Celebrate Sunday Mass at St. Alphonsus!

Hello St. Alphonsus,

Construction began this week on the two bridges over the moat. The two side doors of the church, pictured, will be inaccessible for the time being. We ask that everyone enter the church through the main doors on the veranda for now. This project is part of the Art & Soul's Festival Hall renovations, and we're so excited to complete this much needed work! We thank you in advance for your patience while construction is ongoing.

This weekend, we remember the men and women who have sacrificed their lives for our country. Happy Veterans Day!

In this Sunday's Gospel, Jesus tells the parable of the wise and foolish virgins, teaching his disciples the importance of being prepared to receive the Kingdom of Heaven.

Daily prayer keeps you in good relationship with the LORD, and yourself.

Invite your friends/loved ones to Mass! 

Mass Readings for Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time



November 12 Parish Bulletin

Celebration of Giving

Our Giving Tree is now up in the narthex of the church (a week earlier than previous years)! St. Alphonsus will be taking part in the annual Celebration of Giving from now to December 3. Grab any number of tags and return your gift(s) to church on Sunday in the next few weeks or you may drop off at the rectory office during business hours. This wonderful service project annually 'makes Christmas' for hundreds of those less fortunate. Our Giving Tree will be in support of recipients of Catholic Charities and the Women's Center.

Thank you for your generosity; these gifts are possibly the only ones they will receive this upcoming Christmas!

Contact Office Manager Mario Serrano for any questions.

Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

Our faith community will be kicking off the holiday season in style with the annual lighting of the Lakeview Christmas tree on Sunday, November 19, from 6:00 PM-7:30 PM following the 5:00 PM Mass! 

Enjoy carols performed by our Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts students, FREE hot chocolate from our wonderful neighbor, S&G Restaurant, and more surprises!  The festivities will take place directly outside the veranda of the church on the corner of Lincoln/Wellington/Southport.

If you are driving to Mass that evening, a small portion of Wellington will be blocked off for the safety of all attendees. This event is hosted by the Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by a SSA 27 grant.

The Chamber is looking for a few more volunteers for this event. Sign up here!

A Conversation with Albert Mohler and R.R Reno, November 10, 7:30—10:00 PM

Please join us in the Paradiso as First Things editor R.

R. Reno sits down with Albert Mohler to discuss the

future of the religious right.

Notre Dame Glee Club and Symphony Orchestra

Christmas from Notre Dame

Saturday, December 16, 7:30 PM

The Notre Dame Glee Club and Symphony Orchestra bring to the stage a tremendous concert filled with classic carols and Christmas spirit. With selections from The Nutcracker, The Great American Christmas Song Book, and many more favorites, this concert is the perfect Holiday tradition.

Stewardship at St. Alphonsus

Parishioners often wonder how much to contribute. The table below provides suggested giving amounts based on the concept of giving your first hour of salary back to God. These amounts are suggestions and are not meant to be taken as a rule.

We invite you to make your offertory gift at any amount after your prayerful consideration! 

"Honor the Lord with your substance and with the first fruits of all your produce; then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will be bursting with wine." (Proverbs 3: 9-10)

What Does It Mean To Give First Fruits?

If you would like to learn more about living a stewardship way of life, please visit our section on giving on our website, or contact a member of our parish stewardship team by calling the rectory at 773-525-0709 or by emailing parish Director of Operations Daniel Szymanski.

Thank you and God bless you!

• Text sunday to 773-570-7600
• Click on the link you receive via text
• Fill in the information and click "Submit Form" to make your gift!

Faith Formation News

Are you looking for a deeply meaningful way to serve your community? Do you want to be inspired and challenged to grow in your faith? Do you want to make a lasting, positive impact on the lives of the youth? We’d love to have you join our team!

Catechists are needed each Tuesday from 6:00-7:30 PM now through early May to share our Catholic faith with the young people of St. Alphonsus parish in our Religious Education program. 

If you know any adults interested - please have them contact Emily Ember.

Are You Ready To Become Catholic?

Registration is open for The Rite of Catholic Initiation for Adults (R.C.I.A.). Each year we are blessed with individuals who desire to enter and learn more about the Catholic faith. The RCIA program is the study of the Catholic Faith and the process of introduction into the faith community. If you or someone you know is interested in taking the class, please contact our pastoral associate, Brooks Robinson.

Walking With Purpose

Come as you are. You are welcome here!

Make authentic connections with other women; refuel and refresh; Learn more about God!

The Touching the Divine bible study focuses on qualities of Jesus revealed through the Gospel of John. This study draws us into a deeper, loving relationship with Jesus as we reflect on His life and personality.

St. Alphonsus Women's Bible Study is on Tuesdays w/ two sessions, one at 9:30 AM and the other at 6:30 PM. Questions? Contact Susan Combes

Men's Group

St. Alphonsus Men’s group meets Thursday nights to pray the liturgy of the hours, have fellowship, and to propose challenging topics to discuss. 

We meet every Thursday night at 7 PM in the rectory. Food and drinks provided. All men are welcome, with most men being in their 20s and 30s. Access can be gained at the west facing rectory door in the parking lot. For questions or more information, contact us here!

Young Adult Ministry

Check out all upcoming events in our YAM Newsletter! Be sure to stay updated for all our events through our YAM Linktree

Praise and Adoration Nov. 17 at 7:30 PM

On Friday, November 17th, spend time with our Lord in praise and adoration in the church. We'll spend the first 15 minutes in silent adoration, and then our musicians will lead worship in song. Confession will also be available! The hour will conclude with benediction, and we will gather for fellowship at Lincoln Tap after! 

Volunteer Opportunity!

Come play bingo with the residents of St. Mary’s Home (a nursing home run by Little Sisters of the Poor) on November 19th, 1:15-2:30PM!

We will help with set up, bring the residents to the auditorium, and assist them with the game. The address is 2325 N. Lakewood Ave.

Please complete this sign up form if you plan to volunteer, only 8 volunteers are needed at this time. Contact our YAM Service Pillar for any questions. Thanks!

Other Young Adult Events

YCP Chicago St. Joseph the Worker Retreat at Old St. Patrick's Church on Saturday, December 9.

Night of Communion- Saturday, November 18; this event is limited to current college students only. Register via flyer here..

Safe Families for Children Ministry

When a single parent experiences a crisis (hospitalization, loss of housing, unemployment, etc.) and has no support system to lean on for childcare, they can call Safe Families for Children.

Safe Families works by connecting families in crisis with compassionate, background-checked families to care for their children until the parent(s) are back on their feet.

Apply to be a "Host Family" or "Family Friend" today!

Around the Archdiocese

Earlier this week, Cardinal Cupich wrote a letter to all parishes, Our Efforts To Welcome Asylum Seekers, regarding the ongoing refugees and migrants humanitarian efforts.

Statement of U.S. Bishops’ Pro-Life Committee Chairman on Pregnancy Help Appreciation Week. Across the United States, approximately 2,750 pregnancy help centers offer life-affirming support to pregnant and parenting women in need.

The Catholic Conference of Illinois has issued a statement on the Illinois General Assembly’s failure to act in order to continue the Invest in Kids scholarship program.

St. Clement will be hosting another Growing In Grace event for senior citizens on Saturday, November 18 at 10:00 AM.

Did you know that Mother Cabrini, a missionary woman religious, helped shape America’s social and health care system in the early twentieth century, hugely impacting the city of Chicago? Register here for a tour of the shrine dedicated to her, located nearby at 2520 N. Lakeview, this Saturday, November 11, at 11 AM.

If your marriage has become troubled or stressed, unloving or uncaring, or if your relationship has grown cold or distant, if you are thinking of separation or divorce, or if you are already separated or divorced, but you want to try again – then Retrouvaille is the program that can help you. There is an upcoming weekend program on November 17-19 in Chicago.

For more information

National Vocation Awareness Week ends this weekend. Join for Holy Hour Adoration:

November 10, 7–8 PM. St. Pius X and St. Leonard Parish 3318 Clarence Ave. Berwyn, IL 60402 Intentions: Chicago seminarians in Spirituality Year and College Seminary

November 11, 10–11 AM. Holy Name Cathedral 730 N. Wabash Ave. Chicago, IL 60611 Intentions: Discerners in InSearch, Quigley Discerners Program, Samuel Group and those discerning their vocation to the priesthood, diaconate, consecrated life, or holy matrimony.

Faith Sharing Workshops – Nov. 11 and 12