St. John XXIII is a vibrant parish where people of all ages can grow in knowledge, wisdom, and understanding of God and become reflections of Christ in all they do.

Lectures, conversations, retreats, and reflection opportunities are regularly sponsored by parish groups, with overall coordination by Karie Farrell, Director of Lifelong Faith Formation. We are also fortunate to be able to participate in public events sponsored by nearby institutions like Loyola University, DePaul University, Catholic Theological Union, and neighboring faith communities.

Check this page often for information about upcoming events and links to resources for adult faith enrichment. To have an event listed here, please contact Karie Farrell (kferrell@archchicago.org)

2023 Events

  • May 6:  A Tiny Retreat on St. Catherine of Siena
  • April 30:  Women in the Church: Past, Present, Future  with With Professor Mary Anne Case, JD.. Sponsored by Equality for Women in the Church.
  • April 26:  Parish Mission, part 3 : Serving Creation  (Sr. Pat Bergen, CSJ)
  • April 19:  Parish Mission, part 2 : Serving Humanity (Fr. Dan Hartnett)
  • April 12:  Parish Mission, part 1: Serving God (Fr. Dan Hartnett)
  • March 13: "The Significance of Our Lady of Guadalupe” by Dr. Chris Tirres (sponsored by the Knights of Columbus). Photo album.
  • March 11:  “The Transformative Power of Lent: a Morning of Reflection and Renewal”, led by Karie Ferrell, Director of Lifelong Faith Formation.
  • March 4:  Lenten Tiny Retreat, led by Sue Garthwaite (“Women Doctors of the Church”).
  • February 4:  The Letter viewing and conversation (sponsored by the Laudato Si’ Ministry). If you missed it, you can still watch the film online.
  • January 29:  "Women and Vatican II” presentation by Dr. Susan Ross (sponsored by Equality for Women in the Church).
  • January 14:  Tiny Retreat, led by Sue Garthwaite (on “Hope”). Photo album.

Additional Resources

Hank Center for the Catholic Intellectual Heritage (Loyola University)
Center for World Catholicism & Intercultural Theology (DePaul University)
Learn@CTU (Catholic Theological Union)