YOU are needed to be a Catechist Each year at this time when our Family & Teen Faith programs begin, we articulate the need for catechists. This need is probably expressed in every parish around the world. Our young parishioners need what YOU have to offer. Research shows that the impact of an adult (other […]
September 12th, 2021 Read More »
I will not be with you to celebrate the Eucharist in person this weekend, but I will be with you in prayer. I will be on my annual 8-day Silent Directed Retreat. Each year for 33 of my 35 years as a priest, I have done an 8-day Silent Directed Retreat. This is a
September 5th, 2021 Read More »
Masks Required Regardless of Vaccination Status Suburban Cook County announced that face coverings are required in all indoor public spaces for all people over the age of 2, regardless of vaccination status. Therefore, masks are now REQUIRED indoors for all clergy, staff, volunteers and parishioners inside archdiocesan facilities in Suburban Cook County and in the City of Chicago, including
In our 2018 strategic plan, Renew Our Church, we acknowledged the diminishing lack of participation and the disengagement in organized religion. We also acknowledged that key to our parish Mission is building and maintaining a vibrant community. The Plan clearly stated one of the outcomes: an expanded, more engaged, and spiritually committed parish community.
Adventures in Grace: a pilgrimage Read More »
Brandon Wu is a professional golfer currently on the Korn Ferry Tour, named after the primary sponsor, Korn Ferry Consulting from Los Angeles. This tour is similar to the minor leagues of professional baseball. Participants hope to move to the next level and, in Brandon’s case, the PGA tour. He obviously embraces the process, journey
