St Julie Billiart Parish
7399 West 159th St. Tinley Park, IL 60477-1398
This page updated on 12/06/07

Formation Ministries

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Provide quality, lifelong religious formation
 at all levels, through educational programs

 

 

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SPECIAL RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PROGRAM
- SPRED -

 This is a catechesis program for developmentally disabled adults (over 22), welcoming them to the Christian community. This is a visual, hands on experience for them in their Christian faith.

  • Function-Helper Catechist:

    • They have a one-on-one relationship with a mentally handicapped person all year.

    • They work with them at the weekly sessions.

    • They are like special friends.

    Qualifications:

    responsible, loving person, who is willing to share their faith in this special way.

Although the program at St. Julie's is designed for developmentally disabled adults, if you are in need of special religious education for a child, for whatever reason, please contact the SPRED Chairperson who will be able to direct you to a neighboring parish that offers the program you need.

A one-day training session is provided for Helper Catechists.

People who are interested in helping with this program. are invited to call the Chairperson.

Please call us if you are interested in being a catechist, (429-1044).

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St Julie Billiart Church
Tinley Park, Il, USA

www.stjulie.org 

 

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