Have you heard the Good News? Calling children (and Adults!) to the Children's Liturgy of the Word at Ascension Church.

Leaders who guide our weekly Children's Liturgy of the Word provide children ages 4-8 an opportunity to experience the Liturgy of the Word in a context more suited to their age and experience. Children hear the Scripture, sing the Psalm, and participate in a dialogue homily, which allows greater access and understanding of the Word of God.

• Age requirement - High school or older.
• Commitment - Typically once each month. Volunteers sign up 3-4 months in advance.

We have two volunteer positions at each Mass. A leader and a reader. Children's Liturgy of the Word takes place on the second (February 8, 2026) and fourth (February 22, 2026) Sundays of the month at the 10:30 AM Mass at Ascension Church. Please contact us to volunteer or learn more.

WEEKEND READINGS - Some parents read the weekend scriptures to their children throughout the week. You can find simple versions of the readings from the Children’s Lectionary at https://www.pflaum.com/readings/ - If you want to talk to your child about the readings, try starting a discussion by asking a question like the one below. You might be surprised by the answers.

JANUARY 25, 2026 - In today's Gospel we read that Jesus called his friends; Peter and Andrew, James and John to follow him and spread the good news about God's kingdom. At your Baptism Jesus called you to follow him and bring his light to the people who are sad or lonely, sick or frightened. How can you do that?

For more information or to volunteer for this ministry, please contact:

• Laura Kelley, Catechesis of Good Shepherd Coordinator, at [email protected].
• JaneAnne Campbell, Parish Liturgy Coordinator, at (708) 848-2703 or [email protected].