We are saddened to share that longtime parishioner Russell Iacono passed away on Monday, August 31, after a long illness. Russ and his wife, Diana, were familiar faces at the 11:00 a.m. Mass at St. Joseph and generously donated the piano that continues to enrich our worship there. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, October 6 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Church, with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. Please keep Russ, Diana, and their family and friends in your prayers.

The next WWW Book Club is on Friday, September 11 at 3:30pm at the St. Joseph Church Parish Center! Our book choice is Theo of Golden by Allen Levi. To RSVP or for any questions, please email Colleen at cm.424.svdp@gmail.com or Martha at Martha_60603@yahoo.com.

Today is the deadline to RSVP! ICSJ School parents and staff are invited to kick off the new school year with an adults-only night out—catch up with friends, meet new parents and join the Bags Tournament. Registration is required, so purchase your tickets by the end of the day today. RSVP and purchase tickets here.

Families with young children are invited to join the ICSJ Little Dolphins team at neighborhood parks this summer for fun Music & Movement play dates. Meet our teachers, connect with other families, and get a glimpse of what the Little Dolphins Program offers during the school year. View the full schedule and locations.

Starting in late August, our new printed weekly bulletin will be placed in the hands of more than 500 parishioners, newcomers, and visitors every weekend. Advertising in the new bulletin offers a unique opportunity to connect with our growing, active, and engaged parish community. Own a business? Learn how your business can reach the ICSJ community by contacting Angela Gore at agore@icsjparish.org or calling the parish office at 312-787-1107. Know a business? Recommend a business by completing our quick recommendation form.

For many years, ICSJ’s KnitWits ministry has quietly created handmade blankets, hats, and other comfort items for children served by Children’s Place. Members gather to knit, crochet, share ideas, and enjoy fellowship while making a difference, one stitch at a time. Join us for our next gathering Monday, August 17, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the St. Joseph Community Room. New participants are always welcome. Learn more on our KnitWits page or contact Kathy at kmust1@yahoo.com.

ICSJ School is hiring responsible junior and senior high school students to join our After School Care team beginning August 24. Assistants help supervise younger students, lead games and activities, support homework time, and create a safe, welcoming environment. Hours are 3:15–5:30 p.m. on weekdays, with flexible scheduling and a starting wage of $17.05/hour. To learn more or apply, contact Principals Katie Sullivan (ksullivan@icsjschool.org) or Margaret Faller (mfaller@icsjschool.org).

Right now, three ICSJ parishioners in our neighborhood are unable to attend Mass and are looking for someone to bring them Holy Communion each week. If you have 30–60 minutes to visit one person on a regular basis, the ICSJ Ministry of Care provides all the training, guidance, and support you need—including the opportunity to shadow an experienced minister before making a commitment. Please contact Elly Rodriguez for more information at erodriguez@icsjparish.org.

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.

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.

When something feels off but you can’t quite name it, it helps to talk it through. ICSJ parishioner Mike Traynor offers free, confidential decision coaching to help you gain clarity and confidence in your next step. A simple conversation can bring perspective, help you think things through more clearly, and make the path forward easier to see. Visit our Decision Coaching page to learn more.

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.

ICSJ’s Formed ministry invites all young adults to join Fr. Larry for a special Sunday evening Mass and social. We’ll begin with Mass at 5PM at Immaculate Conception Church (1431 N. North Park Ave.), followed by wine and snacks.

Love to knit or crochet? KnitWits invites you to gather Monday, May 18, 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.

Our school’s Parent Ambassadors will host a Parent-Led Playdate on Sunday, May 17, from 2:30–4:00 p.m. for newly enrolled and prospective families with children ages 2 through rising 2nd grade. The playdate will take place in the Preschool Hallway and Early Childhood Playlot and will include a spring craft, face painting by our 6th grade girls, and an opportunity to connect with current ICSJ parents and ask questions. It’s a fun afternoon for kids and parents alike! Learn more and RSVP.

As young adults, we sometimes ask: “What if God feels distant or silent? Why do I feel like I’m not enough for God’s love? How do I know God is really there?” We often hear that “God loves us” — but it can be hard to understand what that really means in everyday life. Join our Formed ministry and Fr. McBrady for an honest conversation about faith, doubt, prayer, and what it means to have a personal relationship with God. Join us after the 11AM Mass on Sunday, May 17, in the St. Joseph Conference Room.

Registration for our Women’s Retreat closes Friday, June 5. Don’t miss this chance to give yourself a few days this summer to step away from the noise of everyday life, rest, reflect, and reconnect with God alongside women of all ages from our parish. Join us the weekend of June 25-28 and discover why so many why so many return from this retreat feeling renewed, grounded, and refreshed . Learn more and register here

Join us on Saturday morning, May 16, for ICSJ’s Day of Service. Spend the morning working alongside fellow parishioners and school families, serving our neighbors and making a real difference across our city. Choose how you’d like to help—preparing meals, sorting clothing, supporting new moms, and more. Spots are limited and many will fill quickly. Sign up today.

All parishioners and school families are invited to our annual Holy Mary’s Family Brunch on Sunday, May 3, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. at IC Church. Join us as we gather in honor of Mary and our First Communion children. Learn more.
🖐️🖐️🖐️ We could use a few hands! Helpers are needed to take a few minutes to bring baked goods, serve, greet, photograph, or help with cleanup. Choose a role and time slot here.

This weekend we will have a second collection at all the weekend Masses for Catholic Charities. This Mother's Day appeal supports mothers and children across Cook and Lake counties. Contributions can be made at Mass or on our website's Second Collection page icsjparish.org/second-collection.

We’re excited to announce that a new parish bulletin is coming this fall. As ICSJ continues to grow, our new printed weekly bulletin will help every parishioner stay more informed, connected, and engaged in parish life. We’re currently identifying businesses and organizations that may be interested in advertising in the bulletin and supporting all that is happening at ICSJ Parish and School. If you know of a business that may be interested, please submit your recommendations here.

All are invited to a Kentucky Derby Party hosted by the ICSJ/St. Michael's Knights of Columbus council. Enjoy the race with food, beverages, and raffles, with proceeds supporting seminarians. The party takes place Saturday, May 2, from 4:30–7:00 p.m., at the St. Michael’s Parish Center Café, 1711 N. Cleveland (just across the plaza from the church). Learn more.

This weekend’s Second Collection supports the health and retirement needs of the priests who have faithfully served the people of the Archdiocese of Chicago. Your generosity helps provide medical care and housing for retired priests, including those who continue to serve our parish community. Thank you for supporting the priests who have dedicated their lives to serving others. Make your contribution online here,

This weekend at all Masses, we warmly welcome Isaya Otsuka from Exodus World Service, our Refugee Ministry partner, in honor of World Refugee Day. Isaya will share how Exodus helps welcome refugee families to the Chicagoland area and the many ways people can get involved. Since 2017, ICSJ's Refugee Ministry has been a vibrant pillar of our parish community, growing through its partnership with Exodus World Service. To learn more about our ministry and Exodus, visit our Refugee Ministry page.

Love to knit or crochet? KnitWits invites you to gather Monday, April 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.

Join us for a peaceful Morning of Reflection hosted by Fr. McBrady and Elly Rodriguez. Continuing with the theme, I Am With You, Always, we will reflect on receiving God’s love in light of the resurrection. This time of prayer, reflection, and renewal will be a beautiful way to deepen your Easter joy. 8:30AM Breakfast bites, 9-11AM Reflection at Immaculate Conception (1431 N North Park Ave).

Please support the Works of the Holy Father through the Peter’s Pence Collection at all weekend Masses this weekend, June 27 and 28.

The annual Kolbe House Palm Sunday Prayer Walk will be held on Sunday, March 29th at 3pm. It will commemorate the beginning of Holy Week with a procession around Cook County Jail. This procession connects moments of Jesus's passion to the experiences of those impacted by incarceration through prayer, song, and reflections from our friends inside the jail. All are welcome to attend! Details can be found here.

Saturday, March 28 — 9 a.m. St. Joseph Church • 4 p.m. IC Church
This Lent, consider celebrating the Sacrament of Reconciliation—even if it has been years since your last confession. Through this sacrament, God offers healing, mercy, and the chance for a fresh start. In His love, we are freed from the heaviness of sin and invited to begin again. Individual confessions are available by calling the parish office.