Parish News & Information

Parish News & Information

 

Mass Times

UC = Upper Church; HFC = Holy Family Chapel

 

Sunday

7:30 am UC

9:00 am UC

10:30 am UC and HFC

12:00 pm UC

 

Monday - Friday

6:25 am UC

8:30 am UC

 

Saturday

8:30 am UC - weekday

4:30 pm UC - vigil

Fall Festival

Matthew Bible Study: Begins Sep 18th/19th

Matthew: The King and His Kingdom

24-week Bible study entitled "Matthew: The King and His Kingdom" begins Wednesday, September 18th at 7:00 pm or Thursday, September 19th at 9:30 am in the Holy Family Chapel

Read more: Matthew Bible Study: Begins Sep 18th/19th

Catechetical Sunday

“Lord, When Did We See You Hungry?” is the theme for Catechetical Sunday

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Parish Picnic! Faith, Food, Family & Friendship

On Sunday, September 8th, our faith family gathered together. Beginning with a family Mass at noon celebrated by Fr. James, students served as lectors, readers and Eucharistic Ministers. Following Mass, all parishioners were invited to join in the fun in our transformed parking lot.

Read more: Parish Picnic! Faith, Food, Family & Friendship

Capital Campaign Project Renderings: New Parish Center and Stations of the Cross

A portion of the funds raised from our ongoing Capital Campaign will be used to create a new parish center and Stations of the Cross. Here are a few mockups of how the finished project will look.

Read more: Capital Campaign Project Renderings: New Parish Center and Stations of the Cross

Respect Life Meeting: Sep 17th

Tuesday, September 17th at 7:00 pm in the Parish Life Center AB Room

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Letter from Cardinal Cupich Regarding Father Martin Nyberg

Cardinal Cupich's Remarks on Father Martin Nyberg

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Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Drive

Intellectual Disabilities Drive (“ID Drive” or “Tootsie Roll Drive”) is one of the most recognizable activities that the Knights of Columbus do each year. All proceeds collected are distributed to local programs directly supporting children and/or adults with intellectual disabilities.

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I'm Gregory Wilk, Our New Seminarian

Our New Seminarian Introduces Himself

Read more: I'm Gregory Wilk, Our New Seminarian

Walking with Purpose

Join us Wednesday, September 18th 7:00 p.m. in the Kinane Center for Supportive Fellowship

Read more: Walking with Purpose

That Man is You

That Man Is You is held on Mondays at 7:30 pm in the Kinane Center

Read more: That Man is You

Book Club: September 30th

 

Join us for our next Book Club session on Monday, September 30th at 7:30 pm in our Parish Life Center AB Room

Read more: Book Club: September 30th

Uncle Pete's Lunch Making Event

We need YOUR help! Great way to earn service hours for 7 & 8 graders!

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Our Capital Campaign Event was a Success

Great things are coming!

Read more: Our Capital Campaign Event was a Success

Join our Adult Choir

All are welcome! Rehearsal is on Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. 

Read more: Join our Adult Choir

Join Our Children's Choir!

Register to join our Children's Choir! Rehearsals begin Wednesday, September 18th @ 4:30 pm in the Holy Family Chapel

Read more: Join Our Children's Choir!

Register for Crux (Junior High, High School and Adults)

Read more: Register for Crux (Junior High, High School and Adults)

SPC Women’s Golf Outing Sponsors Needed!

Read more: SPC Women’s Golf Outing Sponsors Needed!

Architectural Tour of Chicagoland Churches

Read more: Architectural Tour of Chicagoland Churches

New Director of Crux Youth Ministry

Meet Daniela Romano

Read more: New Director of Crux Youth Ministry

Griefshare Series

Tuesdays, September 10th through December 3rd from 9:30 am – 11:00 am - Kinane Center (use 215 Ridge Terrace entrance)

Read more: Griefshare Series

Ministry of Care Basic Training Fall Course

Read more: Ministry of Care Basic Training Fall Course

Planned Giving

A TAX-SAVVY WAY TO SUPPORT ST. PAUL OF THE CROSS

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The Uncle Pete’s Sack Making Event was a Success

Kids received service hours as they prepared sack lunches for our brothers and sisters who are homeless or living in shelters throughout the Chicagoland area. Thank you to Carolyn Murphy and the rest of the Uncle Pete’s Ministry team for giving our youth the opportunity to serve the less fortunate, and creating awareness and hope for those in need.

Read more: The Uncle Pete’s Sack Making Event was a Success

An Excerpt from Pope Francis’ Encyclical Letter, Fratelli Tutti

In light of recent events, here’s an excerpt from Pope Francis’ Encyclical Letter, Fratelli Tutti, about peace and nation-building.

Read more: An Excerpt from Pope Francis’ Encyclical Letter, Fratelli Tutti

Disciples In Mission (DIM) Brings Hope to 2 Refugee Families

Disciples In Mission (DIM) Brings Hope to 2 Refugee Families with a “Welcome to America” Pack

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Generation to Generation: Answer the Call

Help Us Support Priest Health Care & Retirement and Build a New Meeting Space

Read more: Generation to Generation: Answer the Call

New Cross Graces Food Pantry

Jeff, Avenues to Independence resident and program participant, was commissioned by St. Paul of the Cross, Park Ridge, IL  to create a watercolor piece of artwork for it's food pantry in Park Ridge.

Read more: New Cross Graces Food Pantry

No Donut Sunday Until September

Thank you for attending Donut Sunday this year! It is always wonderful to see many parishioners enjoying time together during our monthly Donut Sunday.

Read more: No Donut Sunday Until September

Annual Mission Cooperation Second Collection

This weekend we welcome Fr. Peter Muojekwu from the Fada Pita Organization for the Archdiocesan annual Mission Cooperation Appeal. Fr. Peter is from the Catholic Diocese of Nnewi, Nigeria, and an alumnus of Catholic Theological Union, Chicago. He is currently a hospital chaplain.

Read more: Annual Mission Cooperation Second Collection

Join our RCIA Program

Join our RCIA program and become a fully initiated Catholic

Read more: Join our RCIA Program

Advertise in our Bulletin

Below is information on how to advertise in our bulletin.

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Congratulations to our Robotics Students!

Read more: Congratulations to our Robotics Students!

Catechesis (CCD) Registration

Catechesis (CCD) Registration is open for the 2024-2025 school year

Read more: Catechesis (CCD) Registration

SPC Women's Golf Outing: Sep 15th

Sunday, September 15th @ 3:30 pm - Tam O'Shanter Golf Course

Read more: SPC Women's Golf Outing: Sep 15th

Pick-up Basketball

Come join St. Paul of the Cross Men's Club members 21+ for some pick-up basketball on most Thursdays

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NEW WEDDING MINISTRY NEEDS VOLUNTEERS

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Sunday Night Suppers

The Dining Room is open from 4:00pm - 5:00pm on Sundays for a shared meal, no questions asked.

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2024 Annual Catholic Appeal

Please make your gift to the 2024 Annual Catholic Appeal. Thanks in advance for your generosity!

Read more: 2024 Annual Catholic Appeal

Food Pantry Donations

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Take Them A Meal

Please help feed our priests on Saturdays!

Read more: Take Them A Meal

Hearing Devices Available

We have a wireless system to aid our parishioners in hearing Mass in the Upper Church. Headsets will be provided at no cost. 

Read more: Hearing Devices Available

Invest in Kids Scholarship Program

Please help extend the Invest in Kids tax credit scholarship program in Illinois

Read more: Invest in Kids Scholarship Program

Contribute to our Bulletin

  

Our weekly bulletin is one of our most highly valued communication tools here at St. Paul of the Cross. In addition to including upcoming schedules, events, and opportunities, we also learn more about our rich history, about God's word, and about each other!  

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Christ, the Divine Savior Icon

St. Paul of the Cross is honored to be the new home of the Christ, the Divine Savior icon

Read more: Christ, the Divine Savior Icon

Message from our Music Director

The Music We Sing

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Weekly E-Newsletter

Most Fridays, our parish sends out a weekly e-enewsletter via Flocknote that includes a link to our bulletin and is full of other information about upcoming events, opportunities, etc.

Read more: Weekly E-Newsletter

Tax Credit Scholarship Program

The Invest in Kids Tax Scholarship Program has been extended into 2023. There will also be a 2:1 match again!

Read more: Tax Credit Scholarship Program

Watching Masses and Services

St. Paul of the Cross livestreams several of its Upper Church Services to accomodate those unable to join us in person

Read more: Watching Masses and Services

Spiritual Resources

We hope the resources found on this page may enrich your spiritual journey during this unprecedented time when we cannot come together as a community of faith in familiar ways. One thing we know for certain is that God has never left us. He is as present to us today as before. May this time of uncertainty and isolation draw us ever closer to Him.

Read more: Spiritual Resources

Parish Educational Endowment

About our Endowment

In 2000, under the leadership of Pastor Fr. Carl Morello, St. Paul established the Parish Educational Endowment Fund.  The goal of the fund is to help keep tuition as low as possible making Catholic education available to all families and to provide scholarships to well deserving and students in need and to assist with other educational needs of the parish. The fund began with a $10,000 donation from the school  walk-a-thon fundraiser.  The fund’s initial goal was to reach 1 million dollars and, until that goal was met, no monies were spent. 

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Protecting God's Children

All St. Paul of the Cross volunteers over the age of 18 must complete training that is mandated by the Archdiocesan Office for the Protection of Children and Youth

Read more: Protecting God's Children

Join Us For Mass

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The parish priest and staff at St. Paul of the Cross Church are committed to making a welcoming place for you and your family to worship.

St. Paul of the Cross is a vibrant Catholic Community located North of Chicago. We have two worship spaces that are used on weekends - the upper church & Holy Family Chapel.

Read more: Join Us For Mass

Mass Schedule

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Current Liturgical Schedule

UC = Upper Church; HFC = Holy Family Chapel

Monday - Friday

6:25 am UC

8:30 am UC

Saturday

8:30 am UC - weekday Mass

4:30 pm UC - vigil

Sunday

7:30 am UC 

9:00 am UC

10:30 am UC and HFC

12:00 pm UC

Location

Our church is located in Park Ridge, IL on the corner of Northwest Highway and Washington Avenue. 

Location

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On-Site Parking

We have plenty of on-site parking available!

Parking

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Eucharistic Adoration Chapel

Our Adoration Chapel is open from 5:00 am until 11:00 pm daily.

Read more: Eucharistic Adoration Chapel

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Contact Information

St. Paul of the Cross

320 South Washington Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068


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Phone: (847) 825-7605

Mass Schedule

UC = Upper Church
HFC = Holy Family Chapel 

Monday - Friday

6:25 am UC

8:30 am UC

Saturday

8:30 am UC - weekday Mass

4:30 pm UC - vigil

Sunday

7:30 am UC

9:00 am UC

10:30 am UC and HFC

12:00 pm UC