Chicago Heights Chapel Lends Support to St. James Patients
Born out of the dreams of a longtime St. James doctor, the Divine Mercy Chapel is entering its fifteenth year in existence.
The sound of an ambulance siren passes by a small chapel near the crossroads of America. Homewood volunteer Patrick Ambler folds his hands and begins the routine. "We pray for everyone who passes by in an ambulance," said Ambler. "If you need prayer, I will add your name to my list. I want people to come and experience the Lord." For years, the former U.S. Railroad Retirement Board member has put in countless hours volunteering at the chapel, praying up to six hours a day. Divine Mercy Chapel began as a dream by 40-year St. James staffer Dr. Raul Delgado. He wanted people to have a place to pray for loved ones at the hospital. In 1998, with the help of his son, Oscar, Delgado financed and furnished the chapel on the grounds of St. Agnes …
