Not baptized? Not a Catholic? OCIA (The Order of Christian Initiation for Adults) is for those over the age of 18 who have never been baptized, were baptized in another Christian religion and are considering becoming Catholic, and for those who were baptized Catholic but received little or no religious education.  Those who choose to continue with the process normally receive the Sacraments of Baptism, First Communion, and Confirmation at the first Mass of Easter. For those age 8 to 18 who were never baptized or did not recieve their First Holy Communion, we have a special program for you. Contact Fr. Joe for more information.

Three of last year's OCIA members have joined the Hospitality Committee. Click the photo for a larger version.

Our annual blessing of runners participating in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon on October 12 will take place during the 5:00pm Mass on Saturday, October 11. Runners and their family, friends, and fan club are our special guests that day.

Assumption's Annual Italian Dinner

It's the party of the year!

Thursday, October 30, 2025, 
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Coco Pazzo,
300 W Hubbard Street

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 A blessing of pets will take place in front of the church on Saturday October 4 from 9:00 to 10:00am. October 4 is the Feast of St. Francis, a lover of all God's creatures and a patron saint of those working to preserve God's creation. Walk-bys and Drive-bys are welcome. 

Dr. Stephen Millies, Professor of Public Theology at Catholic Theological Union (where the Pope went to school) is giving a presentation entitled "Being Bridges," on Thursday October 9 at 7:00pm in Assumption's Parish Hall. This is the third in a series of presentations on the sprituality and theology of welcoming margenalized persons, sponsored by the Immigration Ministry of the Archdiocese. No reservations needed. Park in MartParc, Orleans and Hubbard, for free validated parking.