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This Sunday’s Bulletin Cover: Wedding at Cana

Continuing with our ongoing “parish artists” series of bulletin covers, this weekend’s cover depicts a member of OLW’s Youth Group’s interpretation of this Sunday’s Gospel. Shout to Arielle and our OLW Youth Group for their many talents and contributions to [read more...]

Zoom With OLW’s Bible Study Group

Zoom with OLW’s bible study group.  Enjoy fellowship and share insights on the bible. To receive the Zoom sign-in code, email biblestudy@olwparish.org.  

Busy Week Around Campus…

Last week was a busy one around Our Lady of the Wayside’s parish/school campus. Here is a peek at some of the activities that took place. To see more photos, click on any of the links below… St. Blaise Blessing [read more...]

Youth Ministry Update

Here’s the latest calendar update from OLW’s Youth Ministry. No meeting this [Super Bowl] Sunday. If you have any questions, would like to learn more about OLW’s Youth Group, or would like to participate in the Youth Mass, please reach [read more...]

Please Make Your Gift to the 2022 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...]

OLW’s Youth Group Discusses “Community”

Last Sunday evening, Our Lady of the Wayside’s Youth Group came together to learn about the importance of “community.” The teens solved a puzzle, to which the solution was, “Nothing is done without community.” They discussed the importance of embracing, [read more...]

Heart Attack Symptoms for Women and Men

Heart disease is the leading killer of both men and women in the U.S. Heart attack is one possible result of heart disease. If you have a heart attack, the good news is that you have a greater chance of [read more...]

School Advisory Board Nominations Deadline: March 14

Our Lady of the Wayside School is looking for school families and parishioners who want to serve by being part of the 2022–2023 School Advisory Board We need people who: ✓ love this school and want to serve to keep [read more...]

OLW’s Emily Holum Blood Drive Featured in Chicago Catholic

Our Lady of the Wayside’s annual Emily Holum Blood Drive received a very nice mention in the Chicago Catholic recently.  The article, “Parishes respond to blood shortages with donation drives,” featured OLW parishioners Tom and Robin Holum, who lost their [read more...]

Heads Up: Another Email SCAM Attempt

Sorry to report yet another e-mail SCAM attempt from an unscrupulous person or group posing as our pastor. The email, which comes from a fictitious Gmail account, reads… Do you have a moment, i have a request I need you [read more...]