St. Francis of Assisi Orland Park, IL

Join us on Sundays
Saturday Vigil: 5:00pm
Sunday: 8:00am, 10:00am, 12:00pm

Statement of Cardinal Cupich on the
Health of Pope Leo XIV

Today, we received word that the nodule on Pope Leo’s lung was cancerous. While this is not the news we hoped for, we are heartened by the skill and optimism of his physicians and the countless prayers offered around the world for his complete recovery. I ask that people of good will everywhere, but particularly here, in Pope Leo’s hometown join me in asking the Lord to return this son of Chicago to wellness. He has much more good work to do, many more wise words to preach and many more ways to inspire others.

We Remember, We Celebrate, We Give Thanks

For Sr. Bernard Lynch (Sr. B) and the many ways
she touched the lives of so many St. Francis of Assisi Parishioners.

Memorial Mass
November 5, 2026
8:30 AM

This is in keeping with the tradition of a Month’s Mind.
A Month’s Mind Mass in a Catholic Mass celebrated approximately 30 days after a person's death to pray for the repose of their soul and offer continued remembrance.

Please join us as we remember, we celebrate and give thanks for the gift of Sr. Bernard in our lives.

www.adriandominicans.org/Meet-Dominicans/In-Memoriam

St. Francis Jubilee
Pope Leo XIV has proclaimed a Year of St. Francis from
Jan. 10, 2026 through Jan. 10, 2027.
The Archdiocese of Chicago will join Catholics around the world in celebrating a Franciscan Jubilee year, observed from Jan. 10, 2026, through Jan. 10, 2027, marking the 800th anniversary of the passing of St. Francis of Assisi, a Catholic friar who founded the religious order of the Franciscans. Pope Leo XIV proclaimed the special Jubilee year inviting the faithful to reflect on the life and enduring legacy of St. Francis whose profound commitment to the gospel, love for the poor and reverence for all of creation continues to inspire Christians eight centuries later.
For more information www.archchicago.org/news-and-events/st-francis-jubliee

On Monday, October 19 at 7:00 pm in the church,
St. Francis of Assisi will begin offering a novena to
St. Peregrine for those suffering from cancer and other illnesses.
We will meet Oct 26, Nov. 9, 16.
Come to all or as many as you can. We will be here.

GRIEF SUPPORT

November 9, 3:30-5pm
Grief and Gratitude: Can they co-exist?
When we think of November, we often focus on the celebration of Thanksgiving. For
those who are experiencing the loss of a loved one, our thoughts are filled with
memories of years past and wondering how we will face the empty place at the table
this year. This month’s meeting will focus on ways to bring the healing power of Gratitude to
grieving hearts. Sharing a favorite photo, a memory, that elicits the feeling of gratitude
for the ways in which your loved one touched your life, will guide our time together.
Facilitated by Valerie Piazza LCPC

Lectio Divina
The format could be described as a fusion of lectio divina (sacred reading) and group spiritual direction/faith sharing. The starting point is to look at the upcoming Sunday Gospel and reflect on its various meanings, and then to see how it applies to participants' lives. For more information on Lectio Divina click here.
Next meeting October 22. All are welcome!

ROSARY FOR LIFE
Please join us for the Rosary for Life at 10:00 AM on Saturday, November 7. If we have nice weather (no rain and not terribly hot) we will be praying up the hill by the Mary statue. If we have inclement weather, we will be in the chapel at the base of the bell tower. As always, our intention is for the sanctity of life from conception to natural death, and for peace in our world, cities, campuses and homes.
Please consider joining us!
Hope to see you then!

CHILDREN'S MASS
Sunday, Nov 1st
9:30 am
St Francis Room.

This is a special gathering for
parents & preschool age children
Special age appropriate mass

St. Vincent de Paul Conference of St. Francis of Assisi Parish helps the poor and needy within our parish boundaries with food and financial assistance. If you are in need of assistance, please call our parish office 708-460-0042 and a volunteer will return your call as soon as possible.

Join us on SundaysSaturday Vigil: 5:00pmSunday: 8:00am, 10:00am, 12:00pm

Join us on Sundays
Saturday Vigil: 5:00pm
Sunday: 8:00am, 10:00am, 12:00pm