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Thank You, Kiwanis of Park Ridge!
We extend our deepest gratitude to the Kiwanis of Park Ridge for their unwavering commitment to bringing fresh fruit to our food pantry distribution each month from May through September.

St. Paul of the Cross
Aug 11 min read


Explore the Journey to Catholicism
Are you, or do you know someone who is not Catholic and is interested in exploring the Catholic faith?

St. Paul of the Cross
Jul 241 min read


Missionary Cooperation Plan - Annual Second Collection
For over 35 years, the US-China Catholic Association (USCCA) has been a part of a shared journey of faith, gratitude, and learning between Catholics in China and Catholics in the United States, who are living the Good News of Jesus Christ.

St. Paul of the Cross
Jul 242 min read


A Heartfelt Thank You from Catholic Extension
In a recent letter, Catholic Extension thanked our community for the $160,000 raised for Our Mother of Mercy parish in Mobile, Alabama.
Your generosity is helping underserved Catholic communities thrive and keep the faith alive.

St. Paul of the Cross
Jul 180 min read


Faith in Action: Walking with Refugee Families in Chicago
Disciples in Mission continues to work with Exodus World Service (EWS) in its support of refugees in Chicago.

St. Paul of the Cross
Jul 182 min read


A Special Mass for Our Seniors
Join us on Friday, August 1st at 8:30 AM for a special Mass dedicated to our seniors as part of our Serving Our Seniors (SOS) ministry.

St. Paul of the Cross
Jul 111 min read


Communities That Care Back-to-School Program
Please donate using this link: https://www.bit.ly/spc25

St. Paul of the Cross
Jul 111 min read


Crux 2025-26 Registration
Teens are not just the future—they’re the Church today! CRUX invites high school students to grow in faith, friendship, and discipleship, placing Christ at the center of their lives.

St. Paul of the Cross
Jul 111 min read


New Parishioner Welcome
Members of the New Parishioner Welcome Ministry will be available on Sunday, July 13, 2025 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at the Parish Life Center to register new parishioners, answer any questions and distribute welcome packets.

St. Paul of the Cross
Jul 51 min read


Introducing Our New Ministry: Serving Our Seniors (SOS)
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.

St. Paul of the Cross
Jul 52 min read


Vocation Office Update
Our next event is Quo Vadis Days at Mundelein Seminary beginning on July 27.

St. Paul of the Cross
Jul 51 min read


Fr. Nick’s Last Mass & Farewell Get-Together
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.

St. Paul of the Cross
Jul 51 min read


Cardinal Cupich Celebrates Annual Eucharistic Liturgy with Lumen Cordium Society
On Sunday, June 1st, Cardinal Cupich celebrated the Eucharistic Liturgy with the Annual Catholic Appeal Lumen Cordium Society at St. John Brebeuf.

St. Paul of the Cross
Jun 61 min read


Cardinal Cupich’s Father’s Day Letter
How can I make a gift? You may drop off a donation at the office or in our collection basket (please note Priests” Health and Retirement...

St. Paul of the Cross
Jun 61 min read


The Launch of Our “Serving Our Seniors” Ministry
This Wednesday, June 11, we’re launching our new ministry—Serving Our Seniors (SOS)—at 6 PM in the Kinane Center. SOS will support seniors with companionship, practical guidance, and spiritual care through special Masses, prayers, and events.

St. Paul of the Cross
Jun 61 min read


Parish Garden Planting Day a Success!
We had a joyful and productive turnout at our Planting Day in the parish garden!

St. Paul of the Cross
May 301 min read


Third Annual Women's Group Golf Scramble
Use the following link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeh-1c47GRAB7azBAzyaZO5Bu-tX2TIu7UXelYEB6LGFHYt0g/viewform...

St. Paul of the Cross
May 301 min read


Operations Report and New Annex Report
It is a real pleasure for me to be here, serving as the Operations Director for Saint Paul of the Cross.
I first visited the parish as a boy with my father. At the time, I was a student at Mary, Seat of Wisdom and was amazed to learn that there was another Catholic parish in Park Ridge!
Below is a brief summary of some of the things we have recently completed and what we are currently working on:
The church chiller has been successfully installed and is now fully operatio

St. Paul of the Cross
May 92 min read


A Prayer for Our New Pope
As the Church welcomes Pope Leo XIV, we lift him up in prayer, asking God to guide him with wisdom, strength, and love as he begins his sacred ministry.

St. Paul of the Cross
May 91 min read


Faith & Film
Join us for a special screening of The Shroud of Turin, a compelling film that explores one of history’s greatest mysteries.

St. Paul of the Cross
Mar 261 min read
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