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We are a welcoming Catholic community called by God to live out the message of Christ in love and service to all people.
NOTE: Due to the renovation of the church, Masses are being held in our former church (ACL/ACU)
ASH WEDNESDAY MASSES - February 18, 2026
7:00AM - Mass and Ash Distribution
12:00PM - Mass and Ash Distribution
5:30PM - Liturgy of the Word and Ash Distribution
7:00PM - Mass and Ash Distribution
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Happy New Year!
We met the $25,000 matching donation for all donations made before the end of 2025!
Thank you very much for your generosity!
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As we approach our 100-year anniversary as the St. Irene Catholic Community of Faith, we are embarking on an effort to recenter our faith community, both physically and spiritually.
This project will complete necessary renovations to our worship space, our sound system, and our exterior – all in the space of three months.
The project budget is approximately $540,000, and to date, we’ve raised about $120,000 from previous pledges and some initial donors. Right now, we have the funds in our Diocesan account to begin this project, but we need to fundraise an additional $420,000.
How can you help?
- Learn about our proposed renovation and ask any questions you may have about the process.
- Pray for a safe, sound, and speedy renovation to our church home.
- Financially support this effort with your contribution – click the button below to donate.
- Offer grace and patience as the process unfolds.
Thank you for your prayerful support of this project! We will update you on our progress.
Weekend Masses: Saturday: 4:30 pm**
Sunday: 8 am, 10 am**
Weekday Mass: Monday/Tuesday: 8 am
Wednesday: noon**
Thursday/Friday: 7 am
First Friday Holy Hour:
First Friday of the month, 7 pm
with Rosary at 6:30pm
NOTE THAT MASSES ARE BEING HELD IN THE FORMER CHURCH (ACL/ACU) DUE TO THE CHURCH RENOVATIONS.
Eucharistic Adoration:
Every Thursday following the 7 AM Mass until Noon.
Reconciliation:
Saturdays 3:30pm
Parish Office Hours:
Monday -Thursday 8:30 am - 4 pm, Friday 8:30 am - 3:00 pm*
* See bulletin for holiday hours -
For information, call 630-393-2400 x110
ASH WEDNESDAY MASSES - February 18, 2026:
7:00AM - Mass and Ash Distribution
12:00PM - Mass and Ash Distribution**
5:30PM - Liturgy of the Word and Ash Distribution
7:00PM - Mass and Ash Distribution
Lenten Regulations:
--Anyone 14 years old or over, abstain from meat all Fridays of Lent.
--Anyone 18 years old and under 60, fast on Good Friday:
-Only one full meatless meal
-Two other meatless meals should not equal a full meal
-Eating between meals is not permitted
--To disregard the law of fasting is sinful.
--Follow a program of self-denial, serious prayer, and works of charity and mercy.
--Anyone sick, pregnant, nursing or whose health would be affected by fasting is not bound by these regulations.
Lenten Season
- February 17 - Palm Burning at 6PM
- February 18 - Ash Wednesday Masses at 7AM, 12PM, and 7PM; Liturgy of the Word with Ash distribution at 5:30PM
- February 19 - All About Prayer Reflection with Fr. Greg at 6:30PM
- February 20, 27, March 13, 20, 27 - Soup Suppers at 6PM
- February 20, 27, March 13, 20, 27 - Stations at 7PM
- March 6 - First Friday Holy Hour (no soup nor stations) at 7PM with Rosary at 6:30PM
- March 12 - Penance Service with individual confessions at 6:30PM
- March 19-20 - Palm Sunday Masses at 4:30PM on Saturday and 8AM and 10AM on Sunday
- March 20 - Ecumenical Procession at 11:45AM
- April 2 - Mass of the Lord’s Supper at 7PM
- April 2 - Adoration at 8PM - midnight
- April 3 - Good Friday Confessions at 12PM
- April 3 - Lord’s Passion at 3PM
- April 4 - Easter Basket Blessing at 12PM
- April 4 - Easter Vigil at 8PM
- April 5 - Easter Masses at 8AM and 10AM
Come share Mass with
Fr. Gregory Rothfuchs
Upcoming Events
List of Services
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St. Blaise Blessing of Throats
In celebration of St. Blaise, we will have Throat Blessing at all weekend Masses January 31-February 1.
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Little Flowers Girls Club
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. Next meeting is Monday, February 2 at 6:00pm in the Mobiles.
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Lunch Bunch Luncheon
Our next Lunch Bunch Ministry will host a Soups and Salad luncheon on Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 11:30am in the ACL. Dr. Shannon Burns will join us to share The Languages of Love.
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First Friday Holy Hour
On the evening before his Passion and Death, Jesus asked his sleepy apostles to pray quietly with him in the Garden of Gethsemane, “Could you not keep watch with me for one hour?” On February 6 at 7:00pm, we will celebrate our First Friday Holy Hour with Exposition of the Holy Eucharist and Benediction. For those who would like to extend the Hour, the parish rosary group will pray the rosary at 6:30 PM.
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St. Irene 30th Annual Knights of Columbus Super Bowl Raffle
The annual Knights of Columbus Super Bowl Raffle to be held on February 8, 2026 during the Super Bowl game.
Early Bird drawings cover the cost of a ticket and will be held on February 1 at St. Irene following the 10:00 AM Sunday Mass. Early bird raffle winners remain eligible for drawings on Super Bowl Sunday. The Raffle is a major fundraiser for the St. Irene Knights of Columbus Council. It is a 50-50 cash raffle with half of the proceeds awarded to participants, and the other half retained by the local Council to be used for programs that benefit the St. Irene’s Parish, school scholarships, and community outreach programs.
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The Genius of J.R.R. Tolkien
Come join us as we discuss the Genius of J.R.R. Tolkien every other Monday in February and March. The dates are: 2/9/26, 2/23/26, 3/9/26 and ending on 3/23/26. We are meeting in the St. Irene School Building (Room 202) from 7:00 - 8:30 pm. Please RSVP to Maggie@st-Irene.org
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Birthdays, Anniversaries, and Hospitality
Do you have a birthday or anniversary in October? Come to any of our weekend Masses on February 14 - 15, to receive a blessing. Then join us for hospitality after Mass!
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Children's Liturgy of the Word
Join us for Liturgy of the Word for Children on Sunday, February 15 during 10:00 am Mass.
If you are interested in volunteering, contact Pamela Keating 630-393-2400 x120.
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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, February 15 at 1:30pm.
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Women's Book Study
We will be reading through the book Mirrors of God by Joseph W. Goetz. We will meet 2 Mondays, 2/16/26 and 3/2/2026 in the St. Irene School Building, Room 202.
To sign up or learn more, contact Maggie Detwiler - maggie@st.Irene.org
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35th Annual Chili Cookoff
Due to the Church Renovations, the Chili Cook-Off has been rescheduled to April 11, 2026. If you have any questions regarding donations, sponsorships, volunteering, or being a contestant, please contact Jeff Schmitz 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/June. 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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