The art & environment ministry is responsible for all of the decorating in our beautiful church. The decor changes with the seasons and solemnities according to the liturgical calendar. We are in search of both creative types and “worker bee” types to help keep our church looking great. The time commitment is minimal (about 2 hours once a month) and the schedule is very flexible…
Read MoreThis is a PDF version of the 4.28.19 Bulletin.
Read MoreSaturday, April 27th |
6PM Cocktail Reception | 7:30PM Dinner & Show
TICKET PACKAGES
Premium Package: Includes meal and open bar* with deluxe cocktails. $75 per person
Dinner Package: Includes meal only. Cash bar* is available. $45 per person.
Read MoreA membership in the Knights connects you with opportunities to make an impact in your community and gives you access to resources to help you grow deeper in faith and stay informed about the issues Catholics care about. You'll also have exclusive access insurance and financial planning products to help you protect your family…
Read MoreCome celebrate Spring with us and bring it downstairs this Sunday April 28th for coffee, donuts and fellowship in the church basement after all morning masses.
Join the Adult Group after the 6:30 mass for wine, cheese and fellowship too!
Read MoreHOLY THURSDAY | APRIL 18TH
7PM Mass of the Lord’s Supper
GOOD FRIDAY | APRIL 19TH
NOON Stations of the Cross | 3PM Mid-Day Prayer
7PM Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion
HOLY SATURDAY | APRIL 20TH
NOON Basket Blessing
7PM The Great Easter Vigil
EASTER SUNDAY | APRIL 21ST
7:30AM | 9AM | 10:30AM | NOON | Special Children’s Masses at 9:15AM & 10:45AM in the gym
Read MoreOut of town this Easter? Consider making your Easter offering online…
If you haven't already done so, please consider making a gift by clicking the link below:
April 5th & 6th at 6:30pm in the Ackerman Center (dinner included)
April 7th at 7:30pm in the Ackerman Center (after the 6:30pm Mass)
We are excited to welcome Deacon Loren and Cynthia "Sam" Bowns as our guest speakers who will inspire us with what it means to be a follower of Christ. The Parish Mission is a place for everyone from our St. Ben's and St. Andrew's communities - join us for one, two, or all three nights. All adults and teens are welcome, with a separate children's program for ages 3-12…
Sponsored by St. Benedict and St. Andrew parishes
Read MoreJoin us for our Lenten Fish Fry on April 12th…
Read MoreThe St. Ben’s Ladies Society is very pleased to announce that Anne Hunt has been named Woman of the Year…
Read MoreEverything we do here is to support our students. We are the helping hands and the guiding light along their journey. We provide opportunities for them to realize their efforts…
Read MoreJoin us as we commemorate Jesus' entrance into Jerusalem. Each Mass will begin with a solemn procession with palms, beginning outdoors on Irving Park (weather permitting). During Mass, we will read the Passion of Jesus according to Luke. This Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week, the most solemn part of the Church Year…
Read MoreApril 9th, 10th, & 11th in the Ackerman Center
Walking the labyrinth can be experienced as a metaphor for your own spiritual journey with all its twists, turns, and meandering. The point is not to figure out how to get to the center, but how to take the next step with God. Focus on the journey and not the destination…
Sponsored by St. Benedict Youth Ministry
Read MoreFriday, April 12th at 7pm in Church
Join us for a dramatic reenactment of Jesus’ journey to Calvary.
Presented by students of St. Benedict Preparatory School
Read MoreSt. Benedict Parish offers an abundance of ministries and services to our community. We are only able to offer all of these through the generosity of our parishioners and friends of our parish. This month, we ask that you consider your own personal stewardship and giving. If you haven't already, consider signing up for automated online giving. If you already give online, perhaps consider updating your level of stewardship. It is through your generosity that we can continue our mission.
Read MoreHelp us to beautify our church as we celebrate Christ’s Resurrection! Flowers symbolize the new life we receive in Jesus’ death and resurrection. Help us to meet our goal by making a contribution today. No amount is too small! After the Easter Season, the flowers are planted around our campus and continue to ad beauty to our block for the summer.
Read MoreThe tour leaves immediately after the Holy Thursday Mass on April 18th (approximately 8:30pm) and will return to St. Benedict for Benediction at midnight. AS OF MONDAY, APRIL 15TH THE PILGRIMAGE IS SOLD OUT. Any open seats due to last minute cancellations will be filled on a first-come-first serve basis.
Join us on our annual Holy Thursday Pilgrimage of 7 Chicago churches. This year we will visit churches administered by religious orders. Commentary will include the history of each religious order, as well as the history of the churches we visit…
Read MoreYou will benefit from some of the best speakers from across campus and across the country whose stories, witness, and humor will challenge you to expand your imagination and deepen your faith. Whether you are in the large group setting as one of 360 teenagers from across the country or in the small group with 7 other teens your own age, you will find yourself in a vibrant and welcoming community…read more
Read MoreBeing involved in this ministry requires each minister to write prayers once every 6-8 weeks throughout the year after prayerfully reflecting on the scripture readings and our world, church and community needs. There are no meetings, there is no requirement to read in front of church at mass and no experience or special knowledge is required…
Read MoreRead about the questions and see the dialogue that’s taking place at our Divine Renovation Meetings.
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