Using the inspiration of St. Carlo, parishioners have started up a program called Carlo Cares. The idea is that, like Carlo, we need to take the message of Jesus we hear at mass and go out into the world and shows acts of mercy. In this season of giving hopefully we all can give to those less fortunate. Following Carlos lead, 20 backpacks have been filled with the following items.

• Key chain flashlight
• Hand & Toe warmers
• Bath/Body Wipes
• Winter Hat, Gloves, Socks
• Lip Balm
• Kleenex
• First Aid Kit
• Hand Sanitizer
• Lunch on the Go (instant food)
• Snacks - granola bars, crackers, protein bars
• Water

We have already began to distribute the backpacks to those in need. If you would like to help please contact the parish office via email at [email protected]

As parishioners of Saint Carlo Acutis we encourage you to make your own backpacks and deliver them to those in the community that might need help this winter, especially the unhoused.

Please join us for our Bilingual Thanksgiving Day Mass at 9:30 AM at St. Hedwig.
Together, let us gather to give thanks to God for His many blessings.

Join our adult faith group as we: Discover Advent's Rich Traditions & Prepare our Hearts for Christ's Birth.

Tuesday's in Advent, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16 - 6:30-7:30 PM - in the St. Hedwig Rectory Dining Room.

For more information, or to register, please contact Liz Martin at [email protected] or call the Parish Office: 773-486-1660

Join us on Saturday October 4th at 10am, where Fr. Ed will be blessing pets in honor of St. Francis of Assisi's Feast day.  
Who: Anyone!
What: A prayer service that will also include a blessing of pets. 
Where: St. John Berchmans Church steps
When: Saturday, October 4th at 10 am 
Why: For the Celebration of the Feast day of St. Francis 
All Are Welcome

Everything you need to know is on our GUARDIAN ANGEL GALA EVENT WEBSITE but here are the basics:

• For an evening of cocktails, silent and live auctions, dinner, dancing and more, Join us October 4th from 6 to 11 PM.
  
• ​We are thrilled to be returning to VenueWest again this year, located at 221 N Paulina St., Chicago, IL. 
• This year's Gala Honoree is our own beloved Fifth Grade teacher Mr. Larry Schwider who just began his (wait for it) 30th year teaching at SJB! Congrats, Mr. Schwider!
• Early bird pricing will last through 9/18, then ticket prices increase by $25 a pop!
• We are still looking for event SPONSORS, so if you,your company/employer, or literally anyone you know might be willing to sponsor this event, please shoot them this link or shoot me their information, or just go ahead and do both! 
• We are also accepting items for our live and silent auction via this convenient DONATION INTAKE FORM 

Here we go Gala 2025 - SAINT CARLO ACUTIS PRAY FOR US!!!

Registration for Religious Education Classes is now OPEN!