2026 Vacation Bible School—June 15 to 17
Step through the mist into Rainforest Falls, overflowing with wild waterfalls, towering trees, and colorful creatures. Beneath a canopy of chattering birds and howling monkeys, kids plunge into a lifelong adventure of discovering the nature of God. They’ll explore what it means to be rooted in relationship with God, their creator, a safe place in life’s storms.
The 2026 VBS program will run for three consecutive days for children going into kindergarten (currently in PreK) through 6th grade (currently in 5th grade) in the fall of 2026.
Fees: $35.00/child before 4/15, $45.00/child after 4/15. Registration will close on 5/29.
As the faith community of St. Isidore, we all have the privileged responsibility of providing initial formation for the young people of our parish,
preparing them for the moments when faith and life meet.
Contact us any time at faithformation@stisidoreparish.org or (630) 529-9191.
2026–2027 Registration Link & Forms/Enlace y formularios de inscripción 2026–2027
NEW THIS YEAR is a digital registration system that has THREE STEPS. Registration will NOT be considered complete until the digital form is submitted, the Permission/Medical Release for Minors is emailed, and payment (online or cash/check) has been received by the Faith Formation office. Como NOVEDAD este año, contamos con un sistema de inscripción digital que consta de TRES pasos. La inscripción NO se considerará completa hasta que se envíe el formulario digital, se remita por correo electrónico el Permiso/Autorización Médica para Menores y la Oficina de Formación en la Fe haya recibido el pago (ya sea en línea o en efectivo/cheque).
Step 1: Complete Digital Registration Form/Paso 1: Complete el formulario de registro digital
Step 2: Complete Permission/Medical Release for Minors/Paso 2: Completar el formulario de permiso y autorización médica para menores.
Complete one per student and email all to faithformation@stisidoreparish.org. Complete uno por estudiante y envíelos todos por correo electrónico a faithformation@stisidoreparish.org.
Step 3: Pay online or in person (cash/check)/Paso 3: Pague en línea o en persona (efectivo/cheque).
Payment Methods/Métodos de pago: Check (payable to St Isidore Faith Formation), Cash, or Online Credit Card (3% fee per transaction). Cheque (a nombre de St Isidore Faith Formation), efectivo, o tarjeta de crédito en línea (3% de tarifa portransacción). Use the chart to calculate total tuition owed. Utilice la tabla para calcular el total de la matrícula adeudada.
Click here for information on First Communion.
Volunteer & Catechist Resources
To foster a safe environment for children and vulnerable adults, the Diocese of Joliet requires that church personnel (clergy, seminarians, diaconal candidates, religious, employees, and volunteers who work with minors and/or vulnerable adults) comply with the safe environment compliance requirements of the diocese. For more information, please see the Volunteer section of our website:
Our Vision of Faith Formation
Every young person comes to class with a desire for truth and an openness to the Word of God. Every response stimulated through faith experiences will also deepen in the participant a willingness to be open to the power of the Holy Spirit and invigorate the mind, body and spirit with peace, love and joy.
At St. Isidore Parish, we strive to meet the catechetical goals and objectives set forth by our Parish Pastoral Council, the Diocesan Faith Formation Office and the National Catechetical Office. Every effort is made to empower all parents and guardians to be the primary religious educators of their children. It is our privilege to join parents as “partners” in their role as religious educators.
The Faith Formation Office works collaboratively with Connect Youth Ministry, St. Isidore Catholic School, and parish staff to maintain the goal of providing our young people with opportunities to grow in faith and to come to an understanding of what it means to be a Catholic Christian.
A focus on the family is an important goal for both Faith Formation and all education ministry programs. The lives of the family and the parish are strongly interwoven. The growth of the family and the growth of the parish parallel each other. One cannot survive without the other. As a parish, our goal is to empower families to realize their potential for growth and continued nurturing by offering opportunities for family involvement. Our intent is to enable all people to be aware of and attentive to the importance of family involvement and togetherness.
Get Involved!
Catechist, Co-Catechist or Substitute Catechist
Share your faith with young people in Kindergarten through 8th grade. You must be a confirmed, practicing Catholic, 18 years or older. You can teach your own class, teach with a friend, or be a substitute. Training is provided. Classes meet once a week September through April and you can choose among Tuesday/Wednesday afternoon/evenings or Saturday mornings.
Hall & Parking lot Monitors
During class times, greet visitors at the main doors, monitor hallways and parking lot for safety, gather attendance folders, make sure cars are parked legally and safely, and run errands for catechists and office staff.
Office Volunteer
Check attendance, make phone calls, answer phones, prepare mailings, and complete other office projects. Can work during class times or on an agreed-upon schedule year round.
Special Education “Buddy” Catechists
Be a “Buddy” to a mainstream student with special needs in our religious education program. This one-to-one ministry can include sacramental preparation for Reconciliation, First Eucharist and Confirmation. Coordinated by Certified Special Education Teachers, the Director of Religious Education and the Classroom Catechist.