Category: Volunteer Opportunities

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 10:00 AM

Please join us on August 11, 2026 at 10:00 am in the St. Anne’s Room for the Planning Meeting for the 15th Annual Day of Faith and Service to bring Jesus to Others. 

Make a Difference Day is Saturday, October 17, 2026

New and past members are encouraged to join us in planning our day. Make a difference Day is a great opportunity for everyone to come together in loving service and fellowship.

To suggest or lead a project or to help with the planning, please contact Pam Angelus at 815-436-2651 x849 or email pangelus@smip.org

The Parish Garden is ready to start sharing! Starting on Sunday 7/19 the parish garden will be starting to share the variety of vegetables and herbs that we are growing this year. Please stop by the garden table located in the commons following Mass and every Sunday till the Garden closes.

When the Garden was started by Fr. John Regan in 2023, his goal along with the Garden Ministry team was the idea of sharing the produce. So, if you have vegetables or herbs that you would like to share please consider sharing with other parishioners at St. Mary’s. We would love to help you share your vegetables! Please drop off on Sunday mornings for the Garden Table.

In addition, we are looking for Parishioners who love to bake and would be willing to help donate to our garden table with some baked goodies for parishioners to purchase. If you have questions, please contact Robin Contreras at 815-814-8457 or rawc530@yahoo.com  or stop by the Garden Table to sign up for a date.

The young adults of St. Mary Immaculate are hosting a parish‑wide donation drive to support young adults who are rebuilding their lives. We’re collecting new household and hygiene essentials for survivors of human trafficking, exploitation, and homelessness as they begin a fresh chapter. Your contribution provides real help to those starting over. Your kindness today becomes someone’s stability tomorrow.

Donate at www.osvhub.com/smip/forms/hopeanddivinepurpose