St. Norbert and Our Lady of the Brook Parish
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Eucharist

Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity

In the Eucharist, through the power of the Holy Spirit, the bread and wine that are brought to the altar become truly Jesus Christ in the flesh.

"Jesus said to them, 'Amen, amen, I say to you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood, you do not have life within you. Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life, and I will raise him on the last day. For my flesh is true food, and my blood is true drink. Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood remains in me and I in him." John 6:53-56

Find Faith Formation Registration Information Here.

First Holy Communion

​The preparation for First Communion and First Reconciliation is an exciting time for your children. They will finally get to sit at the Big table and receive the Eucharist along with the members of their family and friends. During the academic year they will learn about the true presence of Jesus in the Eucharist and how Jesus nourishes us in the sacrament. Likewise, they will learn about their responsibility of keeping their hearts open to the love of Jesus and how the sacrament of Reconciliation helps that. We will use a combination of resources for the sacramental preparation: Together in Jesus lesson sheets and Blessed First Reconciliation & First Communion videos.

Traditionally, these sacraments are received during a child’s second grade year. For those students who missed preparation, we will work with you to help your children make these sacraments. Parents should email JoEllen at [email protected] to arrange a discussion about the options.

You can find complete information about sacramental preparation for First Communion and First Reconciliation here. 

Eucharistic Adoration

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On the first Wednesday of every month, as well as every Wednesday during Lent, exposition and adoration of the Blessed Sacrament takes place at St. Norbert. This can be a beautiful way to spend time with the Lord and speak to Him heart to heart.


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    Questions about the First Communion process? Is your child past second grade and is ready to pursue the Sacrament? Fill out this form. One of our staff will get in touch with you.
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St. Norbert and Our Lady of the Brook Parish
1809 Walters Avenue
Northbrook, IL 60062
(847) 272-7090

  • About
    • Welcome/Register
    • Clergy and Staff: contact us
    • Parish History
    • Mission Statement
  • Get Involved
    • ALPHA
    • Become Catholic (OCIA)
    • Liturgical Ministries
    • Faith Formation/RE
    • Totus Tuus
    • Children's Liturgy
    • Youth Ministry
    • Outreach Ministries
    • Leadership
    • Ministry Catalog
    • Room Requisition
  • Sacraments
    • Baptism
    • Confirmation
    • First Eucharist
    • Reconciliation
    • Anointing of the Sick
    • Marriage
    • Holy Orders
    • Funerals
  • St. Norbert School
  • Communication
    • Bulletin
    • E-Newsletters
    • Flocknote
    • Renew My Church