Issam and the Star of Bethlehem group will be at St. Michael Church on November 7 and 8. By purchasing these religious handcrafted olive-wood products, you are directly helping Christian artisans remain in their homeland and continue their work in the spirit of our Lord Jesus Christ – Proceeds benefit Catholic schools in the Holy Land.
Can you share your blessings by contributing any of the sandwich items to support this Confirmation Service Project? Some of our parish Confirmandi and their family members will be making 300 lunches to support Pro Labore Dei’s year-round mission to feed the hungry. You can bring any of these items to the Narthex before or after all Masses on November 7 and 8, 2026.
All Men of the Parish are invited to a Fall Retreat on November 7, 2026 – “Called to be Saints: Seeing Jesus through Mary” – Workshops – Reconciliation – Mass – 3 Meals Included – Strengthen your faith, engage in discussion, and share in fellowship – $50 per person
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, November 7 at 8 AM until 1 PM – CAN YOU HELP? – Place your donations in the Narthex Kitchen on Thursday, November 5 and Friday, November 6 from 8 AM to 8 PM.
Don’t miss this great Violin, Cello, and Piano Concert – Trio Bohème Chicago – Featuring Eleonor Bartsch, Violin – David Cunliffe, Cello – Michael Finlay, Piano – Sunday, November 8, 2026, at 4:30 PM at St. Michael Church.
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.
Join us on the Second Tuesday of the Month for a Eucharistic Holy Hour, Meditation, Divine Mercy Chaplet, and Benediction, led by Fr. Louis Mboe. You do not have to stay for the whole time.
We’ll come together for a simple and meaningful time of connection, prayer, and conversation. During this gathering, we will listen to a short, faith-based podcast together and reflect on it as a group – no preparation needed! Whether you joined us last time or are coming for the first time, all are welcome. We hope to see you there!
Minister of Care Training sponsored by Vicariate V Ministry Commission – Friday, November 13 from 6 PM to 9 PM and Saturday, November 14 from 9:30 AM to 4 PM at St. Paul VI Parish at St. Hugh Faith Formation Center, Menarik Hall, located at 2400 S. 10th Avenue in North Riverside, IL 60546. Participation in both of these sessions meets the mandated requirements of the Office for Divine Worship of the Archdiocese of Chicago for those who wish to become Ministers of Care.
The Knights of Columbus will be holding their annual “Keep Christ in Christmas” Poster Contest with the children at St. Michael School and in Religious Education. The posters will be judged on Thanksgiving Day after the 9:30 AM Mass, when all parishioners are invited to vote for the best posters and enjoy a Donut social.