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Celebrate 70 Fun Fact: OLW Catholic Woman’s Club

Our Lady of the Wayside’s Catholic Women’s Club was organized on August 7, 1952, for the spiritual advancement of its members and to assist the Pastor in the material aspects of parish affairs. The diligent efforts of special committees and [read more...]

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Amazing Volunteers

Our Lady of the Wayside’s Pastoral Council and Staff extends a Heartfelt Thank You to every single person who offered their time, talent and treasure in our parish ministries this year. You reflect God’s love in all you do for [read more...]

Enlightened Perspective

To Christians living in the 21st century, it might seem surprising that the Apostles still did not fully understand Jesus or God’s plan when Jesus ascended into Heaven. After all that Jesus had explained to them even after His resurrection, [read more...]

Reminder: Celebrate Father Ignatius Anaele’s 25th Anniversary

Father Ignatius Anaele, former Our Lady of the Wayside Associate Pastor, invites old friends to celebrate his 25 years of priesthood. Join Father Ignatius for 11:15 Mass & Celebration on Sunday, June 4, at St. Mary of Vernon Catholic Church [read more...]

Totus Tuus Camp: Registered Yet?

Totus Tuus is a week-long, summer youth retreat for young people in first through 12th grade. Participants will grow in their faith through skits, games, songs, celebrating the sacraments, and engaging, interactive teachings. Themes this year are the Mystery of Salvation [read more...]

PK-4 Mother’s Day Tea Party

The treasured tradition of the PK-4 Mother’s Day Tea continued at Our Lady of the Wayside preschool.  Our PK-4 moms were honored with songs, handmade gifts, and delicious breakfast foods.

Don’t Miss the Celebrate 70 Golf Outing

Mark Your Calendars & Save the Date! Our Lady of the Wayside’s Celebrate 70 Golf Outing will be held on Friday, July 14, 2023, at the Old Orchard Country Club. Stay tuned to OLW communications channels for more information about the [read more...]

Don’t Miss the Celebrate 70 Float, Memorial Day Parade

We love a parade! And as part of our 70th anniversary celebration, OLW will have a Celebrate 70! float in the Arlington Heights Memorial Day parade on Monday, May 29. Grab your lawn chair and wave “howdy!” as the float rolls [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...]

Happy Mother’s Day!

May the embrace of our Holy Mother and the abundant blessings of her beloved Son be upon all mothers on this special day. Thank you for your selfless, tireless love and for the difference you make in your families, in [read more...]