"Can you tell which one of these pictures is really me? I am the fun loving Jesus freak father of eight who goes to a bunch of churches and shares a few stories, ideas, facts, games, crafts, and things that bring people joyfully closer to Christ. Oh, I’m also a DRE, Jr. High Youth Minister, Parish Computer Manager, and a bunch of other stuff listed below."

Seriously and Professionally

John is a 57 year old DRE, Jr. High Youth Minister, and father of eight from St. Peter Parish in Geneva. Bachelor's degree in Applied Behavior Sciences from National Louis University, graduate and instructor of the Joliet Diocese Pastoral Leadership Program, Certified Catechist teaching Jr. High religious education for the past 12 years, Co-founder of St. Isidore's & St. Peter's men's spirituality groups, Past Coordinator of PADS program, "Respect Life Ministry", Co-founder of "Camp Emmaus" men's spirituality camp-out, Author and Publisher of "Fax of Life" and "He Is Always Near", Lay presider of communion prayer services and vigils for the deceased. Retreat facilitator for both Jr. High and Adults. Engaged in public speaking for past 9 years.

Current Ministry

Academic Background

BIO and Event Flier Information

Adult Formation: JohnL-AF.PDF

Religious Education: John-RE.PDF

Youth Ministry: JohnL-YM.PDF

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