St. Mary of the Woods Parish

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St. Mary of the Woods Parish

We are a community of believers, proclaiming that Jesus is Lord.

09/07/2026

Today we celebrate Labor Day, a day when we pause to appreciate the gift of work and the many ways people contribute to our communities.
We celebrate Labor Day with a special 9:00 a.m. Mass. We hope you will join us this morning as we give thanks for the opportunity to work, serve, learn, and grow.

09/06/2026

It’s a beautiful morning for Family Mass at SMOW. There is still time to join us today at 11AM. Bring the kids and come as you are. There’s always room for you at St. Mary of the Woods.💙

09/04/2026

We are looking forward to our first Family Masses this weekend. Join us on Sunday morning at 9A and 11AM.

08/28/2026

Our religious education program at SMOW helps children know and love their Catholic faith. We encourage them to become confident, compassionate disciples who use their God-given gifts to make a difference in the world.
Register today on our website at SMOW.org or by using the link here: https:// www.smow.org/apps/forms2/?f=58361
Classes begin Sunday, September 13th.

08/27/2026

Attention all St. Mary of the Woods Class of 1986 Graduates! Join us for our 40th SMOW Reunion on Sunday, October 4th! Spread the word!💙

08/25/2026

Today, Fr. Artur and Fr. Gudime came to bless our school classrooms and ask God to guide our teachers and students throughout the new school year. May these rooms be filled with faith, learning, friendship, and joy, and may God bless our SMOW community as we begin another wonderful school year. 💙

08/21/2026

We are excited to introduce a new opportunity for families in our parish community to come together in prayer, fellowship, and celebration of the Eucharist.
Beginning this September, we invite you to join us for our Family Masses on the first Sunday of each month at 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
We look forward to seeing you and your families!

08/17/2026

It was a beautiful day for our Parish Mass and Picnic!☀️
Thank you to the Holy Name Society and all of the wonderful volunteers who helped to make the day such a special one. We are grateful for our SMOW community and everyone who makes our parish so special!

08/16/2026

Join us today for our annual parish picnic. Bring your chairs and picnic blankets and find a good spot. We recommend setting up a few minutes early so we can start mass promptly at 11:00am.

Festivities begin immediately following mass including water slides, bounce house, burgers, hot dogs and more!

Tickets can be purchased here https://events.org/e/2026-St-Mary-of-the-/2026%20Parish%20pcnic or at SMOW.org

08/15/2026

Today we celebrate the Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary, the day we honor Mary being taken body and soul into Heaven.
May Mary’s faith inspire us to trust God more fully and follow where He leads.
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us!

Address

6955 N Hiawatha Avenue
Chicago, IL
60646

Telephone

(773) 763-0206

Website

http://www.smow.org/

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