News

Bird Bath Baptism?

Earlier this week, Our Lady of the Wayside Church hosted a special guest who apparently showed a particular interest in our Baptismal Font (which has since been cleaned and refilled). Father Mark Augustine confirmed our visitor was not a dove [read more...]

Happy Wedding Anniversaries!

At two masses last weekend, Our Lady of the Wayside’s faithful celebrated milestone Wedding Anniversaries, and Fathers Arthur and Gilbert gave special blessings, to two very joyous couples. Amerigo and Maria Sorgente celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary at 5:00 Mass [read more...]

The Greatest Surprise: Jesus’ Second Coming

What will it be like for us when Christ comes again? Will it be a great surprise, or will it be more like an unwelcome Halloween scare? Father Mike Schmitz recommends getting to know Jesus well now, so that when [read more...]

Thank You Young Adults

Thank you to all who attended our first Young Adult Ministry event, The Send Off! What a blessing to have such an eye-opening event about our charisms as we launch this new OLW ministry! Keep an eye out for upcoming [read more...]

Our Treasure

In today’s Gospel Jesus tells us that we must be happy and vigilant servants. Jesus says to us “Do not be afraid any longer, little flock, for your Father is pleased to give you the kingdom. See your belongings and [read more...]

Sunday’s Bulletin Cover

Continuing with our ongoing “parish artists” series of bulletin covers, here’s a peek at next Sunday’s masterpiece, lovingly contributed by an Our Lady of the Wayside Minister of Care and Lector. We are DELIGHTED to see OLW adult participation in [read more...]

Registration Open: Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebration Mass

Registration is open for the Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass to be held on Sunday, September 18, 2022 at 2:30 pm at Holy Name Cathedral. Couples celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary this year are invited to participate. Click HERE to register. [read more...]

Young Adults Summer Mass & Meal with Bishop Grob

All young adults (ages 20-40) are invited to get together for a Mass & Meal with Bishop Jeffrey Grob, Auxiliary Bishop of Chicago. Join Bishop Grob on Saturday, August 27, at St. Mary of the Annunciation Church, 22333 West Erhart [read more...]

St. Edna: Part-Time Office Position Available

 Part-time Position Available Are you looking for something to fill your day?  Would you like to earn a little extra money?  Why not consider joining the St. Edna Office Team! We are currently seeking someone to work part-time Tuesday & [read more...]

Friday Morning Bible Study: NEW LOCATION

Friday Morning Bible Study will meet in the RECTORY CONFERENCE ROOM on 8/5.  Enter through the parking lot rectory door with the BIBLE STUDY sign. You are invited to attend Friday Morning Bible Study, live-and-in-person. Come to the Our Lady [read more...]