Ministry of the Word
St. Joseph School
St Joseph School has an excellent educational facility for pre-school thru 8th grade children. The school promotes the spiritual, intellectual, emotional, physical and social development of each student
Contact: Mr. Ron Berger, Principal 847-256-7870
School Board
The board serves as advisors to the Pastor and the Principal regarding the strategy, policies and operation of the school. It develops a long range plan and assists in the achievement of the annual goals to improve facilities, programs, and curriculum.
Contact: Peter McCanna via the rectory 847-251-0771
Parish School Organization (PSO)
The PSO helps support school activities by raising funds to keep tuition costs manageable; they provide enrichment opportunities, host social events, and create a welcoming environment for students and their families.
Contact: Jean Bolotin or Terri Bouchard via the rectory 847-251-0771
Lectors
The role of the lector involves the preparation of Scripture texts before the Mass, the prayerful proclamation of the Old & New Testament readings, and the general intercessions. Adults and teens age 16 and older are invited to participate. Formation and training are provided.
Contact: The rectory 847-251-0771
Children's Liturgy of the Word
Children's Liturgy of the Word provides the liturgy to children ages 5-9 (K-4th grades) during the 10:15 Mass. The catechists have received special training to assist with this important ministry.
Contact: The rectory 847-251-0771
Religious Education Program
The Religious Education Program serves children in pre-school through 8th grade. It fosters the spiritual growth of the children, and prepares them for the reception of sacraments.
PRESCHOOL meets on Sunday mornings in the building attached to the church at 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m.
GRADES 1-6 meets on Sunday mornings in the main school building at 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m.
GRADES 7 and 8 meets on Tuesday evening in the building attached to the church from 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m.
Contact: Dana McKenna via the rectory 847-251-0771
Religious Education Advisory Board
This board consists of parents who have children in the Religious Education program. It is responsible for planning and implementing special activities that foster the faith of their children. The meetings are on the 2nd Monday of the month during the school year. The term is for 3 years.
Contact: Dana McKenna via the rectory 847-251-0771
Special Religious Development
Special Religious Development is a parish based archdiocesan program. Its mission is to provide meaningful experience of faith formation, worship, and sacramental preparation for persons who are developmentally and/or physically challenged.
Contact: Marion Kahle via the rectory 847-251-0771
