Bishop Hicks reflects on the Gospel of Luke and shares how today’s parable was his inspiration for our 2025 CMAA theme Open Your Heart to God’s Goodness. 

Three weeks after Autumn was born in 2018, she was diagnosed with Down syndrome. Autumn and her parents, Joe and Lydia, are blessed to be among the nearly 2,000 people annually that participate in the disABILITIES Ministry, which fosters inclusion and guides this beautiful group of parishioners through sacramental preparation.

Stephen, a Catholic Charities client, tells how the Kathy Paulsen Hope House lifted a heavy burden off his shoulders by giving him a place to lay his head at night and food on the table. As a result, Stephen was able to get a fresh start. 

A record 1,200 teens from around the Diocese of Joliet gathered for Youth Day at Lewis University in Romeoville to praise and worship Jesus with their peers. As part of a three-year plan supported by Bishop Hicks and the Diocese, plans are in motion for a weekend-long retreat this summer! 

Theology on Tap is an evening for young adults in the Diocese of Joliet to enjoy speakers and connect with like-minded friends who are living their faith and to share about their lives with Jesus. 

The Called by Name conference invites nearly 800 junior high students across the Diocese to explore the Catholic vocations of priesthood, marriage, religious life, and single life through music, dynamic guest speakers, and Eucharistic adoration.