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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
3 days ago1 min read


Young Adult Gathering was a Blast
Our Young Adults Gathering held on June 24th was a tremendous success, bringing together a vibrant group of young people from all over Chicagoland for an evening of faith, fellowship, and fun.

St. Paul of the Cross
3 days ago1 min read
July 6, 2025
A friend recently reminded me what St. John Vianney’s “pastoral plan” was when he became the pastor of his new parish in Ars in 1818.

St. Paul of the Cross
3 days ago4 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
3 days ago2 min read


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

St. Paul of the Cross
3 days ago1 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
3 days ago1 min read


Drop-in Technology Café
Would you like to be more proficient using your technology devices? (Smart Phone, Smart Watch, lap-top, tablet, etc.)

St. Paul of the Cross
3 days ago1 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
June 8, 2025
Pentecost is a feast that I’ve come to appreciate more and more each year. While I like all the feast days, Pentecost is now one of my favorites; one that I look forward to the most. Interiorly, I feel more excited by Pentecost than I do by Christmas.

St. Paul of the Cross
Jun 64 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


Men’s Club Bags Tournament
Friday, June 13th
5:00 p.m.
Parking Lot/Gym
The Men’s Club Bags Tournament will be held this Friday, June 13th in the parking lot. This is always a fun event with great food and drink, and we hope to see you there.

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


SPC Food Pantry Out & About in the Community-Park Ridge Memorial Day Parade
A fantastic group of parishioners gathered together to walk in the annual Park Ridge Memorial Day parade to promote the important work of our parish food pantry!

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


Uncle Pete’s Sack Lunch Making Event
We need YOUR help! Great way to earn your service hours!

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


Totus Tuus
Totus Tuus will be available at Mary, Seat of Wisdom this summer!Please contact Daniela Romano at dromano@mswparish.org if you have any questions or would like to volunteer for the day program.
Join us for prayer, reflection, adoration, faith sharing, reconciliation, and growing in relationship.

St. Paul of the Cross
May 301 min read


Last Day of School
This Friday marks the last day of school for SPC—congrats to teachers, students, parents, and faculty on a great year! Best wishes for a restful summer to all school communities.

St. Paul of the Cross
May 301 min read
June 1, 2025
I’ve always been intrigued by the instruction Jesus gave to the apostles after the Resurrection and just before the Ascension to not leave Jerusalem.

St. Paul of the Cross
May 303 min read
May 25, 2025
Our Gospel this Sunday again takes place during the Last Supper; an excerpt from Jesus’ “Last Supper Discourse.” This discourse covers four chapters in the Gospel of John.

St. Paul of the Cross
May 234 min read
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