Circles are smaller groups within the Guild named after saints and organized around the special interests of their members.

Today, women of the parish are invited to join a Circle that best reflects their interests.

Circle may have a unique focus and can meet with varying frequencies and times to accommodate its members better.  To learn more about joining a Circle,

please reach out to our Membership Vice President, Bernadett Delise.

St. Agnes Circle

St. Agnes circle was established in 2019 and was started by women who have belonged to the parish for several years, but were not currently in a Circle. Many of us have been in a Circle in the past and are eager to get involved again now that we have more time to devote to charitable work. Our common goals are to share life’s experiences, serve others, and grow in faith. Many of us volunteer with Catholic Charities and Art Impact Project. St. Agnes usually has meetings monthly from September through May and are held at members' homes, annually at Deerpath Inn and at Guild events.

Emeritus Circle

St. Anne Circle

St. Anne circle is a group of women ages 60+, many with adult children and grandchildren. Monthly meetings are on the 3rd Tuesday in the Parish Center Living Room. St. Anne is a group of older women who are enthusiastic and caring. We are primarily interested in spiritual awareness, active support of our members, and outreach to appropriate charities.

Emeritus Circle

St. Anthony Circle

St. Anthony Circle is a group of women who are young at heart, many of whom are widowed. Our meetings consist of a short agenda followed by a nice luncheon. Each month members receive a newsletter with details on upcoming meetings. May is New Business Month when we decide on our charity gifts from the $20 dues. Monthly meetings on the 3rd Tuesday from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; No winter meetings; Regular meetings resume in May. We support the St. George Fund (for the parish needy) and Camp Hope. We have done field trips followed by lunch at a local restaurant.

Emeritus Circle

St. Bridget Circle

St. Bridget Circle is a group of approximately 40 women, most with grown children and some blessed with grandchildren. We gather to promote friendship, service, and spirituality. In addition to our Circle responsibilities to the Guild, St. Bridget’s is committed to the Wedding Ministry of The Church of St. Mary, Camp Hope, and the Catholic Charities Christmas Programs. Bridget meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month, 7 times a year. The meetings are held in members’ homes, and we do not meet January-March.

St. Catherine of Siena Circle

St. Catherine of Siena was established in 1988. The circle has monthly meetings at 7:00 p.m. from September through May, and meetings are held in members' homes. St. Catherine of Siena is interested in service, spirituality, and socialization. We support a variety of services by doing things like providing Halloween treat bags to the Soup Kitchen, helping with gift distribution at the Catholic Charities Christmas Gift Program, and baking cookies for the Senior Luncheon. We also have at least one spiritual and one social event each year.

St. Colette Circle

St. Colette was established in 2022 and meets monthly. St. Colette is comprised of mostly moms with preschool aged children, many going to the School of St. Mary preschool and PGC. Our focus is on Spiritual, Social, and Service events.

St. Elizabeth Circle

St. Elizabeth was established in 1997. St Elizabeth meets monthly, mostly in members' homes. St. Elizabeth is a spiritual, social, and philanthropic Circle. During our fall meeting, we will determine the goals of the group for the coming year. During the year, the group will typically try to identify one or two additional needs within the church.

St. Francis of Assisi Circle

St. Francis of Assisi was established in 1986. An active group of  women 60+ with adult children and grandchildren who are neighbors in the West Park area of Lake Forest. The Circle volunteers at Camp Hope and supports the Guild with special projects (Donut Sunday, Baking for different events, Funeral luncheons, Senior Luncheon) throughout the year.  At meetings the Circle hosts guests from the community and church. The Circle meets on the second Monday of the month at 1:00PM.

St. Genevieve Circle

St. Genevieve was established in 2000. St. Genevieve meets on the 3rd Wednesday of every month and is held in the Parish Conference Room. St. Genevieve is an active Circle focused on serving the church and community while developing spiritual and social relationships with one another. Our areas of service include lunch packing events to benefit the Roberti House, volunteering at Feed My Starving Children, and participation in Fill a Heart 4 Kids events. Our regular meetings include spiritual development, updates on our service projects, and fellowship. We plan a women's dinner/ speaker event each year, as well as two couple events and several family service events.

St. Gerard Circle

St. Gerad is a diverse group of women with grown children. St. Gerad usually meets on the 3rd Monday of each month. Meetings are held at 9 a.m. in members' homes St. Gerard is focused on motherhood, and our activities are centered on mothers and children in need. We are an outgoing and welcoming group of women who combine spirituality, service, and fellowship throughout the year. Some of the charities we support through our activities are The Holy Family Food Pantry in Waukegan, the Baby Shower for Aid for Women in Des Plaines and Gurnee, Camp Hope, Catholic Charities of Lake County, Kindred Meals for teen moms, and House of Peace.

St. Gianna Circle

Ladies of St. Gianna was established in 2016. Ladies of St. Gianna meet monthly during the evening of September through May. St. Gianna ladies are women with children in middle school, high school, and college. The circle enjoys supporting Camp Hope during the summer months, PADS, Fill-A-Heart, and other local charities that allow us to participate and serve as families alongside our circle members.

St. Gwendoline Circle

St. Gwendoline was established in 1999. St. Gwendoline meets monthly on every third Wednesday evening. St. Gwendoline will sometimes meet at local restaurants, attend some interesting events, go for a walk, or have a meeting at a member’s house. We are mothers of children who range from grade school to college-age. There are approximately six meetings a year; mostly in the evenings. In addition to Guild projects, we participate in the support of Fill a Heart 4 Kids and other volunteer opportunities. Traditional social activities include a fall cocktail party, couples’ paddle night, and a year-end dinner, in addition to some themed meetings designed around spiritual growth and fun activities.

Emeritus Circle

St. Jude Circle

St. Jude monthly meetings are held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month and are held at 11:30 a.m. in members’ homes. St. Jude is a charitable and social group of women. We support Catholic Charities and help with ongoing activities throughout the year as well as Camp Hope each summer. We have at least one yearly get together with our spouses, an annual Christmas Brunch, and also try to have a summer gathering. Our monthly meetings are casual at a member’s home or restaurant for special occasions. Some meetings have included guest speakers, book discussions, and trips to a basilica and a shrine.

St. Maria Goretti Circle

St. Maria Goretti was established in 2001. St. Maria Goretti typically meets on the 2nd Wednesday of every month, and meeting times and places will vary. St. Maria Goretti is a group of busy, energetic moms. We have a spiritual leader who leads us in prayer at every meeting. Our social chairs coordinate fun events in December and February and a gathering during the summer months. We try to focus on service projects that include our children. We have a Wine and Warmth party in February to help support a worthy cause and help with Camp Hope, Fill-A-Heart for Kids, PADs, and many other charitable causes.

St. Rita Circle

St. Rita was established in 2009. St. Rita usually meets every other month and not during the summer. Meetings are usually held at members' homes, and times may vary from afternoon to evening. St. Rita is focused on Spiritual growth, Social activities, and community Service. We enjoy holiday gatherings, a couples’ Mass, local service activities, Circle prayer intentions, and various other group events.