Requests
On this page, you will find all the necessary information to request Mass Intentions and Sacramental Records easily and quickly. We have clear and efficient processes in place to ensure that your needs are addressed with diligence and care. Below are the details for each type of request, allowing you to access these important services from anywhere.
Mass Intentions
In our community, we understand the importance of offering intentions during Mass to express our petitions, thanks, and special remembrances. If you wish to request an intention to be included in our Masses, whether during the weekend or any day of the week, please follow these steps:
- Contact: Call our parish office at 773-280-7700 to register your intention. Our team is available to assist you and ensure that your request is processed properly.
- Types of Intentions: You can request intentions for various reasons, such as health, birthdays, or in memory of someone who has passed away, among others.
- Donation: A donation of $15 is requested for each intention. This contribution helps our parish continue its mission and maintain our activities.
- Advance Notice: To ensure that we can include your intention in the desired Mass, please make your request at least one week in advance. For example, if you want your intention considered for a Mass next Monday, you should contact us no later than the previous Saturday.
Sacramental records
For those in need of sacramental records such as baptism, first communion, or confirmation, we provide a streamlined process to assist you. Whether you are requesting a certificate from Saint Mary of the Lake or Our Lady of Lourdes, follow these steps to obtain your document:
- Contact: Call our parish office at 773-280-7700 or complete the online form to request the certificate you need.
- Information Required: Please provide the specific type of certificate you are requesting (baptism, first communion, confirmation, heritage), specify the church (Saint Mary of the Lake or Our Lady of Lourdes) and provide your name, date of birth, parents’ names, and a contact number. This information will enable us to locate your document effectively.
- Donation: A donation of $10 is requested for each certificate. This contribution supports the maintenance and operations of our parish.
- Processing Time: The processing time for certificate requests is approximately 5 to 7 days.
- Notification: Once your certificate is ready, our parish office will contact you to notify you. We will mail the certificate to you or you are welcome to pick it up from the parish office.