BEEN GIVENus, - Old St. Patrick's Church

COMMUNITY FAITH FORMATION
ACCESSIBILITY AND GENERAL INFORMATION
For your comfort and convenience . . .
EXIT
The rest rooms are located on the lower level of the
church, at the foot of the north stairwell, in the foyer of the
church hall, and at the west side of the hall. The hall may
be reached via the north stairwell, or the elevator in the
north tower only. The balcony can be accessed by using
either the north or south stairwell.
In consideration for all, please put all cell phones and
beepers on silent mode as we begin Mass.
If you have difficulty approaching the altar for Holy
Communion, please tell an usher, and Communion will be
brought to you.
Non-Gluten Hosts Available at all Masses
Non-gluten hosts are available for those who, for health
reasons, cannot receive the regular Communion host. If
you would like to receive a non-gluten host, please inform
the Mass coordinator, before Mass begins, that you would
like to receive a non-gluten host. At Communion, please
identify yourself to the presider as the person to receive
the non-gluten host.
Braille and large print worship aids are available for your
convenience. Please ask an Usher if you would like to use
one of these items.
We do have a small lift, without stairs, for access to the
church and hall. The entrance is on Des Plaines Street,
through the gate just north of the main church steps.
If you need a hearing device, please ask an usher.
A sign language interpreter will be available at the 5 p.m.
Mass every Sunday. Please sit in the second or third
pews on the Joseph side of the altar if you would like to
utilize this service.
In case of an emergency, please exit the church through
the three sets of double doors located in the rear of the
church or by the exit door located behind the
Altar screen.
If there is anyway we can be of better service, please let us know.
FAMILY MINISTRY SERVICES AND PROGRAMS
The Adoption Group
The purpose of the Adoption Group is to provide a supportive
social network for adoptive families.
Nursery Service
Nursery service is available during the 9:30 and 11:15 a.m. Masses
in The Frances Xavier Warde School building. Enter the school on
Des Plaines Street.
The Baptismal Program and Schedule
The Baptismal Program offers educational opportunities for
parents. To schedule a baptism, please contact Betty O’Toole,
baptism scheduler, at bettyo@oldstpats.org or 312.798.2366.
Family Choir
The Family Choir is open to family members who would like to
share their talents. For more information, please contact Laura
Higgins, assistant music director, Old St. Pat’s at 312.798.2342, or
laurah@oldstpats.org.
S.P.O.K.E.S.
St. Pat’s Opportunities for Kids to Experience Service
Inspired by Old St. Pat’s Outreach, S.P.O.K.E.S. was formed to
introduce our children to outreach projects in which they can feel
they have made a difference to others.
Moms And Tots Group
The Moms and Tots Group meets twice a month during the day.
Suggested for newborns through ages three. For more details,
please contact Katy Cannizzaro at 312.563.1440, or
katy@leisurecorptravel.com.
Parents and Tots Group
The Parents and Tots Group is open to moms and/or dads and
meets on the first Sunday of each month from 10:30-11:30 a.m. in
The Frances Xavier Warde School, room #14, Old St. Pat’s campus.
Suggested for newborns through age three. For more information,
please contact Tracy Maddaloni at 312.316.5310, or tracy@zito.net
We hope to see you and your little one there!
Inclusion and Accessibility Statement
Old St. Patrick’s Church celebrates the goodness of life by continually creating an experience of hospitality, friendship, prayer, and service
that responds to all human needs.
It is our intention to make every activity and event accessible and inclusive. If you should ever encounter a barrier blocking or impeding
your worship at Old St. Patrick’s Church, please contact Bridget Evers at 312.831.9368.
Please visit our Web site and the online gift shop at www.oldstpats.org.
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