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Justin Frato Director of Faith Formation
630-553-6671, ext. 13
JustinFrato@StPatrickYorkville.org

Deborah Smith, Commission Head
630-553-7182
DebbieSmith@StPatrickYorkville.org

The Faith Formation Commission is concerned with the evangelization and catechesis of all members of the parish, from pre-school through senior citizens. The duties of the Faith Formation Commission are: to determine the formation needs of the parish, coordinate and promote all parish faith formation programs, evaluate the effectiveness of these programs, cooperate in diocesan faith formation endeavors, inform the parish at large about the faith formation offerings of the parish, and promote services and programs for strengthening family life for those married and preparing to marry.

The Faith Formation Commmission is directly responsible for the following R.C.I.A. (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults), , Marriage and Baptismal Preparation Program, Adult Formation, and Religious Education for children (formerly referred to as CCD).

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults)

If you or someone you know is interested in becoming Catholic or completing their Sacraments of Initiation (Eucharist and Confirmation) please contact Justin Frato to find out more about this process.We currently meet on Tuesday evenings from 7-9 p.m. in the Parish Center.

Catholicism 101

Stop in any time for this weekly class running September-March which surveys the basic teachings of the Catholic Church found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. We meet on Thursday evenings in the Parish Center from 7:00-8:15 p.m. Listen to weekly lectures online: Catholicism 101 Talks

Bible Study

Our parish uses The Great Adventure Bible System, a dynamic, multimedia approach to learning the Scriptures. A study of the Gospel of Matthew will begin in the Spring. Please E-Mail Deacon Don Cyr for more information or contact him at 630-553-6671 ext. 14.

Light of the World Evangelization Process

We are in the process of launching this new evangelization process at St. Patrick’s. The Light of the World Process helps adults to encounter the life-changing love of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit through a retreat weekend, small faith communities, and various other events.  We hope to hold our first retreat in the Fall of 2010.  Stay tuned for more details!

Marriage Preparation

Volunteer couples who have a good marital relationship with each other are trained to administer the FOCCUS interview with engaged couples. Most couples will take two to three sessions to complete the process. Couples will also meet with the priest or deacon witnessing their marriage. Please call one year in advance to prepare for your wedding.

Baptismal Preparation for Parents

Parents wishing to have their children baptized must attend classes to assist them in preparing to raise their children in the Catholic Faith. Call Parish Office to register for class and set date of baptism.

Religious Education for Youth (CCD)

We offer religious education from kindergarten through eighth grade, giving the children an opportunity to learn and to grow in the Catholic Faith with others in their grade level.  During the children’s Second and Eighth Grade year, special attention is paid to the preparation for the Sacraments of First Communion and Confirmation.  We use the Faith and Life Series from Ignatius Press, which has the personal recommendation of Pope Benedict the XVI!  Classes are held on Monday - Wednesdays during the school year.

Monday 4:30–5:30 p.m. & 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Tuesday 5:00–6:00p.m.
Wednesday 4:30–5:30p.m. & 6:30–7:30
Wednesday 6:30–8:15p.m. – 8 Grade

Religious Education Event Dates

First Reconciliation: Saturday, February 20^th1 p.m.

Second Grade Jesus Day: Sunday, March 21^st from 1-4 p.m.

First Communion: Saturday, May 1^st1 p.m. or Sunday, May 2^nd 2 p.m.

Confirmation: Friday, May 14^th 7 p.m.

Religious Education Documents

First Sacrament Information Sheet

First Sacrament Letter to Parents

Confirmation Information Sheet

Confirmation Letter to Parents

Confirmation Service Hour Log

Confirmation Candidate/Sponsor Sheet 1

Confirmation Candidate/Sponsor Sheet 2

Confirmation Candidate/Sponsor Sheet 3

Certificate to Serve as Sponsor Form

Catechists for Religious Education Classes

Adults teach our Catholic faith to students, kindergarten through eighth grade, who attend public schools. See the schedule above. Classes usually run from the end of August through May. Training provided.

Other Volunteers

We are always in need of volunteers to serve as catechist aides, traffic control persons, and office helpers.

Vacation Bible School

Introducing Totus Tuus Summer Camp for youth at St. Patrick’s, the week of June 27!

 Click here for more details:

Totus Tuus Flyer

Totus Tuus Registration Form