St. Mary of the Woods, 7033 N. Moselle Ave., held an Advent wreath making party after the evening Mass on Nov. 30, 2019. The event was sponsored by the parish family association and included a pizza party and wreath blessing. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
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St. Mary of the Woods teaches families how to make Advent wreaths
By Karen Callaway | Chicago Catholic
Dec 3, 2019 10:57:00 PM
St. Mary of the Woods hosts Advent wreath making party for parents
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