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Young Adults: Theology On Tap!

Theology on Tap is BACK and hosted by Young Adult Ministry-NW. We will have 4 speakers over 4 weeks. Please note the first meeting is Wednesday, July 13, not July 6 as originally posted. For more information see below or [read more...]

Authentic Peace, True Happiness

In today’s Gospel, we hear how Jesus sends off seventy-two disciples to share the good news. In the Book of Genesis, there are seventy-two nations. The number 72 indicates the good news that the Kingdom of God is at hand [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 a soon-to-be third-grade student. Be sure to pick up a copy of the Bulletin at Mass this Sunday! PS: With [read more...]

Father Mike’s Independence Day Special

It might be tough not to feel patriotic after hearing why Fr. Mike Schmitz loves America in this video. More importantly, though, he talks about the “burden of freedom” and explains why true freedom requires wisdom, virtue, and a thorough [read more...]

Prayer for Convocation of Priests

Convocation of priests of the Archdiocese of Chicago While we need  priests, much of the weight falls on our shoulders. Priests, bishops, and the cardinal need our prayers daily. Without them, they are more likely to fall when the next temptation [read more...]

How to Keep Kids Safe This 4th of July

Fourth of July weekend can be exciting, especially for kids. But with fireworks can come safety hazards. Dr. Shannon Staley, division director of pediatric emergency medicine at Advocate Children’s Hospital has spent more than 9 years in an emergency department, [read more...]

Father Dominic’s Farewell Homily & Reception Photos

Following the 11:30 am Mass on Sunday, June 26, many of Our Lady of the Wayside’s faithful stopped by the Gathering Place for a special send-off gathering for Father Dominic Vinh Ha, to show their appreciation for all the good [read more...]

Flu Shots: Save The Date!

Our Lady of the Wayside will be giving Flu Shots When: Saturday, October 1, & Sunday, October 2 Time: Before and after Saturday, 5 pm, and Sunday, 7:30, 9:30 and 11:30 am, and 6 pm masses Where: OLW Gathering Place [read more...]

Statement of Cardinal Cupich on the Supreme Court’s Dobbs Decision

Statement of Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, archbishop of Chicago, on the Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization June 24, 2022 [Last Friday], the U.S. Supreme Court issued its ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, [read more...]

Friday Morning Bible Study: In-Person or Virtual

You are invited to attend Friday Morning Bible Study, live-and-in-person. Come to the Cabrini Room of the Our Lady of the Wayside Parish Center in time for opening prayer at 9:30 am. Bible study also meets “live on-line” via Zoom, [read more...]