St. Gabriel Youth Group Visits The Shrine of Christ’s Passion

 On Nov. 3rd, members of the St. Gabriel Youth Group traveled to St. John, Indiana to visit The Shrine of Christ’s Passion. The group prayerfully walked outside on a half-mile winding pathway that was lined with the stations of the Cross. The event helped the teens to experience the Passion of Christ as they visited each of the stations. There were 40 life size bronze statues that showed the deep emotion and pain that Jesus suffered for us. The stations ended with Jesus’ Resurrection and Ascension into heaven. After the visit to the Shrine, the group visited the large (3 story tall) statue of the Blessed Mother that was commissioned for the Millennium  and has been viewed by thousands of Catholics all through Chicago. Its permanent home is now located right next to the Shrine. This was a powerful religious experience for the Youth – one teen even expressed being moved to tears by the visit. If anyone wants to join our group (in grades 8-12), please contact Fr. Rich, the moderator, at 773-268-9595.

Below are some pictures of the Youth Group

Saint Gabriel Announces Eighth Grade Class Officers 

             As students enter eighth grade at Saint Gabriel, they are given a special opportunity to become leaders of the school and represent the entire class. These students were picked by their classmates because of their outstanding character and leadership skills.

            This year, serving as President is Matt Carroll. Vice President is Mary Margaret Allen and Secretary is Carly Thiel. The class Treasurer is Danie Botica, Captain of Patrol is Luke Hermle, and the Lieutenant of Patrol is Colleen Barnotes. Ms. Griffin and the Class of 2013 are excited and proud of the new Class Officers. Congratulations!