Author Archives for Sean Reilly

Grace Prayer Circle: Next Meeting, February 7

Grace Prayer Circle Praying for and with those affected by mental health concerns. Mental Health Ministry Grace Prayer Circle is a tri-parish mental health ministry supported by Our Lady of the Wayside, St. Edna, and St. James parishes. You can [read more...]

Join Us for Friday Morning Bible Study

You are invited to attend Friday Morning Bible Study, in the Cabrini Room of OLW Parish Center, for opening prayer at 9:30 am. Bible study also meets “live online” via Zoom, and welcomes homebound parishioners and participants outside our geographical [read more...]

2024 Annual Catholic Appeal

Many families in our parish will be receiving the Annual Catholic Appeal mailing from Cardinal Cupich. On behalf of those served by the ministries, parishes and schools who receive funding from the Appeal, we thank you for your gifts. Please [read more...]

Tuesday of the Third Week in Ordinary Time

Father Dan Lydon celebrating.

9 Days for Life Novena, Day 8

The 9 Days for Life Novena continues… Today’s Intention: May civic leaders work for the protection of all human life, in every stage and circumstance.  For today’s Novena, Prayers and Reflection, click HERE. For information about, or to join Our [read more...]

Calling all OLW Men: That Man Is You!

Join OLW’s Men’s Group in the Gathering Place for food, fellowship and faith discussions this Saturday at 7 am. VIDEO: That Man is You! Session 15 will re-introduce the four leadership roles entrusted to men and identify the consequences of [read more...]

Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children

Father Arthur Marat celebrating.

9 Days for Life Novena, Day 7

The 9 Days for Life Novena continues… Today’s Intention: May all preborn children be protected in law and welcomed in love. For today’s Novena, Prayers and Reflection, click HERE. For information about, or to join Our Lady of the Wayside’s [read more...]

Weekend Retreat for Mid-life Singles

Mid-life Singles (mid-30s to 50s): Are you looking for a renewed sense of purpose & belonging? Register today for a life-changing REFLECT weekend retreat at the Joseph and Mary Retreat House (formerly Cardinal Stritch Retreat House) in Mundelein, IL (in the northern [read more...]

9 Days for Life Novena, Day 6

The 9 Days for Life Novena continues… Today’s Intention: May all who support or participate in abortion experience a conversion of heart to seek and receive the Lord’s boundless mercy. For today’s Novena, Prayers and Reflection, click HERE. For information [read more...]