June 9, 2021
The State of Illinois and the City of Chicago are entering Phase 5 of their Reopening plans. Accordingly, the Archdiocese of Chicago has lifted the capacity restrictions for our Sunday liturgies, allowing us to host as many people as would like to celebrate in-person. We continue to recommend (in line with CDC guidance) that those who are not vaccinated keep a distance of up to 6 feet from others outside their household.
Starting with liturgies on June 13, 2021, Old St. Pat’s will no longer ask for reservations for liturgies (for contact-tracing purposes), and masks are not required, though we encourage those who are not vaccinated to wear masks to protect their health and the health of those at greater risk. But no proof of vaccination will be required or requested at liturgies.
At each of our Mass times, we will host additional space downstairs in our Hughes Hall for those who would like to be AT Old St. Pat’s to celebrate with the community in-person, but might feel more comfortable keeping social distance. Hughes Hall will have a LiveFeed of the video and audio from the Mass upstairs, and Communion will be brought to those downstairs.
The State of Illinois and the City of Chicago are entering Phase 5 of their Reopening plans. Accordingly, the Archdiocese of Chicago has lifted the capacity restrictions for our Sunday liturgies, allowing us to host as many people as would like to celebrate in-person. We continue to recommend (in line with CDC guidance) that those who are not vaccinated keep a distance of up to 6 feet from others outside their household.
Starting with liturgies on June 13, 2021, Old St. Pat’s will no longer ask for reservations for liturgies (for contact-tracing purposes), and masks are not required, though we encourage those who are not vaccinated to wear masks to protect their health and the health of those at greater risk. But no proof of vaccination will be required or requested at liturgies.
At each of our Mass times, we will host additional space downstairs in our Hughes Hall for those who would like to be AT Old St. Pat’s to celebrate with the community in-person, but might feel more comfortable keeping social distance. Hughes Hall will have a LiveFeed of the video and audio from the Mass upstairs, and Communion will be brought to those downstairs.
May 21, 2021
The State of Illinois and the City of Chicago entered the "Bridge Phase" on May 14. The Archdiocese of Chicago adjusted capacity limits accordingly to allow more opportunity for people to participate in our liturgies in the church. Starting on May 23rd, Old St. Pat's is beginning a gradual increase of our Sunday Mass assembly sizes to allow more people to join us in the church for liturgies. This move is in line with the adjustments being made to the guidelines and protocols of the Archdiocese of Chicago.
In an effort to be as welcoming and inclusive as possible to those who are cautious about returning to church, we will continue to require masks for all attendees at Masses until we reach Phase 5 in the state of Illinois and the city of Chicago (at which time it is expected that all mask mandates will be lifted).
The State of Illinois and the City of Chicago entered the "Bridge Phase" on May 14. The Archdiocese of Chicago adjusted capacity limits accordingly to allow more opportunity for people to participate in our liturgies in the church. Starting on May 23rd, Old St. Pat's is beginning a gradual increase of our Sunday Mass assembly sizes to allow more people to join us in the church for liturgies. This move is in line with the adjustments being made to the guidelines and protocols of the Archdiocese of Chicago.
In an effort to be as welcoming and inclusive as possible to those who are cautious about returning to church, we will continue to require masks for all attendees at Masses until we reach Phase 5 in the state of Illinois and the city of Chicago (at which time it is expected that all mask mandates will be lifted).
May 10, 2021
The State of Illinois and the City of Chicago are poised to enter the "Bridge Phase," and on Monday, May 10th, the Archdiocese of Chicago adjusted capacity limits accordingly to allow more opportunity for people to participate in our liturgies in the church. This week, we at Old St. Pat's are sorting out what this means within our church's physical space and what adjustments we will be able to make for the coming weekends. Thank you for your patience, and know that we will be reaching out with updates when we have them.
The State of Illinois and the City of Chicago are poised to enter the "Bridge Phase," and on Monday, May 10th, the Archdiocese of Chicago adjusted capacity limits accordingly to allow more opportunity for people to participate in our liturgies in the church. This week, we at Old St. Pat's are sorting out what this means within our church's physical space and what adjustments we will be able to make for the coming weekends. Thank you for your patience, and know that we will be reaching out with updates when we have them.
June 12, 2020
Last weekend, we began celebrating small baptisms and weddings, and we expect approval to expand the size of our liturgies very soon. This approval will also allow us to resume celebrating Sunday Eucharist, though we have not yet determined a date for resumption of masses.
In anticipation of resuming celebrations in person, you are encouraged to read this document from the Archdiocese describing what to expect. We will update our community through e-blasts, our website, and social media platforms when we have the procedures and dates for our first Sunday celebrations. In the meantime, we are grateful for your patience and understanding as we honor both our longing for the Eucharist and our responsibility to keep our members, volunteers, and clergy safe and healthy.
Last weekend, we began celebrating small baptisms and weddings, and we expect approval to expand the size of our liturgies very soon. This approval will also allow us to resume celebrating Sunday Eucharist, though we have not yet determined a date for resumption of masses.
In anticipation of resuming celebrations in person, you are encouraged to read this document from the Archdiocese describing what to expect. We will update our community through e-blasts, our website, and social media platforms when we have the procedures and dates for our first Sunday celebrations. In the meantime, we are grateful for your patience and understanding as we honor both our longing for the Eucharist and our responsibility to keep our members, volunteers, and clergy safe and healthy.
June 4, 2020
The community of Old St. Patrick’s Church is looking forward to being back together for worship and the Sacramental celebrations that are so meaningful and nourishing to our lives as Catholics. Following guidelines from the state and the Archdiocese of Chicago, We are currently taking the necessary steps to establish critical processes and procedures we need to host these liturgical celebrations. Starting the weekend of June 6-7, we will be celebrating small baptisms and weddings and will continue to prepare for our first opportunity to celebrate Sunday Eucharist together. We will update our community through e-blasts, our website, and social media platforms when we have the procedures and dates for our first Sunday celebrations. In the meantime, we are grateful for your patience and understanding as we honor both our longing for the Eucharist and our responsibility to keep our members, volunteers, and clergy safe and healthy.
The community of Old St. Patrick’s Church is looking forward to being back together for worship and the Sacramental celebrations that are so meaningful and nourishing to our lives as Catholics. Following guidelines from the state and the Archdiocese of Chicago, We are currently taking the necessary steps to establish critical processes and procedures we need to host these liturgical celebrations. Starting the weekend of June 6-7, we will be celebrating small baptisms and weddings and will continue to prepare for our first opportunity to celebrate Sunday Eucharist together. We will update our community through e-blasts, our website, and social media platforms when we have the procedures and dates for our first Sunday celebrations. In the meantime, we are grateful for your patience and understanding as we honor both our longing for the Eucharist and our responsibility to keep our members, volunteers, and clergy safe and healthy.
May 14, 2020
We are grateful that with the Plan for Reopening distributed by the Archdiocese of Chicago, we are able to move forward toward the celebration of the sacraments again as a community. During this process, we will take specific instructions from the Archdiocese. It will take time for us to develop timelines for these different celebrations, especially due to the size of our faith community, but we commit to transparent and timely communication through our website and online media platforms. Thank you for your patience and continued prayerful and vibrant participation in this community of faith.
We are grateful that with the Plan for Reopening distributed by the Archdiocese of Chicago, we are able to move forward toward the celebration of the sacraments again as a community. During this process, we will take specific instructions from the Archdiocese. It will take time for us to develop timelines for these different celebrations, especially due to the size of our faith community, but we commit to transparent and timely communication through our website and online media platforms. Thank you for your patience and continued prayerful and vibrant participation in this community of faith.
April 24, 2020
As of Thursday, April 23 Gov. J.B. Pritzker has extended the "stay-at-home" order for all Illinois residents through May 30. Read more here. In accordance with this extension through May 30, we will keep our campus closed and continue to celebrate Mass via Livestream. Our staff is continuing to work on ways to stay connected virtually as well as put those in need in touch with the appropriate resources. Please visit our COVID-19 Assistance/Response form to let us know what you need or how we can help. We recommend signing up for our e-newsletter here to stay in the loop on upcoming Livestream Masses and other resources for connection during this time.
As of Thursday, April 23 Gov. J.B. Pritzker has extended the "stay-at-home" order for all Illinois residents through May 30. Read more here. In accordance with this extension through May 30, we will keep our campus closed and continue to celebrate Mass via Livestream. Our staff is continuing to work on ways to stay connected virtually as well as put those in need in touch with the appropriate resources. Please visit our COVID-19 Assistance/Response form to let us know what you need or how we can help. We recommend signing up for our e-newsletter here to stay in the loop on upcoming Livestream Masses and other resources for connection during this time.
We long to be back together again not only for worship but for the other experiences that enrich our community life, like special events, outreach opportunities, weddings, ministry and group meetings. We are endlessly grateful to remain connected via the gift of technology and we know that much of the work continues, even if it looks a little different right now. As always, please know we are here for you, and can’t wait to welcome you back through our doors soon.
April 1, 2020
Gov. J.B. Pritzker is extending a "stay-at-home" order for all residents, directing people to remain in their homes except for essentials until the end of April to help stop the spread of COVID-19. Pritzker initially closed schools and restaurants and bars on March 13, then issued the stay-at-home order March 21. The period was to end April 7, but experts have said the rising number of cases in Illinois won't have reached its peak by then.
In accordance with the "stay-at-home" extension through April 30, we will keep our campus closed. We will continue celebrate Mass via Livestream and are continuously working on other ways to stay connected virtually. This week we will announce our Livestream schedule for Holy Week. Please stay tuned to our website for updates.
April 1, 2020
Gov. J.B. Pritzker is extending a "stay-at-home" order for all residents, directing people to remain in their homes except for essentials until the end of April to help stop the spread of COVID-19. Pritzker initially closed schools and restaurants and bars on March 13, then issued the stay-at-home order March 21. The period was to end April 7, but experts have said the rising number of cases in Illinois won't have reached its peak by then.
In accordance with the "stay-at-home" extension through April 30, we will keep our campus closed. We will continue celebrate Mass via Livestream and are continuously working on other ways to stay connected virtually. This week we will announce our Livestream schedule for Holy Week. Please stay tuned to our website for updates.
March 19, 2020
As of March 19, 2020, Cardinal Blase Cupich has ordered all parishes in the Chicago Archdiocese to not hold any public celebrations on Palm Sunday (April 5) or the rest of Holy Week. The full statement can be read here. In step with these guidelines, we will not hold public celebrations of Mass through the rest of the Lenten season.
We will soon have updates about our services and plans to celebrate the rest of Lent and Holy Week together as an Old St. Pat's community through the gift of technology.
As of March 19, 2020, Cardinal Blase Cupich has ordered all parishes in the Chicago Archdiocese to not hold any public celebrations on Palm Sunday (April 5) or the rest of Holy Week. The full statement can be read here. In step with these guidelines, we will not hold public celebrations of Mass through the rest of the Lenten season.
We will soon have updates about our services and plans to celebrate the rest of Lent and Holy Week together as an Old St. Pat's community through the gift of technology.
March 12, 2020
Dear Old St. Patrick's Community,
With you, we are watching as more individuals and communities are impacted by the spread of COVID-19 (the “novel coronavirus”). Our thoughts are especially with those for whom this global public health issue is immediate and personal.
At this time our Old St. Pat’s community is without confirmed or suspected cases of COVID-19. For this we are grateful, but realize we must act in a proactive way to protect our community and the communities beyond. As much as we cherish our Sunday worship and other gatherings, we are making the sacrifice to limit our time together for the sake of public health.
We are adhering closely to guidelines from The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Illinois Department of Public Health, and the Illinois Governor’s Office, which officially declared a state of emergency on Monday, March 9.
In a spirit of love and care for our neighbors and the larger city, we are writing today to share key decisions made for the coming weeks:
Because this situation is evolving rapidly, we will continue to communicate with you in the days ahead.
We feel the sadness and anxiety of this moment and this was not a decision we took lightly. We weighed many options, and we believe that this is a moment when we must continue to look beyond ourselves and take action to care for each other and the larger world.
We hold in our hearts all those who have been touched by this disease. And more than ever in this time, we lean on each other to be a church of courage, responsibility, and hope.
Fr. Tom Hurley and the Staff of Old St. Pat’s
Please click here for information on pastoral care emergencies and funerals during this time
Dear Old St. Patrick's Community,
With you, we are watching as more individuals and communities are impacted by the spread of COVID-19 (the “novel coronavirus”). Our thoughts are especially with those for whom this global public health issue is immediate and personal.
At this time our Old St. Pat’s community is without confirmed or suspected cases of COVID-19. For this we are grateful, but realize we must act in a proactive way to protect our community and the communities beyond. As much as we cherish our Sunday worship and other gatherings, we are making the sacrifice to limit our time together for the sake of public health.
We are adhering closely to guidelines from The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Illinois Department of Public Health, and the Illinois Governor’s Office, which officially declared a state of emergency on Monday, March 9.
In a spirit of love and care for our neighbors and the larger city, we are writing today to share key decisions made for the coming weeks:
- Effective March 13, 2020, we are closing our campus for the next 10-days. All liturgies (Sundays and weekdays) are canceled. We are also canceling all programs and meetings for that time. As of March 19, 2020, we have extended our closure until Sunday, March 29.
- Mass will be Livestreamed at 10 am Sunday, March 15, 12:10 pm Tuesday, March 17, 10 am Sunday, March 22, and 10 am Sunday, March 29. The Livestream link along with digital worship aids will be sent out via our e-newsletter and available on our website and our other online platforms. These Masses will be available for viewing at any time.
- In addition to the streamed liturgies, please look to our website for additional resources as we continue our experience of church, in a new way during this extraordinary time.
Because this situation is evolving rapidly, we will continue to communicate with you in the days ahead.
We feel the sadness and anxiety of this moment and this was not a decision we took lightly. We weighed many options, and we believe that this is a moment when we must continue to look beyond ourselves and take action to care for each other and the larger world.
We hold in our hearts all those who have been touched by this disease. And more than ever in this time, we lean on each other to be a church of courage, responsibility, and hope.
Fr. Tom Hurley and the Staff of Old St. Pat’s
Please click here for information on pastoral care emergencies and funerals during this time