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A Message from Our Pastor
Dear Parishioners,
This week, January 29 th – February 4 th , we celebrate "Catholic Schools Week". The theme this year is "Faith, Academics, Service". This theme speaks not only about a belief in God but transforms us into a people who fulfill the mission of Christ to serve others with unconditional love. Each day the school children shall demonstrate "Faith, Academics, Service" in a different setting: in our Parish, our Community, our Students, our Nation, our Vocations, our Faculty, Staff and Volunteers.
As pastor, I am proud of St. Gilbert Catholic School. We have an outstanding, dedicated Principal, Mrs. Allison O'Connor. Under her guidance, our Faculty, Staff and Volunteers are committed and enthusiastic about working with the children entrusted to them – sharing their beliefs, wisdom and Christian example.
Join us on Friday, February 3 rd , for the School's Open House. We invite prospective families to tour our facilities from 5:00pm-6:00pm and for everyone to visit from 6:00pm- 8:00pm. Share this news with friends considering Catholic education for their children. They will be impressed with our children's "Faith, Academics, Service".
Peace,
Fr. Gene
Is RCIA for YOU?
If you sense a stronger relationship with God is needed in your life; and you have not been Baptized, or you have been Baptized in another faith tradition or have not completed your Catholic initiation with Confirmation and Eucharist, then you should inquire into the RCIA process. Contact Fr. Gene: 847-223-4731 or
eugenenowak@hotmail.com
If you have a school-age child
not baptized or baptized in another faith tradition or a child in third grade who has not yet received their First Communion, contact Sr. Donna at the Religious Education Office (847-223-3071). She will explain to you the "Rejoice In God" program for you and your child. Welcome!