DIRECTOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

Sr. Luanne Wilhelm is a Sister of the Living Word (SLW) and the Director of Religious Education who, with the help of an Administrative Assistant, support staff and religious education board, is responsible for the parish’s catechetical ministry. Sr. Luanne administers, develops and supervises the Sacred Heart Parish School of Religion as well as develops and administers, in collaboration with school principal Sr. Kathleen Donnelly, OP, the sacramental celebrations and preparation of parents and students for First Eucharist, Reconciliation and Confirmation.

Her position includes recruiting, training and supervising approximately 90 catechists and aides, as well as parent/catechist formation. Prior to coming to Sacred Heart in July 2008, Sr. Luanne served as Director of Religious Education in a number of parishes, including Bensenville, Oak Park, Deerfield and Lake Forest. She received her Master’s degree in Religious Studies from Providence College in Providence, R.I. and is a certified DRE in the Archdiocese of Chicago. Sr. Luanne is also a graduate of the Institute of Spiritual Companionship and is a trained spiritual director.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Mrs. Kathy Davis is full time in the Religious Education office assisting Sr. Luanne with the daily functions of the office. The office is open year round, Monday - Friday, 9 am to 4:30 pm.
Contact info: 847-446-6535 or shre@shre.org.