Blood Drive

Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus and held quarterly.

Grief Support Ministry

This ministry assists people who are mourning the death of a loved one or friend and seeking to celebrate their life with dignity and respect. Providing genuine concern and faith-filled support for the survivor. Facilitators use the Seasons of Hope program. Meetings are typically held one Tuesday a month from 6:30pm-8:00pm. The sessions encourage participants with lessons from Christ about loss, using Scripture, prayer, offering reflection, activities and faith sharing.

Contact: Deacon Dan Aderholdt, 630-234-8704

Military Ministry

Prays for and supports parishioners with a family member or relative currently in the armed services, military academy, or R.O.T.C. program.

Contact: Anne Sambo, or 630-202-4766

Ministers of Care/Nursing Home Ministry

This ministry offers Christ’s presence and that of the St. Michael community by providing spiritual support to the elderly, shut-ins, and those recuperating from hospital stays. A trained Minister of Care is assigned to each parishioner in need, bringing the Eucharist and offering prayers and support for their well-being through listening, presence and friendship.

Prayer Shawl Ministry

THROUGH THE WORK OF OUR HANDS! Several parishioners gather the third Saturday of each month to knit or crochet prayer shawls. These shawls are prayed over as they are being made, and one of our priests or deacons blesses them when completed. They are given freely as a gift to anyone in need, both in our parish family and in the greater community. We offer three sizes: adult, baby and bookmark, and all are available for pick-up in the parish office. The Prayer Shawl Ministry is open to everyone, and we have several members who can assist those who are new to the craft.

Contact: Barb Loiacono or Kathy Klawitter, 630-665-2250