Immaculate Conception and St. Joseph Parish Catholic Church in Chicago

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An Urgent Message from CRS and the Archdiocese

Your Gift Is Needed for Urgent Earthquake Relief in Venezuela

Two powerful earthquakes have devastated parts of Venezuela, leaving thousands without shelter and damaging homes, churches, and critical infrastructure. Catholic Relief Services, working through Caritas Venezuela and the local Church, is providing emergency shelter, food, safe water, medical care, and other lifesaving assistance.

Your gift today will help provide urgent relief to families and communities affected by this disaster. View this fact sheet to learn more about the response or use the button below to make a gift today.

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Discover OCIA—the door is open

You don’t have to be ready or have all the answers, you just have to be willing to take a look. Whether you’re new to Catholicism or looking to reconnect and go deeper in your faith, OCIA at ICSJ is a welcoming place to explore the Catholic faith through prayer, conversation, and honest questions. Join us for monthly small group gatherings. To learn more, contact Jutta Keenan or visit our OCIA page.

July 17: Wisdom, Women & Wine Book Club

The next WWW Book Club is on Friday, July 17 at 3:30pm at the St. Joseph Church Parish Center! Our book choice is The Correspondent by Virginia Evans. To RSVP or for any questions, please email Colleen at cm.424.svdp@gmail.com or Martha at Martha_60603@yahoo.com.

July 20: Knitting & Crocheting for a Cause

Love to knit or crochet? KnitWits invites you to gather Monday, July 20, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the St. Joseph Community Room. Come for whatever time fits your schedule. Together, they knit and crochet baby blankets and hats for Children’s Place Association, supporting newborns whose parents are unable to care for them. Learn more on our KnitWits page or email Kathy at kmust1@yahoo.com.

Save the Date: Taco Fiesta Returns August 2!

ICSJ’s Annual Taco Fiesta is back! Mark your calendar and join us on Sunday, August 2, from 12:00–2:00 p.m., following the 11:00 a.m. Mass at St. Joseph. We’ll gather with our friends from our sharing parish, Mother of the Americas, for delicious tacos, refreshing margaritas, and a fun afternoon of fellowship. It’s one of our favorite parish traditions and a great opportunity to come together as a community. More details and volunteer opportunities will be coming soon.