Conversations in the Courtyard: How to Welcome the LGBTQ+ Community
Thursday, August 19th at 7pm
In the rectory garden
You are invited to join with the young adults from Saint Andrew Parish for our summer series, "Conversations in the Courtyard." The next session will be Thursday, August 19, 2021 at 7:00pm. Food and beverages are provided for free! The conversation will be hosted by JR Zerkowski who is the executive director of Fortunate Families. We will be discussing how the church can better support and care for members of the LGBTQ+ community. Questions? email Kim McMillan Young Adult Ministry
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Masks Now Required Indoors in the City of Chicago
August 18th, 2021
The City of Chicago announced yesterday afternoon that face coverings are required in all indoor public spaces for all people over the age of 2, regardless of vaccination status. Therefore, masks are now required indoors for all clergy, staff, volunteers and parishioners inside archdiocesan facilities in the City of Chicago, including Masses, liturgies and all activities/events within our parishes…
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Updated Guidance on Mask Use in the Archdiocese of Chicago
August 3rd, 2021
Beginning now, it is strongly recommended that all persons entering Archdiocesan facilities be masked regardless of their vaccination status. This applies to parish offices, schools, churches and other public spaces…
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You Are Treasured- VBS 2021
An awesome group of teens, adults and Treasure Hunters gathered for Vacation Bible School last week. We can’t wait for next year!
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Vacation Bible School TREASURED: Discovering You Are Priceless to God
Vacation Bible School is happening this summer at St Benedict Parish. Your children will joyfully learn about God’s love for them through fun songs, bible stories and activities. “Treasured” will be a five day affirmation of the truth, We Are Priceless to God. Find out more…
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Prayer and Presence
Tuesday, May 25th from 4:30 to 6:00pm
Join us for an ecumenical prayer service on the anniversary of the death of George Floyd. The service will take place on the front steps of St. Benedict Church…
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Prayer and Presence
Tuesday, May 25th from 4pm to 6:30pm
Join us for an ecumenical prayer service on the anniversary of the death of George Floyd. The service will take place on the front steps of St. Benedict Church…
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Prayer and Presence
Tuesday, May 25th from 4pm to 6:30pm
Join us for an ecumenical prayer service on the anniversary of the death of George Floyd. The service will take place on the front steps of St. Benedict Church…
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Diversity and Inclusivity Group is hosting a Book Drive
Being exposed to and reading stories about other people's lives can impact our own life by helping us better understand our world. Books can help us know people who are different than us.
Kids also need to see people who look like them and who face challenges, overcome obstacles and make a difference in the world. It's validating for kids to meet a character in a story who has hair that resembles theirs or wears glasses just like they do.
For these reasons and others, Parents for Diversity and Inclusivity: United for Change are hosting the,
“Diversity is Inspiring” Book Drive. read more…
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Prayer and Presence
Tuesday, May 25th from 4pm to 6:30pm
Join us for an ecumenical prayer service on the anniversary of the death of George Floyd. The service will take place on the front steps of St. Benedict Church…
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For Families~ An Event Celebrating God's Gift of Diversity
Sunday, March 28th at 4:00 p.m.
Building a Beloved Community at Home is hosting a ZOOM event for families. This event will promote conversation about the importance of diversity and equality.Our Mystery Reader will lead us in reading a book and we'll enjoy a short video celebrating the beauty of our diversity…
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For Families~ An Event Celebrating God's Gift of Diversity
Sunday, March 28th at 4:00 p.m.
Building a Beloved Community at Home is hosting a ZOOM event for families. This event will promote conversation about the importance of diversity and equality.Our Mystery Reader will lead us in reading a book and we'll enjoy a short video celebrating the beauty of our diversity…
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Pray for the canonization of Blessed Augustus Tolton
Join all throughout the Archdiocese as we intentionally pray for the canonization of Blessed Augustus Tolton.
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Building the Beloved Community at Home
St Benedict Parish Ministry; Families Talk about Racism, is hosting this virtual event. All are invited.
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Talking about racism for families
Join the conversation that hopes to answer this question: “How can we better equip our children to work toward equality and justice for all?” read more
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