St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church

05/18/2026

We will be celebrating the life of longtime parishioner, Mary Abbott, tomorrow with Visitation at 9:30am and a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30am on May 19th. This Mass will be livestreamed for those who cannot attend in person. Please reach out to the Parish Office with any questions. Click on this link to join us tomorrow: https://youtube.com/live/SQsgfzSyXbY

Obituary: https://fredcdames.com/tribute/details/10044/Mary-Abbott/obituary.html -start

Mary Theresa Abbott (Dunne), age 82, of Shorewood, passed away peacefully, Friday, May 15, 2026, with her loving family by her side. Born August 26, 1943, in Glinsk, County Galway, Ireland, she was the daughter of Peter and Ellen (Dowd) Dunne. Surviving are her beloved husband of 58 years, William J...

05/01/2026

We can't wait to see everyone tomorrow at the Gifts for Mom Spring Craft Fair from 10am - 4pm! So many special offerings for that special mom in your life. Get your gifts for mom a little earlier than last year. ;)

04/29/2026

Join us this weekend at our Gifts for Mom Spring Craft Fair! Mother's Day is fast approaching; get your mom something special this year. Below is information for the local crafters we will be hosting. Please call the Parish Office with any questions: (815) 609-8077.

Mary Me Studio ~ Catholic Jewelry & Goods
Handmade Wooden Crafts by John Powers ~ Bowls, Pens, & Wine Stoppers
Sharing Joy Bracelets ~ Bead Bracelets including Rosary Bracelets & other Charms
Hand Made Crafts ~ Cross Stitched Mother's Day Cards & More
Crochet by Heart ~ Handmade Crochet Jewelry
Felted Vines ~ Handmade Flowers, Floral Arrangements, & More
Happy Crafting ~ Deco Mesh Wreaths & Smashed Cans

04/14/2026

We're going to Mundelein Seminary this Saturday and we're inviting young men (grades 7-10) to join us for a day of prayer, touring the seminary, and games. Join our Joliet Seminarians at Mundelein to learn more about what the seminary is like and hear their stories. The event is 10am to 5pm. Lunch is provided. We hope to see you there! The event cost is $10.

Register here!
https://forms.office.com/r/6wcUQNGhyR?origin=lprLink

04/11/2026

Come and join us this Divine Mercy Sunday and help those in need!

04/05/2026

Happy Easter, He is risen! "For they did not yet understand the Scripture
that he had to rise from the dead." - John 20:9 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/040526.cfm

04/04/2026

Due to the inclement weather we are rescheduling our annual Easter Egg Hunt to Sunday, April 19th at 12:15pm, directly following Family Formation. The Basket Blessing of foods is still being held at 12pm today! Please contact the Parish Office with any questions or concerns. Have a blessed Easter!

02/23/2026

Our online auction for the 2026 St. Patrick’s Day Fundraiser is live! Please share this information with your friends and family. Check it out and let the bidding begin!! (Click on the image below.)

Silent auction 'Online Auction for St. Patrick’s Fundraiser 2026' hosted online at 32auctions.

02/20/2026

Don't miss the Annual Mass for Persons with disABILITIES on Sunday, March 1st at 2:00 pm at Our Lady of Mercy parish in Aurora, IL! https://www.diojoliet.org/w/annual-mass-for-persons-with-disabilities

02/19/2026

Join us tomorrow night for the first Fish Fry of the Lenten season!

Enjoy some fish and fellowship! Pencil us in today!