The Tina Lillig Formation Center for Catechesis of the Good Shepherd

12/13/2025

Did Tina know that her life would continue to proclaim the Gospel even now? For all those eager to learn about CGS in our courses yet who somehow feel inadequate for the name of catechist, Tina's influence reaches across the years as we lift them up and seek to reveal this same deep knowing in each of them, for them, and most importantly for the children. We miss you, Tina, but you are never far from us, especially in the atrium

07/11/2025

The Level 1 replacement materials have made it to North Carolina and are safely in the hands of Micki Hill. Many thanks to those who donated funds, time, and materials to replace those lost in the devastating floods caused by Hurricane Helene last year, especially Rachel Faulman who organized every piece. Now on to Levels 2 and 3!

04/29/2025

TODDLER & PARENT TRAINING: From our friends at Mary, Seat of Wisdom in Park Ridge, IL:

Mary, Seat of Wisdom, Park Ridge hopes to host Parent and Toddler Training, June 23-28, 2025.

This training will equip catechists to give presentations to parents and their toddlers, equipping parents to become stronger leaders of faith formation in the home.

Our formation leader would be Davette Himes, of the Center for Children and Theology. Davette developed this program herself and offers training nationwide.

Time: Monday - Friday, June 23-28, most likely from 9:15 AM to 4:15 PM.

In order for us to move forward we need at least twelve committed persons, from MSW or outside the parish.

The cost for training would be $300.

For those interested:

Please respond to Beth Riordan ([email protected] ) ASAP if you are interested in this training. If the dates of 6/23-28 don't work, but you would be interested in training next summer (2026), let Beth know.

01/01/2025

Happy New Year! We are thrilled to announce that our Level 1 course for 2025 is a GO! In order to give some of you a little more time to register, we are extending registration to Jan 15 and shifting the start date to Feb 8th. Come join us!
https://www.tinalilligcenter.org/currentlevel1

12/30/2024

We know one of your New Year's resolutions is to take time for your spiritual self and we can help! Registration is closing on Tuesday for this new Level 1 course in Chicago - We're ready to help you keep your resolutions! 🙂

Level 1, Part 1 - #1-02504 Dates:       Part 1:  2025: Jan. 11, Feb. 8, April 5, May 10, Sept. 20, Oct. 18 Part 2 dates TBA Daily:         9 AM to 4 PM Location / Host:      St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church                                    ...

12/13/2024

Today, on the Feast of St. Lucy - "Light" - we remember our dear Tina and are forever grateful that she saw the Light in us even when we didn't recognize it in ourselves. When you add your Light to the world, it can only become better.

12/09/2024

As you're enjoying your preparations during Advent, don't forget to register for the new Level 1 course starting this January. The cutoff date is December 31, 2024 - Only 24 days away!!!

Level 1, Part 1 - #1-02504 Dates:       Part 1:  2025: Jan. 11, Feb. 8, April 5, May 10, Sept. 20, Oct. 18 Part 2 dates TBA Daily:         9 AM to 4 PM Location / Host:      St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church                                    ...

11/24/2024

Advent is almost here - a new beginning for new beginnings. Why not take that step and join our Level 1 course at St. Teresa of Avila starting in January? Learn more and register here! https://www.tinalilligcenter.org/currentlevel1

11/14/2024

We're so happy to announce a new Level 1 course beginning this January 2025 at St. Teresa of Avila in Chicago. Learn more and register here!

Level 1, Part 1 - #1-02504 Dates:       Part 1:  2025: Jan. 11, Feb. 8, April 5, May 10, Sept. 20, Oct. 18 Part 2 dates TBA Daily:         9 AM to 4 PM Location / Host:      St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church                                    ...

11/11/2024

Please note the updated Material Making / Gathering session at St. Giles in Oak Park on December 14th, beginning at 11:30am. You'll have the opportunity to experience the tradition of the Advent Circle Garden as well as spend time making materials for our friends in Asheville, NC! What an amazing way to reflect on Advent. More details will be sent to all who register for this event

The True Vine - We Are the Branches Supporting the CGS Community at The Cathedral of All Souls, Biltmore Village, Asheville, NC DONATE SIGN UP FOR SESSIONS In the wake of intense flooding caused by Hurricane Helene in late September 2024, we learned of the devastating damage to the atria at The Cath...

10/25/2024

We now have some dates set for Material Making / Collecting sessions in the Chicago area to help the CGS Community of The Cathedral of All Souls in Asheville, NC. Please visit the page link below to learn how you can be part of the effort to replace materials recently lost in the devastating flooding caused by Hurricane Helene

The True Vine - We Are the Branches Supporting the CGS Community at The Cathedral of All Souls, Biltmore Village, Asheville, NC DONATE SIGN UP FOR SESSIONS In the wake of intense flooding caused by Hurricane Helene in late September 2024, we learned of the devastating damage to the atria at The Cath...