"Feed my Sheep" - John 21:17

The Ministry of Care is a ministry of prayer, support and sacrament - to live out the Gospel message, to love and serve as Jesus did. As Ministers of Care, we share in the healing ministry of Jesus, the Good Shepherd. We have responded to His call to love and serve one another. Ministers are a sign of the community of the presence of the Lord among us today. Ministry is the gift of self-presence to others and being available to God's call. This is what our Lord asks of us.

Our Ministers of Care are available to visit and bring Eucharist to sick or homebound parishioners. If you know of someone who would like a visit, or if you are interested in contributing to the work of the Ministry of Care through a donation, please call Barbara Mares at the Ministry of Care office at 708-452-0150.

Ministry of Care Director: Barbara Mares - Ministry of Care office is located in the Pastoral Center and Hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Hospital Ministry:
Ministry. Visiting parishioners who are hospitalized to bring the love and concern of the community to them, praying with them and listening in a caring way, alert to other ways in which we may be of assistance to them. Bringing Eucharist.

Eucharistic Minister:
Ministry. Bringing Eucharist to homebound parishioners, praying with them and offering a loving and spiritual support to them.

Wake Visitation:
Ministry. Visiting families at the Funeral Home and conducting a prayer service.

Funeral Planning:
Ministry. Calling Barbara to plan the Mass for your loved one. She will help to choose the readings and music.

Bereavement - Good Grief:
Ministry. Providing support for those who have experienced the death of a child, sibling, spouse or friend.

Nursing Home Visitations:
Ministry. Visiting parishioners in nursing homes. Bringing Eucharist and being present to them in a caring way.

Care and Concern:
Ministry. Providing support for those who are dealing with an unexpected pregnancy.

Ministry of Praise:
Ministry. Energizing the life of the parish in response to a call from God. They serve Him and our parish by praying for all our intentions. We truly recognize their commitment and the power of their prayers.

Transportation Ministry:
Ministry. Providing rides to Mass, doctors, shopping and other needs for those unable to drive.

Food Pantry:
Ministry. Providing food for families in the community who are experiencing a temporary need for assistance. More information about this Program can be found under Social Outreach / Food Pantry.

Telephone Ministry:
Ministry. Providing a friendly phone call to those who have just returned from a hospital stay or who have experienced a death in the family.

Addiction Ministry:
Ministry. Provides understanding support and referral suggestions to those who are dealing with an addiction.

Elizabeth Ministry:
Ministry. An outreach to women in special times of motherhood. Provides affirmation, support, encouragement, and assist in response to the needs of women during their child birthing years.

St. Joseph the Worker:
Ministry. To help those in need of employment due to the loss of a job or those wishing to change employment because their job does not go along with their spiritual or moral beliefs.

Parish Sharing Ministry:
Ministry. Provides food and financial support for our sharing parish. More information about this Program can be found under Social Outreach / Sharing Parish.

Baptismal Preparation:
Ministry. Helps parents prepare to take on the responsibility of providing a faith-filled environment for their children. See also Sacraments / Baptism for more information.

Loaves and Fishes:
Ministry. A program to feed the needy a hot, home-cooked meal on a weekly basis. More information about this Program can be found under Social Outreach / Loaves and Fishes.

Senior Housing:
Ministry. Providing some spiritual, sacramental and social time to those living in this complex that are unable to attend mass.