The Phoenix has long been a symbol of new life rising from the ashes of death. This symbol was memorialized in the restoration of the Kelly Hall YMCA mural, blessed by Bishop Bob on December 3rd. At a location that is known for tragedy, heartbreak, and death, there is now the story of new life…
Author: Franciscans of the Eucharist
Good Morning America!
We are grateful to have been recently featured on a Good Morning America segment highlighting our work helping to provide food for those in need. You can find the replay here: https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/living/video/millennial-nuns-helping-fight-hunger-chicago-105544646 Visit https://www.missionola.com/ to learn more about our apostolic outreaches and ways to get involved or help support the Mission!
Mary, Woman of the Eucharist
Sr. Alicia was recently featured on the Inner Life Show on Relevant Radio to speak about Our Lady and the Eucharist! Catch the replay of the episode here: https://omny.fm/shows/the-inner-life/mary-woman-of-the-eucharist-w-sr-alicia-torres-fe
Thanksgiving Highlights 2023
Here at the Mission of Our Lady of the Angels, we celebrated another record-breaking Thanksgiving this year! On the Saturday before Thanksgiving we hosted our annual Thanksgiving Prayer Brunch for about 350 neighbors. This event includes gathering in the Church for beautiful music provided by our friends from Morton Apostolic Christian Church in Peoria and…
FE Reflections: A Pilgrimage to the Holy Land
Reflection by Sr. Jaime Mitchell In early September, I had the privilege and honor to make a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. Reflecting on that time abroad, I cannot thank God enough for His providence and protection. Please pray for peace and an end to violence in the region, for all those who have died,…
The World Is Not Our Home
Sr. Alicia recently joined Jeff Cavins to discuss the Exile Period on his Bible Timeline Show. You can catch the episode below. Enjoy!
FE Reflection: Our Beloved Erika
In honor of All Souls Day and the month of November, please enjoy the following reflection by Sr. Alicia on the life and legacy of one of our beloved senior citizens, Erika, who passed away last year: “She’s been waiting for you,” her daughter smiled as she opened the door of the cozy Chicago bungalow….
Team OLA – 2023 Marathon Highlights
Another Bank of America Chicago Marathon success! We are so grateful to our team of ~150 runners and over 2,000 individual donors who helped to fundraise $280K (and climbing!) to support the apostolic outreach of our community. Here is a highlight tour of this important (and inspiring!) annual fundraising effort. First- recruitment! Sr. Stephanie works…