Immaculate Conception and St. Joseph Parish Catholic Church in Chicago

Inspired by God’s great love, we are called to be the face of Jesus in today’s world, welcoming all to our Family of Families, and walking as disciples through our works of compassion and mercy.

Our Mass Schedule New to ICSJ Parish Make Your Donation

What’s Happening

An Important Request from Cardinal Cupich

Cardinal Cupich is asking Catholics across Illinois to contact Governor Pritzker and urge him to opt Illinois into the new Federal Scholarship Tax Credit program. The program could provide additional resources for students in public, private and faith-based schools, but Illinois must choose to participate. Read Cardinal Cupich’s Message & Contact Governor Pritzker →

Announcements

Sep 27: Celebrate Our SPRED Community

Join our SPRED friends and families for a special celebration of Mass and fellowship with our parish community on Sunday, September 27, at the 11:00 a.m. Mass at St. Joseph Church. All are welcome for coffee and refreshments afterward in the St. Joseph Community Room. Learn More About SPRED →

This Weekend: KOC's Tootsie Roll Drive

The Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Drive returns September 26–27 at all ICSJ Masses, with donations supporting SPRED at ICSJ. Make a donation and receive a Tootsie Roll as a small thank-you—and help support a ministry serving people with developmental disabilities in our community. Can’t make it to Mass? Give now with Venmo or GiveCentral‍ ‍

Oct 2: Annual Pet Blessing

Bring your pets for ICSJ’s Annual Pet Blessing, Friday, October 2, at 3:30 p.m. in the Immaculate Conception parking lot. In anticipation of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, Fr. Larry will bless the pets who bring so much joy to our lives. Dogs, cats, birds—or whatever pet is part of your family—are welcome. All ICSJ parish and school families are invited!

Young Adults: Join Us for Alpha + AfterAlpha

Young adults, join us for Alpha this Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at Immaculate Conception, then head to AfterAlpha at Winnie’s on Wells Street for a drink and a chance to connect. AfterAlpha follows Alpha every Thursday, September 17–October 22, from 8:15–9:15 p.m. Register on our Alpha page.

ICSJ Basketball Coaches Needed

ICSJ School is looking for assistant basketball coaches for teams this year! The season runs from November through early February. Please reach out to Athletic Director Thomas Pack at tpack@icsjschool.org if interested.

Oct 6: Funeral Arrangements for Russell Iacono

The Mass of the Resurrection for longtime ICSJ parishioner Russell Iacono will be celebrated Tuesday, October 6, at St. Joseph Church, with visitation at 10:00 a.m. followed by Mass at 11:00 a.m. Fr. Larry Lisowski will be the celebrant.

Oct 10-11: Chicago Marathon Weekend

The Chicago Marathon comes through our neighborhood Sunday, October 11, and both ICSJ churches are along the route. If you’re joining us for Mass, please plan ahead for road closures, large crowds and travel delays. Running the marathon? Join us for the 5:00 p.m. Mass Saturday, October 10, at Immaculate Conception, where we’ll offer a special blessing for runners before race day.