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Partners Religious Education and Foundations Youth Ministry Registration2024 - 2025 School Year | 10:15 am | Frances Xavier Ward School
Registration for the Partners Religious Education, (Kindergarten to 8th grade) and Foundations Youth Ministry (9th to 12th grades) for the '24-'25 school year is now open to all. Classes will be held on Sunday mornings. Families are encouraged to attend the 9:00am mass in the church. Class will immediately follow mass from 10:15am to 11:30am in the Frances Xavier Warde School. Deadline to register is August 1st. Click Here to Register |
Northside Book ClubJuly 22 | 6:30 pm | Book Cellar
The Northside Book Club's July meeting is on Monday, July 22. We will be reading "Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution for Overthinking" by Jon Acuff. 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 Hannah Dorsey at [email protected]. |
Encounter Young Adult Leadership TeamInterested in getting involved with Encounter? If you are interested in volunteering for Encounter's Leadership Team, you can find more information and fill out the Interest form by August 11th. There are a variety of positions open and they are a 1 year commitment starting September 2024 and ending August 2025. If you have any questions, please reach out to Brenda at [email protected]. We hope to have you join our team!
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Summer Liturgical Minister Training SeriesAugust 11 | 12:15 pm | Old St. Patrick's Church
Our vision statement pillar of ‘exquisite liturgy’ finds its foundation in the many people who make our liturgies at Old St. Patrick’s a welcoming, vibrant, and lifegiving experience. During these lazy days of summer, we will be training up Hospitality and Eucharistic Ministers in order to serve our community in the best way possible during our busy program and liturgical seasons. For further questions, please email Dominic Trumfio or Krista Chinchilla-Patzke at [email protected] Click Here for More Information |
Young Adult Baseball NightAugust 21 | 7:05 pm | Wrigley Field
Come and enjoy the last weeks of Summer at a Cubs Game with Encounter on Wednesday, August 21st at 7:05pm! Enjoy socializing with other Young Adults and watching the Cubs play the Detroit Tigers at Wrigley Field. There are limited tickets so buy yours soon! Click Here for Tickets |
Summer Liturgical Minister Training SeriesAugust 25 | 6:15 pm | Old St. Patrick's Church
Our vision statement pillar of ‘exquisite liturgy’ finds its foundation in the many people who make our liturgies at Old St. Patrick’s a welcoming, vibrant, and lifegiving experience. During these lazy days of summer, we will be training up Hospitality and Eucharistic Ministers in order to serve our community in the best way possible during our busy program and liturgical seasons. For further questions, please email Dominic Trumfio or Krista Chinchilla-Patzke at [email protected] Click Here for More Information |
Northside Book ClubAugust 26 | 6:30 pm | Book Cellar
The Northside Book Club's July meeting is on Monday, July 22. We will be reading "Before We Were Yours" by Lisa Wingate. 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 Hannah Dorsey at [email protected]. |
Young Adult Small Groups September 8 - December 15 | 5 pm | Old St. Patrick's Church
Small Groups are back! Join Encounter, the Young Adult Ministry at Old St. Pat’s, biweekly on Sundays with an option to meet with your group before or after 5pm Mass from September 8th - December 15th. This is a great opportunity to reflect on the Gospel, grow in faith, and break bread with other Young Adults. If you would like to volunteer as a facilitator, please register by Sunday, August 4th. To participate, please register by Sunday, August 18th. Open to ages 18-39. Click Here to Learn More |
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. Children's Liturgy of the Word (CLOW) is taking a brief hiatus during the summer. Check back for more information this fall. |
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. Encounter Young Adult's Women Spirituality Faith Sharing Group is taking a brief hiatus during the summer. Check back for more information this fall. |
You Are Not Alone Divorce Support GroupSundays | 10:30 AM | Various Locations
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 | 1 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. Special Friends Mass is taking a brief hiatus during the summer. Check back for more information this fall. |
Mass & Information SessionSecond 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. Pneuma LGBTQ+ Faith Sharing is taking a brief hiatus during the summer. Check back for more information this fall. |
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 third Monday of every month. Meetings are held virtually over Zoom with a quarterly in-person meeting. Please email [email protected] 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 [email protected] |