected through conflict, while strengthening relationships and exploring paths toward reconciliation. February - November, Eight 3 hour sessions, on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Western Springs. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 April 8 - May 3 Community Shared Event - It is that time of year for the Annual CROP Hunger Walk to be held on May 3. We are looking for walkers as well as donations to support our team. This event is a wonderful way to help our neighbors around the world and locally because 75% gets distributed by Church World Services worldwide and 25% stays locally to help feed our neighbors. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More GriefShare Support Group Wednesday, April 8, 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! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Wednesday Night Bible Study Wednesday, April 8, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	9 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Ongoing Reservation for Ladies' Noon Out Ongoing RSVP for the Celebration of Julius White's 30+ Years of Ministry Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration Ongoing Sign-Up for Teacher Hiring Fair: West Side Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 Peacemaking in Families Series Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 9:30 Bible Study on Zoom 7:00p Eucharistic Adoration 7:00p Women's Spirituality Meeting 7:30p Surviving Divorce Program Month View April 9, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed April 7 - April 24 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has committed to providing meals and volunteers 2 days per month (April 10 and April 24) - Meal Prep - Brown Bag Lunch Prep - Dinner or Breakfast Host - If you are interested in learning more, would like to help in the future, or would like to receive the link to our SignUpGenius schedule, please contact Jane Houle, Coordinator. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Reservation for Ladies' Noon Out April 7 - April 10 Please join the All Women's Cooperative of Ascension and St. Edmund Parish at the 2026 Ladies' Noon Out on Saturday, April 18, to celebrate the Women of the Choirs at the Oak Park Country Club. Reservations are needed by Friday, April 10. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing RSVP for the Celebration of Julius White's 30+ Years of Ministry April 7 - April 16 Let us celebrate and say thank you to Julius White on April 26 from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM at Maguire Hall for his more than 30 years of ministry and service to St. Catherine-St. Lucy Church as Director of the Praise Choir. Please RSVP by April 16, 2026. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration April 8 - April 30 Space is limited for the 2026-2027 School Year - Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Teacher Hiring Fair: West Side April 8 - April 15 Archdiocesan Shared Event - At this fair on April 15 at Dominican University, you’ll meet school leaders, learn about open positions, and even have a chance to apply and interview. Catholic schools offer supportive communities, strong academics and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in students’ lives. Come see where your gifts can make a difference. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon April 8 - April 30 Ascension students are working hard to raise money and training every day to run laps in support of the Kathy Adams Runathon. Our goal is $65,000 and will support Teach the Children Scholarships and the school's operating fund. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat April 8 - April 25 Spirit and Light Shared Event - A Silent Saturday, scheduled on April 25 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at St. Giles Campus, provides a few hours that are set aside for Silent Prayer, Lectio Divina or Spiritual Reading, and a reflective video by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO. Register for lunch. Walk-ins are welcome. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration April 8 - May 1 Archdiocesan Shared Event - The Adult Confirmation Process of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a pre-sacramental program for adults (18 and older) who have already received the Catholic sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion and are seeking to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The Adult Confirmation sessions are offered on Zoom in English. Registration closes May 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members April 8 - April 30 Community Shared Event - Both of our Oak Park Parishes are seeking recommendations for potential Parish Pastoral Council members. You can recommend someone you know or yourself. Those who are recommended will be contacted to answer any questions. An information session will be held in early May for those who have been recommended. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" April 8 - May 24 Community Shared Event - Join us on Wednesday, June 24 at 1:30 PM to see Nunsense at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $50 each. Transportation will be on your own. Tickets must be purchased by May 24 or until all tickets are sold. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 April 8 - June 8 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Sign up now for Catholic Vacation Bible School. The camp runs from June 8 to June 12, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. All children ages 4-11 are invited to attend. Campers will enter and leave thru the door by St. Edmund Church Parking Lot. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Peacemaking in Families Series April 8 - November 30 Non-Parish Event of Interest - This series introduces Empowering Communication offering practical tools for healthy relationships, respectful dialogue, and staying connected through conflict, while strengthening relationships and exploring paths toward reconciliation. February - November, Eight 3 hour sessions, on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Western Springs. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 April 8 - May 3 Community Shared Event - It is that time of year for the Annual CROP Hunger Walk to be held on May 3. We are looking for walkers as well as donations to support our team. This event is a wonderful way to help our neighbors around the world and locally because 75% gets distributed by Church World Services worldwide and 25% stays locally to help feed our neighbors. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Bible Study on Zoom Thursday, April 9, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Eucharistic Adoration Thursday, April 9, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Women's Spirituality Meeting Thursday, April 9, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Surviving Divorce Program Thursday, April 9, 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 at Saint Giles Campus. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	10 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Ongoing Reservation for Ladies' Noon Out Ongoing RSVP for the Celebration of Julius White's 30+ Years of Ministry Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration Ongoing Sign-Up for Teacher Hiring Fair: West Side Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 Peacemaking in Families Series Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 Month View April 10, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed April 7 - April 24 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has committed to providing meals and volunteers 2 days per month (April 10 and April 24) - Meal Prep - Brown Bag Lunch Prep - Dinner or Breakfast Host - If you are interested in learning more, would like to help in the future, or would like to receive the link to our SignUpGenius schedule, please contact Jane Houle, Coordinator. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Reservation for Ladies' Noon Out April 7 - April 10 Please join the All Women's Cooperative of Ascension and St. Edmund Parish at the 2026 Ladies' Noon Out on Saturday, April 18, to celebrate the Women of the Choirs at the Oak Park Country Club. Reservations are needed by Friday, April 10. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing RSVP for the Celebration of Julius White's 30+ Years of Ministry April 7 - April 16 Let us celebrate and say thank you to Julius White on April 26 from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM at Maguire Hall for his more than 30 years of ministry and service to St. Catherine-St. Lucy Church as Director of the Praise Choir. Please RSVP by April 16, 2026. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration April 8 - April 30 Space is limited for the 2026-2027 School Year - Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Teacher Hiring Fair: West Side April 8 - April 15 Archdiocesan Shared Event - At this fair on April 15 at Dominican University, you’ll meet school leaders, learn about open positions, and even have a chance to apply and interview. Catholic schools offer supportive communities, strong academics and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in students’ lives. Come see where your gifts can make a difference. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon April 8 - April 30 Ascension students are working hard to raise money and training every day to run laps in support of the Kathy Adams Runathon. Our goal is $65,000 and will support Teach the Children Scholarships and the school's operating fund. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat April 8 - April 25 Spirit and Light Shared Event - A Silent Saturday, scheduled on April 25 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at St. Giles Campus, provides a few hours that are set aside for Silent Prayer, Lectio Divina or Spiritual Reading, and a reflective video by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO. Register for lunch. Walk-ins are welcome. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration April 8 - May 1 Archdiocesan Shared Event - The Adult Confirmation Process of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a pre-sacramental program for adults (18 and older) who have already received the Catholic sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion and are seeking to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The Adult Confirmation sessions are offered on Zoom in English. Registration closes May 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members April 8 - April 30 Community Shared Event - Both of our Oak Park Parishes are seeking recommendations for potential Parish Pastoral Council members. You can recommend someone you know or yourself. Those who are recommended will be contacted to answer any questions. An information session will be held in early May for those who have been recommended. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" April 8 - May 24 Community Shared Event - Join us on Wednesday, June 24 at 1:30 PM to see Nunsense at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $50 each. Transportation will be on your own. Tickets must be purchased by May 24 or until all tickets are sold. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 April 8 - June 8 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Sign up now for Catholic Vacation Bible School. The camp runs from June 8 to June 12, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. All children ages 4-11 are invited to attend. Campers will enter and leave thru the door by St. Edmund Church Parking Lot. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Peacemaking in Families Series April 8 - November 30 Non-Parish Event of Interest - This series introduces Empowering Communication offering practical tools for healthy relationships, respectful dialogue, and staying connected through conflict, while strengthening relationships and exploring paths toward reconciliation. February - November, Eight 3 hour sessions, on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Western Springs. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 April 8 - May 3 Community Shared Event - It is that time of year for the Annual CROP Hunger Walk to be held on May 3. We are looking for walkers as well as donations to support our team. This event is a wonderful way to help our neighbors around the world and locally because 75% gets distributed by Church World Services worldwide and 25% stays locally to help feed our neighbors. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	11 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Ongoing RSVP for the Celebration of Julius White's 30+ Years of Ministry Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration Ongoing Sign-Up for Teacher Hiring Fair: West Side Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 Peacemaking in Families Series Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 Diaper Collection 8:00 Men's Society Mass, Coffee & Donuts 8:00 Rosary with the Knights of Columbus 8:30 The Neighborhood Bridge - Advocate Breakfast 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 5:15p Solemn Vespers for Octave of Easter 6:15p Faith and Film - "The Chosen" - Season 5 Month View April 11, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed April 7 - April 24 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has committed to providing meals and volunteers 2 days per month (April 10 and April 24) - Meal Prep - Brown Bag Lunch Prep - Dinner or Breakfast Host - If you are interested in learning more, would like to help in the future, or would like to receive the link to our SignUpGenius schedule, please contact Jane Houle, Coordinator. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing RSVP for the Celebration of Julius White's 30+ Years of Ministry April 7 - April 16 Let us celebrate and say thank you to Julius White on April 26 from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM at Maguire Hall for his more than 30 years of ministry and service to St. Catherine-St. Lucy Church as Director of the Praise Choir. Please RSVP by April 16, 2026. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration April 8 - April 30 Space is limited for the 2026-2027 School Year - Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Teacher Hiring Fair: West Side April 8 - April 15 Archdiocesan Shared Event - At this fair on April 15 at Dominican University, you’ll meet school leaders, learn about open positions, and even have a chance to apply and interview. Catholic schools offer supportive communities, strong academics and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in students’ lives. Come see where your gifts can make a difference. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon April 8 - April 30 Ascension students are working hard to raise money and training every day to run laps in support of the Kathy Adams Runathon. Our goal is $65,000 and will support Teach the Children Scholarships and the school's operating fund. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat April 8 - April 25 Spirit and Light Shared Event - A Silent Saturday, scheduled on April 25 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at St. Giles Campus, provides a few hours that are set aside for Silent Prayer, Lectio Divina or Spiritual Reading, and a reflective video by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO. Register for lunch. Walk-ins are welcome. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration April 8 - May 1 Archdiocesan Shared Event - The Adult Confirmation Process of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a pre-sacramental program for adults (18 and older) who have already received the Catholic sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion and are seeking to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The Adult Confirmation sessions are offered on Zoom in English. Registration closes May 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members April 8 - April 30 Community Shared Event - Both of our Oak Park Parishes are seeking recommendations for potential Parish Pastoral Council members. You can recommend someone you know or yourself. Those who are recommended will be contacted to answer any questions. An information session will be held in early May for those who have been recommended. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" April 8 - May 24 Community Shared Event - Join us on Wednesday, June 24 at 1:30 PM to see Nunsense at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $50 each. Transportation will be on your own. Tickets must be purchased by May 24 or until all tickets are sold. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 April 8 - June 8 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Sign up now for Catholic Vacation Bible School. The camp runs from June 8 to June 12, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. All children ages 4-11 are invited to attend. Campers will enter and leave thru the door by St. Edmund Church Parking Lot. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Peacemaking in Families Series April 8 - November 30 Non-Parish Event of Interest - This series introduces Empowering Communication offering practical tools for healthy relationships, respectful dialogue, and staying connected through conflict, while strengthening relationships and exploring paths toward reconciliation. February - November, Eight 3 hour sessions, on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Western Springs. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 April 8 - May 3 Community Shared Event - It is that time of year for the Annual CROP Hunger Walk to be held on May 3. We are looking for walkers as well as donations to support our team. This event is a wonderful way to help our neighbors around the world and locally because 75% gets distributed by Church World Services worldwide and 25% stays locally to help feed our neighbors. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Diaper Collection April 11 - April 12 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Men's Society Mass, Coffee & Donuts Saturday, April 11, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Rosary with the Knights of Columbus Saturday, April 11, 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! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More The Neighborhood Bridge - Advocate Breakfast Saturday, April 11, 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM We are recruiting volunteers to serve as Advocates - trained companions who walk alongside families as they navigate services and pursue their goals. This unique role provides meaningful one-on-one support and connection. Please sign up for one of our monthly Bridge Breakfasts! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Contemplative Prayer Saturday, April 11, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Rosary for Peace - Saturdays Saturday, April 11, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Calling all Little Lambs Ages 18 Months - 3 Years of Age! Saturday, April 11, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More One In Love LGBTQ+ Ministry Saturday, April 11, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Solemn Vespers for Octave of Easter Saturday, April 11, 5:15 PM - 7:00 PM Non-Parish Event of Interest - Traditional Monastic Chant with Polyphonic Masterworks by Schola Laudis conducted by Kevin Allen on Saturday, April 11 at 5:15 PM at the Monastery of the Holy Cross in Chicago, IL. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Faith and Film - "The Chosen" - Season 5 Saturday, April 11, 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 5 of The Chosen. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More
12 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Ongoing RSVP for the Celebration of Julius White's 30+ Years of Ministry Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration Ongoing Sign-Up for Teacher Hiring Fair: West Side Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 Peacemaking in Families Series Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 Diaper Collection Divine Mercy Sunday Coffee and... at St. Edmund Church 9:00 Extending the Word 10:30 Children's Liturgy of the Word Month View April 12, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed April 7 - April 24 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has committed to providing meals and volunteers 2 days per month (April 10 and April 24) - Meal Prep - Brown Bag Lunch Prep - Dinner or Breakfast Host - If you are interested in learning more, would like to help in the future, or would like to receive the link to our SignUpGenius schedule, please contact Jane Houle, Coordinator. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing RSVP for the Celebration of Julius White's 30+ Years of Ministry April 7 - April 16 Let us celebrate and say thank you to Julius White on April 26 from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM at Maguire Hall for his more than 30 years of ministry and service to St. Catherine-St. Lucy Church as Director of the Praise Choir. Please RSVP by April 16, 2026. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration April 8 - April 30 Space is limited for the 2026-2027 School Year - Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Teacher Hiring Fair: West Side April 8 - April 15 Archdiocesan Shared Event - At this fair on April 15 at Dominican University, you’ll meet school leaders, learn about open positions, and even have a chance to apply and interview. Catholic schools offer supportive communities, strong academics and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in students’ lives. Come see where your gifts can make a difference. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon April 8 - April 30 Ascension students are working hard to raise money and training every day to run laps in support of the Kathy Adams Runathon. Our goal is $65,000 and will support Teach the Children Scholarships and the school's operating fund. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat April 8 - April 25 Spirit and Light Shared Event - A Silent Saturday, scheduled on April 25 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at St. Giles Campus, provides a few hours that are set aside for Silent Prayer, Lectio Divina or Spiritual Reading, and a reflective video by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO. Register for lunch. Walk-ins are welcome. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration April 8 - May 1 Archdiocesan Shared Event - The Adult Confirmation Process of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a pre-sacramental program for adults (18 and older) who have already received the Catholic sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion and are seeking to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The Adult Confirmation sessions are offered on Zoom in English. Registration closes May 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members April 8 - April 30 Community Shared Event - Both of our Oak Park Parishes are seeking recommendations for potential Parish Pastoral Council members. You can recommend someone you know or yourself. Those who are recommended will be contacted to answer any questions. An information session will be held in early May for those who have been recommended. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" April 8 - May 24 Community Shared Event - Join us on Wednesday, June 24 at 1:30 PM to see Nunsense at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $50 each. Transportation will be on your own. Tickets must be purchased by May 24 or until all tickets are sold. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 April 8 - June 8 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Sign up now for Catholic Vacation Bible School. The camp runs from June 8 to June 12, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. All children ages 4-11 are invited to attend. Campers will enter and leave thru the door by St. Edmund Church Parking Lot. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Peacemaking in Families Series April 8 - November 30 Non-Parish Event of Interest - This series introduces Empowering Communication offering practical tools for healthy relationships, respectful dialogue, and staying connected through conflict, while strengthening relationships and exploring paths toward reconciliation. February - November, Eight 3 hour sessions, on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Western Springs. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 April 8 - May 3 Community Shared Event - It is that time of year for the Annual CROP Hunger Walk to be held on May 3. We are looking for walkers as well as donations to support our team. This event is a wonderful way to help our neighbors around the world and locally because 75% gets distributed by Church World Services worldwide and 25% stays locally to help feed our neighbors. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Diaper Collection April 11 - April 12 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Divine Mercy Sunday Sunday, April 12 On Sunday, April 12, the first Sunday after Easter has been designated as Divine Mercy Sunday. The celebration of Christ's resurrection continues with this feast, which recognizes that God's love and mercy endure forever and overcome any sin that separates us from Him. The chaplet can be prayed with a rosary or without, and it's particularly encouraged on Good Friday and at 3:00 PM, the hour of God's mercy. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Coffee and... at St. Edmund Church Sunday, April 12 Stop by Murphy Hall following the 9:15 AM Mass on Sunday morning for hospitality and fellowship! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Extending the Word Sunday, April 12, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Children's Liturgy of the Word Sunday, April 12, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	13 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Ongoing RSVP for the Celebration of Julius White's 30+ Years of Ministry Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration Ongoing Sign-Up for Teacher Hiring Fair: West Side Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 Peacemaking in Families Series Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 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 April 13, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed April 7 - April 24 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has committed to providing meals and volunteers 2 days per month (April 10 and April 24) - Meal Prep - Brown Bag Lunch Prep - Dinner or Breakfast Host - If you are interested in learning more, would like to help in the future, or would like to receive the link to our SignUpGenius schedule, please contact Jane Houle, Coordinator. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing RSVP for the Celebration of Julius White's 30+ Years of Ministry April 7 - April 16 Let us celebrate and say thank you to Julius White on April 26 from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM at Maguire Hall for his more than 30 years of ministry and service to St. Catherine-St. Lucy Church as Director of the Praise Choir. Please RSVP by April 16, 2026. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration April 8 - April 30 Space is limited for the 2026-2027 School Year - Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Teacher Hiring Fair: West Side April 8 - April 15 Archdiocesan Shared Event - At this fair on April 15 at Dominican University, you’ll meet school leaders, learn about open positions, and even have a chance to apply and interview. Catholic schools offer supportive communities, strong academics and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in students’ lives. Come see where your gifts can make a difference. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon April 8 - April 30 Ascension students are working hard to raise money and training every day to run laps in support of the Kathy Adams Runathon. Our goal is $65,000 and will support Teach the Children Scholarships and the school's operating fund. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat April 8 - April 25 Spirit and Light Shared Event - A Silent Saturday, scheduled on April 25 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at St. Giles Campus, provides a few hours that are set aside for Silent Prayer, Lectio Divina or Spiritual Reading, and a reflective video by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO. Register for lunch. Walk-ins are welcome. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration April 8 - May 1 Archdiocesan Shared Event - The Adult Confirmation Process of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a pre-sacramental program for adults (18 and older) who have already received the Catholic sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion and are seeking to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The Adult Confirmation sessions are offered on Zoom in English. Registration closes May 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members April 8 - April 30 Community Shared Event - Both of our Oak Park Parishes are seeking recommendations for potential Parish Pastoral Council members. You can recommend someone you know or yourself. Those who are recommended will be contacted to answer any questions. An information session will be held in early May for those who have been recommended. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" April 8 - May 24 Community Shared Event - Join us on Wednesday, June 24 at 1:30 PM to see Nunsense at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $50 each. Transportation will be on your own. Tickets must be purchased by May 24 or until all tickets are sold. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 April 8 - June 8 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Sign up now for Catholic Vacation Bible School. The camp runs from June 8 to June 12, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. All children ages 4-11 are invited to attend. Campers will enter and leave thru the door by St. Edmund Church Parking Lot. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Peacemaking in Families Series April 8 - November 30 Non-Parish Event of Interest - This series introduces Empowering Communication offering practical tools for healthy relationships, respectful dialogue, and staying connected through conflict, while strengthening relationships and exploring paths toward reconciliation. February - November, Eight 3 hour sessions, on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Western Springs. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 April 8 - May 3 Community Shared Event - It is that time of year for the Annual CROP Hunger Walk to be held on May 3. We are looking for walkers as well as donations to support our team. This event is a wonderful way to help our neighbors around the world and locally because 75% gets distributed by Church World Services worldwide and 25% stays locally to help feed our neighbors. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Prayer Shawl Ministry Meeting Monday, April 13, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Peace and Justice Meeting Monday, April 13, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Next - New Catholics in Conversation Monday, April 13, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Young Adult Women's Bible Study Monday, April 13, 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! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	14 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Ongoing RSVP for the Celebration of Julius White's 30+ Years of Ministry Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration Ongoing Sign-Up for Teacher Hiring Fair: West Side Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 Peacemaking in Families Series Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 4:00p Centering Prayer 6:30p The Alpha Course - At the Table! Month View April 14, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed April 7 - April 24 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has committed to providing meals and volunteers 2 days per month (April 10 and April 24) - Meal Prep - Brown Bag Lunch Prep - Dinner or Breakfast Host - If you are interested in learning more, would like to help in the future, or would like to receive the link to our SignUpGenius schedule, please contact Jane Houle, Coordinator. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing RSVP for the Celebration of Julius White's 30+ Years of Ministry April 7 - April 16 Let us celebrate and say thank you to Julius White on April 26 from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM at Maguire Hall for his more than 30 years of ministry and service to St. Catherine-St. Lucy Church as Director of the Praise Choir. Please RSVP by April 16, 2026. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration April 8 - April 30 Space is limited for the 2026-2027 School Year - Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Teacher Hiring Fair: West Side April 8 - April 15 Archdiocesan Shared Event - At this fair on April 15 at Dominican University, you’ll meet school leaders, learn about open positions, and even have a chance to apply and interview. Catholic schools offer supportive communities, strong academics and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in students’ lives. Come see where your gifts can make a difference. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon April 8 - April 30 Ascension students are working hard to raise money and training every day to run laps in support of the Kathy Adams Runathon. Our goal is $65,000 and will support Teach the Children Scholarships and the school's operating fund. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat April 8 - April 25 Spirit and Light Shared Event - A Silent Saturday, scheduled on April 25 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at St. Giles Campus, provides a few hours that are set aside for Silent Prayer, Lectio Divina or Spiritual Reading, and a reflective video by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO. Register for lunch. Walk-ins are welcome. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration April 8 - May 1 Archdiocesan Shared Event - The Adult Confirmation Process of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a pre-sacramental program for adults (18 and older) who have already received the Catholic sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion and are seeking to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The Adult Confirmation sessions are offered on Zoom in English. Registration closes May 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members April 8 - April 30 Community Shared Event - Both of our Oak Park Parishes are seeking recommendations for potential Parish Pastoral Council members. You can recommend someone you know or yourself. Those who are recommended will be contacted to answer any questions. An information session will be held in early May for those who have been recommended. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" April 8 - May 24 Community Shared Event - Join us on Wednesday, June 24 at 1:30 PM to see Nunsense at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $50 each. Transportation will be on your own. Tickets must be purchased by May 24 or until all tickets are sold. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 April 8 - June 8 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Sign up now for Catholic Vacation Bible School. The camp runs from June 8 to June 12, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. All children ages 4-11 are invited to attend. Campers will enter and leave thru the door by St. Edmund Church Parking Lot. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Peacemaking in Families Series April 8 - November 30 Non-Parish Event of Interest - This series introduces Empowering Communication offering practical tools for healthy relationships, respectful dialogue, and staying connected through conflict, while strengthening relationships and exploring paths toward reconciliation. February - November, Eight 3 hour sessions, on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Western Springs. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 April 8 - May 3 Community Shared Event - It is that time of year for the Annual CROP Hunger Walk to be held on May 3. We are looking for walkers as well as donations to support our team. This event is a wonderful way to help our neighbors around the world and locally because 75% gets distributed by Church World Services worldwide and 25% stays locally to help feed our neighbors. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Centering Prayer Tuesday, April 14, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More The Alpha Course - At the Table! Tuesday, April 14, 6:30 PM Spirit and Light Shared Event - Alpha is a welcoming space to explore questions of life, faith, and meaning - open to everyone, regardless of background or belief. Once a week on Tuesdays at 6:30 PM in St. Giles McDonough Hall for 11 weeks, participants gather for a delicious dinner, watch a short video on a question of faith, and share thoughts in an open conversation. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	15 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Ongoing RSVP for the Celebration of Julius White's 30+ Years of Ministry Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration Ongoing Sign-Up for Teacher Hiring Fair: West Side Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 Peacemaking in Families Series Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 10:00 GriefShare Support Group 6:00p Wednesday Night Bible Study Month View April 15, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed April 7 - April 24 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has committed to providing meals and volunteers 2 days per month (April 10 and April 24) - Meal Prep - Brown Bag Lunch Prep - Dinner or Breakfast Host - If you are interested in learning more, would like to help in the future, or would like to receive the link to our SignUpGenius schedule, please contact Jane Houle, Coordinator. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing RSVP for the Celebration of Julius White's 30+ Years of Ministry April 7 - April 16 Let us celebrate and say thank you to Julius White on April 26 from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM at Maguire Hall for his more than 30 years of ministry and service to St. Catherine-St. Lucy Church as Director of the Praise Choir. Please RSVP by April 16, 2026. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration April 8 - April 30 Space is limited for the 2026-2027 School Year - Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Teacher Hiring Fair: West Side April 8 - April 15 Archdiocesan Shared Event - At this fair on April 15 at Dominican University, you’ll meet school leaders, learn about open positions, and even have a chance to apply and interview. Catholic schools offer supportive communities, strong academics and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in students’ lives. Come see where your gifts can make a difference. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon April 8 - April 30 Ascension students are working hard to raise money and training every day to run laps in support of the Kathy Adams Runathon. Our goal is $65,000 and will support Teach the Children Scholarships and the school's operating fund. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat April 8 - April 25 Spirit and Light Shared Event - A Silent Saturday, scheduled on April 25 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at St. Giles Campus, provides a few hours that are set aside for Silent Prayer, Lectio Divina or Spiritual Reading, and a reflective video by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO. Register for lunch. Walk-ins are welcome. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration April 8 - May 1 Archdiocesan Shared Event - The Adult Confirmation Process of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a pre-sacramental program for adults (18 and older) who have already received the Catholic sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion and are seeking to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The Adult Confirmation sessions are offered on Zoom in English. Registration closes May 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members April 8 - April 30 Community Shared Event - Both of our Oak Park Parishes are seeking recommendations for potential Parish Pastoral Council members. You can recommend someone you know or yourself. Those who are recommended will be contacted to answer any questions. An information session will be held in early May for those who have been recommended. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" April 8 - May 24 Community Shared Event - Join us on Wednesday, June 24 at 1:30 PM to see Nunsense at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $50 each. Transportation will be on your own. Tickets must be purchased by May 24 or until all tickets are sold. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 April 8 - June 8 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Sign up now for Catholic Vacation Bible School. The camp runs from June 8 to June 12, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. All children ages 4-11 are invited to attend. Campers will enter and leave thru the door by St. Edmund Church Parking Lot. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Peacemaking in Families Series April 8 - November 30 Non-Parish Event of Interest - This series introduces Empowering Communication offering practical tools for healthy relationships, respectful dialogue, and staying connected through conflict, while strengthening relationships and exploring paths toward reconciliation. February - November, Eight 3 hour sessions, on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Western Springs. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 April 8 - May 3 Community Shared Event - It is that time of year for the Annual CROP Hunger Walk to be held on May 3. We are looking for walkers as well as donations to support our team. This event is a wonderful way to help our neighbors around the world and locally because 75% gets distributed by Church World Services worldwide and 25% stays locally to help feed our neighbors. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More GriefShare Support Group Wednesday, April 15, 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! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Wednesday Night Bible Study Wednesday, April 15, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	16 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Ongoing RSVP for the Celebration of Julius White's 30+ Years of Ministry Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 Peacemaking in Families Series Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 Spring 2026 Kids Resale Event 9:30 Bible Study on Zoom 7:30p Healing Prayer, Healing Song Month View April 16, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed April 7 - April 24 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has committed to providing meals and volunteers 2 days per month (April 10 and April 24) - Meal Prep - Brown Bag Lunch Prep - Dinner or Breakfast Host - If you are interested in learning more, would like to help in the future, or would like to receive the link to our SignUpGenius schedule, please contact Jane Houle, Coordinator. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing RSVP for the Celebration of Julius White's 30+ Years of Ministry April 7 - April 16 Let us celebrate and say thank you to Julius White on April 26 from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM at Maguire Hall for his more than 30 years of ministry and service to St. Catherine-St. Lucy Church as Director of the Praise Choir. Please RSVP by April 16, 2026. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration April 8 - April 30 Space is limited for the 2026-2027 School Year - Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon April 8 - April 30 Ascension students are working hard to raise money and training every day to run laps in support of the Kathy Adams Runathon. Our goal is $65,000 and will support Teach the Children Scholarships and the school's operating fund. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat April 8 - April 25 Spirit and Light Shared Event - A Silent Saturday, scheduled on April 25 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at St. Giles Campus, provides a few hours that are set aside for Silent Prayer, Lectio Divina or Spiritual Reading, and a reflective video by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO. Register for lunch. Walk-ins are welcome. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration April 8 - May 1 Archdiocesan Shared Event - The Adult Confirmation Process of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a pre-sacramental program for adults (18 and older) who have already received the Catholic sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion and are seeking to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The Adult Confirmation sessions are offered on Zoom in English. Registration closes May 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members April 8 - April 30 Community Shared Event - Both of our Oak Park Parishes are seeking recommendations for potential Parish Pastoral Council members. You can recommend someone you know or yourself. Those who are recommended will be contacted to answer any questions. An information session will be held in early May for those who have been recommended. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" April 8 - May 24 Community Shared Event - Join us on Wednesday, June 24 at 1:30 PM to see Nunsense at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $50 each. Transportation will be on your own. Tickets must be purchased by May 24 or until all tickets are sold. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 April 8 - June 8 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Sign up now for Catholic Vacation Bible School. The camp runs from June 8 to June 12, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. All children ages 4-11 are invited to attend. Campers will enter and leave thru the door by St. Edmund Church Parking Lot. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Peacemaking in Families Series April 8 - November 30 Non-Parish Event of Interest - This series introduces Empowering Communication offering practical tools for healthy relationships, respectful dialogue, and staying connected through conflict, while strengthening relationships and exploring paths toward reconciliation. February - November, Eight 3 hour sessions, on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Western Springs. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 April 8 - May 3 Community Shared Event - It is that time of year for the Annual CROP Hunger Walk to be held on May 3. We are looking for walkers as well as donations to support our team. This event is a wonderful way to help our neighbors around the world and locally because 75% gets distributed by Church World Services worldwide and 25% stays locally to help feed our neighbors. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Spring 2026 Kids Resale Event April 16 - April 18 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Donate, shop or volunteer at the Spring 2026 Kids Resale Event - Excellent Condition Clothing (Clean with no holes or stains) - Toys / Games / Books - All proceeds from this sale will benefit Hephzibah programs - This event will be donation only. Read More Bible Study on Zoom Thursday, April 16, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Healing Prayer, Healing Song Thursday, April 16, 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM Community Shared Event - Join us at Ascension Church at 7:30 PM for Healing Prayer, Healing Song: An Ecumenical Service to Pray for the Healing of the World - Each of us are in need some type of healing, we all carry the pain and hurts of life, and our world is very much in need of our prayers and action to foster healing, unity, and wholeness. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	17 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 Peacemaking in Families Series Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 Spring 2026 Kids Resale Event Month View April 17, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed April 7 - April 24 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has committed to providing meals and volunteers 2 days per month (April 10 and April 24) - Meal Prep - Brown Bag Lunch Prep - Dinner or Breakfast Host - If you are interested in learning more, would like to help in the future, or would like to receive the link to our SignUpGenius schedule, please contact Jane Houle, Coordinator. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration April 8 - April 30 Space is limited for the 2026-2027 School Year - Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon April 8 - April 30 Ascension students are working hard to raise money and training every day to run laps in support of the Kathy Adams Runathon. Our goal is $65,000 and will support Teach the Children Scholarships and the school's operating fund. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat April 8 - April 25 Spirit and Light Shared Event - A Silent Saturday, scheduled on April 25 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at St. Giles Campus, provides a few hours that are set aside for Silent Prayer, Lectio Divina or Spiritual Reading, and a reflective video by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO. Register for lunch. Walk-ins are welcome. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration April 8 - May 1 Archdiocesan Shared Event - The Adult Confirmation Process of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a pre-sacramental program for adults (18 and older) who have already received the Catholic sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion and are seeking to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The Adult Confirmation sessions are offered on Zoom in English. Registration closes May 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members April 8 - April 30 Community Shared Event - Both of our Oak Park Parishes are seeking recommendations for potential Parish Pastoral Council members. You can recommend someone you know or yourself. Those who are recommended will be contacted to answer any questions. An information session will be held in early May for those who have been recommended. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" April 8 - May 24 Community Shared Event - Join us on Wednesday, June 24 at 1:30 PM to see Nunsense at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $50 each. Transportation will be on your own. Tickets must be purchased by May 24 or until all tickets are sold. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 April 8 - June 8 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Sign up now for Catholic Vacation Bible School. The camp runs from June 8 to June 12, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. All children ages 4-11 are invited to attend. Campers will enter and leave thru the door by St. Edmund Church Parking Lot. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Peacemaking in Families Series April 8 - November 30 Non-Parish Event of Interest - This series introduces Empowering Communication offering practical tools for healthy relationships, respectful dialogue, and staying connected through conflict, while strengthening relationships and exploring paths toward reconciliation. February - November, Eight 3 hour sessions, on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Western Springs. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 April 8 - May 3 Community Shared Event - It is that time of year for the Annual CROP Hunger Walk to be held on May 3. We are looking for walkers as well as donations to support our team. This event is a wonderful way to help our neighbors around the world and locally because 75% gets distributed by Church World Services worldwide and 25% stays locally to help feed our neighbors. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Spring 2026 Kids Resale Event April 16 - April 18 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Donate, shop or volunteer at the Spring 2026 Kids Resale Event - Excellent Condition Clothing (Clean with no holes or stains) - Toys / Games / Books - All proceeds from this sale will benefit Hephzibah programs - This event will be donation only. Read More	18 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 Peacemaking in Families Series Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 Spring 2026 Kids Resale Event Food Drive for St. Simon of Cyrene Food Pantry 8:00 Men's Spirituality 8:30 Contemplative Prayer 8:30 Rosary for Peace - Saturdays 6:15p Faith and Film - "The Chosen" - Season 5 Month View April 18, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed April 7 - April 24 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has committed to providing meals and volunteers 2 days per month (April 10 and April 24) - Meal Prep - Brown Bag Lunch Prep - Dinner or Breakfast Host - If you are interested in learning more, would like to help in the future, or would like to receive the link to our SignUpGenius schedule, please contact Jane Houle, Coordinator. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration April 8 - April 30 Space is limited for the 2026-2027 School Year - Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon April 8 - April 30 Ascension students are working hard to raise money and training every day to run laps in support of the Kathy Adams Runathon. Our goal is $65,000 and will support Teach the Children Scholarships and the school's operating fund. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat April 8 - April 25 Spirit and Light Shared Event - A Silent Saturday, scheduled on April 25 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at St. Giles Campus, provides a few hours that are set aside for Silent Prayer, Lectio Divina or Spiritual Reading, and a reflective video by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO. Register for lunch. Walk-ins are welcome. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration April 8 - May 1 Archdiocesan Shared Event - The Adult Confirmation Process of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a pre-sacramental program for adults (18 and older) who have already received the Catholic sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion and are seeking to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The Adult Confirmation sessions are offered on Zoom in English. Registration closes May 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members April 8 - April 30 Community Shared Event - Both of our Oak Park Parishes are seeking recommendations for potential Parish Pastoral Council members. You can recommend someone you know or yourself. Those who are recommended will be contacted to answer any questions. An information session will be held in early May for those who have been recommended. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" April 8 - May 24 Community Shared Event - Join us on Wednesday, June 24 at 1:30 PM to see Nunsense at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $50 each. Transportation will be on your own. Tickets must be purchased by May 24 or until all tickets are sold. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 April 8 - June 8 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Sign up now for Catholic Vacation Bible School. The camp runs from June 8 to June 12, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. All children ages 4-11 are invited to attend. Campers will enter and leave thru the door by St. Edmund Church Parking Lot. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Peacemaking in Families Series April 8 - November 30 Non-Parish Event of Interest - This series introduces Empowering Communication offering practical tools for healthy relationships, respectful dialogue, and staying connected through conflict, while strengthening relationships and exploring paths toward reconciliation. February - November, Eight 3 hour sessions, on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Western Springs. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 April 8 - May 3 Community Shared Event - It is that time of year for the Annual CROP Hunger Walk to be held on May 3. We are looking for walkers as well as donations to support our team. This event is a wonderful way to help our neighbors around the world and locally because 75% gets distributed by Church World Services worldwide and 25% stays locally to help feed our neighbors. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Spring 2026 Kids Resale Event April 16 - April 18 Non-Parish Event of Interest - Donate, shop or volunteer at the Spring 2026 Kids Resale Event - Excellent Condition Clothing (Clean with no holes or stains) - Toys / Games / Books - All proceeds from this sale will benefit Hephzibah programs - This event will be donation only. Read More Food Drive for St. Simon of Cyrene Food Pantry April 18 - April 19 Please bring non-perishable food items to Ascension and St. Edmund Churches during Mass for our monthly St. Simon of Cyrene Food Pantry collection. Monetary donations are accepted in the offertory baskets at church or online. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Men's Spirituality Saturday, April 18, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Contemplative Prayer Saturday, April 18, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Rosary for Peace - Saturdays Saturday, April 18, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Faith and Film - "The Chosen" - Season 5 Saturday, April 18, 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 5 of The Chosen. On April 18, Phyllis Rubin from Har Zion Temple is coming to explain the beautiful tradition of the Seder. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More
19 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 Peacemaking in Families Series Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 Food Drive for St. Simon of Cyrene Food Pantry Hospitality at Ascension Church 9:00 Sustainability Fair 9:00 Extending the Word Month View April 19, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed April 7 - April 24 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has committed to providing meals and volunteers 2 days per month (April 10 and April 24) - Meal Prep - Brown Bag Lunch Prep - Dinner or Breakfast Host - If you are interested in learning more, would like to help in the future, or would like to receive the link to our SignUpGenius schedule, please contact Jane Houle, Coordinator. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration April 8 - April 30 Space is limited for the 2026-2027 School Year - Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon April 8 - April 30 Ascension students are working hard to raise money and training every day to run laps in support of the Kathy Adams Runathon. Our goal is $65,000 and will support Teach the Children Scholarships and the school's operating fund. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat April 8 - April 25 Spirit and Light Shared Event - A Silent Saturday, scheduled on April 25 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at St. Giles Campus, provides a few hours that are set aside for Silent Prayer, Lectio Divina or Spiritual Reading, and a reflective video by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO. Register for lunch. Walk-ins are welcome. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration April 8 - May 1 Archdiocesan Shared Event - The Adult Confirmation Process of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a pre-sacramental program for adults (18 and older) who have already received the Catholic sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion and are seeking to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The Adult Confirmation sessions are offered on Zoom in English. Registration closes May 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members April 8 - April 30 Community Shared Event - Both of our Oak Park Parishes are seeking recommendations for potential Parish Pastoral Council members. You can recommend someone you know or yourself. Those who are recommended will be contacted to answer any questions. An information session will be held in early May for those who have been recommended. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" April 8 - May 24 Community Shared Event - Join us on Wednesday, June 24 at 1:30 PM to see Nunsense at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $50 each. Transportation will be on your own. Tickets must be purchased by May 24 or until all tickets are sold. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 April 8 - June 8 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Sign up now for Catholic Vacation Bible School. The camp runs from June 8 to June 12, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. All children ages 4-11 are invited to attend. Campers will enter and leave thru the door by St. Edmund Church Parking Lot. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Peacemaking in Families Series April 8 - November 30 Non-Parish Event of Interest - This series introduces Empowering Communication offering practical tools for healthy relationships, respectful dialogue, and staying connected through conflict, while strengthening relationships and exploring paths toward reconciliation. February - November, Eight 3 hour sessions, on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Western Springs. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 April 8 - May 3 Community Shared Event - It is that time of year for the Annual CROP Hunger Walk to be held on May 3. We are looking for walkers as well as donations to support our team. This event is a wonderful way to help our neighbors around the world and locally because 75% gets distributed by Church World Services worldwide and 25% stays locally to help feed our neighbors. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Food Drive for St. Simon of Cyrene Food Pantry April 18 - April 19 Please bring non-perishable food items to Ascension and St. Edmund Churches during Mass for our monthly St. Simon of Cyrene Food Pantry collection. Monetary donations are accepted in the offertory baskets at church or online. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Hospitality at Ascension Church Sunday, April 19 Stop by after the 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM Mass for refreshments and fellowship in either the Pine Room, School Gym, or the Parish Green, depending on the weather. The Ascension Hospitality Team provides coffee and donuts following these Masses at Ascension Church. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sustainability Fair Sunday, April 19, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM The "Vine and Branches" and HOME Committees invite the Parish Communities of Oak Park to McDonough Hall on the St. Giles Campus on Sunday, April 19, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, to learn about living in harmony with Earth! - Stop by and meet vendors from local organizations both civic and religious. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Extending the Word Sunday, April 19, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	20 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 Peacemaking in Families Series Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 7:30p Mom's Faith Sharing 8:00p Young Adult Women's Bible Study Month View April 20, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed April 7 - April 24 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has committed to providing meals and volunteers 2 days per month (April 10 and April 24) - Meal Prep - Brown Bag Lunch Prep - Dinner or Breakfast Host - If you are interested in learning more, would like to help in the future, or would like to receive the link to our SignUpGenius schedule, please contact Jane Houle, Coordinator. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration April 8 - April 30 Space is limited for the 2026-2027 School Year - Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon April 8 - April 30 Ascension students are working hard to raise money and training every day to run laps in support of the Kathy Adams Runathon. Our goal is $65,000 and will support Teach the Children Scholarships and the school's operating fund. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat April 8 - April 25 Spirit and Light Shared Event - A Silent Saturday, scheduled on April 25 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at St. Giles Campus, provides a few hours that are set aside for Silent Prayer, Lectio Divina or Spiritual Reading, and a reflective video by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO. Register for lunch. Walk-ins are welcome. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration April 8 - May 1 Archdiocesan Shared Event - The Adult Confirmation Process of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a pre-sacramental program for adults (18 and older) who have already received the Catholic sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion and are seeking to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The Adult Confirmation sessions are offered on Zoom in English. Registration closes May 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members April 8 - April 30 Community Shared Event - Both of our Oak Park Parishes are seeking recommendations for potential Parish Pastoral Council members. You can recommend someone you know or yourself. Those who are recommended will be contacted to answer any questions. An information session will be held in early May for those who have been recommended. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" April 8 - May 24 Community Shared Event - Join us on Wednesday, June 24 at 1:30 PM to see Nunsense at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $50 each. Transportation will be on your own. Tickets must be purchased by May 24 or until all tickets are sold. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 April 8 - June 8 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Sign up now for Catholic Vacation Bible School. The camp runs from June 8 to June 12, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. All children ages 4-11 are invited to attend. Campers will enter and leave thru the door by St. Edmund Church Parking Lot. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Peacemaking in Families Series April 8 - November 30 Non-Parish Event of Interest - This series introduces Empowering Communication offering practical tools for healthy relationships, respectful dialogue, and staying connected through conflict, while strengthening relationships and exploring paths toward reconciliation. February - November, Eight 3 hour sessions, on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Western Springs. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 April 8 - May 3 Community Shared Event - It is that time of year for the Annual CROP Hunger Walk to be held on May 3. We are looking for walkers as well as donations to support our team. This event is a wonderful way to help our neighbors around the world and locally because 75% gets distributed by Church World Services worldwide and 25% stays locally to help feed our neighbors. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Mom's Faith Sharing Monday, April 20, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Young Adult Women's Bible Study Monday, April 20, 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! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	21 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 Peacemaking in Families Series Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 12:00p Senior Brown Bag Lunch 4:00p Centering Prayer 6:00p Ascension and St. Edmund Book Club 6:30p The Alpha Course - At the Table! 6:45p Tuesdays with Paul for 7th-8th Grades Month View April 21, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed April 7 - April 24 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has committed to providing meals and volunteers 2 days per month (April 10 and April 24) - Meal Prep - Brown Bag Lunch Prep - Dinner or Breakfast Host - If you are interested in learning more, would like to help in the future, or would like to receive the link to our SignUpGenius schedule, please contact Jane Houle, Coordinator. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration April 8 - April 30 Space is limited for the 2026-2027 School Year - Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon April 8 - April 30 Ascension students are working hard to raise money and training every day to run laps in support of the Kathy Adams Runathon. Our goal is $65,000 and will support Teach the Children Scholarships and the school's operating fund. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat April 8 - April 25 Spirit and Light Shared Event - A Silent Saturday, scheduled on April 25 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at St. Giles Campus, provides a few hours that are set aside for Silent Prayer, Lectio Divina or Spiritual Reading, and a reflective video by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO. Register for lunch. Walk-ins are welcome. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration April 8 - May 1 Archdiocesan Shared Event - The Adult Confirmation Process of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a pre-sacramental program for adults (18 and older) who have already received the Catholic sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion and are seeking to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The Adult Confirmation sessions are offered on Zoom in English. Registration closes May 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members April 8 - April 30 Community Shared Event - Both of our Oak Park Parishes are seeking recommendations for potential Parish Pastoral Council members. You can recommend someone you know or yourself. Those who are recommended will be contacted to answer any questions. An information session will be held in early May for those who have been recommended. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" April 8 - May 24 Community Shared Event - Join us on Wednesday, June 24 at 1:30 PM to see Nunsense at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $50 each. Transportation will be on your own. Tickets must be purchased by May 24 or until all tickets are sold. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 April 8 - June 8 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Sign up now for Catholic Vacation Bible School. The camp runs from June 8 to June 12, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. All children ages 4-11 are invited to attend. Campers will enter and leave thru the door by St. Edmund Church Parking Lot. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Peacemaking in Families Series April 8 - November 30 Non-Parish Event of Interest - This series introduces Empowering Communication offering practical tools for healthy relationships, respectful dialogue, and staying connected through conflict, while strengthening relationships and exploring paths toward reconciliation. February - November, Eight 3 hour sessions, on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Western Springs. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 April 8 - May 3 Community Shared Event - It is that time of year for the Annual CROP Hunger Walk to be held on May 3. We are looking for walkers as well as donations to support our team. This event is a wonderful way to help our neighbors around the world and locally because 75% gets distributed by Church World Services worldwide and 25% stays locally to help feed our neighbors. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Senior Brown Bag Lunch Tuesday, April 21, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Community Shared Event - Join us for a “Brown Bag Lunch” on Tuesday, April 21, at 12:00 PM in McDonough Hall on the Saint Giles Campus. Coffee and tea will be provided. We will learn about Financial Safety (scams), Home Safety and How to Manage Emergencies, with brief presentations on these important topics. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Centering Prayer Tuesday, April 21, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Book Club Tuesday, April 21, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM We will be discussing The Secret of Secrets by Dan Brown - The Ascension and St. Edmund Book Club meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:00 PM in Murphy Hall (St. Edmund Campus) for dinner and discussion. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More The Alpha Course - At the Table! Tuesday, April 21, 6:30 PM Spirit and Light Shared Event - Alpha is a welcoming space to explore questions of life, faith, and meaning - open to everyone, regardless of background or belief. Once a week on Tuesdays at 6:30 PM in St. Giles McDonough Hall for 11 weeks, participants gather for a delicious dinner, watch a short video on a question of faith, and share thoughts in an open conversation. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Tuesdays with Paul for 7th-8th Grades Tuesday, April 21, 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! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	22 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 Peacemaking in Families Series Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 10:00 GriefShare Support Group 6:00p Wednesday Night Bible Study Month View April 22, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed April 7 - April 24 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has committed to providing meals and volunteers 2 days per month (April 10 and April 24) - Meal Prep - Brown Bag Lunch Prep - Dinner or Breakfast Host - If you are interested in learning more, would like to help in the future, or would like to receive the link to our SignUpGenius schedule, please contact Jane Houle, Coordinator. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration April 8 - April 30 Space is limited for the 2026-2027 School Year - Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon April 8 - April 30 Ascension students are working hard to raise money and training every day to run laps in support of the Kathy Adams Runathon. Our goal is $65,000 and will support Teach the Children Scholarships and the school's operating fund. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat April 8 - April 25 Spirit and Light Shared Event - A Silent Saturday, scheduled on April 25 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at St. Giles Campus, provides a few hours that are set aside for Silent Prayer, Lectio Divina or Spiritual Reading, and a reflective video by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO. Register for lunch. Walk-ins are welcome. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration April 8 - May 1 Archdiocesan Shared Event - The Adult Confirmation Process of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a pre-sacramental program for adults (18 and older) who have already received the Catholic sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion and are seeking to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The Adult Confirmation sessions are offered on Zoom in English. Registration closes May 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members April 8 - April 30 Community Shared Event - Both of our Oak Park Parishes are seeking recommendations for potential Parish Pastoral Council members. You can recommend someone you know or yourself. Those who are recommended will be contacted to answer any questions. An information session will be held in early May for those who have been recommended. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" April 8 - May 24 Community Shared Event - Join us on Wednesday, June 24 at 1:30 PM to see Nunsense at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $50 each. Transportation will be on your own. Tickets must be purchased by May 24 or until all tickets are sold. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 April 8 - June 8 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Sign up now for Catholic Vacation Bible School. The camp runs from June 8 to June 12, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. All children ages 4-11 are invited to attend. Campers will enter and leave thru the door by St. Edmund Church Parking Lot. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Peacemaking in Families Series April 8 - November 30 Non-Parish Event of Interest - This series introduces Empowering Communication offering practical tools for healthy relationships, respectful dialogue, and staying connected through conflict, while strengthening relationships and exploring paths toward reconciliation. February - November, Eight 3 hour sessions, on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Western Springs. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 April 8 - May 3 Community Shared Event - It is that time of year for the Annual CROP Hunger Walk to be held on May 3. We are looking for walkers as well as donations to support our team. This event is a wonderful way to help our neighbors around the world and locally because 75% gets distributed by Church World Services worldwide and 25% stays locally to help feed our neighbors. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More GriefShare Support Group Wednesday, April 22, 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! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Wednesday Night Bible Study Wednesday, April 22, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	23 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 Peacemaking in Families Series Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 9:30 Bible Study on Zoom 7:00p Parables, Miracles and Maxims 7:30p Surviving Divorce Program Month View April 23, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed April 7 - April 24 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has committed to providing meals and volunteers 2 days per month (April 10 and April 24) - Meal Prep - Brown Bag Lunch Prep - Dinner or Breakfast Host - If you are interested in learning more, would like to help in the future, or would like to receive the link to our SignUpGenius schedule, please contact Jane Houle, Coordinator. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration April 8 - April 30 Space is limited for the 2026-2027 School Year - Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon April 8 - April 30 Ascension students are working hard to raise money and training every day to run laps in support of the Kathy Adams Runathon. Our goal is $65,000 and will support Teach the Children Scholarships and the school's operating fund. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat April 8 - April 25 Spirit and Light Shared Event - A Silent Saturday, scheduled on April 25 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at St. Giles Campus, provides a few hours that are set aside for Silent Prayer, Lectio Divina or Spiritual Reading, and a reflective video by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO. Register for lunch. Walk-ins are welcome. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration April 8 - May 1 Archdiocesan Shared Event - The Adult Confirmation Process of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a pre-sacramental program for adults (18 and older) who have already received the Catholic sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion and are seeking to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The Adult Confirmation sessions are offered on Zoom in English. Registration closes May 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members April 8 - April 30 Community Shared Event - Both of our Oak Park Parishes are seeking recommendations for potential Parish Pastoral Council members. You can recommend someone you know or yourself. Those who are recommended will be contacted to answer any questions. An information session will be held in early May for those who have been recommended. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" April 8 - May 24 Community Shared Event - Join us on Wednesday, June 24 at 1:30 PM to see Nunsense at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $50 each. Transportation will be on your own. Tickets must be purchased by May 24 or until all tickets are sold. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 April 8 - June 8 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Sign up now for Catholic Vacation Bible School. The camp runs from June 8 to June 12, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. All children ages 4-11 are invited to attend. Campers will enter and leave thru the door by St. Edmund Church Parking Lot. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Peacemaking in Families Series April 8 - November 30 Non-Parish Event of Interest - This series introduces Empowering Communication offering practical tools for healthy relationships, respectful dialogue, and staying connected through conflict, while strengthening relationships and exploring paths toward reconciliation. February - November, Eight 3 hour sessions, on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Western Springs. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 April 8 - May 3 Community Shared Event - It is that time of year for the Annual CROP Hunger Walk to be held on May 3. We are looking for walkers as well as donations to support our team. This event is a wonderful way to help our neighbors around the world and locally because 75% gets distributed by Church World Services worldwide and 25% stays locally to help feed our neighbors. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Bible Study on Zoom Thursday, April 23, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Parables, Miracles and Maxims Thursday, April 23, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Spirit and Light Shared Event - Join us for a discussion of “Parables, Miracles and Maxims” on Thursday, April 23 at 7:00 PM in St. Edmund’s Murphy Hall. Together we will consider miracles and what they reveal about God’s kingdom. Together we will reflect on the connection among parables, miracles and how we are called to live our lives today. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Surviving Divorce Program Thursday, April 23, 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 at Saint Giles Campus. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	24 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 Peacemaking in Families Series Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 Month View April 24, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Sign-Up for Housing Forward - Meal Providers and Hosts Needed April 7 - April 24 Ascension and St. Edmund Parish has committed to providing meals and volunteers 2 days per month (April 10 and April 24) - Meal Prep - Brown Bag Lunch Prep - Dinner or Breakfast Host - If you are interested in learning more, would like to help in the future, or would like to receive the link to our SignUpGenius schedule, please contact Jane Houle, Coordinator. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration April 8 - April 30 Space is limited for the 2026-2027 School Year - Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon April 8 - April 30 Ascension students are working hard to raise money and training every day to run laps in support of the Kathy Adams Runathon. Our goal is $65,000 and will support Teach the Children Scholarships and the school's operating fund. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat April 8 - April 25 Spirit and Light Shared Event - A Silent Saturday, scheduled on April 25 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at St. Giles Campus, provides a few hours that are set aside for Silent Prayer, Lectio Divina or Spiritual Reading, and a reflective video by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO. Register for lunch. Walk-ins are welcome. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration April 8 - May 1 Archdiocesan Shared Event - The Adult Confirmation Process of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a pre-sacramental program for adults (18 and older) who have already received the Catholic sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion and are seeking to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The Adult Confirmation sessions are offered on Zoom in English. Registration closes May 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members April 8 - April 30 Community Shared Event - Both of our Oak Park Parishes are seeking recommendations for potential Parish Pastoral Council members. You can recommend someone you know or yourself. Those who are recommended will be contacted to answer any questions. An information session will be held in early May for those who have been recommended. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" April 8 - May 24 Community Shared Event - Join us on Wednesday, June 24 at 1:30 PM to see Nunsense at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $50 each. Transportation will be on your own. Tickets must be purchased by May 24 or until all tickets are sold. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 April 8 - June 8 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Sign up now for Catholic Vacation Bible School. The camp runs from June 8 to June 12, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. All children ages 4-11 are invited to attend. Campers will enter and leave thru the door by St. Edmund Church Parking Lot. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Peacemaking in Families Series April 8 - November 30 Non-Parish Event of Interest - This series introduces Empowering Communication offering practical tools for healthy relationships, respectful dialogue, and staying connected through conflict, while strengthening relationships and exploring paths toward reconciliation. February - November, Eight 3 hour sessions, on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Western Springs. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 April 8 - May 3 Community Shared Event - It is that time of year for the Annual CROP Hunger Walk to be held on May 3. We are looking for walkers as well as donations to support our team. This event is a wonderful way to help our neighbors around the world and locally because 75% gets distributed by Church World Services worldwide and 25% stays locally to help feed our neighbors. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	25 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 Peacemaking in Families Series Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 8:30 Contemplative Prayer 8:30 Rosary for Peace - Saturdays 9:00 Minister of Care Gathering 10:00 Chicago Catholic Singles - Hike at Waterfall Glen 6:00p Soup and Bread... at St. Edmund Church 6:00p Prevent Gun Violence Vigil Month View April 25, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration April 8 - April 30 Space is limited for the 2026-2027 School Year - Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon April 8 - April 30 Ascension students are working hard to raise money and training every day to run laps in support of the Kathy Adams Runathon. Our goal is $65,000 and will support Teach the Children Scholarships and the school's operating fund. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Silent Saturday - A Mini-Silent Retreat April 8 - April 25 Spirit and Light Shared Event - A Silent Saturday, scheduled on April 25 from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM at St. Giles Campus, provides a few hours that are set aside for Silent Prayer, Lectio Divina or Spiritual Reading, and a reflective video by Fr. Thomas Keating OCSO. Register for lunch. Walk-ins are welcome. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration April 8 - May 1 Archdiocesan Shared Event - The Adult Confirmation Process of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a pre-sacramental program for adults (18 and older) who have already received the Catholic sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion and are seeking to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The Adult Confirmation sessions are offered on Zoom in English. Registration closes May 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members April 8 - April 30 Community Shared Event - Both of our Oak Park Parishes are seeking recommendations for potential Parish Pastoral Council members. You can recommend someone you know or yourself. Those who are recommended will be contacted to answer any questions. An information session will be held in early May for those who have been recommended. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" April 8 - May 24 Community Shared Event - Join us on Wednesday, June 24 at 1:30 PM to see Nunsense at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $50 each. Transportation will be on your own. Tickets must be purchased by May 24 or until all tickets are sold. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 April 8 - June 8 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Sign up now for Catholic Vacation Bible School. The camp runs from June 8 to June 12, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. All children ages 4-11 are invited to attend. Campers will enter and leave thru the door by St. Edmund Church Parking Lot. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Peacemaking in Families Series April 8 - November 30 Non-Parish Event of Interest - This series introduces Empowering Communication offering practical tools for healthy relationships, respectful dialogue, and staying connected through conflict, while strengthening relationships and exploring paths toward reconciliation. February - November, Eight 3 hour sessions, on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Western Springs. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 April 8 - May 3 Community Shared Event - It is that time of year for the Annual CROP Hunger Walk to be held on May 3. We are looking for walkers as well as donations to support our team. This event is a wonderful way to help our neighbors around the world and locally because 75% gets distributed by Church World Services worldwide and 25% stays locally to help feed our neighbors. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Contemplative Prayer Saturday, April 25, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Rosary for Peace - Saturdays Saturday, April 25, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Minister of Care Gathering Saturday, April 25, 9:00 AM - 10:30 PM All Ministers of Care, as well as anyone who feels called to this ministry, are invited to gather with us on Saturday, April 25 at 9:00 AM in the Conference Room Adjacent to McDonough Hall on St. Giles Campus. We want to first affirm each other in this ministry as well as explore ways to reach out to those who are homebound wishing Communion but are not currently being visited. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Chicago Catholic Singles - Hike at Waterfall Glen Saturday, April 25, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Non-Parish Event of Interest - All Catholics aged 21–35 are welcome to a Hike at Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve on April 25 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM in Darien, IL - Come join us for a relaxed morning hike in the western suburbs. Meet other single, young adult Catholics in an easygoing, intentional setting. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Soup and Bread... at St. Edmund Church Saturday, April 25, 6:00 PM Join us for Soup and Bread on the fourth Saturday of the month following the 5:00 PM Mass in Murphy Hall. Home made soups and bread are served. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Prevent Gun Violence Vigil Saturday, April 25, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More
26 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 Peacemaking in Families Series Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 9:00 Extending the Word 10:30 Children's Liturgy of the Word 5:00p Young Adult Community Mass Month View April 26, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration April 8 - April 30 Space is limited for the 2026-2027 School Year - Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon April 8 - April 30 Ascension students are working hard to raise money and training every day to run laps in support of the Kathy Adams Runathon. Our goal is $65,000 and will support Teach the Children Scholarships and the school's operating fund. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration April 8 - May 1 Archdiocesan Shared Event - The Adult Confirmation Process of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a pre-sacramental program for adults (18 and older) who have already received the Catholic sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion and are seeking to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The Adult Confirmation sessions are offered on Zoom in English. Registration closes May 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members April 8 - April 30 Community Shared Event - Both of our Oak Park Parishes are seeking recommendations for potential Parish Pastoral Council members. You can recommend someone you know or yourself. Those who are recommended will be contacted to answer any questions. An information session will be held in early May for those who have been recommended. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" April 8 - May 24 Community Shared Event - Join us on Wednesday, June 24 at 1:30 PM to see Nunsense at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $50 each. Transportation will be on your own. Tickets must be purchased by May 24 or until all tickets are sold. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 April 8 - June 8 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Sign up now for Catholic Vacation Bible School. The camp runs from June 8 to June 12, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. All children ages 4-11 are invited to attend. Campers will enter and leave thru the door by St. Edmund Church Parking Lot. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Peacemaking in Families Series April 8 - November 30 Non-Parish Event of Interest - This series introduces Empowering Communication offering practical tools for healthy relationships, respectful dialogue, and staying connected through conflict, while strengthening relationships and exploring paths toward reconciliation. February - November, Eight 3 hour sessions, on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Western Springs. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 April 8 - May 3 Community Shared Event - It is that time of year for the Annual CROP Hunger Walk to be held on May 3. We are looking for walkers as well as donations to support our team. This event is a wonderful way to help our neighbors around the world and locally because 75% gets distributed by Church World Services worldwide and 25% stays locally to help feed our neighbors. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Extending the Word Sunday, April 26, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Children's Liturgy of the Word Sunday, April 26, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Young Adult Community Mass Sunday, April 26, 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! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	27 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 Peacemaking in Families Series Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 7:00p H.O.M.E. (Honoring Our Mother Earth) Meeting 8:00p Young Adult Women's Bible Study Month View April 27, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration April 8 - April 30 Space is limited for the 2026-2027 School Year - Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon April 8 - April 30 Ascension students are working hard to raise money and training every day to run laps in support of the Kathy Adams Runathon. Our goal is $65,000 and will support Teach the Children Scholarships and the school's operating fund. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration April 8 - May 1 Archdiocesan Shared Event - The Adult Confirmation Process of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a pre-sacramental program for adults (18 and older) who have already received the Catholic sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion and are seeking to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The Adult Confirmation sessions are offered on Zoom in English. Registration closes May 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members April 8 - April 30 Community Shared Event - Both of our Oak Park Parishes are seeking recommendations for potential Parish Pastoral Council members. You can recommend someone you know or yourself. Those who are recommended will be contacted to answer any questions. An information session will be held in early May for those who have been recommended. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" April 8 - May 24 Community Shared Event - Join us on Wednesday, June 24 at 1:30 PM to see Nunsense at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $50 each. Transportation will be on your own. Tickets must be purchased by May 24 or until all tickets are sold. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 April 8 - June 8 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Sign up now for Catholic Vacation Bible School. The camp runs from June 8 to June 12, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. All children ages 4-11 are invited to attend. Campers will enter and leave thru the door by St. Edmund Church Parking Lot. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Peacemaking in Families Series April 8 - November 30 Non-Parish Event of Interest - This series introduces Empowering Communication offering practical tools for healthy relationships, respectful dialogue, and staying connected through conflict, while strengthening relationships and exploring paths toward reconciliation. February - November, Eight 3 hour sessions, on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Western Springs. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 April 8 - May 3 Community Shared Event - It is that time of year for the Annual CROP Hunger Walk to be held on May 3. We are looking for walkers as well as donations to support our team. This event is a wonderful way to help our neighbors around the world and locally because 75% gets distributed by Church World Services worldwide and 25% stays locally to help feed our neighbors. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More H.O.M.E. (Honoring Our Mother Earth) Meeting Monday, April 27, 7:00 PM The H.O.M.E. (Honoring Our Mother Earth) Team for Creation Care is an action ministry committed to educating, advising, and working to answer the call of Pope Francis outlined in his inspiring encyclical, Laudato Si'. We typically meet on the fourth Monday of each month at 7:00 PM at St. Edmund Campus. All are welcome! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Young Adult Women's Bible Study Monday, April 27, 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! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	28 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 Peacemaking in Families Series Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 4:00p Centering Prayer 6:30p The Alpha Course - At the Table! 7:00p Women's Book Club Month View April 28, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration April 8 - April 30 Space is limited for the 2026-2027 School Year - Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon April 8 - April 30 Ascension students are working hard to raise money and training every day to run laps in support of the Kathy Adams Runathon. Our goal is $65,000 and will support Teach the Children Scholarships and the school's operating fund. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration April 8 - May 1 Archdiocesan Shared Event - The Adult Confirmation Process of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a pre-sacramental program for adults (18 and older) who have already received the Catholic sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion and are seeking to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The Adult Confirmation sessions are offered on Zoom in English. Registration closes May 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members April 8 - April 30 Community Shared Event - Both of our Oak Park Parishes are seeking recommendations for potential Parish Pastoral Council members. You can recommend someone you know or yourself. Those who are recommended will be contacted to answer any questions. An information session will be held in early May for those who have been recommended. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" April 8 - May 24 Community Shared Event - Join us on Wednesday, June 24 at 1:30 PM to see Nunsense at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $50 each. Transportation will be on your own. Tickets must be purchased by May 24 or until all tickets are sold. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 April 8 - June 8 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Sign up now for Catholic Vacation Bible School. The camp runs from June 8 to June 12, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. All children ages 4-11 are invited to attend. Campers will enter and leave thru the door by St. Edmund Church Parking Lot. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Peacemaking in Families Series April 8 - November 30 Non-Parish Event of Interest - This series introduces Empowering Communication offering practical tools for healthy relationships, respectful dialogue, and staying connected through conflict, while strengthening relationships and exploring paths toward reconciliation. February - November, Eight 3 hour sessions, on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Western Springs. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 April 8 - May 3 Community Shared Event - It is that time of year for the Annual CROP Hunger Walk to be held on May 3. We are looking for walkers as well as donations to support our team. This event is a wonderful way to help our neighbors around the world and locally because 75% gets distributed by Church World Services worldwide and 25% stays locally to help feed our neighbors. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Centering Prayer Tuesday, April 28, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More The Alpha Course - At the Table! Tuesday, April 28, 6:30 PM Spirit and Light Shared Event - Alpha is a welcoming space to explore questions of life, faith, and meaning - open to everyone, regardless of background or belief. Once a week on Tuesdays at 6:30 PM in St. Giles McDonough Hall for 11 weeks, participants gather for a delicious dinner, watch a short video on a question of faith, and share thoughts in an open conversation. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Women's Book Club Tuesday, April 28, 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! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	29 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 Peacemaking in Families Series Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 6:00p Wednesday Night Bible Study Month View April 29, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration April 8 - April 30 Space is limited for the 2026-2027 School Year - Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon April 8 - April 30 Ascension students are working hard to raise money and training every day to run laps in support of the Kathy Adams Runathon. Our goal is $65,000 and will support Teach the Children Scholarships and the school's operating fund. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration April 8 - May 1 Archdiocesan Shared Event - The Adult Confirmation Process of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a pre-sacramental program for adults (18 and older) who have already received the Catholic sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion and are seeking to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The Adult Confirmation sessions are offered on Zoom in English. Registration closes May 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members April 8 - April 30 Community Shared Event - Both of our Oak Park Parishes are seeking recommendations for potential Parish Pastoral Council members. You can recommend someone you know or yourself. Those who are recommended will be contacted to answer any questions. An information session will be held in early May for those who have been recommended. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" April 8 - May 24 Community Shared Event - Join us on Wednesday, June 24 at 1:30 PM to see Nunsense at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $50 each. Transportation will be on your own. Tickets must be purchased by May 24 or until all tickets are sold. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 April 8 - June 8 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Sign up now for Catholic Vacation Bible School. The camp runs from June 8 to June 12, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. All children ages 4-11 are invited to attend. Campers will enter and leave thru the door by St. Edmund Church Parking Lot. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Peacemaking in Families Series April 8 - November 30 Non-Parish Event of Interest - This series introduces Empowering Communication offering practical tools for healthy relationships, respectful dialogue, and staying connected through conflict, while strengthening relationships and exploring paths toward reconciliation. February - November, Eight 3 hour sessions, on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Western Springs. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 April 8 - May 3 Community Shared Event - It is that time of year for the Annual CROP Hunger Walk to be held on May 3. We are looking for walkers as well as donations to support our team. This event is a wonderful way to help our neighbors around the world and locally because 75% gets distributed by Church World Services worldwide and 25% stays locally to help feed our neighbors. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Wednesday Night Bible Study Wednesday, April 29, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More	30 Project Prayer at Noon Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 Peacemaking in Families Series Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 9:30 Bible Study on Zoom 7:00p The Life of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin Month View April 30, 2026 Project Prayer at Noon November 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension and St. Edmund Parish Spring Fundraiser April 1 - June 30 Make a difference in the life of our Ascension and St. Edmund Parish by supporting this spring’s fundraiser. You’ll be directly impacting the programs and ministries that are vital to our mission -Become an Angel Donor with a tax-deductible donation (by June 30) and/or Play the Spring Cash Raffle - 4 Prizes (by May 17). CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Inquiry for Ascension School Registration April 8 - April 30 Space is limited for the 2026-2027 School Year - Ascension offers PK3 - 8th Grade students and families rigorous academics, faith formation, readiness for higher education and a love of learning. Call our Admissions office or book your personal tour today! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ascension School - Kathy Adams Runathon April 8 - April 30 Ascension students are working hard to raise money and training every day to run laps in support of the Kathy Adams Runathon. Our goal is $65,000 and will support Teach the Children Scholarships and the school's operating fund. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Adult Confirmation - Summer 2026 - Ongoing Registration April 8 - May 1 Archdiocesan Shared Event - The Adult Confirmation Process of the Archdiocese of Chicago is a pre-sacramental program for adults (18 and older) who have already received the Catholic sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion and are seeking to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The Adult Confirmation sessions are offered on Zoom in English. Registration closes May 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Recommendation Submission for New Parish Pastoral Council Members April 8 - April 30 Community Shared Event - Both of our Oak Park Parishes are seeking recommendations for potential Parish Pastoral Council members. You can recommend someone you know or yourself. Those who are recommended will be contacted to answer any questions. An information session will be held in early May for those who have been recommended. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Ticket Sale for 50+ Club Theater Outing to "Nunsense" April 8 - May 24 Community Shared Event - Join us on Wednesday, June 24 at 1:30 PM to see Nunsense at the Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $50 each. Transportation will be on your own. Tickets must be purchased by May 24 or until all tickets are sold. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Registration for Catholic Vacation Bible School on June 4-12 April 8 - June 8 Spirit and Light Shared Event - Sign up now for Catholic Vacation Bible School. The camp runs from June 8 to June 12, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. All children ages 4-11 are invited to attend. Campers will enter and leave thru the door by St. Edmund Church Parking Lot. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Peacemaking in Families Series April 8 - November 30 Non-Parish Event of Interest - This series introduces Empowering Communication offering practical tools for healthy relationships, respectful dialogue, and staying connected through conflict, while strengthening relationships and exploring paths toward reconciliation. February - November, Eight 3 hour sessions, on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Western Springs. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Invitation to Join the St. Edmund Saturday Night Choir April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Sound System for Ascension and St. Edmund Parish April 8 - April 30 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Ongoing Invitation to Support the Crop Walk 2026 April 8 - May 3 Community Shared Event - It is that time of year for the Annual CROP Hunger Walk to be held on May 3. We are looking for walkers as well as donations to support our team. This event is a wonderful way to help our neighbors around the world and locally because 75% gets distributed by Church World Services worldwide and 25% stays locally to help feed our neighbors. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More Bible Study on Zoom Thursday, April 30, 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. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More The Life of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin Thursday, April 30, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Community Shared Event - SAVE THE DATE for The Life of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, a one-women show featuring Sister of Providence Susan Paweski, on Thursday, April 30 at 7:00 PM in the Pine Room of Ascension School. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION! Read More