Through the efforts of dedicated parishioners and staff members alike, St. Juliana Parish is able to offer members of its faith community a variety of services and support, as well as the means with which to be of greater service to members in need. Parishioners interested in participating in any of the parish ministry groups should contact the parish business office.

Bereavement Ministry

Our bereavement ministers seek to witness Christ's love for His flock by sharing with fellow parishioners the loss of a loved one by their presence... to be available to assist family and friends in whatever way possible... and to support the parish community with love and compassion. When our office is notified of a death, the bereavement ministers will be contacted and one will call on the family of the deceased to offer assistance with planning the liturgical services. ... [read more]

Contact Joyce Browne (773.631.4127) to reach the bereavement ministry directly.

Christ Renews His Parish (CRHP)

Through scripture, prayer and sharing with others, CRHP provides a wonderful opportunity for men and women to grow in their faith, get closer to the Lord, and to meet other parishioners. Currently the women's group hosts about CRHP weekends each year. For more information, contact Sharon Brabson through the parish office (773.631.4127).

Family Liturgy

This group of parents is involved in planning and assisting our Family Liturgy services. Their goal is to include children in Sunday mass through reading, creative art work or other activities that reflect the meaning of the season. Family Liturgies are generally held once each month at the 9:00 AM mass. Please contact Pam Francisco (773.631.2239) to become involved.

Finance Council

The council exists to "...involve parishioners in assuming appropriate stewardship for the spiritual and financial health of their faith community." The council meets regularly to project and plan the resources required to sustain and grow ... [read more]

Eucharistic Ministers

These men and women serve our parish through the distribution of Holy Communion at mass. They share the wonderful gift of Jesus' presence in the lives of many. Pam Francisco (773.631.2239) can provide more information about joining our EM team.

Friendship Club

This lively club ministers to the Saint Juliana seniors community (age 55 +). They meet once each month and celebrate each other with fellowship, Bingo, guest speakers and performs and various outings. Contact Joyce Browne for information about joining this young-at-heart group.

Health Services

Our Health Services Coordinator, Cindy Brennan, is committed to wellness and healing ministries of our parish. She facilitates many programs, including blood pressure screening, the blood drive, American Red Cross baby-sitting training, and the Health Fair. Cindy can be contacted through the business office.

Joyful Now

This group is open to any widow or widower of our parish. Our monthly gatherings include socializing, guest speakers, and great discussions. We come together with a joyful spirit to celebrate life, Please contact Joyce Browne for more information.

Kaleidoscope

Our parish newspaper, it was established to enhance communication to all parishioners by providing in-depth coverage of parish events and organizations. It also aims to promote Christian ideas and values through pertinent articles and information shared by its editors, reporters, parish staff, professionals, and parishioner contributions. It is mailed to more than than 2,700 registered parish households. Contact Laurie Olbrisch or Marge Ludwig through the parish office (773.631.4127) to submit an article or purchase an advertisement.

Lectors/Commentators

This ministry shares the Word of the Lord through reading at mass and other liturgical services. This role also includes commentating at mass and sharing information through announcements at services. To become a member of this team please contact Pam Francisco (773.631.2239).

Liturgy Team

This group plans all of the Sunday and special holy day liturgies celebrated in the parish. They bring together the theme, readings and music for our many celebrations of the Eucharist. They also do a wonderful job decorating our church and chapel. We welcome new members; please contact Pam Francisco (773.631.2239) for more information.

Men's Club

This group is primarily a social organization and it also enjoys contributing to parish causes and supplying volunteers for parish needs and events. Our primary goal is to bring together in a spirit of community the men of the parish, with all their various occupations and age groups. The club meets on the second Monday of each month at 7:30 PM in the school hall. No invitation necessary -- just show up!

Ministry to the Sick

A group of dedicated men and women who, along with the priests and deacons, visit private homes, hospitals and nursing homes; act as Ministers of Communion outside of mass; and try to be a bridge to the whole parish community. Contact our Ministers of Care through business office to ensure that your sick, elderly or shut-in family member receives the Church's Eucharist, prayers and visitations. If you are interested in joining our Ministers of Care team please contact Deacon Ed Dolan through the parish business office (773.631.4127).

Music Ministry

Like to sing? Play musical instruments? Join your fellow parishioners in bringing spiritual sounds to our community by becoming involved in one of our music ministry programs.

Order of St. Francis

This group of lay volunteers comes together to promote living the gospel much in the way St. Francis did. Members attend mass daily when possible and continuously look for ways to serve God's poor throughout the world. Through monthly meetings decisions are made how to best raise funds and reach those who need it most. Please contact this group through the parish office (773.631.4127).

Pastoral Council

Our Parish Pastoral Council is an enthusiastic, compassionate, faith-filled community participating in the ministry of the Church. We are witnesses of the Good News, and through example and prayer we live the Gospel message. Through active listening we strive to determine and understand the diverse needs of our parish and community. We minister to these needs by inviting and empowering others to become involved in meeting the spiritual, temporal and social needs of all. We partner with the pastor and staff to support existing parish life, to create vision, and to plan for the future.

Religious Education

For information about receiving instruction in (or teaching) the Sacraments to students not currently enrolled in our school, please contact the Director of Religious Education, Pam Francisco (773.631.2239).

Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA)

This program guides adults in beginning or continuing on their path to becoming fully initiated Roman Catholics. A candidate for RCIA might be someone who has not been baptized, was baptized in another Christian tradition, or a baptized Catholic who has not fully received all three sacraments of initiation; Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation. ... [read more]

SPRED (Special Religious Education)

This very active ministry provides guidance and encouragement to the developmentally disabled young adults of our parish. Through bi-weekly meetings these young adults are able to learn about their faith, socialize and feel an integral part of the parish. Once each month SPRED members serve at the 10:30 AM mass, allowing them to contribute to the parish community. To join or volunteer, please contact Ann Kelly (773.631.4127) through the parish office.

St. Vincent de Paul Society

This is a lay association of volunteers who come together to enhance their personal spiritual growth and development. An outgrowth of this spirituality is the acting out of their faith commitment to serve others, including the needy of our immediate community, the greater Chicago community and the Church throughout Chicago. This organization's efforts are supported through the generosity of Saint Juliana parishioners. Contact the parish office (773.631.4127) to become involved.

Sunday School

This program is open to 3-, 4- and 5- year old children. We meet twice monthly from September through April during the 9:00 AM mass. Religious instruction is presented in a simple way to Jesus' Little Ones through various age-appropriate activities through which they can understand more about God, Jesus and the Bible. Contract Pam Francisco (773.631.2239) to learn more about registration for this program.

Ushers

The ushers serve as greeters at mass and other liturgies, welcome and assisting all who come to celebrate at our parish. Ushers are always needed; contract the parish office (773.631.4127) for more information.