Non-Parish Events

Pope Leo XIV Presentation

November 12, 2026
6:00 PM
Non-Parish Event - St. Julie Billiart Parish
7399 W. 159th Street in Tinley Park, IL 60477

Pope Leo XIV – The Election that changed History! – Stories from Rome, One Year Later! – Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 6 PM at St. Julie Billiart Church – Join Fr. John Merkelis, OSA, an Augustinian friar and friend of Pope Leo XIV, for personal stories and insights into Pope Leo’s life, vocation, historic election, and first year as Holy Father. Fr. John will offer a unique Augustinian perspective on what Pope Leo’s leadership means for the Church and the Augustinian family.

LOSS Program of Catholic Charities – Evening of Remembrance

November 16, 2026
6:30 PM
Archdiocesan Event - St. John of the Cross Catholic Church
5101 Wolf Road in Western Springs, IL 60558

The LOSS program of Catholic Charities will hold an Evening of Remembrance on Monday, November 16, for those who have lost a loved one to suicide. You are invited to join us for music, readings, reflections, and a candle-lighting ceremony at 6:30 PM at St. John of the Cross Church, 5101 Wolf Rd., Western Springs. A short gathering and hospitality will follow.