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Adoration Thursdays
IMPORTANT changes during the Covid pandemic: Thursday adoration will begin as usual at 8:30am, but will end earlier at 11:00am. The web signup form below is not currently being used. Those attending adoration are instead asked to sign their names on the sheet upon arrival. (Once the pandemic has ended, we expect to resume […]
Adult Choir
Persons interested in music who help the community to participate in liturgy through song. You will need a desire to worship God through singing, willing to attend rehearsals and able to attend Sunday liturgies when the choir sings, as well as special liturgies throughout the year. New members are always welcome to this ministry. An […]
Bereavement Ministry
The loss of a loved one can be a difficult experience. Often, our faith sees us through these trying times. The Bereavement Ministry was formed to comfort those who mourn. Members of this Ministry reach out to those who have suffered the loss of a loved one by prayer, attending wakes, sending cards, reaching out […]
Book Club
The St Julie Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of the every month at 1:00 pm in the Great Room. Books are noted for the next several months. Check this space often for the newest additions to the list. Suggestions for books are always welcome. March 4, 2020 The Book of Joy : Lasting […]
Cantors
Singers who help the assembly participate in liturgical singing. They proclaim the Responsorial Psalm. You will need a pleasant-sounding voice, a desire to pray the liturgy through song, and willingness to gather periodically for prayer, dialogue and practice. It helps to have some previous choir experience. You will be encouraged to participate in the diocesan […]
Catechists / Office Assistants
Catechists These men and women share the faith of the Church with children in the faith formation program as well as witnessing to the faith from their own unique personal experience. Catechists facilitate classes for children in the program and attend catechist formation nights for insights into the lessons being presented. Substitute Catechists Substitutes are […]
Children’s Catechumenate
This team of adult men and women share their faith with children seven years and older who have yet to be baptized. The process they facilitate is based on the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, adapted to meet the needs of children. Catechists in the children’s catechumenate meet weekly between September and May with the […]
Children’s Choir
This is an ad hoc group which is formed for Christmas and Easter liturgies comprised of students in grades two through eight. Like the adult choir members, these children enjoy singing and want to share their gifts by praising God in song. Rehearsals consist of three Tuesday afternoons before the celebration.
Daybreak Shelter
Daybreak is a shelter located in Joliet and run by Catholic Charities. For the past 20+ years, St. Julie parishioners have provided a hot delicious breakfast on the first Sunday of the month as well as Christmas morning. A typical schedule: 4:00am – wake up 4:30am – leave for Daybreak 5:00am – arrive and begin to prepare […]
Donut / Pancake Sunday
Fellowship and refreshments are offered on the third Sunday of the month after 8:00am, 9:30am and 11:00am Masses. Parishioners are invited to gather in the parish hall to enjoy time with fellow parishioners and enjoy a light breakfast. Donuts, bagels, fresh fruit and gluten free snack bars are offered along with coffee, tea and orange […]
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
We believe that through our active participation at Mass and, in a special way through the reception of Holy Communion, we are filled with the real presence of Christ and are therefore sent to be Christ’s presence in the world. In the 5th century, St. Augustine said: What you see…is bread and a cup. This […]
Faith Formation – 2021 Fall Registration
Registration for the 2021-2022 school year is now open for both new and returning families. Below you will find links to the registration form and other information. Faith Formation registration forms were emailed to all current families. Additional registration forms are also available in the lobby at the parish office. Please complete the entire registration […]
Faith Formation – Grades 1 – 8
This program provides for the continuing faith formation of children from first through eighth grade. Within this context, children prepare to receive the Sacraments of Confirmation, Reconciliation and Eucharist. (Children who are seven years and older who desire the Sacrament of Baptism are prepared through a parallel but different process: see the Children’s Catechumenate.) Primary […]
Faith Formation Program Emergency Closing Information
Just a reminder that in the event of a heavy snowfall, you can access Emergency Closing information for St. Julie Religious Education program by following these simple directions: Check the Parish website at www.stjulie.org where the quote will be replaced with closing information. Go to www.emergencyclosingcenter.com and search for our facility by typing St. Julie Billiart or simply […]
Funeral Servers
St. Julie relies on adult members of the community to serve for funerals. The server not only assists the Presider, but also adds to the dignity of the funeral liturgy and provides support to the bereaved family. These liturgical ministers can also serve as cemetery ministers where they lead a committal service at the cemetery. […]
Hand Bell Choir
These skilled and experienced groups of hand bell ringers play at parish liturgies and other events. This choir is for high school age through adults who have some musical background. There are weekly practices with no practice during the summer months.
Ice Cream Sunday
Fellowship and refreshments are offered on the first Sunday of the month after 6:00pm Mass. Parishioners are invited to gather in the parish hall to enjoy time with fellow parishioners and enjoy an ice cream social. Ice cream cone, waffle cones, whipped cream and all the toppings are offered. If you are interested in donating […]
Instrumentalists
Guitar, Piano, Bass, Drums, Brass, Woodwinds, Strings? Do you play? Instrumentalists add another layer to our musical prayer and special occasions in church. All ages are welcome in this ministry. Auditions may be required and individual practice and group practice will also be needed to perform well.
Journey in Faith:
This process is for older children who have not been baptized or for children who have not been catechized after Baptism. The group meets on Thursday evenings during the school year from 6:30-7:30 pm in the Devine Center.
Media Ministry
Group of dedicated individuals who document the life of the parish through photography and videography, who also keep the parish connected through website updates, social media and email. An important focus of the ministry is to provide still photos of various parish events and livestream the 9:30am Sunday Mass on Facebook. Immediately after the livestream, […]
Men’s Group
Men’s Group “A good man is not a perfect man; a good man is an honest man, faithful and unhesitatingly responsive to the voice of God in his life.” St. John Fisher Mission Statement: Cultivating men of all ages to be committed disciples of Jesus Christ and to be better husbands, fathers, and men in […]
Military Care Packages
The Community of St. Julie is honored and humbled to be able to send Christmas Care Packages to our men and women stationed overseas. It is a huge sacrifice to not only serve and protect our country, but to do it so far away from loved ones. Our hearts are full with gratitude for their […]
Ministers of Praise
The Ministry of Praise is a spiritual ministry in which people here at St. Julie offer their prayers, sufferings, joys and sorrows to God for the salvation of souls. The members intercede through the recital of the rosary and other devotions and prayers for the personal needs for which they have been asked to pray. […]
Ministry of Altar Servers
There have always been young people whom God calls to service. In ancient times, young Samuel actually lived with the priest, Eli. One night, God called Samuel but Samuel thought it was Eli. When he ran to him, Eli realized it was God calling Samuel and so he told Samuel, “If God calls you, you […]
Ministry of Care
Due to illness or other circumstances, members of the church are not always able to join us for Sunday Mass. Ministers of Care visit to bring the church and Eucharist to the sick and homebound. Some visits in homes, nursing homes and even at the hospital. This ministry also seeks to offer encouragement by sending […]
Ministry of Family Altar Servers
There have always been young people whom God calls to service. In ancient times, young Samuel actually lived with the priest, Eli. One night, God called Samuel but Samuel thought it was Eli. When he ran to him, Eli realized it was God calling Samuel and so he told Samuel, “If God calls you, you […]
Ministry of Greeters and Ushers
Yours is the first of Christ’s face to greet God’s people as they assemble for prayer. Your greeting of welcome is the first wish that “The Lord be with you!” Yours is the word that welcomes the stranger to be at home, or the silence that makes of our assembly a foreign land. Yours is […]
Ministry of Lector
The word of the Lord came to Jeremiah saying, “…I appointed you a prophet to the nations….I have put my words in your mouth.” (from the Book of the Prophet Jeremiah) The Ministry of Lector is rooted in the power of the Word of God. Prayerful proclamation of Scripture makes the presence of God alive […]
Ministry of Sacristan/Laundresses
“(we pray) for these sacristans, that the preparations they make for the celebration of the liturgy may remind us to prepare our hearts for worship…” (Book of Blessings, chapter 62) The ministry of Sacristan is ancient one in the life of the church. St. Jerome, in the 4th century, called Sacristans “ministers of God” and […]
Mission Trip Update 2020
Mission Trip News We will not be able to do our mission trip with Young Neighbors In Action as planned. They have cancelled all trips this year, but we will continue to serve now and in a larger sense when we are back together. We will find ways to serve those in our own backyard […]
Money Counters
Our thanks and gratitude to the women who assist with the counting and reconciliation of the Sunday offering. These dedicated people offer their time and talent selflessly each Monday morning. God Bless them and their dedication!
Passion Proclamation Team
This year the Passion Proclamation is fast approaching. There are approximately 30 roles in the Passion with both speaking and non-speaking roles. We will have participants from various grades and we are looking for additional participants. The Passion Proclamation is a re-enactment of the Lord’s Passion and we will have several practices starting in February […]
Peace and Justice
As Disciples of Christ all Christians bear a responsibility to bring God’s justice for the common good to society – to transform belief into living actions. In a state of true justice all may move toward their ultimate goal of happiness in eternal life with God. Please join us at our Peace and Justice meetings […]
Port Lunches
Port Lunch Ministry! The Port is located at 51st & Hermitage in Chicago. They have a Bread Truck that goes out into the neighborhood and distributes lunches to those who cannot afford one. Many are families with young children. Making lunches is something that anyone, young and old and any ability can do. Please feel […]
Praise and Worship Band
Come praise Jesus with song and Scripture. Our Praise Band rocks Contemporary Christian Music and traditional church music. We play once a month at various masses and also host evening prayer a few times per year. Individuals learn music on their own and gather for practices before we play at Mass.
Pray Twice
St. Augustine famously said, “To sing is to pray twice.” St. Julie Billiart Music Ministry offers a musical selection for you to pray with each week. “Whatsoever You Do” – July 6, 2020
Respect Life
The theme of the 2016-17 Respect Life Program is “Moved by Mercy” (usccb.org/respectlife). When we let our hearts be moved by God’s mercy, it shapes everything. As Pope Francis said, “We are called to show mercy because mercy has first been shown to us” (Misericordiae Vultus. . . ). God made each of us in his […]
Rosary at Charter Senior Living
The Rosary is said every Monday morning at 10 am at Charter Senior Living located in Orland Park, Illinois. This dedicated team of woman meet and say the rosary with the residents. What joy to see these residents praying together with the community of Saint Julie Billiart. Might you have 45 minutes to spend in […]
Rosary at Heartis Village
The Rosary is said every Tuesday morning at 10 am at Heartis Village located in Orland Park, Illinois. This dedicated team of woman meet and say the rosary with the residents. What joy to see these residents praying together with the community of Saint Julie. Might you have 45 minutes to spend in prayer once […]
Saint Julie Bakers
“The best cookies in the world are made with a little bit of love,” says our Pastor! SJB Bakers support a variety of parish ministries with home-baked goods! Cookies and treats are made to be shared at parish outreach functions, for Port lunches, soup kitchen, bereavement, Remembrance Services, Veteran Luncheon, as well as for our Cookies for Soldiers mailing […]
Saint Peregrine Novena
A Novena to Saint Peregrine is held Mondays at 7:00pm in the Sacred Heart Chapel. Saint Peregrine is the patron saint of those afflicted with cancer, AIDS and other terminal illnesses. Please see the calendar for the start of the next novena. It is not a requirement that one start of the night of a […]
School Advisory Council Representatives
Cardinal Joseph Bernardin School is the regional Catholic school sponsored by and affiliated with the parishes of St. Julie Billiart, St. Stephen, St. Elizabeth Seton and St. Francis of Assisi. Three adults from each of the four sponsoring parishes sit on the School Advisory Council.
Shawl Ministry
The mission of Shawl Ministry is to knit/crochet shawls in prayer to bring comfort and solace to those facing life’s challenges and those celebrating life’s joys. Shawls are distributed to the home bound, the sick, those with terminal illness and to the RCIA candidates upon acceptance into our faith. We also provide shawls to Dover Air […]
Special Religious Education Division (SPRED)
A unique religious education program designed for adults ages 22 and over who experience developmental challenges. Through an atmosphere of peace, love and joy, they are welcomed into the Christian community by a Core Team, Catechists and Helpers who are trained by the Archdiocese.
St Vincent de Paul
“Lord, help me to make time today to serve you in those who are most in need of encouragement or assistance”. – St. Vincent de Paul St. Vincent de Paul is a group of dedicated volunteers who meet to assess and respond to the needs of the people in our community. They do not need to […]
Stay-Cation Bible School
Disciples of Christ’s Kingdom Youth Ministry Presents Stay-Cation Bible School Due to the current situations regarding the COVID-19 shutdown and in progress Church re-opening, we, unfortunately, are unable to meet in person for Vacation Bible School. Instead, this year we will be offering our program virtually for children and families to […]
Thanksgiving Dinner
Every year on Thanksgiving, St. Julie hosts a hot, delicious Thanksgiving Dinner! This event is free to all! Some of us have no relatives in the area, some of us would rather not cook a big meal for one or two people, some of us may just not be able, for whatever reason, be able […]
Totus Tuus – Summer Youth Camp – 2021
DATES: July 18 – 23, 2021 WHERE: St. Julie Billiart, William J. Devine Center TIMES: Daytime Program (for grade school children – accepting 90 campers): Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 2:30PM Evening Program (for junior high and high school – accepting 90 teens): Sunday through Thursday from 7:00pm to 9:00pm COST (includes T-shirt): Daytime: […]
Veteran’s Luncheon
St. Julie honors our Veterans with a luncheon each November. Families are invited and each Veteran is given a group photo. We can never repay the sacrifices made by both the Veteran and his/her family, but we offer them our sincere gratitude and continued prayers. Date to be announced.
Young Adult Group
The Young Adult Group of St. Julie Billiart Parish seeks to promote faith, fellowship, and spiritual growth among its members, while glorifying the Lord in all they do. When are meetings held: Usually, the last Sunday of every month (See parish calendar) Time: 12:30pm Location: St. Julie Youth Center For more information about the latest […]
Young at Heart – Luncheon Meetings
“When our lives are centered on Christ – our hearts united to the Sacred Heart of Jesus – good things come forth in out words and actions. We don’t keep the light o Christ burning in our hearts hidden. Instead we allow works of mercy to emerge from our heart that is at peace with […]
Youth Liturgy
Eucharistic Ministers Be the hand the Lord uses to give body and blood. Have you thought about becoming a Holy Communion minister? Stop thinking! We have the training you need! This is a wonderful and special ministry. We invite you to become a part of it by contacting the Parish Office at 708.429.6767. You must […]
Youth Ministry – D.O.C.K.
“Be who God meant you to be and you will set the world ablaze.” St. Catherine of Siena *********************************************************************************** D.O.C.K. Youth Nights We are still learning about Jesus and sharing with one another among all the uncertainty. We are finding time to share, to play, to laugh and to grow with one another because it is important to […]
Youth Mission Reflections
The complete set of Mission reflections can be found on the links below. Juarez, Mexico Mission Reflections 1999 Juarez, Mexico Mission Reflections 2000 (1 of 2) Juarez, Mexico Mission Reflections 2000 (2 of 2) South Dakota Mission Reflections 2001 Cairo, Illinois Mission Reflections 2003 North Carolina mission reflections 2004 (1 of 2) North Carolina mission […]