Hosted by the Disciples in Mission Ministry Monday, October 277:00–8:30 p.m.Our Lady of Ransom Church – Paluch Hall8300 N. Greenwood Avenue, Niles, IL Join us for an evening of learning, reflection, and dialogue on how our faith calls us to care for the stranger among us.

What do you do when it is hard to pray? When you’re confused about something and in your head about a variety of options you could possibly take, and talking to God seems to only add to the confusion? It’s as if God is giving you just another opinion that has its pros and cons. Praying can actually be somewhat detrimental to your peace.

Maria Council #4836 invites all men from area parishes to join us for our annual one-day retreat—a time for reflection, renewal, and spiritual growth.

The return of the leper to give thanks to God is one of the first Gospel stories I can recall from my earliest days.

You’re invited to join us for a special morning of faith, food, and fellowship! A full breakfast will be served.

Please join us for our next book meeting where we will discuss Dracula, by Bram Stoker.

Domestic Violence Awareness & Support Seminar on Saturday, October 25, 2025, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. at the Kinane Center. Presented by FOCUS Ministries with Evelyn Colon, ICDVP. Register: leniduffy@spc-church.org or 847-692-6767.

Are you planning your enrollment for 2026 or already enrolled and want to find out what’s changing for 2026?

EMPTY BABY BOTTLES WILL BE DISTRIBUTED AFTER ALL MASSES ON OCTOBER 18TH AND 19TH.

On World Mission Sunday, we celebrate our identity as missionary disciples. Let us contribute to the evangelizing mission of the Catholic Church with our witness of life and prayer, our sacrifices and generosity.

WE ARE ONLY COLLECTING THE FOLLOWING NEW OR SLIGHTLY WORN ITEMS. ·      Men’s, Women’s, and Children’s Winter Coats/Jackets (all sizes) as well as winter hats, scarves, gloves, and mittens ·      Larger sizes are especially in demand.

Maria Council #4836 is inviting people to participate in our 17th annual Rosary In the Park.

Congratulations to the Faith, Hope & Charity Guild and the SPC Women’s Group (Apostolate of Women) on their September 21st Golf Outing and Dinner at TAM O’Shanter.

I read recently a study that mentioned mustard seeds have radioprotective qualities. An experiment was conducted where a bunch of different seeds were put under radiation and the mustard seed was the only seed that wasn’t deformed.

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.

Please join us for the screening of Jerome Lejeune: To The Least of These My Brothers & Sisters.

The Feast of St. Francis of Assisi is this week, and so we will hold our annual Animal Blessing at 9 a.m. on Saturday, October 4th in the parking lot outside the side entrance to the church.

In the canon law class I teach weekly up at the seminary, we recently covered the topic of criminal law in the church.

Join St. Mary of the Woods & Queen of All Saints in prayer for survivors and victims of domestic violence. Hospitality to follow.

Patricia Connolly, MFA, leads a workshop with guided prompts, group sharing, and writing time. Complimentary journal and pen provided; registration required (leniduffy@spc-church.org).