Author Archives for Sean Reilly

Thursday of the Eighth Week in Ordinary Time

Father Arthur Marat presiding.

Encore! More Butterflies Released, Now Mexico Bound

On Tuesday, May 28, Mrs. Pizza’s Kindergarten class, with the help of Father Gilbert, released several butterflies they watch morph from chrysalises. Before the release Father prayed with and blessed both the children and the butterflies. Many smiles 🙂  

How to Keep Your Child Reading All Year Long

With the school year winding down and kids spending more time outside, certain traditionally indoor activities like reading tend to take the backburner. But it doesn’t have to be that way. “We know how important reading is for children,” says [read more...]

Wednesday of the Eighth Week in Ordinary Time (School Mass)

Father Gilbert Mashurano presiding.

Wednesday of the Eighth Week in Ordinary Time

Father Arthur Marat presiding.

Outdoor Family Mass, June 2

Grab your lawn chair or a blanket, sunscreen, your family and join us for Outdoor Family Mass — the first one of the Season — on Sunday, June 2 at 9:30 am. We’re looking for student participation (2nd-8th graders) to… [read more...]

Operations Corner: June

Happy Summer! Yes, I know I am 18 days early, but hey, it feels like summer, so go with it. Most people kick back in the summer, play golf, go to the beach and cook out. Not here at OLW. [read more...]

This is My Body

A friend in high school once asked me why I wore a Crucifix around my neck. She was a Christian and very devout, so I was surprised at her confusion. “To remember Jesus’ sacrifice,” I said. Her upper lip curled [read more...]

Message on Assisted Suicide from Catholic Bishops of Illinois

A BETTER WAY FORWARD A Message on Assisted Suicide from the Catholic Bishops of Illinois Legislation has been introduced to legalize assisted suicide in Illinois. SB 3499 makes it legal for a physician to prescribe an array of lethal drugs [read more...]

Euthanasia/Assisted Suicide FAQ

Below are Frequently Asked Questions about Euthanasia/Assisted Suicide. Does this mean that I am left to suffer endlessly? Not at all. No one is obligated to take on treatments which will only extend life but do not offer hope of [read more...]