We invite you to join us for the Respect Life Committee meeting on Tuesday, November 18th, at 7:00 p.m. in the Parish Life Center, Room AB. All are welcome!

Pick up basketball is held on Sunday nights from 8-10PM. We meet in the St. Paul of the Cross Morello Parish Life Center Gym. Although many players have some basketball experience, all are welcome! Arrive early for a 15-minute warm-up and games go to 100 with halftime at 50. Please bring a white and dark shirt. 

We are pleased to offer our parishioners the opportunity to help the homeless and less fortunate in the Chicagoland area this Christmas season by giving them CARE BAGS filled with warm clothing items.

Jesus makes this prediction in this weekend’s Gospel: “When you hear of wars and insurrections, do not be terrified; for such things must happen first, but it will not immediately be the end.”

Advent: A Season of Hope and Joy Friday, December 5th, 2025 Following the 8:30 a.m. Mass Holy Family Chapel – St. Paul of the Cross Parish Light breakfast will be served. “The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; upon those who dwelt in the land of gloom a light has shone.” — Isaiah 9:1 Join us as we prepare our hearts for Christ’s coming through prayer, song, and fellowship during this sacred season of Advent. We are delighted to welcome parishioners Don an

Annual Second Collection November 23, 2025 Our special collection next week will support the Catholic Campaign for Human Development, the national anti-poverty program of the U.S. Catholic Bishops, working to carry out the mission of Jesus Christ “… to bring glad tidings to the poor… liberty to captives… sight to the blind, and let the oppressed go free.” (Luke 4:18). Learn more at www.usccb.org/cchd.

The Teen Prayer Group at St. Paul of the Cross is a welcoming community where teens can grow in faith.

Please join us for our next book meeting where we will discuss The Sympathizer, by Viet Thanh Nguyen. All are welcome

I gave a brief lesson in ancient Church history in my homily a couple weeks ago, and I feel compelled to repeat some of that here, since today we celebrate the Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica in Rome. The way All Souls Day last Sunday trumped what would have been the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time, this weekend, the Lateran Feast trumps what would have been the 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time.

All young adults (20s & 30s single and married) are invited to join us for the next young adult group meeting on Friday 11/14 in the Kinane Center (6:30pm-8:30pm). There will be food and refreshments, time to socialize as well prayer, reflection and discussion.

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What a wonderful morning of fellowship, food, and faith! The Serving Our Seniors Ministry hosted a special All Saints Day Breakfast in celebration of our senior parishioners. Fr. James opened the event with a beautiful prayer, setting the tone for a joyful gathering.

Holiday printing schedules are in effect. Please plan ahead and submit bulletin items early.

Hosted by Catholic Extension Young Leaders, this evening supports faith communities in under-resourced regions.

Members of the New Parishioner Welcome Ministry will be available on Sunday, October 5, 2025 from 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM at the Parish Life Center to register new parishioners, answer any questions and distribute welcome packets.

We will have a Family Mass this Sunday, November 2nd, at 10:30 a.m. in the Holy Family Chapel. All are welcome.

This Sunday we celebrate the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls Day). Because November 2nd falls on a Sunday, it trumps what would have been the 31st Sunday of Ordinary Time. Instead of reflecting on Zacchaeus, who would have been the subject of the Gospel, we’re reflecting on death and the afterlife.

Over the past two years, more than 650 refugee families have resettled in the Chicagoland area. Many are learning a new culture, navigating unfamiliar communities, and rebuilding their lives from scratch.

Join us for an evening of prayer and reflection as we honor Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas.

Following Mass, Freshmen and Sophomores are invited to a brief meeting with lunch provided in the Lower Church.