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Who Do You Say I Am?

And Jesus says to each of us: “But who do you say that I am?” Who do you say God is? This is an important question—perhaps the most important question that each of us can be asked. The truer our [read more...]

Journeys Overnight Shelter Program: Volunteers Needed

JOURNEYS | The Road Home is launching our overnight shelter programs starting October 1st. Across both our programs, we need 800 volunteer shifts per month! If you are passionate about helping those in need of shelter receive services and stabilize, [read more...]

Curious About Becoming Catholic?

Have you been considering becoming a Catholic but haven’t taken the next step yet? Our Lady of the Wayside’s Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) is hosting an informal “meet and greet” on Thursday, August 31st from 7:30 to 9 pm, [read more...]

Come & See

Catholic women 20-45 are invited to “Come & See”—and experience—the daily lives of the Dominican Sisters of Springfield, Illinois. Whether you are discerning a vocation to vowed religious life or are just curious, you can join the sisters for a [read more...]

Outdoor Movie Night!

All are invited to enjoy a movie under the stars. Grab your lawn chair, blanket, and snacks, and join us in the school parking lot this Friday, August 25, at 7 pm to enjoy Champions of Faith: Baseball Edition. Bring the family! [read more...]

Chris Stefanick Remembers World Youth Day 2023

Chris Stefanick brings you with him to World Youth Day 2023 in Lisbon, Portugal. He answers some great questions and challenges he received on social media about the event. You’ll meet teens who live in places where just going to [read more...]

Find Relief From Heartburn With These Easy Tips

Nearly every person will experience acid reflux at some point in their lives. It typically presents as a burning sensation in the chest that is oftentimes accompanied by an acidic, bitter taste. “When infrequent, acid reflux or heartburn can usually [read more...]

Pilgrim Virgin Statue of Fatima; Coming to OLW

World-famous Pilgrim Virgin Statue of Fatima is coming to our parish Our Lady of the Wayside is hosting the world-famous International Pilgrim Virgin Statue of Fatima on Thursday, September 14. This historic image of Our Lady has been traveling worldwide [read more...]

Living With Dementia Seminar

Are you struggling to get your family or team on the same page in understanding changes due to dementia? Not sure how to respond when unexpected behavior occurs? Feeling like you have hit a roadblock in communicating effectively or starting [read more...]

Back to School 2023-24 (Elementary & Middle School)

The 2023-24 School Year has begun and Our Lady of the Wayside’s campus is once again abuzz with energy, enthusiasm, and smiles! Our teachers eagerly welcomed students into their classrooms and helped them settle in. The morning began with the [read more...]