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!

Non-Parish Event of Interest - The Well Spirituality Center Event - In this five-day retreat, we will contemplate memories of transformation both profound and ordinary by generating personal narratives. This retreat is for those new to writing as well as experienced writers looking to learn how transformation works in their lives and their stories. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION!

Archdiocesan Shared Event - CRS and Caritas Venezuela are working to provide earthquake-affected families with critical aid... Together, CRS and Caritas Venezuela are working to quickly identify urgent needs, coordinate with humanitarian partners and deliver lifesaving assistance to the communities hardest hit by the earthquakes. PLEASE SUPPORT - DONATE! - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION!

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!

Non-Parish Event of Interest - St. Peter's in the Loop invites you to celebrate the Jubilee Year of St. Francis. Come learn about our Franciscan heritage and learn how the beloved St. Francis continues to impact the world in which we live. Join us for Feast Day Masses, talks by Franciscan scholars, recitals, and special prayer events. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION!

Non-Parish Event of Interest - Joyful Again! is for both men and women (all ages) who have been widowed and are still trying to find hope and new joy in life. The next 2-Day Retreat / Workshop for Widowed Men and Women will be held on August 8-9, 2026, at Visitation Parish, Elmhurst, IL - CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION!

Non-Parish Event of Interest - The Grief to Grace Retreat in Rockford, Illinois, taking place September 29 - October 4, 2026, at Bishop Lane Retreat Center, is a Christ-centered, trauma-informed retreat offering a sacred and confidential space for individuals seeking healing from deep wounds, grief, and past trauma. CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION!

Non-Parish Event of Interest - An Ecumenical Pilgrimage to Spain and Portugal with Sister Sue Paweski - 12 Days from October 28 to November 8, 2026 - Visiting: Salamanca, Segovia, Avila, Santiago de Compostela, Douro River Cruise, Porto, Fatima, Lisbon and more! CLICK ON EVENT TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION!