On behalf of our entire Catholic community,
welcome to our newly unified parish!
Prayers requested for our pastor's speedy recovery
Our pastor, Fr. Stan Kuca, is recovering from the recent fall that left him with two breaks in his ankle. The accident occurred as he was visiting his family in Poland. While the injury does not require surgery to mend, it will delay his return.
Father Stan’s physician has advised him that he will not be able to travel back to the United States until he can put weight on his foot — probably early next month. Please continue to keep him in your prayers for a full and pain-free healing.
Father Stan’s physician has advised him that he will not be able to travel back to the United States until he can put weight on his foot — probably early next month. Please continue to keep him in your prayers for a full and pain-free healing.
New Mass schedule to take effect this month
Please click here for this Sunday's bulletin to read about the changes in our Mass schedule that will take effect on the weekend of October 23-24 at both St. Luke and St. Bernardine churches.
Quick Info
Mass TimesST. LUKE CHURCH
Weekdays: Mon-Fri, 6:30 am Mon - Sat 8:30 am Sunday Mass Times Saturday: 5:00 pm Sunday: 9:00 and 11:00 am ST. BERNARDINE CHURCH Weekdays: Mon-Thur 6:30 am Sunday Mass Times Saturday: 5:00 pm Sunday: 8:00 and 10:30 am Holiday Schedule at both churches: 9:00 am only |
Church LocationsSt. Luke Church
7600 W. Lake Street (Lake St. & Lathrop Ave.) River Forest, IIlinois 24-hour live-stream here St. Bernardine Church 7246 W. Harrison Street Forest Park, Illinois 24-hour live-stream here |
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What's happening this week?
Baby bottle collection
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Check your closets for winter coat drivePlease check your closets and attic this week for any new or gently-
used adult and children's winter coats, gloves, scarves, and knit hats that can be donated for students at The Learning Center on Chicago’s West Side. Volunteer tutors from our parish allow the center to provide free ESL and vocational instruction to help the adults improve their chances for better jobs. Children’s gear is also much appreciated for family members of the students. Please bring your donations to any Mass on the weekends of October 9-10 or 16-17. Collection boxes will be available at the main entrance of both St. Luke and St. Bernardine churches. Thank you for caring about our neighbors in need! Confirmation retreat
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Welcome back to church! Bring your face mask!We invite everyone to come back to church. However, whether you are vaccinated or not, a face mask is now required in all churches and other public indoor locations.
If you cannot attend Mass in person, you can always join us virtually with our live streams on YouTube. Both churches have a continuous video running 24/7. Click on the links in the buttons below: Time to get your flu shotIf you've gotten your COVID-19 vaccination, thank you on behalf of our whole parish community! Now is time to take the next step to prepare yourself, and to help protect others, by getting this year's flu shot.
The flu season typically runs from October through April, so now is the best time to get vaccinated for the flu virus. This shot is different from the COVID vaccine, so you need both for full protection this winter. The flu shot is recommended for everyone over the age of 6 months, and even expectant mothers can get it in the third trimester of pregnancy to protect their children in the first few months after birth. Please check with your physician or pharmacist now because influenza can be a deadly illness that is linked to an average of 3,500 deaths each year in Illinois alone. For more info about the flu vaccine, visit archchicago.org/flu. |
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Easy, safe way to show your support
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Use Text-to-Give
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We recommend online giving as a safe, convenient, and easy way to support our parish ministries all year round. Whether it's for your Sunday offering or a one-time gift for special collections, you can sign up and manage all your giving preferences at any time, and you won't need to think about writing a check or carrying cash to church each week. You can manage it on your smartphone, tablet, or any computer anywhere you have an internet connection 24/7.
Online giving helps St. Luke, too, by giving us a predictable cash flow that we can plan on and by ensuring that a gift is received when bad weather, illness, or travel prevent Mass attendance. If you haven't already, please sign up today by visiting our secure GiveCentral page here. On behalf of the entire staff, we thank you for all the prayers and financial contributions you provide so that our parish can be present and serving you. |
Follow these directions to make a quick contribution to St. Luke and St. Bernardine Parish on your phone:
1. Open the text messaging on your phone 2. Send the word "Donation" to 708-616-0633 3. Click on the link you receive in response 4. Fill in your information and press "Submit" to complete your contribution. |
Come visit us!
Directions: The main entrance of St. Luke Church is located at 7600 W. Lake Street in River Forest, Illinois (two lights west of Harlem Avenue at the northwest corner of Lake Street and Lathrop Avenue). For directions from Mapquest.com click here.
Access/Parking: There are handicapped parking spots in the drive on the west side of the church, and there is an accessible entrance (via a ramp) on the west side of the church. There also is an accessible bathroom in the front foyer. Convenient parking is available on Lake Street, Lathrop Avenue, Ashland Avenue, and in the school parking lot, which is located on the north side of the school (just west of the church, turn north at the corner of Lake Street and Ashland Avenue.)
We are also easily accessible by public transportation via the CTA Green Line (Harlem/Lake stop) or the Union Pacific West Metra Line (River Forest stop).
Access/Parking: There are handicapped parking spots in the drive on the west side of the church, and there is an accessible entrance (via a ramp) on the west side of the church. There also is an accessible bathroom in the front foyer. Convenient parking is available on Lake Street, Lathrop Avenue, Ashland Avenue, and in the school parking lot, which is located on the north side of the school (just west of the church, turn north at the corner of Lake Street and Ashland Avenue.)
We are also easily accessible by public transportation via the CTA Green Line (Harlem/Lake stop) or the Union Pacific West Metra Line (River Forest stop).
