St. Mary’s Men’s Group strengthens the faith through real discussions centered on the life-affirming message of Jesus Christ in our Catholic tradition. Experience true friendship in a relaxed and welcoming environment. As iron sharpens iron, St. Mary’s Men’s Group challenges each other to reach their full potential so as to best Learn, Live and Lead.

LEARN

Men’s Group Study

Understanding the power and purpose of men. Together, St. Mary’s Men’s Group gathers in a relaxed and casual setting to dive deeper into our faith to better understand what it means to be a Catholic man in today’s world. The topics vary each gathering, but the discussion is always “real” and engaging. As we, as Catholic men, embrace our call to pursue heroic virtue, we become better husband, fathers and leaders.

“Iron is sharpened by iron; one person sharpens another.” – Proverbs 27:17

LIVE

Men’s Group Social

Good times and laughter. The St. Mary’s Men’s Group social gatherings are a chance to hang out, relax and let off some steam. Activities vary and are an opportunity to interact with other guys in the parish.

“I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and your joy may be complete.” – John 15:11

LEAD

Men’s Group Fraternity

St. Mary’s Men’s Group welcomes men of all ages to be committed disciples of Jesus Christ and better husbands, fathers and men in their local community. Through interactions with other believers, and through developing a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, St. Mary’s Men’s Group equips men with the spiritual confidence and initiative to continue to grow in their journey of faith. In turn, when Jesus is the center of all we do, men are better fathers, husband, and leaders – in the home, in the parish and in the community.

“Hear, my son, and receive my words, and the years of your life shall be many. On the way of wisdom I direct you, I lead you on straight paths.” – Proverbs 2:10-11

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St. Mary’s Men’s Group

You have a place in the greatest love story of all time. Are you ready to discover it?

You were made for communion.  You were made for love.  You were made for more.

In The Stations of the Eucharist, Father Jonathan Meyer leads you on a transformative journey through fourteen stations from Scripture which unveils the beauty, power, and intimacy of the Eucharist. From Genesis to Revelation, you will discover a God who has been patiently and passionately revealing His heart to humanity—and to you.

Inspired by the timeless practice of Stations of the Cross, this study will bring the Scriptures to life, immerse you in the story of salvation history, and invite you to consider the sacrifice of Jesus Christ like never before. It will open your eyes to amazing spiritual insights. It will also reshape the way you see your entire life.

As you journey through these Stations, something wonderful will happen. You will come to know the vastness of God’s love for you. You will feel that love deep in your bones. You will become convinced that God is still writing the greatest love story of all time—and you are part of it.

This Men’s Group gathering begins in the fall, full schedule below. Purchase of the book is recommended and is available here online. Advance registration is required to purchase study materials through St Mary of Gostyn. (Indicate in the “Comments” section if you would like The Stations of the Eucharist book. You may either pay at the first session with cash/check or pay online with credit card. After completing the registration form, below, you will be directed to online payment option. To use a credit card, click on the yellow PayPal bar. It will allow you to use your debit or credit card, even if you do not have a PayPal account, simply checkout as a guest.)

Questions or need more information? Contact the Parish Office at (630) 969-1063.

Mondays @ 7:00pm. Interested? Register below.

“Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world.” (John 1:29b)

Thank you.

Online purchase is available. After submitting this registration form, you will be directed to an online payment option. If you wish to purchase materials online, you may do so with a credit card. When you are at the payment option, click the yellow PayPal bar. (Even if you do not have PayPal- it’s the ‘vehicle’ that St. Mary’s uses to collect credit card payments.) Once you click the PayPal (NOT PayPal Credit) it allows you to click ‘pay with debit or credit card’. The other option is to pay with a check at our first session.  Either way, once you register, and indicate you wish for a book, materials ready for you at the first session. Thank you!

Fall 2026 Schedule

  • August 24–Station 1: The Sacrifice of Abel & Station 2: The Offering of Melchizedek

  • August 31–Station 3: The Sacrifice of Abraham & Station 4: The Jewish Passover

  • September 7–Labor Day–No Gathering

  • September 14–Station 5: The Manna from Heaven & Station 6: The Ark of the Covenant

  • September 21–Station 7: Bethlehem: House of Bread & Station 8: John the Baptist Points to the Lamb of God

  • September 28–Bears Monday Night Game–Social Gathering

  • October 5–Station 9: The Wedding Feast at Cana & Station 10: Multiplication of the Loaves

  • October 12–Columbus Day–No Gathering

  • October 19–Station 11: The Bread of Life Discourse & Station 12: The Last Supper

  • October 26–Station 13: The Road to Emmaus & Station 14: The Wedding Feast of the Lamb

  • November 2–Bears Monday Night Game–Social Gathering