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Below are descriptions of each of our Spiritual Ministries. If you’re ready to participate in one of these ministries, please contact the rectory at (773) 237-3011.

Charismatic Renewal

In February, 1967, during a Duquesne University student retreat at The Ark and the Dove Retreat House outside of Pittsburgh, PA, one of the students, Patti Gallagher-Mansfield felt drawn to pray before the Blessed Sacrament in the chapel. She, and a number of other students who had joined her were later found prostrate before the Tabernacle. There, before Jesus’ Eucharistic presence, the Catholic Charismatic Renewal was born. They had all been overwhelmed by the majesty, power and presence of God. The movement spread rapidly throughout the United States and the world. It is estimated that in excess of 75 million Catholics worldwide have had contact with this renewal and have experienced their own personal Pentecost. Today, the Catholic Charismatic Renewal seeks to facilitate spiritual growth and renewal for individuals, parishes and communities. Each of us is invited to deepen our personal relationship with Jesus. For Catholics, this "baptism in the Holy Spirit" further unwraps the gifts and graces received in the sacraments.

Emmaus Group

Emmaus Group is a Catholic retreat program that is open to all men and women ages 20 or older seeking to grow in their relationship with Christ regardless of their present level of faith and practice. It provides its participants the opportunity to reconnect with what matters and share their faith journeys in a loving community. On the retreat you’ll be free from the distractions of your daily routine so you can open your heart and listen to Jesus and the Holy Spirit. You will find deep satisfaction, inner peace, healing and joy.

Bible Study