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
Read MoreOn 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…
Read MoreEven 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
Read MoreEven 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
Read MoreFriday, 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.
Read MoreThe worship aide for this weekend is available for download. Be sure to print or load it on to your device so you can participate in this weekend’s live-streamed Mass…
Read MoreThe worship aide for this weekend is available for download. Be sure to print or load it on to your device so you can participate in this weekend’s live-streamed Mass…
Read MoreThe worship aide for this weekend is available for download. Be sure to print or load it on to your device so you can participate in this weekend’s live-streamed Mass…
Read MoreThe worship aide for this weekend is available for download. Be sure to print or load it on to your device so you can participate in this weekend’s live-streamed Mass…
Read MoreThe worship aide for this weekend is available for download. Be sure to print or load it on to your device so you can participate in this weekend’s live-streamed Mass…
Read MoreThe worship aide for this weekend is available for download. Be sure to print or load it on to your device so you can participate in this weekend’s live-streamed Mass…
Read MoreSunday, November 14th at 7:30pm
Join us for our monthly sung vespers service as we remember all the faithful departed. Music will be provided by our our Schola Cantorum Benedicti. A reception will follow the service for all guests…
Read MoreAll are invited to participate in the Parish Leadership Meeting.
Read MoreThe worship aide for this weekend is available for download. Be sure to print or load it on to your device so you can participate in this weekend’s live-streamed Mass…
Read MoreWe will celebrate The Solemnity of All Saints on Monday, November 1st. This year, the Solemnity is NOT a Holy Day of Obligation as it falls on a Monday.
Mass at 8:30am & 7pm
Read MoreTuesday, November 2nd at 7pm
Fauré's Requiem will be presented in the context for which it was originally intended, the Holy Mass. The Requiem will be sung by the award-winning St. Benedict Parish Adult Choir, accompanied by chamber orchestra. ADMISSION IS FREE AND OPEN TO ALL. Parishioners, friends, guests, and non-Catholics alike are warmly invited to attend…
Read MoreThe worship aide for this weekend is available for download. Be sure to print or load it on to your device so you can participate in this weekend’s live-streamed Mass…
Read MoreThe worship aide for this weekend is available for download. Be sure to print or load it on to your device so you can participate in this weekend’s live-streamed Mass…
Read MorePlease take a moment to fill out this survey about Fr. Tom Refermat, our associate pastor. The results of this survey help with staff development and performance reviews for the Archdiocese of Chicago.
Read MoreAre you interested in becoming a Lector or a Eucharistic Minister? Have you served in one of these roles before but need a refresher? We’ve added training dates in October! You only need to attend one of the two training sessions to start serving.
LECTOR TRAINING DATES
Tues 10.19 at 7pm
Sat 10.23 at 9am
EM TRAINING DATES
Thu 10.28 at 7pm
Sat 10.30 at 9am
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