Our Lady of Mount Carmel Advent Recollection : Dec. 10; 6 p.m.; Our Lady of Mount Carmel Gym, 22nd Avenue and Cortez, Melrose Park; sponsored by Altar and Rosary Society; Mass followed by dinner and reflection from Fr. Ed Shea, OFM; $15; for tickets or information, call 708-344-4140.
Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii Advent Reflection : Dec. 14; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; 1224 W. Lexington St.; "Prophetic Actions that Pave the Way: Preparing Hearts and Hands for Christ’s Good News" with Christina R. Zaker, director of Field Education for Catholic Theological Union; $25, includes lunch; for information, call 312-421-3757.
Advent Communal Penance Service : Dec.17; 12:15 p.m.; St. Peter's Church, 110 W. Madison St.; for information, contact Jo Ann Bednar at 312-853-2376 or visit stpetersloop.org.
In Psalms: The School of Prayer : 12 sessions starting Jan. 6; 7 to 9 p.m.; St. Cletus Parish Center, 600 W. 55th St., LaGrange; $30/workbook; for information, call Deb Wroblewski at 815-474-6237.
"Walking With Purpose" : Tuesday mornings; 9-10:30 a.m.; St. Alphonsus Church, 1429 W. Wellington; for women of all ages; child care available; for information, email karinlovejoy@mac.com or visit walkingwithpurpose.com.