Running the Chicago Marathon?

Join this Saturday, October 11th, at the 5:00 p.m. Mass at Immaculate Conception Church to receive a special blessing to carry you through the miles!

Not running the Marathon?

The race passes right by our two churches this Sunday, October 12. Please plan ahead and allow extra time getting to Mass — our neighborhood will be filled with road closures, big crowds, and lots of race-day excitement.

1st through 8th graders are invited to join the ICSJ kid's choir on Sunday, October 12 at Immaculate Conception Church. Rehearsal will take place right before Mass at 9 AM with Ms. O'Neill, followed by leading the 9:30 AM Mass. Please use THIS LINK to sign up! BONUS—coffee and donuts will be served in the IC Parish Hall following Mass.

Join ICSJ’s Scripture Study Group this fall as we watch and discuss The Chosen: Season 5 – The Last Supper. We’ll meet on Zoom Saturday mornings from 9:30–11:00 a.m., to share conversation about Jesus’ final days with His disciples and the moments leading to the cross. Missed the first session? No problem, join us any Saturday! Visit our Scripture Study page to learn more and get the Zoom link.

Next Sunday, October 19, St. Joseph Church will be part of the Chicago Architecture Center’s citywide festival showcasing remarkable spaces across Chicago. Through free guided tours, from 12–5:00 p.m, you’ll have the chance to learn more about the history, artistry, and craftsmanship that make our church an architectural treasure. As a special highlight, at 2:00 p.m. renowned soloist Derek Nickels will perform a recital on the historic 1893 Hutchings Organ. ICSJ volunteers are needed to welcome visitors, share the history and artistry of our church, or assist with welcoming guests. Contact Joan at jbem28@msn.com to sign up.

If you enjoy knitting and/or crocheting and are interested in making baby blankets/hats for charity, join us on Monday, October 20th from 10am to 1pm at St. Joseph. Come for the whole time or just drop in. Email Kathy at kmust1@yahoo.com with any questions.

On Wednesday, September 24th, young adults are welcome to come hang with us after work! We will be at LG’s on Well St from 5:30PM to 7:30PM and look forward to seeing you there. Bring a friend, all young adults are welcome!

Young adults are invited to join FORMED on Sunday, October 26, for an evening of service, prayer, and community. We’ll begin at 4PM by making sack lunches for the Loaves and Fishes ministry at Catholic Charities to help feed our neighbors. At 5PM, we’ll celebrate Mass with Fr. Larry at Immaculate Conception Church, followed by a wine and cheese social in the Joy Room. Sign up for sandwich-making here.

Curious about your faith? Already a believer? Still seeking? Alpha at ICSJ is a series of conversations where no question is too simple or too complex. Each Thursday evening this fall, we gather for a meal and explore life, faith, and meaning in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. You’re invited—come any week and see what it’s all about.  Visit our Alpha page to learn more—we'd love to see you there!

The next WWW Book Club is on Friday, November 14th at 3:30 p.m. at St. Joseph Parish Center! Our book choice is The Secret Life of Sunflowers by Marta Molnar and Dana Martin., a novel celebrating the courage of women, the power of beauty, and the legacy of Vincent van Gogh’s art. To RSVP or for any questions, please email Colleen at cm.424.svdp@gmail.com or Martha at Martha_60603@yahoo.com.