Administration & Fellowship
Parish Office (Weekdays) – Help with parish mailings or answer the phone on those occasions that office personnel has meetings or prayer days. Contact: Parish Office (630) 377-2797. Commitment: Varies.
Family Social Committee – Plan, solicit helpers for, and implement family-centered social events throughout the year. Contact: Becky Kowaleski (630) 377-2797. Commitment: Varies
Parish Mission Receptions – Serve simple refreshments after each evening of the Parish Mission. Commitment: arrive 30 minutes before the Mission begins and remain about 30 minutes after the mission concludes.
Building & Grounds Special Projects: Mulch spreading, gardening, other odd jobs as the need arises. Coordinator: Gail Quinn (630) 377-2797. Commitment: As needed.
Emergency Preparedness: Join others with a background in safety to help ensure a safe and secure environment. Contact: Parish Office (630) 377-2797. Commitment: six times per year.
Parish Nursing – This is a new endeavor for St. John Neumann that attempts to integrate health and healing with faith and the faith community. If you have a background in health care, consider volunteering with this program to share your expertise as a resource to those facing challenges with health. Volunteers are also needed to help organize and supervise events. Contact Nancy Houser (630) 377-2797 ext 108 for more information.
Hope for the Bereaved – The HOPE ministry at St. John Neumann offers support and companionship on the grief journey. We are here for parishioners who have recently lost a loved one and desire one-on-one visits from a bereavement volunteer. To learn more, please contact JoAnn Heller (630) 513-2709 or Gerri Markel (630) 444-1614.