Immaculate Conception and St. Joseph Parish Catholic Church in Chicago

Inspired by God’s great love, we are called to be the face of Jesus in today’s world, welcoming all to our Family of Families, and walking as disciples through our works of compassion and mercy.

Our Mass Schedule New to ICSJ Parish Make Your Donation

Featured

July 5-6: Second Collection for Missionary Co-Op

The annual Missionary Co-Op collection provides vital support to ministries that witness and proclaim the love of Jesus in areas of the world that are affected by poverty and upheaval. Missionaries travel from great distances to evangelize in remote and persecuted communities. They form priests, and lay leaders, educate adults and children, offer medical care, provide safe homes, administer the Sacraments and more. Any level of support is greatly appreciated—make your donation here. Thank you!

Announcements

Tuesdays July 1-August 5: Summer Bible Study Series

Join us as we dive into the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7) in this beginner-friendly 6-week bible study series! We will take a closer look at these three chapters in the Gospel of Matthew and reflect on its relevance in our lives today. Come hear the faith stories of fellow parishioners and reflect on the Word of God over snacks! The series will meet every Tuesday, July 1–August 5, from 6:00-7:15 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Church. Click here to register today!

July 11: Wisdom, Women & Wine Book Club

All are invited to our next Wisdom, Women & Wine Book Club discussion on Friday, July 11th at 3:30 p.m. at the IC Parish Center on the 3rd floor. Our book choice is Ann Napolitano’s Hello Beautiful, a moving novel about an Italian Catholic family in Chicago, where love, faith, and forgiveness unfold after a quiet young man enters the lives of four devoted sisters. To RSVP or for any questions, please email Colleen at cm.424.svdp@gmail.com or Martha at Martha_60603@yahoo.com.

July 16: FORMED Lincoln Park Meet-Up

Young adults (20s &30s) are invited to joined ICSJ's FORMED community for a picnic in the park after work on Wednesday, July 16th at 5:30PM. We meet just north of the Benjamin Franklin statue at LaSalle and Stockton-- you can't miss us! Bring your picnic blanket, snack, drink and friends! All young adults are welcome. To learn more about the FORMED group and to sign up for our newsletter, visit our page!

July 21: Join the KnitWits

If you enjoy knitting and/or crocheting (or would like to learn), join us! We get together at St. Joe's once a month. Our next KnitWit gathering is Monday, July 21 , 10AM-1PM. You can come for a half hour, a couple hours or for the entire time…whatever fits your schedule. Or, you can make a blanket, a hat or 8x8 squares at your convenience and drop off at IC or SJ. If you have any questions, please leave a message for me at ICSJ or send an email to me, Kathy at kmust1@yahoo.com.

July 27: Taco Fiesta Returns!

ICSJ Parish’s annual Taco Fiesta returns Sunday, July 27th! Celebrate with our good friends from Mother of the Americas, our sharing parish, while enjoying authentic Mexican fare including tacos, margaritas and more! This free, festive event will take place rain or shine at ICSJ School’s Hill Street Campus, across the street from St. Joseph Church, immediately following our 11:00 a.m. Mass. (Volunteers needed! Click here to view the different opportunities and sign up!)