It only takes a few extra minutes to pick up something to share with a neighbor in need. The ICSJ Thanksgiving Food Drive takes place this Saturday, November 14. Your donations will help stock local food pantries and provide much-needed food for families during the holidays and beyond. See what’s needed and get all the details. ▶ EASY DRIVE-THROUGH DROP-OFF: Our Knights of Columbus will be on hand to help collect donations. Just drive up, stay in your car, and let a Knight or fellow volunteer help unload.

An angel brings impossible news. A young woman says yes. And the God who scattered the stars is born in a stable. We’ve heard the story so often that we sometimes forget to be moved by it. This Advent, listen again, as if for the very first time, and dare to let it change the way you live. Get a first look at our Advent Journey, including our Advent Concert and Morning of Reflection..

Help Us Tell the Story of ICSJ! We’re putting together a small team of parishioner volunteers to help capture parish events and activities for our bulletin, website, and social media. Whether you use a camera or smartphone, we’d love to hear from you! Interested? Learn more here and complete our short interest form and share a few examples of your photography.

Join us after work for happy hour at Fireplace Inn (1448 N. Wells St.) on Wednesday, November 18, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. All young adults are welcome, so bring your friends. Hope to see you there! Learn more about our young adult ministry, Formed.

We’re sharing two important reports about life at ICSJ. Our 2025–2026 Parish Annual Report provides a look at our financial picture, while the Disciple Maker Index Survey results reveal what parishioners value most and where we have opportunities to grow. Together, they offer a clearer picture of where we stand today and what lies ahead.

▶ Read the 2025–2026 Parish Annual Report
▶ Explore the DMI Survey Results

Get a head start on your holiday decorating while supporting ICSJ School. Shop a beautiful selection of Christmas wreaths, centerpieces, and mini-trees from Mickman Brothers, shipped directly to your door or to family and friends. ICSJ School receives 15% of every purchase. Order by December 15. Shop the Christmas Greenery Sale — use Fundraising Code IMMACUIL002 — and help support our school.

ICSJ’s KnitWits Ministry creates handmade blankets, hats, and other items for children served by Children’s Place, offering warmth, comfort, and care. Whether you knit, crochet, or want to learn, you’re welcome to join! The next gathering is Monday, November 16, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the St. Joseph Community Room. Learn more or contact Kathy at kmustl@yahoo.com.

HighSight is looking for volunteer tutors to help local high school students succeed academically and prepare for college. Whether you’re good at math, science, English, history, or a foreign language, a little of your time and knowledge could make a lasting difference. Tutors needed Tuesday or Wednesday evenings at St. Mike’s in Old Town, 1711 N. Cleveland Avenue. Interested? Email dean.sullivan@highsight.org to learn more.