Children's Liturgy of the Word

   

Children’s Liturgy of the Word

Beginning the weekend of February 25 & 26, 2023, Children’s Liturgy of the Word will be offered at all of our weekend Masses.  (Except when there is a Grade Level Mass at 10:30 am.)

We are in need of a few more volunteers – Leaders and Assistants – to continue this on past Lent.  (You would be able to be scheduled during the Mass you regularly attend.)

Please contact Margie Wilson in the RE Office at 708-301-3020 if you would like to help or want more information about this wonderful Ministry.  (Or via email [email protected])
 
All children between the ages of four to ten are invited to participate.  This Liturgy will provide age appropriate liturgical prayer, expand your child’s ability to understand the readings, and provide interaction with same age peers.  These Liturgies are led by adult members of the parish who are experienced in religious education.  Children are led out to the foyer after the opening prayer and return to their parents at the offertory.
 
We warmly invite our youngest members of the parish to participate in Children’s Liturgy of the Word. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend and participate as well. Before the onset of the Liturgy of the Word, all interested children gather with their leaders and assistants and proceed to our newly appointed Ava Maria Children’s Chapel. Weekly liturgies consist of age-appropriate readings, responses, reflections, and various hands-on activities to reinforce the Sunday Gospel message. These liturgies are interactive guided by adult instruction and incorporate peer learning. Additionally, all leaders have backgrounds in catechesis. Children then return to their families before the Liturgy of the Eucharist.

No registration is necessary.