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A Special Mass for Our Seniors
Join us on Friday, August 1st at 8:30 AM for a special Mass dedicated to our seniors as part of our Serving Our Seniors (SOS) ministry.

St. Paul of the Cross
5 hours ago1 min read


Communities That Care Back-to-School Program
Please donate using this link: https://www.bit.ly/spc25

St. Paul of the Cross
6 hours ago1 min read


Crux 2025-26 Registration
Teens are not just the future—they’re the Church today! CRUX invites high school students to grow in faith, friendship, and discipleship, placing Christ at the center of their lives.

St. Paul of the Cross
7 hours ago1 min read
July 13, 2025
After Jesus gives the parable of the Good Samaritan to the scholar of the law, Jesus asks the man, “Which of these three, in your opinion, was neighbor to the robbers’ victim?” The lawyer responds, “The one who treated him with mercy.”

St. Paul of the Cross
9 hours ago3 min read


New Parishioner Welcome
Members of the New Parishioner Welcome Ministry will be available on Sunday, July 13, 2025 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at the Parish Life Center to register new parishioners, answer any questions and distribute welcome packets.

St. Paul of the Cross
6 days ago1 min read


Young Adult Gathering was a Blast
Our Young Adults Gathering held on June 24th was a tremendous success, bringing together a vibrant group of young people from all over Chicagoland for an evening of faith, fellowship, and fun.

St. Paul of the Cross
6 days ago1 min read
July 6, 2025
A friend recently reminded me what St. John Vianney’s “pastoral plan” was when he became the pastor of his new parish in Ars in 1818.

St. Paul of the Cross
6 days ago4 min read


Introducing Our New Ministry: Serving Our Seniors (SOS)
We’re excited to announce a new ministry at St. Paul of the Cross—Serving Our Seniors (SOS)—created to walk alongside the older adults in our parish and community.

St. Paul of the Cross
6 days ago2 min read


Vocation Office Update
Our next event is Quo Vadis Days at Mundelein Seminary beginning on July 27.

St. Paul of the Cross
6 days ago1 min read


Fr. Nick’s Last Mass & Farewell Get-Together
At this special farewell Mass, we said goodbye to Father Nick, who has begun his new assignment as the associate pastor at St. John Parish in Streamwood.

St. Paul of the Cross
7 days ago1 min read


Drop-in Technology Café
Would you like to be more proficient using your technology devices? (Smart Phone, Smart Watch, lap-top, tablet, etc.)

St. Paul of the Cross
7 days ago1 min read


Cardinal Cupich Celebrates Annual Eucharistic Liturgy with Lumen Cordium Society
On Sunday, June 1st, Cardinal Cupich celebrated the Eucharistic Liturgy with the Annual Catholic Appeal Lumen Cordium Society at St. John Brebeuf.

St. Paul of the Cross
Jun 61 min read
June 8, 2025
Pentecost is a feast that I’ve come to appreciate more and more each year. While I like all the feast days, Pentecost is now one of my favorites; one that I look forward to the most. Interiorly, I feel more excited by Pentecost than I do by Christmas.

St. Paul of the Cross
Jun 64 min read


Cardinal Cupich’s Father’s Day Letter
How can I make a gift? You may drop off a donation at the office or in our collection basket (please note Priests” Health and Retirement...

St. Paul of the Cross
Jun 61 min read


Men’s Club Bags Tournament
Friday, June 13th
5:00 p.m.
Parking Lot/Gym
The Men’s Club Bags Tournament will be held this Friday, June 13th in the parking lot. This is always a fun event with great food and drink, and we hope to see you there.

St. Paul of the Cross
Jun 61 min read


The Launch of Our “Serving Our Seniors” Ministry
This Wednesday, June 11, we’re launching our new ministry—Serving Our Seniors (SOS)—at 6 PM in the Kinane Center. SOS will support seniors with companionship, practical guidance, and spiritual care through special Masses, prayers, and events.

St. Paul of the Cross
Jun 61 min read


SPC Food Pantry Out & About in the Community-Park Ridge Memorial Day Parade
A fantastic group of parishioners gathered together to walk in the annual Park Ridge Memorial Day parade to promote the important work of our parish food pantry!

St. Paul of the Cross
Jun 61 min read


Parish Garden Planting Day a Success!
We had a joyful and productive turnout at our Planting Day in the parish garden!

St. Paul of the Cross
May 301 min read


Uncle Pete’s Sack Lunch Making Event
We need YOUR help! Great way to earn your service hours!

St. Paul of the Cross
May 301 min read


Third Annual Women's Group Golf Scramble
Use the following link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeh-1c47GRAB7azBAzyaZO5Bu-tX2TIu7UXelYEB6LGFHYt0g/viewform...

St. Paul of the Cross
May 301 min read
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