A retreat to help you move past the pain of a broken marriage. Oct 21-23 at the Ave Maria Retreat Center in Danville, IL. Retreat master, Fr Stephen Dyas, LC, will lead a weekend of prayer and reflection to give you the tools and hope you need. Register by 10/13. Click for more details.

Join St. James pray-ers each Friday at 3pm from September 30th through November 4th at the abortuary, Access Health 1700 W 75th Street, Downers Grove. Visit 40daysforlife.com to sign up for other times and facilities. Stand up for the babies.

Our Parish picnic was a huge success, despite the inclement weather. Almost 200 parish friends enjoyed a delicious BBQ lunch together. Thanks to all those who made the day most enjoyable. Click here for the photo album.