Wheaton Franciscans

The Way of the Heart — A Lenten Program
2026-02-24 09:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Tau Center, 26W171 Roosevelt Road, Wheaton, Illinois, 60187, United States
Let us take some time this Lent to enjoy the spirituality of the desert fathers and mothers. We will use the short book, The Way of the Heart, by Henri Nouwen, as our guide. This program includes three in-person sessions as well as two short recorded videos to bookend the series.

The in-person sessions are every two weeks on the following Tuesdays, from 9am to 11:30am: February 24, March 10, and March 24, 2026.

Each session will explore a section of the book, starting with solitude, then silence, and finally prayer. Additionally, time will be allotted for experiencing these spiritual disciplines as well as some guided (optional) small group sharing. Participants are asked to secure a copy of the book The Way of the Heart, by Henri Nouwen.

Registration is requested by February 9, 2026. Visit our event site

1st Sunday of Lent - 2.22.26
2026-02-22 10:30 - 11:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States
Every Sunday, we gather together in community for Eucharist in Our Lady of the Angels chapel. For those unable to attend in person, you can attend the weekly livestream on our YouTube Channel. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel and select the bell icon to receive notifications when the Wheaton Franciscans go live!

You will also find the corresponding Mass Sheet in the description of the livestream video.

Chapel Information

We ask all participants to be vaccinated and boosted to the extent possible.

If you are feeling ill, please join us through Livestream

Please continue to stay connected with us through this newsletter and Livestream.

Announcements and schedule changes are listed on our website and we encourage you to frequent our Events Calendar for current event information.

Ash Wednesday Mass and the Feast of the Restoration of Mother M. Clara
2026-02-18 08:30 - 09:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States
The season of Lent guides us as we are Transformed Through Hope. For those unable to attend in person, you can attend the weekly livestream on our YouTube Channel.

Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel and select the bell icon to receive notifications when the Wheaton Franciscans go live!

You will also find the corresponding Mass Sheet in the description of the livestream video.

Chapel Information

We ask all participants to be vaccinated and boosted to the extent possible.

If you are feeling ill, please join us through Livestream

Please continue to stay connected with us through this newsletter and Livestream.

Announcements and schedule changes are listed on our website and we encourage you to frequent our Events Calendar for current event information.

Sunday Mass - 2.15.26
2026-02-15 10:30 - 11:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States

Sunday Mass - 2.8.26
2026-02-08 10:30 - 11:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States

Sunday Mass - 2.1.26
2026-02-01 10:30 - 11:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States

Sunday Mass - 1.25.26
2026-01-25 10:30 - 11:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States

Sunday Mass - 1.18.26
2026-01-18 10:30 - 11:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States

Sunday Mass - 1.11.26
2026-01-11 10:30 - 11:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States

Sunday Mass - 1.4.26
2026-01-04 10:30 - 11:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States

New Year's Day Mass 2026
2026-01-01 10:30 - 11:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States
Happy New Year! We usher in the year together in worship and faith with the Eucharist at Our Lady of the Angels Chapel.

For those unable to attend in person, you can attend the weekly livestream on our YouTube Channel. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel and select the bell icon to receive notifications when the Wheaton Franciscans go live!

You will also find the corresponding Mass Sheet in the description of the livestream video.

Chapel Information

We ask all participants to be vaccinated and boosted to the extent possible.

If you are feeling ill, please join us through Livestream

Please continue to stay connected with us through this newsletter and Livestream.

Announcements and schedule changes are listed on our website and we encourage you to frequent our Events Calendar for current event information.

Christmas Day Mass 2025
2025-12-25 10:30 - 11:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States
Come celebrate Christmas in Our Lady of the Angels chapel!

For those unable to attend in person, you can attend the livestream on our YouTube Channel. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel and select the bell icon to receive notifications when the Wheaton Franciscans go live!

You will also find the corresponding Mass Sheet in the description of the livestream video.

Chapel Information

We ask all participants to be vaccinated and boosted to the extent possible.

If you are feeling ill, please join us through Livestream

Please continue to stay connected with us through this newsletter and Livestream.

Announcements and schedule changes are listed on our website and we encourage you to frequent our Events Calendar for current event information.

Christmas Eve Mass 2025
2025-12-24 15:15 - 17:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States
Celebrate the pinnacle of the Christmas season with the Wheaton Franciscans in Our Lady of the Angels Chapel!

The Christmas Eve Prelude begins at 3:30 p.m.

Christmas Eve Mass begins at 4:00 p.m.

For those unable to attend in person, you can attend the weekly livestream on our YouTube Channel. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel and select the bell icon to receive notifications when the Wheaton Franciscans go live!

You will also find the corresponding Mass Sheet in the description of the livestream video.

Chapel Information

We ask all participants to be vaccinated and boosted to the extent possible.

If you are feeling ill, please join us through Livestream

Please continue to stay connected with us through this newsletter and Livestream.

Announcements and schedule changes are listed on our website and we encourage you to frequent our Events Calendar for current event information.

Advent Sunday Mass - 12.21.25
2025-12-21 10:30 - 11:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States
Every Sunday, we gather together in community for Eucharist in Our Lady of the Angels chapel. Our focus for Advent through Epiphany is Journey Together: Called to BE Peace. Thank you for joining us on the Advent/Christmas Journey Together: Called to BE Peace. May your Advent and Christmas season be a source of strength as we honor our collective call to “increase and abound in love for one another and for all…” (1Thessians: 3:12).

For those unable to attend in person, you can attend the weekly livestream on our YouTube Channel. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel and select the bell icon to receive notifications when the Wheaton Franciscans go live!

You will also find the corresponding Mass Sheet in the description of the livestream video.

Chapel Information

We ask all participants to be vaccinated and boosted to the extent possible.

If you are feeling ill, please join us through Livestream

Please continue to stay connected with us through this newsletter and Livestream.

Announcements and schedule changes are listed on our website and we encourage you to frequent our Events Calendar for current event information.

Advent Sunday Mass - 12.14.25
2025-12-14 10:30 - 11:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States

Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe - 12.12.25
2025-12-12 08:30 - 09:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States
Join us in Our Lady of the Angels Chapel as we celebrate the Feast Day of Our Lady of Guadalupe!

For those unable to attend in person, you can attend the weekly livestream on our YouTube Channel. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel and select the bell icon to receive notifications when the Wheaton Franciscans go live!

You will also find the corresponding Mass Sheet in the description of the livestream video.

Chapel Information

We ask all participants to be vaccinated and boosted to the extent possible.

If you are feeling ill, please join us through Livestream

Please continue to stay connected with us through this newsletter and Livestream.

Announcements and schedule changes are listed on our website and we encourage you to frequent our Events Calendar for current event information.

Feast of Immaculate Conception - 12.08.25
2025-12-08 08:30 - 09:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States
Celebrate the Feast Day of the Immaculate Conception!

Every December 8th, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception celebrates the belief in the sinless lifespan of Mary, the Mother of God.

For those unable to attend in person, you can attend the weekly livestream on our YouTube Channel. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel and select the bell icon to receive notifications when the Wheaton Franciscans go live!

You will also find the corresponding Mass Sheet in the description of the livestream video.

Chapel Information

We ask all participants to be vaccinated and boosted to the extent possible.

If you are feeling ill, please join us through Livestream

Please continue to stay connected with us through this newsletter and Livestream.

Announcements and schedule changes are listed on our website and we encourage you to frequent our Events Calendar for current event information.

Coffee and...
2025-12-07 11:30 - 12:30, 2025-11-02 11:30 - 12:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States
Join us for Coffee and… in the Promenade after 10:30 a.m. Mass. There will be coffee, treats, and other refreshments available to enjoy while gathering with everyone in fellowship. We hope to see you there!

Please Remember

We ask all participants to be vaccinated and boosted to the extent possible.

If you are feeling ill, please refrain from joining us this month.

Please stay connected with us through our Newsletter, website, and social media.

Stay connected through our weekly newsletter, which includes any updates and changes.

Advent Sunday Mass - 12.7.25
2025-12-07 10:30 - 11:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States
Every Sunday, we gather together in community for the Eucharist in Our Lady of the Angels chapel. Our focus for Advent through Epiphany is Journey Together: Called to BE Peace. Thank you for joining us on the Advent/Christmas Journey Together: Called to BE Peace. May your Advent and Christmas season be a source of strength as we honor our collective call to “increase and abound in love for one another and for all…” (1Thessians: 3:12).

For those unable to attend in person, you can attend the weekly livestream on our YouTube Channel. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel and select the bell icon to receive notifications when the Wheaton Franciscans go live!

You will also find the corresponding Mass Sheet in the description of the livestream video.

Chapel Information

We ask all participants to be vaccinated and boosted to the extent possible.

If you are feeling ill, please join us through Livestream

Please continue to stay connected with us through this newsletter and Livestream.

Announcements and schedule changes are listed on our website and we encourage you to frequent our Events Calendar for current event information.

Feast of Wreck of the Deutschland & Anniversary of Mother Clara's Birth - 12.06.25
2025-12-06 10:30 - 11:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States
Join us today as we remember the Wreck of the Deutschland off the coast of England and the loss of the five courageous Sisters who left their motherhouse in Salzkotten, Germany, to lead the new American Province.

We also commemorate the birth anniversary of our foundress, Mother Clara Pfaender. We give thanks for the courage and strength of these women.

For those unable to attend in person, you can attend the weekly livestream on our YouTube Channel. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel and select the bell icon to receive notifications when the Wheaton Franciscans go live!

You will also find the corresponding Mass Sheet in the description of the livestream video.

Chapel Information

We ask all participants to be vaccinated and boosted to the extent possible.

If you are feeling ill, please join us through Livestream

Please continue to stay connected with us through this newsletter and Livestream.

Announcements and schedule changes are listed on our website and we encourage you to frequent our Events Calendar for current event information.

Advent Sunday Mass - 11.30.25
2025-11-30 10:30 - 11:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States

Thanksgiving Mass - 11.27.25
2025-11-27 10:30 - 11:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States
This Thanksgiving, we invite you to gather together in gratitude for the Eucharist at Our Lady of the Angels chapel.

For those unable to attend in person, you can attend the weekly livestream on our YouTube Channel. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel and select the bell icon to receive notifications when the Wheaton Franciscans go live!

You will also find the corresponding Mass Sheet in the description of the livestream video.

Chapel Information

We ask all participants to be vaccinated and boosted to the extent possible.

If you are feeling ill, please join us through Livestream

Please continue to stay connected with us through this newsletter and Livestream.

Announcements and schedule changes are listed on our website and we encourage you to frequent our Events Calendar for current event information.

Sunday Mass - 11.23.25
2025-11-23 10:30 - 11:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States

Walking In Faith-Community Connections Series: Zoom Session
2025-11-19 18:30 - 20:30 | IL
Echoes of the Land: In Gratitude for the Heritage of Our Land

This first session of the Walking in Faith-Community Connection Series, Echoes of the Land, traces the heritage of the land entrusted to the Wheaton Franciscans and explores land justice as religious communities make decisions about their legacies. Sister Beatrice Hernandez will offer input and insights. Together, we will explore the importance of understanding justice issues when considering the future of the lands entrusted to us.

Registration is required. This session will be held over Zoom only.

To register for the Zoom session:

Wheaton Franciscan Zoom Event Registration for Walking in Faith Community Connection Series,

Fill out the Zoom registration no later than Tuesday, November 18, 2025

Have questions? Please email us at programs@wfsisters.org

Walking In Faith-Community Connections Series: In-Person Session
2025-11-16 13:30 - 15:30 | The Wheaton Franciscans, 26w171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #5, WHEATON, Illinois, 60187, United States
Echoes of the Land: In Gratitude for the Heritage of Our Land

This first session of the Walking in Faith-Community Connection Series, Echoes of the Land, traces the heritage of the land entrusted to the Wheaton Franciscans and explores land justice as religious communities make decisions about their legacies. Sister Beatrice Hernandez will offer input and insights. Together, we will explore the importance of understanding justice issues when considering the future of the lands entrusted to us.

Registration is required. This session will be held in the Jubilee Room.

To register for the In-Person session:

Wheaton Franciscan Event Registration for Walking in Faith-Community Connection Series

Fill out the registration form no later than Wednesday, November 12

Have questions? Please email us at programs@wfsisters.org

Sunday Mass - 11.16.25
2025-11-16 10:30 - 11:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States
Every Sunday, we gather together in community for Eucharist in Our Lady of the Angels chapel. For those unable to attend in person, you can attend the weekly livestream on our YouTube Channel. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel and select the bell icon to receive notifications when the Wheaton Franciscans go live!

You will also find the corresponding Mass Sheet in the description of the livestream video.

We are hosting a Food Drive for families in need this Thanksgiving. Please donate the non-perishable items listed on the second page of our flyer; we are also accepting cash donations, as well as $25.00 gift cards to Aldi & Jewel-Osco.

Collection Dates

Sunday, November 9 and Sunday, November 16, 2025

Before & after mass until 12:30 p.m.

Drive-up from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Please use Entrance 7

Monday, November 10 through Friday, November 14, 2025.

Items can be dropped off at Entrance 5

9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. / 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Doors closed from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Chapel Information

We ask all participants to be vaccinated and boosted to the extent possible.

If you are feeling ill, please join us through Livestream

Please continue to stay connected with us through this newsletter and Livestream.

Announcements and schedule changes are listed on our website and we encourage you to frequent our Events Calendar for current event information.

Thanksgiving Food Drive: Nov 9 - Nov 16, 2025
2025-11-16 10:00 - 12:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States
To help patrons of the Neighborhood Food Pantry prepare Thanksgiving dinner, the Invitational Church Circle of the Wheaton Franciscan and IBVM Communities asks that you fill a paper or reusable grocery bag, or box with non-perishable items traditionally used at Thanksgiving.

Please use the list from the flyer

Drop Off Information

Sunday, November 9, 2025

Our Lady of the Angels Chapel before and after mass (Entrance #7)

Drive-up drop off from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Monday, Nov 10 – Friday, Nov 14, 2025

Bring donations to Entrance #5

Drop off times: 9:00 -11:30 a.m. & 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Other Ways To Donate

We are also accepting $25.00 gift cards for Aldi and Jewel/Osco or cash to assist families with buying perishable items.

For The Thanksgiving Bags

Please use items specified on the shopping lists

For the lists, print the Food Drive Flyer

If you miss our drop off dates:Visit https://www.neighborhoodfp.org/our-pantry-locations for a Neighborhood Food Pantry location near you.

Taizé - Nov 2025
2025-11-14 19:00 - 20:00 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States
Please join us for Taizé Prayer at Our Lady of the Angels Chapel, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd, Wheaton, IL, Entrance #7.

For those unable to attend in person, you can attend the livestream on our YouTube Channel.

Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel and select the bell icon to receive notifications when the Wheaton Franciscans go live!

You will also find the corresponding Mass Sheet in the description of the livestream video.

Taizé is a distinctive style of meditative prayer developed by an ecumenical community of monks in rural France. It is characterized by contemplative music with repetitive singing of simple harmonized tunes, interspersed with periods of silence, simple readings, prayers, and intercessions.

Chapel Information

We ask all participants to be vaccinated and boosted to the extent possible.

If you are feeling ill, please join us through Livestream

Please continue to stay connected with us through this newsletter and Livestream.

Announcements and schedule changes are listed on our website and we encourage you to frequent our Events Calendar for current event information.

Sunday Mass -11.9.25
2025-11-09 10:30 - 11:30 | Wheaton Franciscans, 26W171 Roosevelt Rd - Entrance #7, Wheaton, IL, 60187-6002, United States
