Spirit & Light

This collaborative now has a name and mission statement! – Spirit and Light: A Catholic Collaborative for Living Faith

Spirit and Light is the catechetical center for Oak Park’s two parishes: Ascension and St. Edmund, and St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles.

Mission Statement – Spirit and Light kindles the fire of faith in each person to bring the joy of the Holy Spirit and Christ’s presence to the world.

Vision Statement – Spirit and Light is an inspiring, prayerful, inclusive Catholic initiative for learning, reflection, discernment and encouragement that
reaches out to people wherever they are;
nutures the journey of seekers and empowers those sojourners to walk with each other;
enriches connections with God;
inspires people to live the Gospel;
stirs the soul-hunger for meaning;
and fosters a vibrant community living in joy and deepens relationships among people of faith.

To get involved or ask questions, contact Marci Madary at [email protected].

There are a number of ways to learn of upcoming programs. In addition to our Sunday bulletin, our weekly parish newsletter arriving on Fridays will keep you abreast of not only the opportunities offered here at Ascension and St. Edmund, but also activities offered by other parishes and organizations. Sign up for the newsletter HERE. We frequently receive information on programming by Chicagoland parishes, universities, Catholic-focused groups and retreat centers, which we post on our online Around Town Bulletin Board. For additional information: Marci Madary: [email protected]