The IRL’s 3rd Annual Mystical Rose Gala was held on Saturday, November 9, 2019, at the beautiful Cuneo Mansion & Gardens, in Vernon Hills, Illinois.  With a glorious setting, delicious food, and so many wonderful people, how could it be anything but a great evening.

We were especially pleased to welcome the Canons Regular of St. John Cantius, who were honored this year for their work in restoring the sacred within the Church and their witness as faithful religious in the heart of Chicago and beyond.  Fr. Joshua Caswell, SJC, gave a heartfelt and humble talk about the longstanding relationship between the IRL and the Canons, going all the way back to their foundation.

Many thanks to our President, Most Rev. Robert Vasa and our National Director, Fr. Thomas Nelson, O.Praem., for traveling all the way from California to be with us.  And all of the guests, sponsors and religious who so generously supported the evening with their presence, prayers and support.

Finally, we would like to congratulate Sr. Julia Ray, SSC, the winner of the pilgrimage for two to Poland. Sister said she was “overwhelmed” and it was the nicest thing ever!!