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Parish Pastoral Council |
The Parish Pastoral council has five basic
functions:
- To research the needs, the ideas and the hopes of the faith
community;
- To encourage and support existing ministries;
- To evaluate the quality of life of the parish faith community;
- To plan for the parish's future by recommending policies,
procedures, and programs that will implement those values and
fulfill the
Church's mission;
- To engage in active planning with the wider church (cluster,
deanery, diocese) in fulfilling the mission of the total local
church of the area.
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| Meeting Schedule: |
1st Tuesday of each Month,
7:00 PM |
| Meeting Location: |
Hayes Room |
Current Members: |
Parish Pastoral Council
Chairperson: Scott Huff
Spiritual Life/PPC Liaisons:
Human Concerns/PPC Liaisons: Fr. David Mulvihill
Catholic Education/PPC Liaisons:
Parish Life/PPC Liaisons: Bob Fisch,
M.D.
PPC Deanery Council:
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A People with a Mission |
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Spiritual Life Commission |
| "Through prayerful reflection, the
Spiritual Life Commission, guided by the Holy Spirit, will promote and
foster the growth of spirituality in our parish community." This
commission both affirms and promotes the multitude of opportunities for
spiritual growth already existing in our parish or in our diocese, finding
ways to enrich the spiritual lives of all parishioners. |
| Meeting Schedule: |
Second Tuesday of the Month, 7:00 PM |
| Meeting Location: |
Rectory Lower
Level |
| Current Members: |
Chairperson: Pat Jones
PPC Liaisons: Jim Girard, Bob Fisch
Staff Liaison: Beth Burger |
| Spiritual
Life: Instruction |
Rite of Christian
Initiation for Adults (RICA)
A process for those who would like to learn more about the
Catholic faith, to discover its customs and practices, and to discover
what it means to be part of a parish family of faith. |
Infant Baptism
Parents of infants attend a Baptismal Preparation session prior to
arranging for a baptismal date (unless already attended previously or
elsewhere). Parents may attend this session before or after the child is
born. When completed, please call the rectory to select a date and to give
information in advance. To register for Parent Preparation for Baptism call
572-8778. |
Marriage Ministry
A couple early in the engagement period - even before choosing a
date - makes an appointment with a priest or deacon. After this discussion
a date can be set. (Four months preparation is Archdiocesan policy). Call
the rectory for an appointment, 872-8775. |
Welcome
Home Catholics
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Spiritual
Life: Liturgy and Worship |
5 PM Contemporary Choir
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9 AM Folk
Choir
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11 AM Teen Choir
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Instrumentalists
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Cantors
The ministry of cantor involves animating the sung worship of the assembly
at Mass and sharing in proclaiming the word of God as psalmist, as well as
leading moments of worship through solo song and teaching the assembly its
songs, refrains and acclamations. |
Lectors
Each Sunday, men and women who have been carefully trained in the
ministry of lector, proclaim our Sunday scriptures. Watch the bulletin for
announcements about training sessions, or call the rectory (872-5778) if
you are interested in this ministry. |
Ministers of Communion
Assisting the priests in the distribution of communion are lay men and
women who have been prayerfully trained as ministers of communion at
Eucharistic liturgies. Upon completion of training, names are submitted to
the Archdiocese of Chicago for their approval, to be mandated for a
three-year term (renewable). If you are interested please contact the
rectory (872-8775). Watch the bulletin for upcoming formation sessions. |
Ushers / Greeters
Assisting us in a variety of ways are our ushers, who are called to
welcome all who join us for worship. Assist in seating or meeting the
special needs of people, facilitate the presentation of the bread and
wine, and take up the offering. We are also developing the role of
greeters at our Sunday worship, to welcome newcomers and regular
parishioners with warmth, openness and hospitality. |
Altar Servers
Assisting at the altar are boys and girls who are trained in serving
Mass each Fall. For information and requests call the rectory (872-8778). |
Sacristans
Care of the church and sanctuary has always been the realm of
sacristans.
If there are any questions call the rectory (872-8778). |
Liturgy
Committee
A group of parishioners is involved in learning about Liturgy and
Worship. They have begun to plan and provide feedback on improving and
enriching our special Sunday and Holyday Liturgies. Any suggestions or
input are always welcome. |
Art / Environment
Group of
parishioners involved in the enhancement of liturgical spaces. All are
welcome. |
Liturgy of
the Word for Children
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Nursery on
Sunday Mornings
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Spiritual
Life: Other Opportunities |
Bible Study
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Small Faith
Committees
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Prayer Circle
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Marian Prayer Group
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Human Concerns Commission |
| The Human Concerns Commission, in formation at
this time, is designed to respond to the call to serve the needs of others
in the church, in the community, and throughout the world. It promotes and
defends the dignity of each human person. It focuses on our response as a
parish to the needs of the economically poor, the disabled, the marginal,
and the fragile, assuring that all people are invited to be full
participants in Church and society. |
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| Current Members: |
PPC Liaisons:
Staff Liaison: Laurie Mercure |
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Human
Concern: Care of the Sick |
Ministry of Care to the
Sick/Homebound
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Anointing of the Sick
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Hospital Care
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Human
Concern: Care for Those who Mourn |
Wake and Funerals
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Bereavement Luncheon
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Human
Concern: Extended Outreach |
Saint Vincent DePaul
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Parish Works Committee
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| Poor/Needy & Food Pantry |
Ethnic Sensitivity |
| Soup Kitchen |
Respect Life |
| Sharing Parish |
Elder Care |
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Catholic Education Commission |
| The Catholic Education Commission is the
liaison between the parish council and those persons or bodies within the
parish structure which are responsible for the various aspects of total
parish religious education of all members of all ages of the parish. It
provides leadership, direction and unity of purpose in the whole field of
Catholic education, formal and informal, children's and adults', in school
and out. |
| Meeting Schedule: |
Third Wednesday of the month at 7:00 PM |
| Meeting Location: |
Hayes Community Center |
| Current Members: |
Co-Chairperson:
Co-Chairperson: Diana Jurista
PPC Liaisons:
Staff Liaison: |
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School |
School Board
Our Lady of Humility has an elected school board whose primary function is
the selection of a principal and the establishment of school policy. (Policies
are then implemented by the principal.)
Open School Board meetings are ordinarily held on the first Tuesday of each
month. They are held at 7:30 p.m. Anyone may attend these meetings. |
Mother's /Parent's Club
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Market Day
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Religious Education |
Religious Education
Board
The R. E. Board is composed of people who are concerned about the
religious education of our children. The position of a board member is an
interesting and fulfilling one. You become an important
"planner" for various aspects of the Religious Education Program
in our Parish. Parents realize that religious education and it's values
are so important.
Open R. E. Board meetings are ordinarily held on the first Tuesday of each
month. They are held at 7:30 p.m. Anyone may attend these meetings. |
Christian
Initiation for Children (CIC)
A process for those who are of catechetical age (able to be instructed)
who have attained the use of reason to prepare them for Baptism,
Confirmation and Eucharist. |
Religious Education
Assistance for our Children (R.E.A.C.H.) |
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Parish Life Commission |
| The Parish Life Commission helps build a
community in the parish and foster a sense of belonging. It helps bring
freshness of vision into parish activities or organizations. It helps
promote communication between parish organizations by coordinating
activities and parish events, as well as by helping all those involved in
parish groups to work together toward a common goal. It encourages family
life programs, community activities, and activities which build a spirit
of unity and family. |
| Meeting Schedule: |
Second Tuesday of the Month, 7:00 PM |
| Meeting Location: |
Hayes Community Center |
| Current Members: |
Chairperson:
PPC Liaisons:
Staff Liaison: |
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Parish Life: Youth Ministry |
| Christ First |
Junior High Ministry |
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| Brownies |
Junior Girl
Scouts |
Girl Scouts |
| Cub Scouts |
Boy Scouts |
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Parish Life: Ministry |
Family Life Ministry
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Hospitality Ministry
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Donut Sunday
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Parish Life: General Parish
Groups |
Bingo
Committee
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Fundraising
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Women's Club
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Welcoming
Committee
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40's, 50's & Better
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Afternoon
at the County Fair
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Green
Thumbs
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Men's Club
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