Benvenuti nel santuario della Madonna di Pompei, a Chicago
Welcome to the Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii, Chicago
The oldest continuing Italian American church in Chicago, located on the west side in the heart of historic “Little Italy.”
As a Shrine we offer healing and hope, we ask for mercy and grace, and we preach the love of Jesus Christ to all like family, proudly celebrating our heritage and tradition. Here the restless seeking of the soul finds a safe place to explore its sacred journey.
Worship With Us
Mass Schedule
Sunday Masses
8:30 AM and 11:00 AM
Weekday Masses
6:00 PM Wednesdays
7:30 AM Saturdays
Holy Days of Obligation
12:00 (6:00 PM if Holy Day is a Wednesday)
Parking
For Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday Masses, parking without a residential permit is permitted on Lytle, from Lexington to Flournoy ( both sides of the street); Flournoy (from Loomis to Lytle – both sides of the street); and Lexington, (from Ada to Lytle – south side of street only); during Mass times.
Please check all parking signs as tickets will be issued in tow zones and fire hydrant areas. The Shrine is not responsible for payment of tickets.
Live Stream Mass
We are streaming the Sunday 11:00 AM Mass.
Happening at the Shrine
September Bulletin
lost child pilgrimage
Come to Mary’s House… A pilgrimage for All That Hold a Child Who Has Died
Saturday, October 17th, 2026 9am—3pm, registration starts at 8:15 am
A ecumenical pilgrimage for parents whose child has died.
For all who have mourned the death of an infant, grieved the loss of a child, despaired over the death of an adolescent, lamented the predeceasing of an adult child. Registration closes on October 4, 2026. Please click on the link below for more information or to complete registration. Thank You.
Blessing of the Animals
Blessing of the Animals
Sunday, October 4 at Arrigo Park (across the street from the Shrine) after the 11:00 a.m. Mass
I am convinced that most times we can only recognize “miracles” by looking back over our shoulders. It is when we look back at what we have come through that we can clearly see the loving hand of God.
The restoration of the Shrine began in December 2024, made possible through the generosity of our donors, the devotion of our community, and the vision of so many who believed that this sacred space could once again reveal its deeper spiritual identity.
Through this restoration, we sought not to erase history, but to recover the original voice of the structure—its simplicity and its strength. This has not simply been a renovation; it has been a renewal of purpose.
As we reflect on how far we have come, we are filled with gratitude for the many blessings—and yes, the miracles—that have made this journey possible.
This is why our Annual Appeal is so important.
The Annual Appeal is a vital part of keeping our incredible Shrine and its ministries alive and well for another year. As you probably know, we receive no operational financial assistance from the Archdiocese. We depend upon the generosity of people like you to preserve this sacred place and continue the ministries that welcome, inspire, and serve so many.
We are deeply grateful for your unwavering support through the years and for the role you have played in our shared journey. Your generosity has helped sustain the Shrine and has made it possible for countless pilgrims and visitors to pass through Mary’s doors and encounter a place of prayer, peace, and hope.
As we look toward the future, let us pledge ourselves to keep the Shrine open and strong, ready to embrace all pilgrims of faith who come seeking God’s presence.
It is our hope that the Shrine will continue to be a place where people are drawn to the mystery of God; where the call of God can be heard; and where we learn, together, to walk with one another all the way to God.
Please consider making a generous gift to our Annual Appeal 2026. Every gift, no matter the size, helps ensure that the Shrine and its ministries will remain strong for generations to come.
Thank you for your consideration and for being a cherished part of our Shrine Family. With heartfelt gratitude and blessings,
Rev. Richard N. Fragomeni, PhD Rector
PS For a gift of $500 or more, you will receive a memorial paver in our Garden of Remembrance.
CELEBRATE THE REOPENING OF
THE SHRINE OF OUR LADY OF POMPEII
Light a Virtual Candle
We invite you to ‘Light a Virtual Candle’ for your prayer intentions. We ask you to submit your intention(s) via the link below, and we will update the Virtual Candle Intentions page in a short period of time.
shining brightly campaign
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Volunteer at the Shrine
Food Drive
We’ve been given word that the food pantry at Our Lady of the Holy Family has been suspended for a few months due to outside renovation of the church. During this time, we will be collecting items on the second Sunday of each month, which will be sent to the Community of Sant’Edigio for distribution to the homeless throughout Chicago.
Our next collection dates are October 11 andNovember 8.
Please note the requested items differ from those on our regular list.
Requested items include:
Peanut butter or cheese crackers
Trail mix
Jerky or meat sticks
Granola or protein bars
Crackers/pretzels/chips and Lunch to Go Kits
Cookies
Fruit snacks
Candy (people sometimes use to regulate diabetes)
shrine renovation
Renovation Update
Please click on this link to see Shrine Renovation, 2025-2026 photos.
Please click on the You Tube link below to see the April, 20, 2025 – Easter Sunday installation of Relic of True Cross in center of Shrine with Fr. Fragomeni and Fr. Hurley.
(Video compliment of Sam Rizzo, please click on play arrow and enter full screen. Thank You)
Thank You for your ongoing support to the Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii
Back by Popular Demand -- The Shrine Cookbook Volume 1! Volume 2 is also available.
An Update on Electronic Giving (2024)
The Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii is implementing a new electronic donation system called Push Pay.
If you wish to make a One Time or Recurring Gift to our Sunday Offering, Christmas Offering, Easter Offering, General Donation, Shining Brightly Campaign, Memorial Gift, Appeal, Flower, or Pilgrimage Ministry you may do so via the ‘Give to SOLP’ button / link at the top of this page.
You will be directed to our Giving page on Push Pay. There you may indicate the amount of your offering, the frequency of your offering, and if you wish to include credit card processing fees of 2.25.
If you wish to Remember a Loved One with our Perpetual Light Society, Paver Stone, Mass Intention, Candle Intention, Mass Book, or Mass Card, you may do so via the ‘Remembrances’ button / link at the top of this page.
You will be directed to a ‘Remembrances’ page on our web site where you may find further information on the Remembrance which we offer.
Please note if you currently have a recurring Sunday Offering, Shining Brightly Campaign, or other recurring offering, please know that over the next month our business office will be contacting you and moving your recurring donation to the new Giving system.
If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to reach out to us via the ‘Contact Us’ button, also at the top of this page.
Thank You for your ongoing support to the Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii
Get to know us
Shrine Icons
“Images shape our imagination and impact the way we live. Images encourage us and sustain us.” Rev. Richard N. Fragomeni, PhD., Rector
Saint Bartolo Longo Shrine
Please click here to read more about our Saint Bartolo Longo Shrine. A gift from the Knights of the Holy Sepulchre.
From Joe Mantegna
In 2007 Joe Mantegna returned to The Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii to share his talents by recording a video which introduced the Shrine to a broader community.
Our Pilgrimage Ministry
Please click here to find more information on our Pilgrimage Minisiry Program. You will find information on our Ministry in general, upcoming programs and content from previously held programs.
Bulletins
Please click here to read our most recent bulletins.
Messages From Father Fragomeni
Explore Fr. Richard Fragomeni’s messages & blog posts.
Mercoledi Moments
Watch and explore the full library of Fr. Fragomeni’s Mercoledi Moment videos.
Prayer Labyrinth
Read more about Prayer Labyrinths.