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St. Paul of the Cross
Jan 311 min read
Pope Francis’ February Intention
Let us pray that the ecclesial community might welcome the desires and doubts of those young people who feel a call to serve.
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St. Paul of the Cross
Jan 285 min read
The Archdiocese Takes Note of the Bible Study Program at St. Paul of the Cross
For the past ten years, George and Suzanne Kirkland have facilitated one of the Bible Study programs at St. Paul of the Cross Parish,
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St. Paul of the Cross
Jan 231 min read
Get involved with our parish Friday Night Lenten Fish Frys! March 21 and April 11
The SPC Women’s Group works with the Knights of Columbus to plan this fun and rewarding event for the parish.
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St. Paul of the Cross
Jan 2315 min read
Catholic Schools Week Essays
In honor of Catholic Schools Week some of our St. Paul of the Cross students have written personal accounts about their learning experiences
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St. Paul of the Cross
Jan 233 min read
January 26, 2024
In our Gospel scene Jesus returns to Nazareth and speaks to the assembly gathered in the synagogue.
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St. Paul of the Cross
Jan 163 min read
January 19, 2025
I was reading a commentary on the Wedding at Cana and it was suggested that the wine ran out because Jesus and his disciples drank it all.
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St. Paul of the Cross
Jan 161 min read
Women’s Group Retreat
All women of the parish are invited to attend the SPC Women’s Group’s Retreat as we enter Lent.
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St. Paul of the Cross
Jan 161 min read
36th Anniversary of the Dedication of the Holy Family Chapel
On January 15th, we celebrated the 36th anniversary of the dedication of the Holy Family Chapel.
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St. Paul of the Cross
Jan 161 min read
Our Young Adults Gathering Event was a Blast
Last night, we hosted a vibrant Young Adults Gathering, bringing together young people from surrounding parishes for a night of connection.
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St. Paul of the Cross
Jan 100 min read
Walking with Purpose
Walking with Purpose Bible studies combine personal study with small group discussion.
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St. Paul of the Cross
Jan 103 min read
January 12, 2025
Isaiah says in his prophecy from this Sunday’s first reading that “he is my chosen one with whom I am pleased.”
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St. Paul of the Cross
Jan 32 min read
Snow Shoveling for Seniors
Each year, the “Snow-Shoveling for Seniors” program compiles a list of Park Ridge senior residents who might want a hand (at no cost!)...
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St. Paul of the Cross
Jan 33 min read
January 5, 2024
Dear Parishioners, King Herod is one of the key players in our Gospel account this Sunday, so allow me to give a little history of him....
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St. Paul of the Cross
Dec 27, 20243 min read
December 29, 2024
Dear Parishioners, “Why were you looking for me?” It’s the question the boy Jesus asks his parents upon them finding him in the temple....
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St. Paul of the Cross
Dec 19, 20243 min read
December 22, 2024
We’re all familiar with the Beatitudes that Jesus gives during the Sermon on the Mount: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, etc…”
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St. Paul of the Cross
Dec 13, 20243 min read
December 15, 2024
This is an interesting Gospel scene with John the Baptist.
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St. Paul of the Cross
Dec 4, 20244 min read
December 8, 2024
Dear Parishioners, In Baruch’s prophecy, our first reading this Sunday, he says that “God has commanded that every lofty mountain be made...
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St. Paul of the Cross
Dec 4, 20241 min read
Find our Food Pantry
The holiday season can be especially difficult for families who are struggling to make ends meet.
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St. Paul of the Cross
Nov 29, 20243 min read
December 1, 2024
Jeremiah is given an interesting prophecy. He sees the destruction of Jerusalem and the conquest of Israel by the Babylonians...
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St. Paul of the Cross
Nov 22, 20242 min read
November 24, 2024
I always appreciate the fact that we typically publish our annual report on the feast of Christ the King.
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