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Join the Women's Guild Today!
There's never been a better time to join the FHC Women's Guild! We welcome women of all ages and stages of life to connect through faith, friendship, and service.
This fall and winter, enjoy a variety of events including a Betsy Jane candle-making workshop, Prayer Walk at the Chicago Botanic Garden, Soup for the Homeless, Floral Arranging, Chili Cook-Off, and Advent Candlelight. Favorites such as Bridge, Mahjong, and Knitting remain in the monthly line-up. There's truly something for everyone.
Annual Guild membership dues are $65. Join or renew today and discover all the Guild has to offer! Prefer to mail a check? Click here to print the membership form.
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Bridge Group
Join the Women's Guild for bridge! There are three ways to play:
- Grab a partner for Marathon-style games to be scheduled at your convenience Monday through Friday
- Join the bi-monthly Friday duplicate bridge sessions from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Parish Center
- Play online every Monday and Friday
Please register by Thursday, September 11 using this form. You may sign up for fall, winter, or the full season. Contact Eloise Neidhardt at 224-503-0995 for more information.
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Open Play Mahjong
Mahjong is back this fall! The Women’s Guild is excited to kick off a new season of Mahjong on three Wednesday mornings: September 23, 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!
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Betsy Jane Candle Making Event
Join the Guild for a special Betsy Jane Candle Making Event on Tuesday, September 29 from 6:00–8:00 p.m. in the Parish Center. Katy Khurana, founder of Betsy Jane Candles, will guide us in creating our own candle while we enjoy wine, refreshments, and time together. Cost is $60.
This special evening is exclusively for Women’s Guild members. Not a member yet? We’d love to have you join the Guild and join us for the evening! Space is limited—register today!
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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 Visitor 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.
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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).
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Knitting for Charity
The Women’s Guild invites all parishioners—beginners to pros—to a cozy morning of knitting and crocheting!
Join us on Thursdays, 9:30–11 a.m., in the Parish Center Living Room. Bring your needles, hooks, and ideas as we create baby items, prayer shawls, hats, scarves, and lap blankets for those in need.
To reserve your spot, email Cindy Brady at cbrady615@comcast.net or call 847-508-2788. Come for the stitching, stay for the friendship!
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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, beginning Tuesday, September 8. 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.
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Catholic Charities Event: Serve Up Hope
Join North Shore friends for cocktails, pickleball, golf simulators, and karaoke—all while making a difference close to home! The Serve Up Hope event will take place on Friday, September 25 from 7:00-10:00 p.m. at the DINX Social Club, 1931 Skokie Valley Rd., Highland Park. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets. Proceeds benefit Catholic Charities food pantries.
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Our Impact in the Community
The Women’s Guild is about friendship, connection and having fun—but it’s also about coming together to make a meaningful difference. During the 2025–2026 season, Guild members raised an incredible $38,150 for seven organizations supporting women and children, health care, education, and efforts to fight food insecurity, in addition to funding a number of Parish projects. When you join the Guild, you’re not just joining in on great activities—you’re helping make this impact possible. Click here to learn more about the organizations we supported.
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