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Spirit and Light - Religious Education for Children

This collaborative now has a name and mission statement! – Spirit and Light: A Catholic Collaborative for Living Faith
 
Spirit and Light is the catechetical center for Oak Park’s two parishes: Ascension and St. Edmund, and St. Catherine of Siena-St. Lucy and St. Giles.
 
Mission Statement – Spirit and Light kindles the fire of faith in each person to bring the joy of the Holy Spirit and Christ’s presence to the world.
 
Our Spirit and Light Advisory Board was formed in October 2023 – An Advisory Board for Spirit and Light has been created for the following purposes:
 
Advise and consult with the Spirit and Light Director.
  • Plan, organize and execute activities to raise funds for Spirit and Light.
  • Plan, organize and execute activities to build community among the families that participate in the programs of the Spirit and Light.
  • In conjunction with the Ascension and St. Edmund Parish and St. Catherine St. Lucy and St. Giles Parish Pastor, Directors of Operation, Finance Committees, Spirit and Light Director and Director of Administration, to create the budget for Spirit and Light.
  • Participate in the hiring process of those employed by Spirit and Light.
  • Offer feedback to the Pastor regarding the job performance review of the Spirit and Light Director.
 
The Members of the Advisory Board represent all worshipping communities in our Oak Park Catholic Parishes: Jim Schwarber, chair – Jean Meister, secretary – Luis Beteta – Tim Blatner – Glynis Hall – Paul Kraft – Katie Kudlacz – Esther Lopez – Melanie Pivarski – LaTrice Porter-Thomas – Kathleen Sproat
 
There are a number of ways to learn of upcoming programs. In addition to our Sunday bulletin, our weekly parish newsletter arriving on Fridays will keep you abreast of not only the opportunities offered here at Ascension and St. Edmund, but also activities offered by other parishes and organizations. Sign up for the newsletter HERE. For additional information: Marci Madary: [email protected]