On Ash Wednesday, as we pray and fast, Pope Francis encourages all followers of Christ to intentionally hold our brothers and sisters in the Ukraine in our hearts. Dedicate your prayer and fasting to bring peace.
The Diversity and Inclusivity group would also like to express their solidarity with our brothers and sisters from the Ukraine. We pray for peace and hold the people of Ukraine in our prayers.
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Start Lent with a Prayer and Reflection on Ash Wednesday. Read more here.
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The Distribution of Ashes
During Mass, the ashes which give Ash Wednesday its name are distributed. The ashes are made by burning the blessed palms that were distributed the previous year on Palm Sunday.
On Wednesday, March 2nd, Ashes will be distributed at the 8:30am and 1:30pm School Masses and at a 4:00 prayer service and 7:00pm Mass. Read More here
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Finding the path towards deeper faith and discovering our purpose can be difficult. But we don’t have to do it alone. God is with you, God is with us. We can do this together.
This Lent, let’s journey toward discovery together. A group of St Benedict Parishioners will be participating in a self-paced, 6 week retreat titled; Jesus: Companion in our Struggle. read more….
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The Diversity and Inclusivity group strives to intentionally raise awareness and knowledge in regards to the various diverse contributors to American History. Beginning this year, we will be using the national monthly celebrations to highlight all cultural communities. The month of February is an annual national celebration of achievements by African Americans and a pivotal time for recognizing their humanity as well as their central role in United States history.
The Diversity and Inclusivity group is committed to recognizing and celebrating all cultures and is excited to kick off this celebration in 2022 with honoring Black History month. Read more about Katherine Johnson here
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On March 25th at 7: 00pm a group of young people from our parish will receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. As they complete the final month of preparation to receive the sacrament, St Benedict Youth Ministry would like to extend an invitation to our parishioners to pray for one of these young people, by name. read more…
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The Diversity and Inclusivity group strives to intentionally raise awareness and knowledge in regards to the various diverse contributors to American History. Beginning this year, we will be using the national monthly celebrations to highlight all cultural communities. The month of February is an annual national celebration of achievements by African Americans and a pivotal time for recognizing their humanity as well as their central role in United States history.
The Diversity and Inclusivity group is committed to recognizing and celebrating all cultures and is excited to kick off this celebration in 2022 with honoring Black History month. Read more about Katherine Johnson here
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Even though helping others grow in faith is my work, growing in knowledge and understanding of our faith is also a personal goal. This goal has enriched me in my own life by bringing peace, comfort and understanding.
With that in mind, as a parent, I often desire ways to influence my family’s faith and faith practice. For me, sharing my faith with my family is an act of love. I want them to experience the same peace and comfort that my faith has given to me.
It was at Notre Dame Vision for Catholic Youth Ministers when I first heard Lenny DeLorenzo speak. …read more
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Even though helping others grow in faith is my work, growing in knowledge and understanding of our faith is also a personal goal. This goal has enriched me in my own life by bringing peace, comfort and understanding.
With that in mind, as a parent, I often desire ways to influence my family’s faith and faith practice. For me, sharing my faith with my family is an act of love. I want them to experience the same peace and comfort that my faith has given to me.
It was at Notre Dame Vision for Catholic Youth Ministers when I first heard Lenny DeLorenzo speak. …read more
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“If you want your kids to be children of faith, BEGIN BY PLANTING THE SEED OF PRAYER and watch a beautiful relationship with God bloom inside them.” Parents: get a sitter and attend INTO THE HEART OF THE FATHER…
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Friday, December 17th at 7pm
Join us for our ninth annual Christmas concert! This year the parish choirs will present a program of carols from the cathedrals of France and beyond. Performers include the parish adult choir, children's choirs, and the Ravenswood Community Orchestra. All proceeds benefit the parish music program. Even if you cannot attend, please consider making a gift to show your support.
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Thursday, November 25th, 11am to 1pm
Our annual community Thanksgiving Dinner is back! For decades our parish has provided a place for people to gather and share a meal, especially if they don’t have anywhere else to go. This event is made possible through countless donations of food and time by our community. Consider supporting the event by making a donation of food or by volunteering (or both).
This year the dinner will take place in the main gymnasium to allow for better ventilation and distancing.
MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL GUESTS AND VOLUNTEERS.
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Have you wanted to run in the Chicago marathon? Here’s your chance. An invitation from Our Lady of Angels Mission. see more
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All are invited to participate in the Parish Leadership Meeting.
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Please support our drive to provide new and like-new fall and winter clothing for children 12 and under who have been forced with their parent to seek shelter to escape an abuser, and have to leave with only the clothes on their back. A box will be available at the back of church or bring to the Rectory next door. Until November 7…
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