The Parish Office will be CLOSED 12/23 - 1/6 due to Christmas/New Year holiday.
Ministry Groups
Family Faith Formation
St. George Church Family Faith Formation (formerly known as Religious Education) is available for children in grades K - 8th. Family Faith Formation students attend weekly in-classroom sessions on Sunday mornings from 9:00 am - 10:00 am.
CONTACT: Denise Dillard 815-939-1851 or stgeorgere@outlook.com
Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA)
Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (“RCIA”) is a program where catechists, sponsors and directors accompany adults on their faith journey. They are guided to enter or to complete their initiation. They are prepared to receive the Sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation.
All are welcome to join in the Journey in Faith. Many ordinary parishioners find the sessions helpful to develop their knowledge of their faith and their understanding of its traditions.
CONTACT: Parish Office 815-939-1851 or stgeorge@stgeorgeil.com
Family Ministry
Family Ministry partners with families to help them develop a strong family faith life. We strive to assist families to act on the values shown to us in the Gospel. We encourage all types and in all the stages of the family life cycle, to share their talents with the community. Together we can create a sense of belonging for all. Family Ministry sponsors many fun activities for all families to enjoy!
CONTACT: Debby Absher 815-939-1851 or sgfamilyministry@gmail.com
Viatorian Youth Ministry of Maternity BVM & St. George
We have many opportunities for fun, faith, fellowship and service for Junior High & High School students (grades 6-12).
CONTACT: Amanda Fierce 815-933-8285 ext. 335 or afierce@mbvm.org
Pastoral Care Team
Our Pastoral Care team visits and distributes Eucharist to the homebound and those in nursing homes at least once a week and visits those in the hospital. If you know someone who is in need of this Ministry or if you would like to assist with this Ministry, please contact Deacon Milt Leppert.
CONTACT: Deacon Milt Leppert 815-939-1851
Art & Environment Committee
St. George’s Art & Environment Committee is responsible for the beautification of the St. George Church. As the liturgical seasons change, the committee decorates God’s house with flowers, greenery, etc. This committee at St. George prides itself on being open and welcoming to new members.
CONTACT: Linda Mancuso 815-939-1851
Liturgy
Are you a friendly outgoing person? Do you like to read aloud? Are you interested in serving others? These questions can all be answered by participating in the liturgy. Greeters and Ushers are the first impression people have of St. George as they attend Mass. Profess the Word of God by being a lector. Sacristans prepare the Eucharistic Table for all the Masses. Eucharistic ministers serve during Communion.
CONTACT: Parish Office 815-939-1851 or stgeorge@stgeorgeil.com
Altar Servers
We encourage all of our Children of God (who are 4th graders or older and who have received First Holy Communion) to be Altar Servers. This is a way for children to serve and be an active part of their parish community. Training will be provided.
CONTACT: Parish Office at 815-939-1851 or stgeorge@stgeorgeil.com
Music Ministry
Music Ministry is open all ages. We have both adult and children's choirs. We also offer instrumental accompaniment.
CONTACT: Parish Office stgeorgechoir@stgeorgeil.com
Pastoral Council
CONTACT: Julie Lampley 815-939-1851
Peace & Justice Committee
CONTACT: Cathy Trezise/Bridget Markel 815-939-1851
Holy Name Society
CONTACT: Mark Dumas 815-939-1851
Garden Club
CONTACT: Anne Neal 815-939-1851
We invite you to join us as we celebrate the birth of our Savior!
Tuesday - 12/24 Christmas Eve:
3:00 pm (Children's Mass)
5:00 pm (Christmas Vigil)
Wednesday - 12/25 Christmas Day:
9:00 am (Christmas Mass)