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It's easier to navigate and more user friendly!
www.stjudes.org
Faith Formation Registration DueAugust 31st!
Attention NEW families!
If your child(ren) received anySacraments at a different parish,
please send in copies of theircertificates as soon as possible.
This would apply to Baptism, FirstReconciliation, and First Eucharist.
If your child(ren) attended FaithFormation at a different parish, we
will also need a verification ofprevious enrollment.
If you know someone whohas not registered for 2018-
2019 Faith Formation,please let them know they
need to do so ASAP!
Tuition discounts endAugust 31st!
Click here to view the 2018-2019brochure and to print registration
paperwork!
IMPORTANT NOTE:Tuition and fees are expected to
be paid in full by August 31, 2018.If you made arrangements to payin two installments this summer,the final installment is due on or
by August 31st.
Information Pick Up &Donut Sunday!
Faith Formation Donut Sunday and2018-2019 final calendar pick up!
Sunday, August 26th after the9:00 am, 11:00 am, and 6:30 pm
Masses in the gym!
Your session assignment andinformation regarding the upcoming
faith formation year will also beincluded with your final calendar.
St. Jude's Office ofFaith Formation is
now closed onFridays
(with the exception of our registration deadlineof August 31 when we will be open
during normal business hours 9 am - 4 pm)
The office will be open until 7:00 pm onWednesdays, August 8, 15, 22, and 29.
Volunteers Neededfor 2018-2019
We are getting ready forfall and looking for new
volunteers! Pleaseprayerfully consider if you
or someone you knowwould be a great catechist,
coach, teen or adult aid,nanny, or hall monitor. We
would love to hear fromyou! You can view thevolunteer registration
form HERE.
All new adult volunteers are requiredto attend a Protecting God's
Children workshop. We will behosting a workshop here at St. Judeon Sunday, August 26th at 8:00am! Click HERE to register. Scroll
down to the St. Jude listing. You canattend any session that is most
convenient for you, even if it is nothere at St. Jude.
Your whole family iswelcome to celebrate the
Eucharist on Sundaynights at the
6:30 pm Life Mass!
We strive to create a verywelcoming, engaging, and
inspiring Mass-goingexperience for all
ages. Email MatthewKrumdrick for more
information or to find outhow your family could getinvolved in any way (even
just once or twice).
Early Childhood Faith Formation
Ministry of Moms Sharing (M.O.M.S.)
Moms and children are welcome to enjoy friendship and faith sharingas we enjoy some outdoor summer fun. Come as often as you can, bring
the kids or come alone. Bring sunscreen and your own snacks.All fees must be paid by the participants.
Contact Denise Boisvert with questions. 815/463-4292
Wednesday, August 1st- Countryview/ Royal MeadowsPark, 10 am-12 pm, located at Jackson Branch Drive and DanielLewis Drive, New Lenox
Tuesday, August 7th — Sharon’s Bay Park located inBluestone Bay subdivision at Bluestone Bay Drive and WestwindDrive, 10am-12pm
Friday, August 24th—MOMS NIGHT OUT—7PM, ParmesansStation TINLEY PARK LOCATION! 18001 80th Avenue. RSVP byAugust 20th please.
Watch for our Fall Winter Calendar coming in September!!
Sunday Pre-School (For ages 3 years - Kindergarten by Sept. 1, 2018)Registration is now open for the 2018-2019 school year. OurSunday School program offers a curriculum filled with bible stories and lessonswhich include crafts, games, prayer experiences and music which have beencarefully selected to suit our children's specific stages ofdevelopment. Volunteer Catechists and teen aides are needed for thecoming year.
Children's Liturgy of the Word is offered during most 9am and11am Masses from September through May each year. CLOW is available forchildren ages 5-8 years old and allows children to hear the Readings andHomily at their own level. Volunteers are needed for Angels, Readersand Homilists for the coming year. Training is provided. Volunteers canchoose the frequency of participation, whether they choose once a week, once amonth, or once per year.
If you enjoy the beauty and sacredness of the sacraments, and also lovebabies, our Baptism Hospitality Team is in need of volunteers to assistduring Baptism ceremonies. You would help with greeting guests, and assistthe deacons and guests throughout the ceremony. Training is provided.Volunteers are always needed!
Family Faith Formation
Good Bye & God Bless You Steve!
Dear Parish Family of St. Jude, I have accepted a position as Director of Campus Ministryfor a Catholic School in Wisconsin. This position providesour family with an opportunity to live close to relativesliving there. This was a hard decision, since I love the workI do here at St. Jude and the people I serve. I want to offer a heart-felt thank you to each and everyone of you. Whether you know it or not, you have greatly
impacted myself and my family. Y our support, friendship, and prayers have trulybeen a blessing to us. We thank God for the generosity and charity you haveextended to us. As Director of Family Faith Formation, I want to thank the staff and manyvolunteers who have worked beside me and contributed time, talent, and treasuresto our many programs and events. We have accomplished so much in the almost 3years I have been here. This amazing work would not have happened without yourhelp and support. I am excited to begin this new stretch of my faith journey and professional servicein the Church. That being said, I will miss St. Jude very much. My brothers andsisters in Christ, it has been a privilege to serve you and to journey with you infaith. God has done exciting things through our combined effort. I know God willcontinue to shower his blessings on the families of St. Jude. Know you will be in my thoughts and prayers. God’s Peace 2 U!!!
-Steve Martin
If you or someone you know is interested in applying for the Coordinator ofFamily Faith Formation position, our job posting can be viewed HERE. Please pray
that the right person comes forward to join our faith formation team!
Grades 1-6 New Parent Orientation for families new to St.Jude Faith Formation
Parents who are new to St. Jude Faith Formationare encouraged (and expected) to attend our
Families Living Faith and Families Called to TableParent Orientation Session.
September 12th from 6:00 - 7:30 pmSt. Jude Gym
We will give an overview of the program, what weexpect from you, and what you can expect from us!
We had a blessed blast at Summer Kids Camp last month! We learned all aboutthe Saints and how each of us are on God's All Star Team!
New Catechist Training
ATTENTION CATECHISTS!Save the Date!
Volunteer Kick-OffWednesday, September 5th 7-8:30 pm
All catechists and volunteers are asked toattend this kick-off party! Come to getexcited about this new Faith Formation
year! Catechist materials will be given out
Tuesday, September 11th7-8:30 pm
and there will be TONS of snacks!
More information to follow!
Youth Ministry
Parents & Youth Ministry Supporters, please click here for aninspiring 3 minute video that shares the Youth Ministry Vision.
We invite everyone to pray for an increase in adult and teenparticipation. The more adults we have reaching out, the more
teens will be reached!
Are You Being Called ToServe?
We are looking for friendly, faith-filledadults to share their time and gifts
with our teens. Click here for more details.
Based on your interest and schedule,we are happy to have your presence
once a semester, once a month, oronce a week!
Junior High
Is your family new to Junior High YouthMinistry?
Click here for a 1 minute introductory video forJHYM!
The last S’mocial of the summer forincoming 7th & 8th grade teens is Sunday,August 5th immediately following the 6:30
pm Life Mass!
Meet in the picnic grove for get-to-know-you games, sports, camp fire &
s’mores. Friends are always welcome!
Teens in their second year preparing to
receive Confirmation are asked toregister for a Confirmation Retreat!
Click here for details on the fiveoutstanding options. Participation isbased on a first-come, first-served
basis. Contact Jenny if you havequestions.
Check out these pictures fromthe IMPACT Mission Weekend!
"I realized that I take a lot of thingsfor granted in my life. But this
weekend really helped me grow inappreciation and gratitude."
-Madelyn Freiberg
High School
High School BONFIRE! Wednesday, August 8th 7-9 pmincludes sports, socializing, bonfire and s'mores!
Follow QUEST HERE
Faith Formation Staff Contact Information
Katie Neu- Director of LifelongFaith [email protected]
Berni Kacor- CatecheticalSupport [email protected]
Denise Boisvert- Director ofParish Outreach and EarlyChildhood [email protected]
Matthew Krumdrick-Director of Junior & High SchoolYouth [email protected]
Jenny Krumdrick- Youth &Discipleship [email protected]
Lisa Raspante- CatecheticalSupport Associate Junior & [email protected]
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