Mardi Gras Gala : Feb. 9, 6-11 p.m, hosted by the Immaculate Heart of Mary Court #134 of Holy Name of Mary Church in Morgan Park at at the DoubleTree Hotel, 5000 W. 127th St., Alsip; $65 in advance and $75 at door; contact Grand Lady Estelle C. Baker at 773-339-5493 with questions.
Golf on the Hill : May 20, 7:30 a.m. check-in, 9 a.m. shotgun start; hosted by the School Sisters of St. Francis of Christ the King and Alvernia Manor Senior Living at Ruffled Feathers Golf Course in Lemont; contests include "Beat the Nun"; $175 golf with cart, lunch, dinner, refreshments; dinner only $50; visit golfonthehill.org.
St. Emily Parish Dinner Dance : Feb. 9, starting at 6 p.m. at Manzo's Banquets in Des Plaines; $80 before Dec. 31 (tables of 10 $750); $95 after Dec. 31 (table of 10 $800); dinner, dancing, auctions, opem bar; for information visit stemily.org.
Candlemas Ball : Feb. 9, 6:30-11 p.m.; hosted by Quo Vadis at the Michigan Shores Club, 911 Michigan Ave.,, Wilmette; doors open 6:30 p.m., dance lessons at 7 p.m., dance begins at 8 p.m.; lessons in foxtrot and waltz also available at St. John Cantius Parish Sundays leading up to the dance; $50 per person before Jan. 25, $60 Jan. 26-Feb. 1; for information visit www.candlemasball.org, by contacting Ken Jacobs at quovadis@cantius.org or by calling the St. John Cantius office t 312-243-7373.
Mother Teresa Sundays at St. Bride Church : Third Sunday of each month at St. Bride Parish, 7801 S. Coles Ave.; veneration of a first-class relic of St. Theresa of Kolkata and prayers for vocations at the conclusion of Mass; visit st-bride.org.
Masses for the Beatification of Venerable Mother Mary Theresa Dudzik, foundress of the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago : Jan. 19, 9 a.m. in the Sacred Heart of Jesus Chapel at Our Lady of Victory Motherhouse, 11400 Theresa Drive, Lemont; also Jan. 19, 5 p.m. at St. Stanislaus Kostka Church, the Sanctuary of the Divine Mercy, 1351 W. Evergreen St.; call 630-243-3600.
Anointing of the Sick : Jan. 20, at the 11 a.m. Mass; at the Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii, 1224 W. Lexington St.; for details call Carl Wachsmann at 312-421-3757 or visit www.ourladyofpompeii.org.
Christian Unity Week celebration : Jan. 26, 7 p.m., hosted by St. Dorothy Parish, University Bible Fellowship and Focolare at St. Dorothy Church, 450 E. 78th St.; all welcome.
Mass for the beatification of Venerable Mother Maria Kaupas, foundress of the Sisters of St. Casimir : Feb. 2, 9:30 a.m., in the St. Casimir Center Chapel, 2601 W. Marquette Road; refreshments follow; for details, call 773-776-1324.
Blessing of St. Josephine Bakhita statue : Feb. 17, at 9 a.m. Mass with Bishop Joseph Perry presiding; at Mart Mother of Mercy Parish/St. Adrian Worship Site, 7000 S. Washtenaw Ave.; for details, call 773-434-3223.
Daily eucharistic adoration : Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Our Lady of Victory Church, 5212 W. Agatite Ave.; for information, cal 773-286-2950.
First Friday All-Night Eucharistic Adoration : First Friday of every month, 8:30 a.m. through Saturday 7:45 a.m. (prior to 8 a.m. Mass); St Theresa Day Chapel, 455 N. Benton St., Palatine; for info email pierre.zermatten@kofc.org or call 847-323-0914.
Taize prayer : second Thursday of each month through June; 7:30 p.m., St. Linus Church, 10300 S. Lawler Ave., Oak Lawn.
First Friday devotions to the Sacred Heart: : first Friday of each month, 11:30 a.m. Mass followed by eucharistic adoration; second Thursday of the month 10 a.m. Mass followed by eucharistic adoration at Our Lady Of Fatima Chapel, 3051 N. Christiana Ave.; call 708-489-6055 for information.
First Saturday of the month Mass and pro-life rosary: : Each First Saturday of the month, 7:30 a.m. Mass followed by the pro-life rosary at Sts. Peter and Paul Church, 3745 S. Paulina St.; for information, contact the parish office at 773-523-3917.
Blessing with Franciscan relics : first Friday of each month following 8 a.m. Spanish Mass and first Sunday of each month following 9:30 a.m. English Mass and 11:30 a.m. Spanish Mass; includes relics of Bl. Fr. Solanus Casey OFM Capuchin; at St. Clare of Montefalco Church, 5443 S Washtenaw Ave.; call 773-436-4422 for details.
Preghiera a Padre Pio : Every third Monday of the month at 7 p.m.; St. Padre Pio prayer group at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish and Shrine, 1101 N. 23rd Ave. Melrose Park; for information, call the rectory at 708-344-4140.
Healing Mass : every last Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at at St. Michael the Archangel Church, 8235 S. South Shore Drive; call 773-734-4921 for details.
Teen Mass and ministry : Second Sunday every month, Teen Mass at 5 p.m. in the church followed by pizza and fun until 8 p.m. in the Donald Ahearn Center at St. Juliana Parish, 7201 N. Oketo Ave.; for information please visit stjuliana.org/events/item/334-youth or call 773-631-4127.
First Friday eucharistic adoration : first Friday of every month, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., at St. Juliana Church, 7201 N. Oketo Ave., for information visit stjuliana.org/faith-life/adoration, email 3CsInChrist@stjuliana.org or call 773-631-4127.
Eucharistic adoration : First Saturday of each month, following 8 a.m. Mass, with rosary, confessions, and Benediction; St. Luke Church, 7600 W. Lake St., River Forest, 708-771-8250.
Latin Mass at St. Odilo : Sundays at 9:30 a.m., 2244 East Avenue, Berwyn; music for Sept. 23 includes: Palestrina Missa Brevis, Rossini, Veni Jesu Amor Mi (Cherubini), Ave Verum (Gounod); Sept. 30: Palestrina Missa Brevis, Rossini, Adoramus Te Christe (Dubois); Oct. 7: Palestrina Missa Aeterna Christi Munera, Rossini, Ave Maria (Arcadelt); Hail Holy Queen; Oct. 14: Palestrina Missa Aeterna Christi Munera, Rossini, O Sacrum Convivium (Perosi), Ave Maria (Elgar), Immaculate Mary.
First Friday eucharistic adoration : Immaculate Conception Church, 7211 W. Talcott, starting with Mass at 5:30 p.m. and continuing with exposition until 7:30 p.m. and Benediction.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament : Mondays, noon-8 p.m. with Benediction at 7:45 p.m. in St. Eugene Church, 7958 W. Foster Ave., 773-775-2832.
First Friday Adoration : 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. Martha, 8523 Georgiana Ave., Morton Grove, 3-4 p.m. Divine Mercy Holy Hour and Rosary for Life, 847-965-0261.
Eucharistic Adoration : first Fridays, 7 p.m. to midnight, at St. James Parish Hall (behind school), 2912 S. Wabash Ave.; contact Peter at pwawire@stjameswabash.org.
St. Michael League Masses : for first responders including law enforcement and military, and third Tuesdays of the month at 6 p.m. at Most Holy Redeemer Church, 9525 S. Lawndale Ave., Evergreen Park; May 28 and fourth Sundays of the month at 10 a.m. at Monastery of the Holy Cross, 3111 S. Aberdeen St., refreshments follow.
Tridentine Mass : Sundays at noon at St. Thomas More Church, 8100 S. California Ave.; call 773-436-4444.
Honoring St. John Paul II : every first Sunday of the month after 9 a.m. English Mass, 10:30 a.m. Polish Mass and 12:15 p.m. Spanish Mass at Five Holy Martyrs Parish, 4327 S. Richmond St.; special prayers and veneration of St. John Paul II’s relic, cake and coffee social in the Bishop Abramowicz Parish Hall; for more information, please call 773-254-3636.
Eucharistic Adoration : Thursdays, following 8 a.m. Mass until 6:45 p.m., St. Ferdinand Church, 5900 W. Barry Ave., 773-622-5900.
Eucharistic Adoration : weekdays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Pauline Books and Media Chapel, 172 N. Michigan Ave., 312-346-4902.
Filipino Bilingual Mass : celebrated in Tagalog and English, on first and third Sundays of each month at 5 p.m., St. Mary of Celle Church, 1428 S. Wesley Ave., Berwyn, 708-788-0876.
St. Albert the Great Parish : eucharistic adoration, daily, 7:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m., in Sacred Heart Chapel, 8000 S. Linder, Ave., Burbank, 708-423-0321.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament : Mondays, noon-8 p.m. with Benediction at 7:45 p.m. in St. Eugene Church, 7958 W. Foster Ave., 773-775-2832.
First Friday Adoration : 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. Martha, 8523 Georgiana Ave., Morton Grove, 3-4 p.m. Divine Mercy Holy Hour and Rosary for Life, 847-965-0261.
Holy Hour for Vocations : Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m. at Our Lady of the Snows, 4812 S. Leamington Ave., Thursdays 4:30-5:30 p.m. at St. Jane de Chantal, 53rd Street and McVicker Ave.
St. Peregrine Healing Mass : second Saturday of the month in Spanish, third Saturday of the month in English, 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Basilica, 3121 W. Jackson Blvd.; call 773-638-5800 ext. 19 or email tarnietta@yahoo.com.
Taize prayer : second Thursday of each month through June; 7:30 p.m., St. Linus Church, 10300 S. Lawler Ave., Oak Lawn.
Relax, Renew & Focus on You : Jan. 25, 6-9 p.m.; for women 21 and over; $40 per person includes yoga, a tea station, detox waters, sangria, appetizers, make-your-own sugar scrubs and refreshing spritz bottles and an opportunity for reflection; mini-spa services, massage and shopping will also be available for additional fees; details and registration are available at www.reshs.org or at 773-775-6616 ext 112.
Playoff party : Jan. 20, doors open an hour before the games; part of the 150th anniversary celebrations for Nativity of Our Lord Parish; in the church hall at 653 W. 37th St.; $30 includes food and drinks; sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council 14172; for information contact the rectory at 773- 927-6263 .
"Rick Lindy and the Wild Ones Band" : Jan. 26, 5:30 p.m.; Rick Lindy performs jukebox hits at Our Lady of Victory Parish Hall, 4434 N. Laramie Ave.; dinner and show $30; for tickets visit ricklindyolv.brownpapertickets.com or call 773-286-2950.
"Inspirational Love and Your Just Desserts" : Feb. 20, 1-3 p.m.; sweet table and live performance by the Purple Shirts Ensemble hosted by the Sisters of the Living Word as part or their peace and justice series; free-will offering; registration required by emailing mmei@slw.org, visiting slw.org or calling 847-577-5972.
Mardi Gras : Feb. 23, 5-9 p.m.; at Divine Savior Church, 7740 W. Montrose, Norridge; all ages; $15/adults, $5/12 and under; adult admission includes swag bag with a mask, beads and complimentary gift basket raffle ticket; children’s admission includes beads and a mask to decorate at the event; food, games, entertainment; for information call 708-456-9000 or visit divinesaviornorridge.org.
St. Patrick Party : March 2, after 4:30 p.m. Mass; hosted by the St. Margaret of Scotland Alumni Association in the old School Hall, 99th and Throop streets; $30 admission includes corned beef dinner, other refreshments, and unlimited beer, wine and soda; to make reservations, email the Alumni Association at jcataldo69@smoschicago.org, call or text 773-858-1462 or follow us on Facebook, St Margaret of Scotland Alumni Chicago.
National Catholic Sisters Week Movie Night : March 11, 7-9 p.m.; view a documentary on the diverse lives and ministries of young women religious including Sr. Belinda Monahan, OSB; discussion follows; facilitated by Sr. Belinda at St. Scholastica Monastery, 7430 N. Ridge Blvd.; for information, visit osbchicago.org/programs; RSVP with Sr. Belinda at 773-338-7063 or bmonahan@osbchicago.org.
"St. Catherine of Siena – A Woman for Our Times" : March 24, 2:30 p.m.; Adrian Dominican Sister Nancy Murray, OP, performs one-woman show at Our Lady, Mother of the Church Parish, 8701 W. Lawrence Ave.; $20: call 773-625-3369 for tickets.
Musica Lumina Orchestra and Niles Metropolitan Chorus DIY "Messiah" : Upcoming events include March 31, 3 p.m.; Bach's "St. Matthew Passion": June 2, 3 p.m., Beethoven's "Ode to Joy"; in St. John Brebeuf Church, 8307 N. Harlem Avenue, Niles; email newmru@hotmail.com or call 702-806-8421 for details.
Multicultural Taste of St. Barbara : Jan. 26, 6-9 p.m.; dishes from Colombia, Poland, Italy, Ireland, the Philippines, Puerto Rico and more; in the St. Barbara parish center; 4015 Prairie Ave., Brookfield; food and drink tickets available at the door.
Brother Rice High School Trivia Night : Jan. 26, doors open at 6 p.m., event starts at 7 p.m.; hosted by Brother Rice High School Alumni Moms; at the Brother Rice Carmody Center, 10001 S. Pulaski Road; $20; contact alumnimoms@brrice.org for tickets.
Nativity of Our Lord Casino Night : Feb. 9, doors open at 6:30 p.m., games start at 7 p.m.; hosted by Nativity of Our Lord Parish as part of its 150th anniversary festivities; 21 and over; in the church hall at 653 W. 37th St.; $35 tickets available online, $50 at the door; food and soft drinks included, cash bar; for information contact the rectory at 773-927-6263.
Valentine Bingo : Feb. 10, doors open at noon, games start at 1 p.m.; at St. Symphorosa Sharp Center, 62nd Street and Mason Avenue; $20 at door includes 14 regular games and one coverall game.
St. Viator Trivia Night : Feb. 16, 6:30-11:30 p.m.; 3644 N. Kedvale Ave.; cash prize for first and second place; $25 per person or buy a table for eight by Feb. 8; 21 and over; cash bar, BYO food and snacks; teams, small groups and individuals are welcome; after trivia, DJ and dancing; proceeds benefit St. Viator School eighth-grade trip; contact Brian Downes at downes@sbcglobal.com with questions. All proceeds benefit St. Viator 8th Grade class trip
Cupid’s Bunco : Feb. 17, 1-3 p.m., hosted by the St. Louise de Marillac CWO in the Colonnade Room of the school, 1112 Raymond Ave., La Grange Park; $5 in advance or $6 at the door; doors open at 12:30 p.m.; admission includes sweet table and beverages; tickets will be sold after all Masses Feb. 2-3 and 9-10; for details or tickets, call Bernie K. at 708-485-9174M or Kate B. at 708-354-1642.
St. Gerald’s Bingo : 7 p.m. Friday nights, doors open at 4:30 pm.; Double Q, Hot Ball, Count Out, Bull’s Eye, Green Coverall, pull tabs, good food and free coffee; weekly raffle drawings, quarterly loyalty drawings; 93rd Street and Central Avenue, Oak Lawn; call 708-422-2194.
Tuesday Night Bingo : games at 7 p.m., in St. Christina School Hall, 11005 S. Homan Ave., 773-779-7181.
St. Hubert Job Ministry January events : Jan. 14, 7-9:15 p.m., “Packaging Your Potential”; Jan. 28, 7-9:15 p.m.; "Are You Entrepreneurial Material?"; in St. Hubert Ministry Center, 729 Grand Canyon St., Hoffman Estates; for more information, contact Bob Podgorski at Careerguy1@gmail.com.
An Evening dedicated to Fr. Augustus Tolton : Jan. 19, 7 p.m.; Joyce Duriga, editor of Chicago Catholic and author of "Augustus Tolton: The Church Is the True Liberator"; panel discussion featuring iconographer Joe Malham; in the Jubilee Hall at St. Ita Church, 5500 N. Broadway; call 773-561-5343 or visit saintita.org for details.
"Thomas Merton — Evil and Why We Suffer: From Purified Soul Theodicy to Zen" : Jan. 20, 2 p.m.; David Orberson on his new book; at the Rectory Assembly of Immaculate Conception Parish, 7211 W. Talcott Ave.; hosted by Chicago Chapter of the International Thomas Merton Society; free-will offering, refreshments; for information visit ccitms.blogspot.com/2018/12/january-20-2019-david-orberson-on.html or call Mike at 773-447-3989.
"I'll Die Laughing" : Jan. 28, 7:30-9 p.m., Fr. Bob Rohrich, CM, speaks on humor at Sacred Heart Ministry Center, 8245 W. 111th St., Palos Hills; call 708-974-3336 for details.
Diane Kennedy, OP, Lecture and Dinner : Jan. 30, lecture at 5 p.m. followed by dinner, with Kathleen Sprows Cummings speaking on Dominican candidates for sainthood; in the Shaffer SIlveri Atrium of Parmer Hall, on Domincan's main campus, 7900 Division St., River Forest; $30; for information, visit events.dom.edu/siena-center or call 708-714-9107.
Book discussion "Saint James the Greater in History, Art and Culture" : Feb. 1; 12:10-1 p.m.; presented by author William Farina; at St. Peter's Church, 110 W. Madison St.; free-will offering; for details contact Jo Ann Bednar at 312-853-2376 or visit stpetersloop.org.
Open Wide Our Hearts - Exploring the U.S. Bishops Pastoral Letter on Racism : Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26; 12:10-1 p.m.; different presenter each week; St. Peter's Church, 110 W. Madison St.; free-will offering; for details contact Jo Ann Bednar at 312-853-2376 or visit stpetersloop.org.
Book study: "The 5 Languages of Love" : Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27; 12:10-1 p.m.; presented by Sr. Fran Sulzer, FSPA; St. Peter's Church, 110 W. Madison St.; free-will offering; for details, contact Jo Ann Bednar at 312-853-2376 or visit stpetersloop.org.
The Violence and Damage Being Done by a Pornographic Culture and Practical Ways to Counter It for Families and Friends : Feb. 6, 7 p.m., hosted by Archdiocese of Chicago and the Multi Parish Knowledge and Prayer Series at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 15050 Wolf Road, Orland Park; adults only.
“Introduction to Christian Anthropology” : Tuesdays Feb.12 through March 19; 7-8:30 p.m.; six-week course exploring the Christian vision of human nature/persons through an in-depth look at biblical creation stories; taught by Fr. Matthew Bozovsky of Our Lady of Ransom Parish, at St. Catherine Laboure, 3535 Thornwood Ave.; Glenview; $25; register by calling 847-826-4704 or emailing KitchsBest@aol.com.
"The Book of Nature: First Text of the Creator; Holy Way Amid the Modern-day Melee" : Feb. 17, 2 p.m., the February meeting of the Chicago Chapter of the International Thomas Merton Society features Barbara Mahany, a Chicago author and journalist; at the Rectory Assembly of Immaculate Conception Parish, 7211 W. Talcott Ave.; free-will donation; refreshments; for information, contact Mike at 773-685-4736.
"Crispina and Her Sisters": Women and Authority in Early Christianity : Feb. 17, 3-4:30 p.m.; presentation and book signing by Sr. Christine Schenk, CSJ; at St. Scholastica Monastery, 7430 N. Ridge Blvd,; for details, visit osbchicago.org/programs; RSVP with Sister Benita Coffey, OSB at 773-764-2413 ext. 327.
“Lazarus, Come Forth”: War, Soul Death, and Homecoming : Feb. 21, 6:30 p.m.; part of DePaul University Center for World Catholicism and Intercultural Theology's Spiriual Works of Mercy Series; featuring Robert Emmet Meagher; in room 314B of the Student Center, 2250 N. Sheffield Ave.; free; for more information, visit events.depaul.edu.
Challenges & Hopes: The Catholic Church in Contemporary China : Feb. 28, 6:30 p.m.; part of DePaul University Center for World Catholicism and Intercultural Theology's Spiriual Works of Mercy Series; featuring Mary Mee-Yin Yuen; in room 314B of the Student Center, 2250 N. Sheffield Ave.; free; for more information, visit events.depaul.edu.
Dreams and Spirituality Workshop : March 29, 7-9 p.m., and March 30, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; with Sr. Pat Coughlin, OSB, a spiritual director and licensed psychotherapist who has given dream workshops on five continents; participants are urged to begin recording their dreams as soon as they register in preparation for the workshop; suggested fee of $65 includes lunch; at St. Scholastica Monastery, Oasis Room, 7430 N. Ridge Blvd.; for information, visit osbchicago.org/programs; to RSVP or register, contact Sr. Pat Coughlin at 773-764-2413 est. 374 or pcoughlin@osbchicago.org.
Spaghetti dinner fundraiser : Feb. 9, 4-9 p.m.; hosted by St. Bernadette religious education program O'Brien Hall; adults/$7, seniors 65 and older/$5, children 3-12/$3, under 3 free; includes spagehtti and meatballs, breadm salad, coffee, dessert; pop, bottled water and juice available for purchase; tickets available at door; at 9343 S. Francisco Ave., Evergreen Park; for information visit stbernadettechurch.org or call 708-422-8995.
All-you-can-eat pancake breakfast : Feb. 10, 8:30 a.m. to noon; hosted by Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts in Rzany Hall at St. Monica Academy, 5136 N. Nottingham Ave.; adults/$7, senior and children 4-12/$5, ages 3 and under free.
St. Patrick and St. Joseph Day parish fundraiser : March 2, 5-10 p.m. at St. Thomas of Villanova Parish, 1201 E. Anderson Drive, Palatine; $50 includes buffet dinner, entertainment; visit stov.org for more information.
St. Joseph Table at Immaculate Conception Parish : March 24, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; 7263 W. Talcott Ave.; food, fellowship and entertainment; suggested donation $5/adult and $1/child; contact Rob Lohman at 312-907-7929 or rlohman@LNT-law.com for details.
Surviving Divorce : Tuesdays Feb. 5- April 30 (no meeting during Holy Week) at 7 p.m.; hosted by the St. James Divorce Ministry; in the O’Brien Room of the St. James Parish Office Center, 820 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights; visit catholicsdivorce.com or contact Deacon Jim Bannon at 224-345-7200 or jamesrbannon@sbcglobal.net to register.
“Finding Hope/Healing Hearts” grief support group : 10-week group for adults who have experienced the death of a loved one; meets Tuesdays, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Feb. 5 to April 9 at St. Mary of the Annunciation 22333 W. Erhart Road, Mundelein; or Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m., Feb. 7-April 11, at St. Edna, 2525 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights; to register call 847-223-0010 or email dmulroe@stmota.org.
Divorce support group : most Thursdays, 7:30 p.m., hosted by the St.Giles Separated and Divorce Ministry; in the Dore Parish Center Living Room; for information or to RSVP, contact Chris Malagoli at 708-912-4378 or cvmalagoli@yahoo.com or Olivia Molloy at 708-996-2482 or Livvymolloy51@gmail.com.
Secular Franciscan Fraternity : Forming at St. Ita Church, 5500 N. Broadway; anyone interested in the lay order founded by Saint Francis of Assisi for people living in the world can call Fr. Bob at 773-561-5343.
Lay Dominican chapter : St. Pius V bilingual lay Dominican chapter looking for members who want to learn and live the pillars of prayer, ministry, study and community; meets last Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. at St. Pius V School, 1919 S. Ashland Ave.; for information, text Carmen Maria at 773-745-0854 or call Fr. Santiago at 312-226-6161.
“To Be Joyful Again” : nondenominational support group for widows, widowers or anyone else who has lost a significant other, meets every first and third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at Holy Family Parish, 2515 Palatine Road, Inverness, contact Elaine at 847-705-9886 for more information.
Widows and widowers : third Saturday of the month, 2-5:30 p.m., looking for new members for Naim chapter, organization of widowed men and women who meet for friendship and support; at St. Vincent Ferrer Church Cabrini room, 1530 Jackson Ave., River Forest; for information, contact Virginia Mersch at 708-639-4674 or Gerry Liss at 773-685-5042 or geraldineliss48@gmail.com.
St. Kateri's Closet : donate First Communion dresses and suits for families to borrow and return at no cost to them; Communion attire can be sent to St, Hugh Parish, Lyons, or schedule a pickup by calling Amanda at 708-826-0405 or for more information call 708-447-3108.
Scholarship available : The Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women offers a $1,000 per year scholarship renewable for four years to a young Catholic woman, currently a high school senior; rules/criteria and application are available for download at www.accwchicago.org/scholarship; deadline for submission is March 20; call the ACCW office at 312-534-8330 with questions.
St. Vincent de Paul/Resurrection Church : needs men’s clothing, jeans, hiking boots, belts, sleeping bags, jackets, hand tools, 3043 N. Francisco Ave., call Mrs. Moore for pick-up, at 773-478-9705.
Reflect Catholic Retreat for Midlife Singles : Feb. 22-24; for mid-life singles to contemplate how and where they belong in society, within your family, faith community, and circles of friendship; at Cardinal Stritch Retreat House, Mundelein; check-in at around 5:30 p.m. on Friday and end by 3 p.m. on Sunday; $215; for information or to register, visit www.ReflectRetreat.com.
Women's Discernment Retreat : March 15-17; for single, Catholic women ages 18-50 invited for a weekend of monastery life with time for quiet prayer, simple work, and joyful fellowship with other women as they explore Benedictine spirituality; . facilitated by Sr. Belinda Monahan at St. Scholastica Monastery, 7430 N. Ridge Blvd,; for more information, visit osbchicago.org/discernmentretreat; RSVP to Sister Belinda at 773-338-7063 or bmonahan@osbchicago.org.
Lenten Retreat: Practicing Hope : March 22 - March 24 with Fr. Dan Hartnett, SJ and Sr. Jenny Joseph, FC; weekend open to men and women; at the Chicago Cenacle; visit www.cenaclesisters.org/chicago/Retreats-Programs/.
Little Sisters of the Poor : Seeking volunteers for a variety of needs, seven days a week, at St. Mary’s Home, 2325 N. Lakewood Ave., one block west of DePaul University; for information, contact the volunteer coordinator at 773-935-9600, ext. 221 or email volchicago@littlesistersofthepoor.org.
Women’s Center : Main office at 5116 N. Cicero Avenue, is looking for volunteers to answer phones and other tasks, call Terry Jones at 773-794-4771 or email tjones@gotwc.org.
Providence Soup Kitchen : hours available Monday-Friday, 9:15 a.m.- 1:30 p.m., underneath St. Stanislaus Kostka Church, Noble Street and Evergreen Avenue, contact Sr. Florine Licavoli at 773-558-9258.
Chicago Shares : Chicago-based non-profit provides food and personal items to the city's homeless and needy through a unique voucher program; seeking volunteers to help with publicity, especially social media; for information visit chicagoshares.org.
Parenting for Non-Violence : Organization formed to stop inner-city violence before it starts by providing parents with evidence-based parenting skills; currently in need of these volunteers: photo journalist, program development, grant writers and editors, and researchers for the Parent Resource Committee; for more information, contact tgill@parenting4noniolence.org or 708-321-0311.
Northside Latin Progress : needs volunteers for a variety of tasks to assist immigrant men with wage theft, medical and immigration advice, as well as providing clothing and other supplies; call Mrs. G. Moore at 312-343-0844.