14327 Highland Ave.
Orland Park, IL 60462
(708) 349-0903
contact@saintmike.com

Ongoing and Upcoming Events (Page 3)

Parents and Tots Play Group

Our new Parents and Tots Play Group has started and we encourage parents and children from newborn to 5-years-old to join us for fellowship and play every Thursday from 9:30 to 10:30 AM in the Commons.

Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting

If you think you have a problem with alcohol and have a desire to stop drinking, come to a meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous every Thursday at St. Michael Parish.

Retrouvaille – Marriage Retreat

Retrouvaille is a program for married couples who are struggling. You will learn how to communicate calmly and respectfully, and then learn tools for handling conflict and other stresses together in a way that strengthens and uplifts your marriage! We’ve helped tens of thousands married couples rebuild their marriages, and we can help you, too, if you are willing to work on your marriage. Both husband and wife are required to attend the program. Our next program weekend is February 28 – March 2, 2025, at the Carmelite Retreat Center in Darien, IL.

Father and Daughter Dance

All 6th, 7th, and 8th Graders are invited to a VIP / Father and Daughter Dance – “Little Miss Magic” – Semi-Formal Attire, Country Western Theme – Dinner, Desserts and Refreshments will be served – $25 per couple and $5 for each additional daughter.

Joyful Again! Retreat and Workshop

If you are widowed and still struggling with the loss or feel stuck in one spot, please consider attending the Joyful Again! Retreat and Workshop on March 1 and 2 at the University of St. Mary of the Lake in Mundelein, IL.

Soup Kitchen

On the first Saturday of every month a group of 8th Graders and High School Students prepare and serve lunch at the Shepherd’s Table – Soup Kitchen in Joliet. We will be going on Saturday, March 1 at 8 AM until 1 PM – CAN YOU HELP? – Place your donations in the Narthex Kitchen on Thursday, February 27 and Friday, February 28 from 8 AM to 8:30 PM.

Consecration to Jesus through Mary – Faith Formation

Join our Evangelization Ministry to study The Consecration to Jesus through Mary and dig deeper into the four Marian saints who are the focus of the Consecration to Jesus through Mary in the book by Fr. Michael Gaitley. We will learn more about St. Louis Marie de Montfort, St. Maximillian Kolbe, St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta and St. John Paul II.

Eucharistic Holy Hour

Eucharistic Holy Hour led by Fr. Geofrey. We will sing, pray the rosary, and sit in silence before the Blessed Sacrament. The prayer time will conclude with Benediction.

Apologetics Meeting

Come join us in learning more about our faith and why we, as Catholics, celebrate differently from other religious groups. We meet once a month every 2nd Monday of the month.

Student Lector Training

Three St. Michael’s Student Lector Program Training Sessions will be offered each month from September through May. Choose one. Children from any grade are accepted at any of the sessions. Students in Grades 3-8 from St. Michael School, St. Michael Religious Education and Students being home schooled are eligible to join.