We mourn the passing of Pope Francis – a shepherd whose Papacy reshaped the soul of the Church through his humility, compassion, and prophetic witness. His life was a testimony to the Gospel truth that “true power is in service,” not in dominance or prestige...

We are an Easter People! - “Christ has no hands but ours” is attributed to Teresa of Avila who lived in the 1500’s... On Holy Thursday at Centro San Edmundo Father Carl and Pastor Helen blessed hand cream that was used to bless the hands of the volunteers...

HAPPY EASTER TO ALL! I am full of joy knowing you are reading my corner and staying connected with our faith community. I extend grace and peace to you today in the name of our Risen Lord... I want to extend my warmest wishes to each of you for a blessed and joy-filled Easter...

We are an Easter People! - We have all heard the term “Easter people,” meaning that we live out the hope and joy of Christ’s resurrection. Living this faith translates to embracing hope, showing love, and expressing joy...

Here we are, it’s Palm Sunday! Our readings remind us of a moment when HOPE entered Jerusalem, not with force, but with humility. Jesus rode a donkey, not a war horse. He came not as a conqueror, but as a peacemaker...

Temporary Protective Status Extended - We received some good news for many of our resettled migrant families, especially those from Venezuela. The Temporary Protective Status (TPS) has been extended...

As we begin our Lenten journey marked with prayer, fasting and almsgiving, I am writing to let you know that on Ash Wednesday a Senate committee passed a bill, Senate Bill 9, that would legalize assisted suicide in Illinois...

More Manna, More Stories - The recent coinciding spring breaks for Chicago and Oak Park public schools and Archdiocesan schools resulted in a wonderful influx of children spending the morning at Centro San Edmundo...