St. Isidore Parish at 427 W. Army Trail Road, Bloomingdale, IL 60108-1390 US - K-6, Jr High, and Confirmation Faith Formation   The faith community of St. Isidore has the privileged responsibility of Initial Formation of the young people of our parish, preparing them for the moments when faith and life meet.

Our Vision Of Faith Formation

Every young person comes to class with a desire for truth and openness to the Word of God. Every response elicited through faith experiences will also deepen in the participant a willingness to be open to the power of the Holy Spirit and enliven the mind, body, and spirit with peace, lo, and joy.

We at St. Isidore Parish strive to meet the catechetical goals and objectives set forth by the Faith Formation Board, Education Formation Commission, Parish Council, Diocesan Faith Formation Office, and the National Catechetical Office. Every effort is made to empower all parents and guardians to be the primary religious educators of their children. It is our privilege to join parents as “partners” in their role as religious educators.

The Faith Formation Office works collaboratively with Junior and Senior High School Youth Ministry, St. Isidore School, and other Parish Staff to maintain the goal of providing the young person with opportunities to grow in faith and to come to an understanding of what it means to be a Catholic Christian.

A focus on the family is an important goal for both Faith Formation and all education ministry programs. The lives of the family and the parish are strongly interwoven. The growth of the family and the growth of the parish parallel each other. One cannot survive without the other. As a parish our goal is to empower families to realize their potential for growth and continued nurturing by offering opportunities for family involvement. The life of the parish is the families involved. Our intent is to enable all people to be aware and attentive to the importance of family involvement and togetherness.
 

Get Involved!

Catechist, Co-Catechist, Substitute Catechist
Share your faith with young people grades pre-school through grade 8. Must be a confirmed, practicing Catholic 18 years of age or older. Teach your own class, teach with a friend, or be a substitute. Training is provided. Classes meet once a week September through April. Meeting days are Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon/evenings, and Saturday mornings.  Catechist Commitment Form

Special Education “Buddy” Catechists
Be a “Buddy” to a student in our special religious education program. This one to one ministry can include Sacramental preparation for Reconciliation, Eucharist, and Confirmation. Coordinated by Certified Special Ed Teachers. Volunteer Commitment Form

Office Volunteer
Checking attendance making phone calls, answering phones, mailings and other office projects. Work during RE class times or on call days year round.  Volunteer Commitment Form

Hall & Parking lot Monitors
During RE class times, greet visitors at the main doors, monitor hallways or parking lot for safety, gather attendance folders, make sure cars are parked legally & safely, and run errands for Catechists and office staff.  Volunteer Commitment Form

Childcare
Care for the young children and infants of Catechists and other Volunteers during class times or for occasional catechist and parent meetings during the year. Childcare volunteers may bring their own children.  Volunteer Commitment Form

Camp St. Isidore
One week Summer experience for children preschool through fifth grade (ages 4-11), June 24-28, 2013. Serve as an adult camp leader or youth volunteer (ages 12-17). Other jobs include craft workers, activity directors, “Bible” performers, and refreshment staff. Email us for more information.

 

Email us if you have questions or call the Faith Formation Office, 630-529-9191.