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SACRISTANS Christian Family Movement Arts & Environment Altar Serving MINISTRIES HOME Contemplative Prayer Lectors Eucharistic Ministers Eucharistic Adoration Ministers of Care Ministry of Prayer Ushers Sacristans Music Ministry Greeters Contact: Mandy May | mmay@newmanparish.com Sacristans prepare the altar for the sacred ritual of the Mass. They attend to the many details of preparation including altar linens, wine and hosts and a myriad of other tasks to provide for a prayerful setting when the Mass is spoken. Weddings, funerals, and baptisms are also settings where sacristans provide their services for the Mass in the ceremony conducted. St. John Newman has a permanent sacristan that is aided by parishioners trained to fulfill the duties of the sacristan. Sacristans also help with the Wednesday school Mass, order needed items, assist the visiting priests regarding their scheduled times and what is needed for any given masses, and on the first Wednesday of each month go to Three Crowns to aid with the Mass at that location.

& & EASTER SCHEDULE Easter Schedule Holy Week Schedule Lenten Opportunities Lent Easter Sunday Masses April 9 8:30am, 10:30am at Saint Joan of Arc 9am, 11:30am at Saint Athanasius Easter Week Daily Mass Schedule Saint Athanasius Church Only Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 8am

EUCHARIST Confirmation Baptisms Anointing of the Sick SACRAMENTS Eucharist Funerals Matrimony Reconciliation Contact: Shawn Lucas | slucas@newmanparish.com 847-328-1430, x124 Catholics believe the Eucharist, or Communion, is both a sacrifice and a meal. We believe in the real presence of Jesus, who died for our sins. As we receive Christ's Body and Blood, we also are nourished spiritually and brought closer to God. The Eucharist is brought to the homebound by Care Ministers. Arrangements are made by calling the Parish Office. First Holy Communion preparation for children begins during first grade and continues into second grade where students will celebrate and receive their first holy communion in the spring of second grade. All 2nd Graders receiving their Sacrament are required to submit a $100.00 Sacramental Fee. Please find link above to make your payment for your son and/or daughter. Key Dates for First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion 2024/2025 10/25/25 - First Reconciliation Retreat & Practice- 2:00 pm - 4:15 pm - St. Joan of Arc 11/15/25 - Sacrament of First Reconciliation - 10:00 am - St. Joan of Arc 5/2/26 - First Holy Communion Retreat & Practice - 2:00 pm - 4:15 pm - St. Athanasius 5/3/26 - Sacrament of First Holy Communion - 11:30 am Mass - St. Athanasius Sacramental Fee Payment 2025-2026 2nd Grade Sacrament Prep Class Schedule

GREETERS Christian Family Movement Arts & Environment Altar Serving MINISTRIES HOME Contemplative Prayer Lectors Eucharistic Ministers Eucharistic Adoration Ministers of Care Ministry of Prayer Ushers Sacristans Music Ministry Greeters Contact Aimee LeBlanc | aleblanc112@gmail.com Greeters serve as welcoming ambassadors at our church Masses and other liturgical events. Greeters are present before the start of Mass and other events to assist with answering questions, special needs/requests (e.g. gluten-free eucharist, seating needs, etc.), and most importantly, to welcome everyone attending the service. Please consider giving 15-20 minutes of your time on a day when you are attending Mass or another liturgical event. Serving as a greeter is a wonderful way to actively engage in the parish and get to know your fellow parishioners!

MINISTRY OF PRAYER Christian Family Movement Arts & Environment Altar Serving MINISTRIES HOME Contemplative Prayer Lectors Eucharistic Ministers Eucharistic Adoration Ministers of Care Ministry of Prayer Ushers Sacristans Music Ministry Greeters Contact: Judy Berg | saintasprayers@gmail.com Ministers of Prayer pray daily for concerns of the parish community brought to their attention through emailed or written requests. The ministry also reminds parishioners of the value of daily prayer. Requests for daily prayer may be emailed to saintasprayers@gmail.com or placed in a box located in the west alcove in the church. Requests are then distributed to members who pray daily for a month for those petitions. This ministry provides a way for those who are homebound to participate in parish ministry. Membership is open to all parishioners. There are no dues. Meetings are not required as requests are distributed to ministry members.

CHRISTIAN FAMILY MOVEMENT Christian Family Movement Arts & Environment Altar Serving MINISTRIES HOME Contemplative Prayer Lectors Eucharistic Ministers Eucharistic Adoration Ministers of Care Ministry of Prayer Ushers Sacristans Music Ministry Greeters Contact: Daniela Menichella | dmenichella@gmail.com

Family of Faith Formation O.C.I.A. FAMILY OF FAITH CLOW RELIGIOUS EDUCATION ADULT FORMATION SERIES ADULT BIBLE STUDY Contact: Shawn Lucas | slucas@newmanparish.com 847-328-1430, x124 "Raising children calls for an orderly process of handing on the faith. This is made difficult by current lifestyles, work schedules and complexity of today's world, where many people keep up a frenetic pace just to survive. Even so, the home must continue to be the place where we learn to appreciate the meaning and beauty of the faith, to pray and serve our neighbor. Family catechesis is of great assistance as an effective method in training young parents to be aware of their mission as the evangelizers of their own family." - Pope Francis, Amoris Laetitia #287 What is a Family of Faith? Catechesis for the entire family! St. John Henry Newman parish utilizes A Family of Faith program by Sophia Institute to help develop strong Catholic families in which children learn the joys of following Jesus Christ and the truths of our Faith through the witness of Christian life given by their parents. Studies show that parental involvement in the faith-life of their child is by far the most important element in ensuring that a child develops into a practicing Christian. A Family of Faith follows a four-year cycle: one pillar of the Catechism (The Profession of Faith, Sacraments, Life in Christ, and Prayer) is covered per year from September through May. Parents are given a detailed picture of authentic and vibrant Catholic family life, the tools to implement this life in their home, and age-appropriate readings, games, crafts, and other activities to help them instill among their children a love for Christ and His Church. Monthly Catechetical Sessions and Community Gathering Families gather on ONE Sunday each month for an interactive and engaging catechesis session based on the month's topic. When: One Sunday per month Time: 8:45 AM – 10:15 AM Where: St. Joan of Arc Campus Details: Parents and children will begin with 60 minutes of separate catechesis. This will be followed by 30 minutes of family time, working together on the monthly activity. All will gather for our monthly Family Mass from 10:30-11:30 a.m. From 11:30-12:30 a Parish Brunch will be offered. 2025-2026 Curriculum: The Sacraments In every way, the Sacraments are about God's love, fully revealed in Jesus Christ. The seven Sacraments - the foundation of Christian living - are the focus of Volume II of Family of Faith. September 14 - Last Year Review October 19 - What is a Sacrament November 16 - The Sacraments of Initiation - Baptism December 14 - The Sacrament of Confirmation January 11 - The Holy Mass and the Effects of the Eucharist February 22 - The Sacraments of Healing - Penance and Reconciliation March 22 - Anointing of the Sick and the Triduum April 12 - Holy Orders & Holy Matrimony May 17 - Yearly Review Sacramental Preparation Children are required to receive two consecutive years of catechesis and sacrament preparation before receiving any sacraments. The normal course at St. John Henry Newman Parish is for children (who are baptized) to begin their preparation for First Reconciliation & First Holy Communion in the 1st grade and receive their sacraments in the 2nd grade. The same format follows for the sacrament of Confirmation. Preparation typically begins during the student’s 7th grade year through their 8th grade year while receiving the sacrament in the spring of the 2nd year. 2nd grade students will meet for sacramental preparation classes on 12 total Sunday mornings - 6 Sundays in the Fall preparing for First Reconciliation & 6 Sundays in the Winter/Spring preparing for First Holy Communion. Please refer here for the 2025-2026 classroom schedule . 8th grade students in their second year of Confirmation preparation will meet for in-person preparation on Sunday Mornings once a month, the same morning as the planned Catechetical Sessions. Questions? Click Below for some answers! Please contact Shawn Lucas with any questions. REGISTER FOR FAMILY OF FAITH PAY TUITION PAY SACRAMENTAL FEES Family of Faith Schedule 2025-2026

TO TEACH WHO CHRIST IS GiveCentral Online Giving Estate Planning GIVING Paver Program Sunday Offertory TTWCI Stocks, Tranfsers, Matching Throughout the Archdiocese of Chicago, parishes have been participating in this important campaign to benefit our communities for generations to come. Each parish has been assigned a campaign target. Parishes will keep 60 percent of all funds they raise for needs they identify, and will share the remaining 40 percent with other parishes to fund scholarships for Catholic Education both in schools and Religious Education Programs. This campaign will impact Catholic Education throughout the Archdiocese for the benefit of many children. Parishes exceeding their goals will receive 100 percent of funds collected above their target. Learn More about the Campaign: Archdiocesan Campaign Website

DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Facilities & Maintenance MINISTRIES HOME Development Committee Finance Council Parish Council School Board Unification Team Contacts: Tricia David | triciadavid@gmail.com Ann Eiben | annbowman@aol.com The St. A's Development Council raises funds for the school and builds/strengthens community through the Annual Fund and events such as Angel Night, Progressive Dinner, the St. Patrick's Day party, and the Run'n'Walk. Funds raised are spent on a variety of school initiatives, including curriculum and technology, as directed by the principal and under the guidance of the pastor. The Development Council meets at 6:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month. If you are interested in joining the Development Council, please contact the co-chairs listed above.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Girl Scouts Cub Scouts MINISTRIES HOME Knights of Columbus Men's Club Women's Club Youth & Young Adult Contact: Rick Blabolil | RBlabolil@marketinginnovators.com The Knights of Columbus is composed of Catholic men committed to making the community a better place by supporting the Church and the priesthood and by providing fellowship. The Newman-Columbus Council 1077 of the Knights of Columbus serves St. John Newman, St. Mary’s, and St. Nicholas parishes, and Sheil Catholic Center. Meetings are at 7 p.m. on the second Monday of the month at the St. Mary’s Parish Center. Service programs include parish-sponsored events, Special Olympics, soup kitchen support, and the Tootsie Roll Drive to support programs for individuals with mental disabilities. Membership is open to all Catholic men 18 years or older. Annual dues are $30. Call or email the contacts above to learn more and become involved at any level.

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