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Update From the Archdiocese COVID-19 Taskforce

OLW Family, Here is the latest update from our Archdiocese regarding COVID-19 practices.  This was sent to parish leadership, but we thought it best to share with parishioners as well.  As noted below, things are evolving rapidly.  Stay tuned for [read more...]

Cardinal Cupich Appeals for Mother’s Day Giving

This Mother’s Day, the face of  need is mothers and their children; the face of hope is you. Please join Catholic Charities in bringing God’s infinite mercy and profound hope to thousands of mothers who are heroically shepherding their families [read more...]

“Moving Forward in Hope,” an evening of prayer, connection, and hope

The Archdiocesan Commission on Mental Illness Invites you to: “Moving Forward in Hope,” an evening of prayer, connection, and hope. Tuesday, March 23, from 7:00-8:00 p.m. The Archdiocesan Commission on Mental Illness is pleased to offer “Moving Forward in Hope,” a monthly [read more...]

2021 Annual Catholic Appeal: Your Support is Essential

My Dear Parishioners, Now more than ever, the Church needs your steadfast support. Your participation in our parish’s weekly offertory and in the Annual Catholic Appeal is essential to maintaining the financial wellbeing of the Church over the next few [read more...]

Commitment Weekend: 2021 Annual Catholic Appeal

My Dear Parishioners, Sacred Scripture teaches us “if we love one another, God remains in us and his love is brought to perfection in us” (cf. 1 John 4:12). Supporting the Annual Catholic Appeal unites us as a faith community [read more...]

The 2021 Annual Catholic Appeal Begins Next Week

My Dear Parishioners, I hope this message finds you and your loved ones healthy and well. In light of the current coronavirus pandemic, our primary concern is the spiritual and physical health and welfare of the faithful and all those [read more...]

Meeting Mental Illness With Grace: Virtual Mass & Conversation

On Sunday, October 25th, at 2:00 pm, the Archdiocese will host The Annual Mass for Mental Illness Awareness in support of people with mental illnesses, families, friends, and mental healthcare providers. In these unprecedented times, mental health is in the [read more...]

Vatican Appoints Three Auxiliary Bishops For Archdiocese of Chicago

Today, the Vatican announced that Pope Francis has appointed three new auxiliary bishops for the Archdiocese of Chicago: Bishops-elect Kevin M. Birmingham, Jeffrey S. Grob and Robert J. Lombardo, CFR. Bishop-elect Grob — whom Father Arthur served with while Judicial [read more...]

To Teach Who Christ Is Campaign Update

As many of you are aware, Our Lady of the Wayside launched the Archdiocese of Chicago’s To Teach Who Christ Is campaign in 2015.  For many of you, your five-year pledge commitment is coming to an end.  I thought now [read more...]

Update On Catholic Schools Reopening This Fall

The Archdiocese of Chicago’s Office for Catholic Schools released its school reopening plan, including COVID-19 safety precautions for students and teachers. For particulars, click here to read the report from the Chicago Catholic.