 Registration is open for the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program at St. Gregory’s Hall. CGS is a religious education program for children ages 3 to 12 that fosters their relationship with God through scripture, liturgy, and prayer in a contemplative setting.
CGS families are hosting the upcoming Sunday social at St. Gregory the Great church on August 25. All are invited to come learn more about this Montessori-inspired program. Bible Study combines reading, DVD presentations and small-group discussions with fellow parishioners. In 2024, we will be studying the Psalms. Please contact Religious Education Coordinator Candido Reyna for more information. Registration is either $38 fee for workbook and online access (includes access to video portion plus digital workbook) or $32 fee for workbook only. To sign up, please download the registration form below, fill it out, and return it to the parish office (1220 W. Catalpa) along with your materials fee. Registration Deadline: August 11, 2024  We wish a heart-felt congratulations to the students from the Religious Education Program and St. Thomas of Canterbury School who celebrated their Confirmations on Saturday, May 25 with Bishop Bartosic presiding. Thank you to the catechists and clergy who prepared the students for this foundational Sacrament. -------------------- Felicitamos de todo corazón a los alumnos de los programas de la Escuela Santo Tomás de Canterbury y la programa de Educación Religiosa que celebraron la Confirmación el 25 de mayo (presidida por el Obispo Bartosic). Gracias a los catequistas y al clero que prepararon a los estudiantes para estos sacramentos fundamentales.  Holy Spirit, you are the giver of many gifts which God wants to give to each of us. Open the hearts and minds of those students who celebrated their Confirmation this year. Congratulations to the children from the Religious Education and Catechesis of the Good Shepard programs who celebrated First Holy Communion on Saturday, May 11.  Let us pray for all the children who, for the first time, received the Lord Jesus in Holy Communion. May they always know the peace of Jesus, the light of His love, and the joy of His life within in them. In preparation for Good Friday, the students from the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd religious education program prayed the Stations of the Cross with their parents and our Pastor Fr. Alejandro Lopez, OFM Conv. About 25 students attended and the group used a Stations booklet specifically designed for children. Fr. Alejandro had a different child lead the prayers at each station and students also carried the processional cross and candles. At the end, Father blessed everyone with the Relic of The Most Holy Cross of Our Lord Jesus Christ. Catechesis of the Good Shepherd fosters the relationship between God and children in harmony with children’s development. It is grounded in Scripture and the liturgy and framed by the education principles of Maria Montessori. Photos courtesy of Damian Chlanda.
 Here is a group photo of our RCIA catechumens, candidates, and sponsors from the recent Rite of Election held at Holy Name Cathedral on Sunday. Mary, Mother of God Parish is excited to be accompanying so many who wish to join the Catholic Church! What is RCIA and the Rite of Election?
Each year on Holy Saturday during the Easter Vigil, thousands are baptized into the Catholic Church in the United States. Parishes welcome these new Catholics through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). The Rite of Election is part of the process of RCIA and includes the enrollment of names of all the Catechumens seeking baptism at the coming Easter Vigil. Typically, on the first Sunday of Lent, the Catechumens, their sponsors, and their families gather at the cathedral. The Catechumens publicly express their desire for baptism to the diocesan bishop. Their names are recorded in a book, and they are called the Elect. On Saturday, December 9, the Guardian Angels Religious Education Program hosted a Mass at Saint Ita church for students and their families. Guardian Angels is a catechesis community serving people with disabilities. After Mass, everyone enjoyed a reception in Jubilee Hall with pizza and presents! If you know of a student who would benefit from this program, or who would like to be a part of the community, please contact the Parish Office at 773-561-5343 ex. 10. MassReceptionPhotos courtesy: Damian Chlanda
Highlights from last Friday’s movie night sponsored by the Mary, Mother of God Religious Education program. Children and parents enjoyed snacks while watching “Across the Spider-Verse” the sequel to the last movie night film. We hope to see you next time! Don’t forget to check the bulletin for more upcoming parish events. |
