Welcome to St. Irene - We've saved a place for you!
We are a welcoming Catholic community called by God to live out the message of Christ in love and service to all people.
Come share Mass with
Fr. Gregory Rothfuchs
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Eucharistic Adoration:
Every Thursday following the 7 AM Mass until Noon.
Reconciliation:
Saturdays 3:30pm
Parish Summer Office Hours begin May 26:
Monday -Thursday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, Friday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm*
* See bulletin for holiday hours -
For information, call 630-393-2400 x110
Upcoming Events (see the bulletin for more events and details)
List of Services
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Legion of Mary
The Legion of Mary meets every Wednesday at 6:00pm in the Parish Center Holy Family Room.
We pray the Rosary, discuss works of mercy or other Catholic related activities.
For more information, please contact Bill Anthony at williamw.anthony@gmail.com.
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St. Irene Eucharist Adoration
Every Thursday after 7:00am Mass, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is offered in the chapel until 12:00pm. Come spend time with Jesus. Stay for 5 minues or as long as you like.
Grow closer to Our Lord in quiet prayer, thanksgiving and worship.
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Donate First Communion Dresses
Are you looking for a home for a First Communion Dress? Would you like to help those in need?
Rest in His Arms conducts a First Communion Dress Closet annually to enable all girls to have a beautiful dress to wear on their very special day.
Drop off you donation in the bin located in the church vestibule August 1-30.
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Lunch Bunch Luncheon
The Lunch Bunch Ministry will start off with a "Picnic Lunch" of Fried Chicken, salads, desserts, and beverages. Join us for fellowship, fun and food on Thursday, September 3, 2026 at 11:30-2:00pm in the ACL.
Please RSVP by August 31 to parishoffice@st-irene.org.
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First Friday Holy Hour
Join us for Holy Hour with exposition of the Holy Eucharist and benediction on September 4 at 7:00pm with Rosary at 6:30pm.
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Little Flowers Girls Club
The Little Flowers Girls’ Club will be pausing for the Summer months and resume in the Fall. The Little Flowers Girls' Club is a program whose goal is to provide young Catholic Girls, ages five and up, with an opportunity to gather and learn about their Catholic heritage, faith, and tradition. The next meeting is Monday, September 7 at 6:00pm in the Mobiles.
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St. Irene Annual Golf Outing
The St. Irene Annual Golf Outing will be held on Friday, September 11th, 2026 at the Bliss Creek Golf Club, Sugar Grove. This year's proceeds will benefit St. Irene Parish. For questions, please contact Bob LaDeur at rladeur@hotmail.com.
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Hope: It's in our blood!
The Knights of Columbus is hosting the Warrenville Community Blood Drive at St. Irene Church in the ACL on Saturday, September 12, 7:00-11:30am. Schedule your appointment below or Walk-ins are welcome! Remember to bring your photo ID.
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Birthdays, Anniversaries, and Hospitality
Do you have a birthday or anniversary in September? Come to any of our weekend Masses on September 12-13, to receive a blessing. Then join us for hospitality after Mass!
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Children's Liturgy of the Word
We will be offering the Liturgy of the Word for Children twice monthly now, 2nd and 4th Sundays. Please join us on Sunday, September 13 during 10:00 am Mass.
If you are interested in volunteering, contact Pamela Keating 630-393-2400 x120.
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100th Anniversary Parish Volunteer Information Session
St. Irene Parish will be celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2027 and we need your help to make this a celebration to remember!! Learn more about how you may be able to help on Sunday, September 13, 6:30 p.m. in the ACL. We’re seeking people with a wide range of skills for small jobs to leadership roles, all to make this year a success. Be part of our Centennial Celebration!
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St. Francis: A Life of Joyful Contradiction
Come Join us for 6 weeks to celebrate the Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi and learn who he truly was. Presented by Shannon Burns and John Detwiler, at St. Irene in the ACL at 7:00-8:15pm on the following days:
September 14: Wealth of Poverty
September 21: Fool for Christ
September 28: The Man Who Wasn’t There (1)
October 12: The Man Who Wasn’t There (2)
October 19: The Man Who Wasn’t There (3)
October 24 - Visit the Portiuncula at 10:00 AM at the Mayslake Forest Preserve
If you have questions: Contact Maggie Detwiler at maggie@st-irene.org
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Johnson Family Connection Meal
WELCOME BACK!! The first dinner of this school year is on September 17, 6:00pm. Whether you are a seasoned volunteer or a brand new volunteer for Johnson Family Connection, we welcome you to our 2026-2027 dinners! The dinners have been a grand success! Below, you may sign up for multiple slots with different times. Please plan to arrive at the main entrance 15 minutes prior to your start time. Thank you for your help in making this a great community event! Welcome back to school!
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Tootsie Roll Drive
The Knights of Columbus Intellectual Disabilities “Tootsie Roll” Drive will be held the weekend of September 18-20.
The Knights will be soliciting for donations on the street corners in Warrenville and at weekend Masses at St. Irene. Also a GoFund.Me page has been setup for donations September through October see link below.
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Donations for OUTREACH
Donate gently used clothing and small household items to those in need. The OUTREACH truck will be in the church parking lot on the weekend of September 19-20.
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Lay Carmelites
Who are the Lay Carmelites? Would you like to strengthen your friendship with Jesus? Deepen your relationship with Mary? Perhaps you are being called to be a Lay Carmelite. A Lay Carmelite community meets monthly at St. Irene Parish. Anyone who is interested in learning more can contact Debbie Andrle at 708-363-1753 or by email at debbie.andrle24@gmail.com. The next meeting is Sunday, September 20 at 1:30pm.
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Prayer Shawl and Capture the Spirit Ministry
Members of the Prayer Shawl and Capture the Spirit Ministry will meet in the Mobiles on Tuesday, September 23 from 6:30pm-8:00pm to gather as we work on our crochet/knitted projects for the ministry and share patterns. All are welcome - bring along a project you are working on and join in the fellowship.
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St. Irene Grief Support Group
Healing together ... Grief is a journey, and you don’t have to walk it alone. Starting on September 24, join us on Thursdays at 6:00pm in the Mobiles. For more information contact Pamela Keating at pamela@st-irene.org
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Hustle Up the Hill
SAVE THE DATE!
Hustle Up the Hill for the Homeless at Mt. Hoy, Blackwell Forest Preserve, on September 26, 2026.
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Wayne Messmer Presentation
St. Irene Knights of Columbus presents Damien: A one-man play by Aldyth Morris, starring Wayne Messmer as "Saint Damien: the Leper Priest of Molokai" on Saturday, September 26 at 7:00pm at St. Irene Church
VIP Seating, Meet & Greet with Refreshments - $35
General Seating - $25
Youth 12-18 years old - $10
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Pilgrimage to The National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion
Save the Date! On Saturday, October 3rd, St. Irene is sponsoring a pilgrimage to the only U.S. Marian Apparition site approved by the Church. Keep an eye out for the sign up in the bulletin and on this website.
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Chili Cook-Off 2027
THE DATE HAS BEEN SET! 2027's Annual Chili Cook-off will be January 30, 2027. Put this date in your calendar so you can attend the Parish event to kick off the new year. Competition and comradery is always in abundance when we participate.
Interested in competing, let me know at lcschmitz1@comcast.net.
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Lunch Bunch Ministry Help Wanted
We are looking for ministers to take turns to help
- coordinate/organize
- find speakers or entertainment
- setup (Wednesday afternoon before the lunch)
- bake desserts
- cleanup
The luncheons are scheduled the first Thursday of the months of September – May. Please find it in your hearts to minister to this wonderful group of our faith community. If interested and need more information contact Pamela Keating pamela@st-irene.org 630-393-2400 x120 or Anna Saake annasaake1960@gmail.com 630-456-0644.
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Help Our Neighborhood Pantry
Our neighborhood pantry serves all of Warrenville. You can drop off donations at 29W260 Batavia Road (next door to Immanual Presbyterian Church), on Tuesdays 11:00 - 1:00pm or Sundays 1:00 - 3:00pm. Thank you for your generosity.
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Flag Retirement
Do you have an American Flag or Military Flag, that is a bit torn or tattered? Bring it to church and depost it in the flag box found next to the reception desk in the Narthex. It will get a proper "flag retirement."
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