Pope Leo XIII, who hails from the city of Chicago, holds the distinction of being the very first Pope of American origin. Having been born in Chicago, he is a native son of the United States. This makes Pope Leo XIV the first American to ever ascend to the papacy. 

"Habemus Papam"

First Communion will be celebrated May 4, 2025, during the 11:30 am Mass. Please pray for and congratulate the children who are receiving their First Holy Communion: 
Marian, Finnian, McKenzie, Yeri, Dominic, Emilia, Zeke, Quinn, Sarah, Jorge, Trevor, Ava, Lazaro, Allie, Felix, Olivia, Theodore, Joshua, Filip, Alicia, Olivia, Lilia, and Ava.