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At the Crossroads Speaker and Discussion SeriesMay 5 | 6:30 pm | Fellowship Hall, 625 W. Adams
Old St. Patrick’s Church is honored to welcome the Editor in Chief of America Media, Fr. Sam Sawyer, SJ. to the spring session of our At The Crossroads Speaker and Discussion Series. In his talk titled "Stop Expecting to Agree: Communion as a Way Out of Polarization," Fr. Sawyer will invite us to explore possible ways forward, including moving away from a “threat mentality” to a sense of greater and genuine communion with each other. The conversation will be moderated by Fr. Michael Simone, SJ. |
National Nurses Day
In honor of National Nurses Day, we will be celebrating the remarkable dedication and service of nurses in our community on Sunday, May 5th during our 8pm Mass - a Mass often attended by nurses who work long 12 hour shifts. We extend an invitation to all nurses to receive a special blessing during Mass and to join in fellowship with the Old St. Patrick's community afterwards in Hughes Hall.
Snacks and drinks will be provided. Let us come together to express our heartfelt appreciation and gratitude for the incredible work they do and for the care and compassion they show to those most in need. |
Evening with EncoreMay 9 | 7 pm | Zoom
All are welcome to join us on Zoom with Paul Durica, Director of Exhibitions at the Chicago History Museum for “Convention City: How Presidential Nominations in Chicago Shaped the Nation.” Please register to receive the Zoom link. Register Here |
Encounter Young Adult BonfireMay 10 | 6 pm | Promontory Point
Join us as we enjoy the nice weather on Friday, May 10th at 6pm for a bonfire & potluck at Promontory Point. Open to all Young Adults ages 21-39. Bring your blankets, chairs, and sign up for attendance and to bring something for the potluck. For any questions, feel free to reach out to feel free to reach out to Encounter's Social Chair, Sean Montgomery, at seanmonty7@gmail.com. Register Here |
Mother’s Day at Old St. Patrick's
May 12 | Old St. Patrick's Church
Join us Sunday, May 12, 2024 as we continue to celebrate the Easter season by honoring the mothers and mother-figures in our lives on Mother’s Day. We will be gifted by reflections from mothers at our 9am, 11am, and 5pm Masses, and a Blessing of Mothers at all of our liturgies on this day. We will also continue the tradition of bringing flowers to Mary. Please plan to bring flowers to church on this day to be placed in vases in our Mother's Day Mary shrine. |
Broadway on AdamsMay 16-18 | 7:30 pm | 625 W. Adams
Tickets are now available for Broadway on Adams which will be held on May 16, 17 & 18. Please join us for a festive evening, cabaret style at 625 W. Adams. We are excited to share the many talents of our Music Ministry featuring songs from Broadway that we all know and love! Purchase Tickets |
Adoption ConnectionsMay 19 | 3:30 pm | RSVP for Location
Adoption Connections is a forum for people on the adoption journey to connect, share stories, and support each other. Get to know each other over a casual dinner. Steve and Rachelle (along with Evan age 8 and Adrian age 3) will host at their house in Portage Park on Sunday, May 19 from 3:30-7:00. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. Children are welcome. RSVP Rachelle Lindo, Co-chair rachelle.lindo@gmail.com. |
Northside Book ClubMay 20 | 6:30 pm | Book Cellar
The Northside Book Club's May meeting is on Monday, May 20. We will be reading "Sin in the Second City" by Karen Abbott. We will be meeting at the Book Cellar. We'll catch up and decide on the next book from 6:30-7, and discuss the book from 7-8. For more information, contact Rachelle Lindo at rachelle.lindo@gmail.com. |
Spirit of St. Brigid PilgrimageAugust 6-12 | Ireland
In honor of St. Brigid of Kildare’s 1500 Anniversary, Encounter Young Adult Ministry is going on a pilgrimage to Ireland to follow St. Brigid’s footsteps. Every day will be a different theme such as service, social justice, and growing in our Catholic faith. We will be there on August 6th - 12th, 2024 with a group of 20 Young Adults. Open to ages 21-39. Click Here |
Recurring Programing |
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Contemplative Community Online Chapel Mondays - Saturdays | Weekly | Zoom
The online chapel experience is made up of a period of silent meditation, a short reading for prayerful reflection and an opportunity for simple faith sharing. It is a chance to find support and enhance your prayer and spiritual practicing. All are welcome! |
Children's Liturgy of the Word (CLOW)Various Sundays | 9 AM Mass | Old St. Patrick's Church
A special part of the family Sunday experience at Old St. Patrick’s Church for children ages Kindergarten through second grade is “Children’s Liturgy of the Word” (CLOW) ministry. Children should sit with their families until they are invited to the altar by the priest. They will then go into the rectory with adult leaders to learn about the readings of the day in a child-friendly manner. We engage in activities to support the children’s understanding of the gospel message. Click below for upcoming dates. |
Encounter Young Adult's Women Spirituality Faith Sharing Group1st Tuesday of the Month | 7:00 PM | 711 W Monroe, 3rd Floor Library
Encounter, OSP's Young Adult Ministry, hosts a space for all women-identified folks to gather for prayer, faith sharing, and community building on the 1st Tuesday of every month. Together, we select books, podcasts, articles, and poems designed to explore and deepen our spirituality. |
You Are Not Alone Divorce Support GroupSundays | 10:30 AM | Various Locations
Due to the holidays, YANA we will be meeting 10:30 am -12 pm on Zoom December 3rd and in person November 19th at 718 W. Adams (Rectory), Third Floor, Dining Room. Old St Pat’s Divorce Support Group (YANA) is a networking group for men and women who are separated or divorced. “You Are Not Alone” is a chance to talk with other men and women who are separated or divorced. This group meets to discuss topics of importance to those seeking to heal during and after one of life’s most difficult transitions. Peer facilitated by those who have been there and simply wish to listen and offer encouragement. Participation is free. |
Special Friends MassVarious Sundays | 12 pm | FXW Cafeteria
Special Friends Masses are intended for members of our faith community with diverse abilities who may struggle to attend a traditional Mass. It is a place of welcome, encouragement, and triumph where Christ’s presence feels palpable among us and from where we help to bring Christ into the world. |
Mass & Church TourSecond Sunday | Old St. Patrick's Church
On the second Sunday of each month, new members and people interested in Old St. Pat’s are invited to engage with Church members and staff. For about half an hour, we will present information on the Church and answer your questions. This special time is a great opportunity to invite people in your life to join us. All are welcome at Old St. Pat’s! |
Greater Chicago Food Depository2nd Tuesdays and Saturdays of the Month | Various Times | 4100 W. Ann Laurie Place
Join OSP members as they serve with the Greater Chicago Food Depository on the second Tuesday and Saturday of every month. For complete information, click the link below and contact the coordinators. |
Pneuma LGBTQ+ Faith Sharing2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the Month | 6:30 PM | Register for Location
Encounter, OSP's Young Adult Ministry, hosts an inclusive and affirming faith sharing group for LGBTQ+ members. The group meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month. |
My Brother's Kitchen3rd Saturday of the Month | 8 AM | 1241 S. Pulaski Rd.
Join Old St. Pat's members and friends set-up, prepare a hot, healthy meal, serve, clean-up and provide cheerful hospitality for over 100 guests from the North Lawndale neighborhood. All are welcome. Volunteers are needed on the 3rd Saturday of every month. |
Immigrant and Refugee Ministry Monthly MeetingThird Monday of the Month | 6:30 PM | Contact for Location
Please join us for our monthly meeting on the last Monday of every month. Meetings are held virtually over Zoom. Please email immigration@oldstpats.org if you are interested in attending. |
Women's Spirituality - Western Suburbs3rd Thursday of the Month | 7 PM | Carmelite Spiritual Center
Join the Western Suburbs Women’s Spirituality Group to share each other’s spiritual journey. Each meeting is centered around a discussion of readings led by a member of the group. If you are interested, please contact Sandie Vaisnoras at svaisnoras@gmail.com |