The Rev. Tirso Villaverde, pastor at St. Julie Billiart, said he was excited when he was assigned to the parish and realized it had a monthly Mass for deaf people.

Taste of St. Julie kicks off at 4 p.m. Aug. 17 at St. Julie Billiart Catholic Church in Tinley Park. Food from around the world and activities such as a dunk tank, live music and kids’ games are ...