The Parish Life Commission provides events so that people can look at each other, up close, talk to one another, and find out what is going on in one another's lives. Our principal concern is to nurture a hospitable Roman Catholic Christian Community for all through social gatherings, spiritual meetings, and service activities. We aspire to help all of us, appreciate the joys and challenges going on in our lives realizing that it is Christ's love and grace making all things possible!

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SUNDAY COFFEES

Every Sunday after the 7, 8:15 and 9:45 a.m. Masses, join us for coffee, donuts and fellowship in the Gathering Space. Various parish ministries assist the Filipino-American Group in sponsoring these weekly coffees.

COFFEEHOUSE

This casual evening of music and beverages usually held in February or March is ideal for families. Music and entertainment are put on by parish volunteers. Donations collected benefit PADS and the St. Vincent DePaul Society in our parish.

LENTEN DINNERS

The Lenten Dinners exist to provide an opportunity for parish and community-building on a Friday during the Lenten season. It is held in the Mackin Center. Watch the Bulletin for more information.

EASTER EGG HUNT/BASKET BLESSING

An Easter Egg hunt for younger children is held on Holy Saturday behind the Gathering Place followed by blessing of Easter baskets and food in Church. Join us on Saturday April 4, 2009 at 1:30 p.m.

Children, ages 10 and under are welcome to participate in the hunt while parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles - everyone - is invited to join in the fun. Afterward, take your goodies to church for the Easter basket blessing.

At the Blessing, learn the meaning of the Easter Egg, the Horseradish, Bread, Ham, Parsley, etc. that we often all incorporate into our Easter celebrations. Prepare a basket, bring it to be blessed and begin a tradition in your family if you do not already do so.

FILIPINO-AMERICAN GROUP

The Filipino American Group consists of OLW parishioners who conduct celebrations in the tradition of the Filipino culture. They host the celebration of Simbang Gabi in December and the annual Filipino American dinner dance. These events reflect the culture of the Filipino Americans and contribute to the worship and celebration of the parish at large. They are primary sponsors of the weekly parish coffees in the Gathering Space.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

The Holy Rosary Council #4483 works closely with the three Arlington Heights parishes. Click here for the Holy Rosary Council website. Contact the Knights at

PARISH PICNIC

A picnic is held annually in early June after the 5 p.m. Saturday Mass in the parking lot.

SENIOR WAYSIDERS

Senior Ministry attempts to provide help in satisfying the needs of health, transportation and companionship for seniors. Following is the 2010-2011 calendar.

Saturday, September 18 - 7 p.m. in the Gathering Place - Game Night. Feel free to bring a snack. Pizza will be available following the 5 p.m. Mass for $5.00 a person. We will provide the beverages.

Wednesday, October 6 - 11:30 a.m. in the Gathering Place - Chili lunch plus a speaker.

Saturday, October 16 - Game Night at 7 p.m. in the Gathering Place.

Wednesday, November 3 - 11:30 a.m. in the Gathering Place - Soup N Salad lunch plus Bingo.

Saturday, November 20 - Game Night 7 p.m. in the Gathering Place.

Wednesday, December 1 - 11:30 a.m. in the Gathering Place - our annual Christmas luncheon.

January - No Meeting

February - Date to be determined.

March - Date to be determined.

Wednesday, April 6 - 11:30 a.m. in the Gathering Place - Spring luncheon.

Wednesday, May 4 - Possible bus tour of churches.

5K RUN/WALK

A 5K run/walk is held annually on Labor Day weekend. Watch the bulletin for details.