Rising out of what was “a prairie wasteland” near Glenview Naval Air Station, this parish’s second church building, pie-shaped and modern, designed by architect Joseph Bennett, was dedicated in 1969.

Full of light from clear and stained glass windows, recent renovations have enhanced its comfort and beauty.

The parish is named for the Daughter of Charity who was given the Miraculous Medal in 1830 by the Blessed Mother. Situated on 16 spacious acres of land, parishioners also make the most of their outdoors with benches surrounding a pro-life memorial garden as well as other garden areas.

A new pre-school will be a welcome additon to their flourishing current K-8 program this fall.

The parish’s spiritual life includes 25 years of Christ Renews His Parish as well as a perpetual adoration chapel.

Pastor: Father James P. Murphy
Masses: Saturdays 5 p.m../ Sundays 8, 9:30, 11 a.m.; 6 p.m. in Spanish.
Parish founded: 1960
Phone: (847) 729-1414
Air conditioned: yes

Photo by sandy Bertog