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Memorial Day Mass a tradition for many in Glenwood

Augustinian Bishop Daniel Turley celebrates a Memorial Day Mass at Assumption Catholic Cemetery and Mausoleum in Glenwood on May 26, 2025. The Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic Cemeteries hosted its annual field Masses at 21 cemeteries throughout Cook and Lake counties. Guests prayed for peace and honored those who have served this country and remembered the fallen. Active members of the military and veterans received a special blessing during the liturgies followed by the playing of Taps. Bishop Turley, a member of the Midwest Augustinian Province, blessed the graves of fellow Augustinian Pope Leo XIV in a private ceremony following the Mass. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)

Two men ordained priests for archdiocese

Bishop Lawrence Sullivan, vicar general of the Archdiocese of Chicago, ordained two priests for the Archdiocese of Chicago on May 17, 2025, at Holy Name Cathedral, 735 N. State St. Father Cristian Garcia, 33, from Chicago, is now serving at St. Clare of Assisi Parish in Rolling Meadows and Mount Prospect. Father Kevin Menard, 37, from Arlington Heights, is serving at St. John Cantius Parish in Chicago. Men become priests through the Sacrament of Holy Orders, a celebration rich in symbolism and tradition. By ordination, priests receive a wide variety of responsibilities, particularly celebrating the Mass and granting forgiveness of sins through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Priests also preach the Gospel, and celebrate the Sacraments of Baptism, Matrimony, and Anointing of the Sick. Diocesan priests make promises of life-long celibacy, prayer for the People of God, and obedience to their bishop at their ordination. It is also expected that priests will lead a life of simplicity consistent with the people they serve. (Karen Callaway and Deacon Randy Belice/Chicago Catholic)

Principal 'slimed' after students exceed fundraising goal

Students poured “slime” over the head of Principal Nilma Osiecki at Pope Francis Global Academy, 6143 W. Irving Park Road, on May 21, 2025. The sliming was a reward for the school community exceeding its target goal of $17,000 in this year’s annual fundraiser. Pope Francis Global Academy is the first and only school in Illinois named after Pope Francis. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)

St. Julie Billiart Parish uses art to engage students with their faith

Young people work on “stained glass” images representing mysteries of the rosary during a sacred art class at St. Julie Billiart Parish in Tinley Park on April 26, 2025. The class began in February to teach the faith through art. Students created a project for the parish's passion play, will have their stained glass displayed in the parish hall and will complete a personal project that will be unveiled during a gathering in July. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)

Cardinal Cupich visits school that held mock conclave

Cardinal Cupich visited Our Lady of Mount Carmel Academy, 720 W. Belmont Ave., on June 2, 2025, to meet with the students and teachers behind the school’ s widely praised mini conclave‚ a creative and educational portrayal inspired by the papal election process. In honor of Cardinal Cupich’ s visit, the student cardinals once again wore their conclave attire and performed a brief performance, showcasing highlights from their unique learning experience. Following the reenactment, Cardinal Cupich engaged with students in a Q&A session, offered reflections on the significance of this transition for the Catholic Church, insights into the papacy of Pope Leo XIV and encouragement for the next generation of Catholic leaders. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)

Aurelio’s Pizza in Homewood celebrates connection to new pope

Joe Aurelio, president and CEO of Aurelio's Pizza, speaks about the excitement surrounding their most famous guest, Pope Leo XIV, at their first pizzeria in Homewood, IL, on May 15, 2025. Not only has Joe set aside a Pope Leo XIV table with a designated chair for guests but has added to the menu a “Pope-A-Roni Pizza.” (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)

Local Augustinians reflect on their ‘brother Bob’ becoming pope

Perhaps those who celebrated most the news of Cardinal Robert Prevost being elected Pope Leo XIV were his Augustinian brothers in Chicago, many of whom have known him for over 40 years.

Well-wishers, curious flock to pope's home parish

Since Cardinal Robert Prevost's election on May 8, 2025, as the 267th pope for the Catholic Church, well-wishers and the curious have been flocking to points of interest in his hometown including his childhood parish and home.

Members of the ‘100-plus club’ celebrate life, friendships

Friends and family gathered to celebrate the 106th birthday of Marie Bertsch, a resident of Ascension Living Resurrection Village, 7262 W Peterson Ave., on May 9, 2025. The party was at the village. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)

St. Ann School receives $97,000 from Big Shoulders Fund

Students, faculty and staff gathered for a surprise presentation at St. Ann School, 2211 W. 18th Place, on April 30, 2025 from Big Shoulders Fund. The surprise was a a $97,000 grant sponsored by John and Rosemary Croghan and Big Shoulders Fund awarded to the teachers and staff because St. Ann's had the highest growth in test scores and academics among Big Shoulders Schools. (KarenCallaway/Chicago Catholic)
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