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Grace Prayer Circle: Next Meeting, June 5th

Grace Prayer Circle Praying for and with those affected by mental health concerns. Mental Health Ministry Grace Prayer Circle is a tri-parish mental health ministry supported by Our Lady of the Wayside, St. Edna, and St. James parishes. You can [read more...]

Time is Running Out…

Vacation Bible School returns to Our Lady of the Wayside this summer,  June 10–14, from 9:30 am–11:45 am. All children from incoming Kindergarten to 5th grade are invited to participate! Camp includes songs, crafts, snack, games, and Bible stories. The [read more...]

Parish Center Summer Hours Begin June 1

The Parish Center will be open weekdays from 8:30 am – 12:00 pm, and from 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm during the summer months, beginning June 1. There will be no evening hours. Weekend hours will remain the same, from [read more...]

Theology On Tap at Arlington Ale House

Join St. James at the Arlington Ale House this summer for Theology on Tap. The summer series kicks off on Wednesday, June 12 at 7:00 pm with guest speaker Father Derek Ho. Your first drink is on us. Must be [read more...]

Do You Go to Hell if You Never Heard of Jesus?

When considering the people of the Old Testament before Jesus’s coming, we might ask ourselves: “Are those without the knowledge of Jesus destined for eternal damnation?” And what about those who have never had an opportunity in our day and [read more...]

Encore! More Butterflies Released, Now Mexico Bound

On Tuesday, May 28, Mrs. Pizza’s Kindergarten class, with the help of Father Gilbert, released several butterflies they watch morph from chrysalises. Before the release Father prayed with and blessed both the children and the butterflies. Many smiles 🙂  

How to Keep Your Child Reading All Year Long

With the school year winding down and kids spending more time outside, certain traditionally indoor activities like reading tend to take the backburner. But it doesn’t have to be that way. “We know how important reading is for children,” says [read more...]

Outdoor Family Mass, June 2

Grab your lawn chair or a blanket, sunscreen, your family and join us for Outdoor Family Mass — the first one of the Season — on Sunday, June 2 at 9:30 am. We’re looking for student participation (2nd-8th graders) to… [read more...]

Operations Corner: June

Happy Summer! Yes, I know I am 18 days early, but hey, it feels like summer, so go with it. Most people kick back in the summer, play golf, go to the beach and cook out. Not here at OLW. [read more...]

This is My Body

A friend in high school once asked me why I wore a Crucifix around my neck. She was a Christian and very devout, so I was surprised at her confusion. “To remember Jesus’ sacrifice,” I said. Her upper lip curled [read more...]