Soup for the Homeless

Help make soup for those in need! We will gather on Wednesday, October 7 and Wednesday, November 4 (9-10 a.m.) to chop vegetables and prepare soup for Prevention Partnership, a local nonprofit that helps the homeless. Bring an apron, cutting board, and chopping knife and spend a fun hour catching up with friends while making a meaningful difference. Please register here.

Autumn Prayer Walk

Enjoy a beautiful fall morning with the Women’s Guild! Join us on Tuesday, October 20 at the Chicago Botanic Garden for a peaceful, hour-long meditative prayer walk led by Pam Coster. We’ll meet at 8:45 a.m. at the Visitors Center. Come walk, reflect, and connect with us! Admission is free for Guild members; $10 donation requested for non-Guild members. To register, please click here.

Open Play Mahjong

Mahjong is back this fall! The Women’s Guild is excited to offer Mahjong on two more Wednesday mornings this fall: October 21 and November 18. Whether you’re a seasoned player or fairly new to the game, join us for a fun open play session where old friends reconnect and new friendships are made. Please click here to register.

In consideration of others, if you must cancel, please cancel in advance so we can offer the spot to those on the waitlist. Let’s keep the tables full and the games going!

Fall Service Project: Flower Arranging

Join us for a beautiful afternoon of creativity, community, and giving back! On Wednesday, October 28 from 12–2 p.m. at the Parish Center, the Women’s Guild will gather for a Fall Flower Arranging service project. Together, we’ll create stunning floral arrangements for members of our greater community.

Please bring two (or more) bunches of flowers, along with any of the following if you have them: clippers, floral tape, or decorative ribbon. We’ll provide guidance and encouragement to help turn your blooms into something special that will brighten the day of others. Please register here.

For questions, please reach out to Maureen Kolada (maureen.kolada@comcast.net) or Barb Schuetz (nursebarb.60093@gmail.com).

Chili Cook-Off

Calling all chili cooks and chili lovers! Join us for an evening of delicious food, friendly competition, and fellowship at our Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, November 7 from 6:00–8:30 p.m. in the Parish Center. This adults-only event is open to the entire parish.

Come sample a variety of homemade chilis, cast your vote for your favorites, and cheer on our winning chefs! Tasting and voting will take place from 6:00–7:30 p.m., followed by prize presentations at 7:30 p.m. Your ticket includes chili tastings, salad, cornbread, dessert, beer, and wine. Prices are as folllows:

• $30 – Women's Guild Members
• $35 – Non-Members
• $40 – At the Door (space permitting)
• Free – Registered Chili Cooks (Limited)

Click here to register! Questions? Contact Judy Murphy (murphyjudy@msn.com) or Cindy Brady (cbrady615@comcast.net).

Advent Candlelight

One of the Women’s Guild’s most treasured traditions returns this Advent season. Please join us on Wednesday, December 2 from 6:30–9:30 p.m. for Advent Candlelight, a beautiful evening designed to help us slow down during the busy holiday season and prepare our hearts for Christmas.

The evening will begin in the Church with inspirational presenters and music, followed by festive food, drinks, fellowship, and Christmas merriment in the Parish Center.

Guild Members receive priority registration for this beloved event on Monday, October 26! Become a member of the Women's Guild by Friday, October 23 and be among the first to register and reserve your table for this special night. If you haven’t joined the Women’s Guild yet, now is the perfect time!

Meals for Fr. Brian and Fr. Joe

We're looking for volunteers to bring a homemade dinner for Father Brian and Father Joe on Tuesdays and Saturdays. It's a simple way to say thank you for all they do. If you're able to sign up for a meal, we'd truly appreciate it! To claim your spot, please click here.