We are asking all of our parishioners and parish friends to send in photographs of themselves to be used to create a “photo congregation” for Holy Week. We will print your photographs and place them in the pews of the church for our live-streamed Holy Week liturgies. Be sure to tune in to see yourself on the screen!
Please submit your photos by Wednesday, April 8th at NOON.
Photos should be emailed to Elaine Lindia, Pastoral associate, at elindia@stbenedict.com
Read MoreBeginning Thursday, April 9th, Holy Week liturgies will be broadcast from the main church. The principal celebrations are listed in bold, and those with an asterisk* will include live music. All events will be broadcast on the parish Facebook Page and the live stream page on our website…
Read MoreFr. Steve, our pastor, was recently featured on WTTW’s series “FIRSTHAND: Coronavirus” which chronicles Chicagoans’ response to the current pandemic. Fr. Steve talks about being called to action in this extraordinary time, and the parish’s efforts to stay connected…
Read MoreOriginal Broadcast on Wednesday, March 25th, 2020
Join us for a virtual Holy Hour as we continue to pray for healing for all of those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic…
Read MoreSUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9th at 3PM
Samantha Elliott, our very own cantor, will present a concert of music for voice and piano. Known for her range and versatility as a vocalist, Samantha will showcase music of the classical operatic genre, sacred songs, and modern music alike. The program will feature the works Debussy, Strauss, Verdi…
Read MoreWednesday, February 5th at 7pm in Church
Love to sing? Like Wine? We've got you. Join us for a no-pressure, no-obligation rehearsal…
Read MorePROCESSION OF LIGHT
Sunday, February 2nd at the 10:30am Mass
The celebration of The Presentation of the Lord, also known as “Candlemas”, is exactly 40 days after Christmas. Traditionally, this was the end of the Christmas and Epiphany seasons for many cultures. At the Mass, the assembly is invited to take part in a procession of light, similar to the Easter Vigil, which begins outside the church or at the entrance. As they enter the church, the Canticle of Simeon is sung…
Read MoreTuesday, January 28th at 7:30pm
Planning a wedding ceremony can be stressful and downright confusing sometimes, and we want to make the process as easy and pain-free as possible. We will be hosting a Wedding Music Showcase to help you through the process of planning your wedding ceremony or Mass. At the showcase you will be treated to a short concert by our talented vocalists and instrumentalists, and we will walk you through the entire process of planning your wedding liturgy…
Read MoreAll liturgical ministers and parishioners are invited to a morning retreat on Saturday, January 25th beginning at 10am. This year, instead of a keynote speaker, we are going to focus on The Mass itself. Our day of reflection will be centered around a “teaching Mass” in which the celebrant will explain in detail…
Read MoreClick here for a special video message from Jeremy Kiolbassa, Director of Music & Liturgy.
Read MoreSt. Benedict Parish rings in the Christmas Season with a concert of beloved carols from England and beyond. In its seventh year, this annual concert has become a beloved tradition for St. Ben’s, North Center, and the greater Chicago area…
Read MoreSaturday, November 2nd at 7pm
.Fauré himself wrote of the Requiem: “It has been said that my Requiem does not express the fear of death and someone has called it a lullaby of death. But it is thus that I see death: as a happy deliverance, an aspiration towards happiness above, rather than as a painful experience…
Read MoreWe are in search of musicians of all types to become a part of our parish music ministry. Consider becoming a part of this rewarding ministry and sharing your talents with our community. There are several ways to get involved, like becoming a cantor, choir member, or instrumentalist…
Read MoreThis year’s calendar presents a mix of sacred, liturgical, and concert music in a wide breadth of styles. Performed in the historic and reverberant sanctuary of St. Benedict Church, each of these offerings is sure take your breath away…
Read MoreTuesday, August 6th at 7pm
Join us for an evening of fellowship for church musicians of Vicariate II. All music directors and musical leaders, whether full-time, part-time, or volunteer, are warmly invited. You do not need to be a member of NPM Chicago to attend…
Read MoreJULY 13th & 14th: Join us as we celebrate the feast of our patron, St. Benedict of Nursia, at all Masses this weekend. The 9am Mass on Sunday will feature special program of music, sung by our parish choir…
Read MoreBernie is known for her sense of humor and ability to make her fellow choristers chuckle, even during the most intense rehearsal. She is also known for her great respect and devotion to the Eucharist…
Read MoreOn Sunday, June 23rd there will be a solemn outdoor procession following the noon Mass. The procession will end with Benediction in church. All are invited to join in the procession which will make its way around the entire St. Ben's campus…
Read MoreWhat a great crowd of alumni, former and current faculty, friends new and old, that came out on Sunday, June 2nd for the celebration of 69 years of blessings that was St. Benedict High School to this parish and the north side of our city. Over 350 guests came over to…
Read MoreCalling all talented St. Benedict H.S. Alumni! On Sunday, June 2nd at Noon, we will host a special Mass to celebrate the great gift of our High School ministry. This will also mark the final day of transition as we move to a PK-8 education model. We are looking for talented alums to help form a festival choir for this occasion. Music has long been an integral part of the St. Ben’s community…
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