Welcome to St. Francis Borgia Parish
St. Francis Borgia is on the northwest side of Chicago. It was formed in the summer of 1949 with the purchase of land at the corner of Addison and Forest Preserve Drive. Veterans of World War II were moving from the congested central areas of Chicago to the city’s edges to raise their families and build their futures. The Archdiocese responded to the growing area by adding the parishes of St. Monica, St. Eugene, and St. Francis Borgia.
The parish encompasses the area East to St. Priscilla Parish and south to St. Celestine Parish.
“For seventy-five years, St. Francis Borgia Parish has been a place where faith has been lived, families have grown, and Christ has been encountered through worship, education, and service. What began in 1949 as a small community gathering for Mass in a school gymnasium has grown into a vibrant parish that continues to welcome people of every generation and culture.
This history is more than a record of buildings and dates. It is the story of thousands of parishioners whose prayers, sacrifices, and generosity built not only a church, but a family of faith. We invite you to journey through the history of St. Francis Borgia Parish and discover how God’s grace has guided our community from its humble beginnings to the present day.”