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The Vatican media documentary about the roots of Robert Francis Prevost in his native United States. It follows an itinerary that begins with his childhood in Dolton, through the memories of his brothers Louis and John, and continues among schools and universities, communities and parishes, featuring the voices of confreres, teachers, classmates, and longtime friends. A production of the Vatican Dicastery for Communication, in collaboration with the Archdiocese of Chicago and the Apostolate El Sembrador Nueva Evangelización (ESNE), broadcast on the official channels of Vatican Radio – Vatican News.
Check it out here, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nYzssRwE7Gg As part of our ongoing commitment to stewardship and future planning, St. Carlo Acutis is conducting a campaign planning study. We warmly invite all parishioners to participate in a brief online survey by July 13. The survey takes less than five minutes to complete, and your feedback is incredibly valuable.
Some of the plans under consideration, but not finalized, include:
The Parish Council is excited to introduce two new opportunities for fellowship and community with the launch of the Parish Women’s Club and Men’s Club. These gatherings are meant to bring people together, build friendships, and create space to enjoy one another’s company in a relaxed and welcoming setting.
The Women’s Club will kick things off with Vino & Virtue on Thursday, May 28 at 7:00 p.m. in the St. John Berchmans Courtyard. Wine and cheese will be provided for an evening of conversation, connection, and community. The Men’s Club will gather the following week for The Pews Brothers on Thursday, June 4 at 6:30 p.m., also in the St. John Berchmans Courtyard. Brats and beers will be provided as the men come together for a casual evening of fellowship. Please sign up here so that we know how much supplies to get, Men's Group link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040448ADAC22A6FD0-63541454-scap Women's Group link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040448ADAC22A6FD0-63716398-scap Each event will include a brief reading or reflection for inspiration, but the heart of these gatherings is simple: good conversation, new connections, and enjoying time together as a parish community. There is no pressure and no expectation, just come as you are. We hope you’ll join us as we begin these new parish traditions together. All are invited to join the Devotees of Our Lady of Manaoag for their nine-day novena, beginning Thursday, April 16, and culminating in the Feast Day celebration on Saturday, April 25. There will be Procession at 4pm, weather permitting and Mass at 5pm.
Holy Thursday April 2
7pm Mass of the Lord’s Supper @ St. John Berchmans 8:30pm-11pm Holy Thursday Night Adoration with Carlo Acutis Eucharistic Miracles Exhibit @ St. Hedwig & St. John Berchmans Good Friday April 3 3pm Stations of the Cross @ St. Hedwig 7pm Celebration of the Lord’s Passion with Communion @ St. John Berchmans Easter Blessing of Food Saturday April 4 11am @ St. Hedwig Easter Vigil Mass Saturday April 4 7:30pm @ St. Hedwig Easter Sunday April 5 8:30am Mass (Polish) @ St. Hedwig 9:30am Mass (English) @ St. John Berchmans 11:00am Mass (English) @ St. Hedwig 12:30pm Mass (Spanish) @ St. Hedwig Save the date for Our School's Living Stations of the Cross preformed by the Jr. High classes at St. John Berchmans. They will be preforming on March 27th at 7p at SJB Church.
We're channeling sunshine and beaches for our Spring Break 2026 Glimmer theme this year. March 28 from 6-10pm in the Altgeld gym, get your tickets and your outfits now!
Bilingual Stations of the cross start on the Friday after Ash Wednesday, Feb 20, and continue through the lenten season. Please review the graphic to see the location of each service.
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