After Cathy suffered several strokes confining her to a wheelchair and impairing her speech, we had to look for a new home to meet her needs. We found an adult community in Woodstock, Illinois called Serenity Creek.

We moved in August of 2006 and immediately started looking for a new parish. We were active in a variety of ministries over the years in a large north suburban Chicago parish.

We located the parish nearest our new home but found it to be unable to accommodate Cathy’s handicapped needs. Continuing our search, we discovered Resurrection Catholic Church on Country Club Road while out for an afternoon drive. The church stands alone in a beautiful forest setting. When we entered, we were greeted by a woman parishioner, who after hearing our story, offered to lead a communion service for us in the chapel. So began our love affair with Resurrection Catholic Church.

The following Saturday we decided to attend the 5:00 PM mass and misjudging the time and distance, we entered the church several minutes late. Father Glen Baptiste was beginning to process to the altar when he spotted us discretely trying to find a pew. He stopped, turned and smiling at us, offered his hand and a warm welcome. He then invited the congregation to come and meet the Halls. To our astonishment many, if not all, came to greet us. That day we knew the Holy Spirit had led us to a very special place.

The following Sunday we officially became new members of Resurrection Parish. The first Sunday of every month, with my assistance, Cathy serves Holy Communion at the 10:30 AM mass. Being a Eucharistic minister was something she dearly missed and through the inclusiveness of the parish it has been restored to her.

We have found a deeper spirituality and many good friends at Resurrection Catholic Church. It is a very special place in which to serve our risen Christ.

– Jim and Cathy Hall