Young adults ages 18–35 are invited to grow in faith through Scripture, discussion, and fellowship. Join us every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. in the Holy Family Chapel at St. Paul of the Cross Church as we explore God's Word and its relevance to everyday life. All are welcome—no prior Bible study experience is needed.

The Peter’s Pence collection is a gesture of solidarity through which every member of the faithful can participate in the activity of the Pope as Pastor of the Universal Church.

Please keep our former Associate Pastor, Fr. Nick Cavallari, and his family in your prayers following the passing of his mother, Linda Cavallari.

Please note the following schedule changes for the Fourth of July holiday: Friday, July 3 No 6:25 a.m. Mass 8:00 a.m. Confessions 8:30 a.m. Mass

Please note that the parish office is observing summer office hours through August 23rd.

Are you, or do you know someone who is not Catholic and is interested in exploring the Catholic faith? Or are you an adult Catholic who has not yet completed receiving the Sacraments?

Pack 24 Cub Scouts and Troop 24 Scouts are looking for additional adult leaders. Our program has experienced tremendous growth since the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, and we are looking to expand our leadership team.

We are delighted to welcome back Fr. Lee Noel, who served as a seminarian at St. Paul of the Cross before being ordained a priest for the Diocese of Cheyenne, Wyoming.

The Park Ridge Garden Club has cordially invited SPC’s Centennial Vegetable Garden to be featured in this year’s Garden Walk! We are truly honored to be included among the gardens highlighted for their beauty, education, and service to the community.

Members of the Welcome Ministry will be available to register new parishioners, answer questions, and provide welcome packets. Stop by and get connected to parish life.

Beginning in June, revised Adoration hours on Friday–Sunday will be: 5:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Chapel closes at 7:00 p.m.

We have classes for incoming PK 4’s through 8th grade! Catechesis begins formally in 1st grade and goes through 8th

Join current and past Crux members on July 11 for a fun evening of bowling, food, raffles, and fellowship while supporting future retreats and young adult ministry opportunities. $20 per bowler For sponsorship or donation information, contact Daniela Romano at dromano@mswparish.org

SPC Women's Club Outing

The season of Advent, the sense of anticipation and preparation for the coming arrival of the Christ child took on another dimension this year in my family.

Please note: there will be no 6:25 a.m. daily Mass and no 8:00 a.m. daily Confessions on Wednesday, December 24th and Friday, December 26th. There will be the 8:30 a.m. daily Mass both of those days.

Not too long ago I read a beautiful reflection on St. Joseph by a Carmelite sister. She compared Joseph to a pine cone.

SPC School will dismiss for Christmas break on Friday, December 19. We wish all students a strong finish to the semester and extend a warm welcome home to our college students.

Our 8th graders will spend the afternoon preparing spiritually for the Sacrament of Confirmation. Please keep them in your prayers as they deepen their relationship with Christ.

I am delighted to rejoin St. Paul of the Cross, the parish and school that shaped my childhood and remained the standard by which I measured every church throughout my life. Returning in 2024 felt like coming home, and I am grateful to once again be part of this faith community I have always loved.

SPC School will be closed for the entire week of Thanksgiving. There will be no classes from Monday, November 25 through Friday, November 29. We wish all our students, families, and staff a safe, restful, and blessed Thanksgiving break!

Pick up basketball is held on Sunday nights from 8-10PM. We meet in the St. Paul of the Cross Morello Parish Life Center Gym. Although many players have some basketball experience, all are welcome! Arrive early for a 15-minute warm-up and games go to 100 with halftime at 50. Please bring a white and dark shirt.

Annual Second Collection November 23, 2025 Our special collection next week will support the Catholic Campaign for Human Development, the national anti-poverty program of the U.S. Catholic Bishops, working to carry out the mission of Jesus Christ “… to bring glad tidings to the poor… liberty to captives… sight to the blind, and let the oppressed go free.” (Luke 4:18). Learn more at www.usccb.org/cchd.

On this Labor Day, September 5th, we give thanks to God for the gift of work and pray for all workers, that their labor may bring dignity, justice, and peace.

Time may pass, but memories last. Together again, so let’s have a blast!

Walking with Purpose Bible studies combine personal study with small group discussion.

We’re excited to announce a new ministry at St. Paul of the Cross—Serving Our Seniors (SOS)—created to walk alongside the older adults in our parish and community.

At this special farewell Mass, we said goodbye to Father Nick, who has begun his new assignment as the associate pastor at St. John Parish in Streamwood.

This program features biblical, Christ centered teaching that focuses on grief topics associated with the death of a loved one.

The Annual Catholic Appeal theme for 2025 is Together we bring hope.