The return of the leper to give thanks to God is one of the first Gospel stories I can recall from my earliest days.

You’re invited to join us for a special morning of faith, food, and fellowship! A full breakfast will be served.

Please join us for our next book meeting where we will discuss Dracula, by Bram Stoker.

Domestic Violence Awareness & Support Seminar on Saturday, October 25, 2025, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. at the Kinane Center. Presented by FOCUS Ministries with Evelyn Colon, ICDVP. Register: leniduffy@spc-church.org or 847-692-6767.

Are you planning your enrollment for 2026 or already enrolled and want to find out what’s changing for 2026?

EMPTY BABY BOTTLES WILL BE DISTRIBUTED AFTER ALL MASSES ON OCTOBER 18TH AND 19TH.

On World Mission Sunday, we celebrate our identity as missionary disciples. Let us contribute to the evangelizing mission of the Catholic Church with our witness of life and prayer, our sacrifices and generosity.

WE ARE ONLY COLLECTING THE FOLLOWING NEW OR SLIGHTLY WORN ITEMS. ·      Men’s, Women’s, and Children’s Winter Coats/Jackets (all sizes) as well as winter hats, scarves, gloves, and mittens ·      Larger sizes are especially in demand.

Congratulations to the Faith, Hope & Charity Guild and the SPC Women’s Group (Apostolate of Women) on their September 21st Golf Outing and Dinner at TAM O’Shanter.

I read recently a study that mentioned mustard seeds have radioprotective qualities. An experiment was conducted where a bunch of different seeds were put under radiation and the mustard seed was the only seed that wasn’t deformed.

In the canon law class I teach weekly up at the seminary, we recently covered the topic of criminal law in the church.

The phrase “rock bottom” comes to mind when praying about this Gospel passage (and also reflecting on the Chicago Bears, but that’s another story).

All current and substitute adorers are invited to a parish-wide Adoration Chapel meeting. Fr. James will share reflections on the gift of Adoration, and we’ll discuss ways to strengthen and support this vital ministry.

Please join us for our next book meeting where we will discuss The Talented Mr. Ripley, by Patricia Highsmith. All are welcome!

We often use the word “consolation” in prayer. Someone in spiritual consolation feels close to God and sees evidence of the fruits of the Holy Spirit in their life.

Jesus says in the Gospel today, “If anyone comes to me without hating his father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters, and even his own life, he cannot be my disciple.” He can’t actually mean this, right?

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!

THAT MAN IS YOU (TMIY) brings men together to grow as leaders in our families and communities.

I mentioned a couple weeks ago in my homily about how many Japanese soldiers in World War II admitted, after the war, that the guns and anti-aircraft weapons they were firing were blanks.