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Fr. Arthur Blesses Shawl Ministry, Shawls

On Monday, August 17, Father Arthur Marat and Deacon Pete LeTourneau bestowed a special blessing on the wonderful ladies of Our Lady of the Wayside’s Shawl Ministry and their beautiful shawls.  These shawls bring comfort to those who are sick [read more...]

Father Arthur Officially Installed as OLW’s Pastor

On Monday, August 17, Father Arthur Marat was officially installed as Our Lady of the Wayside’s Pastor by an OLW celebrity and former Pastor, Father Vince Costello.  The ceremony was held virtually, with only a small group present, due to [read more...]

Deacon’s Beacon: Best of Times, Worst of Times

“They were the best of times,             They were the worst of times.” I know – Charles Dickens said it first, but I think the expression is especially appropriate for us today. We’re all living in confusing, uncertain times.  Our [read more...]

Mass for Wednesday of the 20th Week in Ordinary Time

Fr. Artur Marat presiding with Deacon Pete LeTourneau assisting.

Pastor’s Letter: Busy Busy…

Dear Parishioners, Since June, when Cardinal Cupich shared the Archdiocese’s intention to reopen schools, the Archdiocese has made in-person learning its top priority, but only if it could be carried out safely. I am very happy to share that measures [read more...]

Fourth Confirmation Mass to be Celebrated this Friday

Our fourth (of five) Confirmation Masses will be celebrated this Friday, August 21, at Our Lady of the Wayside Church, at 7:00 pm.  The third Confirmation Mass was held last Friday, August 14.  8th graders will continue be confirmed over [read more...]

Mass for Tuesday of the 20th Week in Ordinary Time

Fr. Artur Marat presiding with Deacon Pete LeTourneau assisting.

Confirmation Mass: Third of Five

Here are photos from Confirmation Mass celebrated on Friday, August 14.  This was the third (of five) Confirmation Masses held on consecutive Friday evenings in our church.  To view the Mass video, click here. To see mass photos or videos [read more...]

Mass for Monday of the 20th Week in Ordinary Time

Fr. Artur Marat presiding with Deacon Pete LeTourneau assisting.

Food Donations Needed for OLW St. Vincent DePaul Society

The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on us all, but disproportionately on those in greatest need. Therefore, OLW St. Vincent DePaul is teaming up with the Catholic Charities Food Pantry. This is in addition to, and does not conflict [read more...]