Parish News

RCIA Rite of Acceptance

The Rite of Acceptance is an ancient Rite that recognizes the Catechumens’ decision to begin the process of becoming a member of the Catholic Church through Baptism, and welcomes the Candidates ­– those who have been baptized in another faith [read more...]

Save the Date: Traditional Filipino Christmas Mass

Wishing you a Maligayang Pasko (Merry Christmas)! Save the date for a traditional Filipino Christmas Mass to be celebrated at Our Lady of the Wayside on Saturday, December 17th at 5:00 pm.  More details to follow. If you are interested [read more...]

Scenes from 80’s Trivia Night

Our Lady of the Wayside’s Gym acted as a time machine last Saturday night, as FSA hosted an 80’s-themed Trivia Night. Parishioners of all ages waxed nostalgic and donned creative costumes from the big-hair decade, as they battled it out [read more...]

REP Update: November 21 & 28

Here’s the REP schedule for the weeks of November 21 and 28, 2022 Tuesday, November 22 No REP classes. Happy Thanksgiving! Sunday, November 27 First Day of Advent Tuesday, November 29 1st through 4th grade classes meet Tuesday, November 29 [read more...]

Keep Gratitude Going After Thanksgiving Day 

Thanksgiving is a time where we reflect on the things, we are grateful for in our lives. But thankfulness shouldn’t be limited to just one day. Studies have shown that cultivating a daily gratitude practice can not only improve aspects [read more...]

You’re Invited: OLW Family Mass, December 4

OLW Families, please plan to join us in our Church, for Family Mass, on December 4 at 9:30 am. As the Advent Season begins, special dispensation for not attending mass in-person ends (see here). Hope to see you in church! Volunteers [read more...]

Monday of the Thirty-third Week in Ordinary Time

Father Arthur Marat presiding.

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 former priest in residence, Father Mark Augustine. Don’t be shy adult artists & doodlers! We’re looking for OLW parishioners of all [read more...]

Giving Tree: Help Brighten Christmas for Families in Need

Again this year, OLW parish can make a difference for individuals and families of Our Lady of Unity /St. Mark parish who are in such great need. Families are struggling even more this year than past years. The need for [read more...]

Join Us for Friday Morning Bible Study

You are invited to attend Friday Morning Bible Study, back in the Cabrini Room of OLW Parish Center, for opening prayer at 9:30 am. Bible study also meets “live on-line” via Zoom, and welcomes homebound parishioners and participants outside our geographical [read more...]