Looking back 100 years – The first bishop of Springfield
Looking back 100 yearsThe first bishop of SpringfieldBy KATIE OUBRE and P.J. OUBRE Special to the Catholic Times February 28, 2024, is the 100th anniversary of the installation of Bishop…
Read MoreYou’ve seen our diocesan coat of arms or crest, but what does it mean?
You’ve seen our diocesan coat of arms or crest, but what does it mean? Have you ever wondered what is the significance and symbolism of the Diocese of Springfield in…
Read MoreSDCCW opens scholarship competition for high school senior women
SDCCW opens scholarship competitionBy DIANE SCHLNDWEIN Managing Editor The Springfield Diocesan Council of Catholic Women (SDCCW) is once again inviting young women to apply for the SDCCW Female High School…
Read MoreBishop Paprocki issues statement on the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith’s declaration on blessings
On Dec. 18, 2023, the Vatican’s Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith issued a declaration titled, “Fiducia Supplicans,” On the Pastoral Meaning of Blessings. Bishop Thomas John Paprocki of…
Read MoreChristmas Mass schedule
The following parishes provided information to Catholic Times with a listing of their Christmas Mass schedule: SPRINGFIELD Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Christmas Eve, 4 p.m., 7 p.m.; Midnight; Christmas…
Read MoreEngineering challenge at Marquette Catholic H.S. ties faith, mission, and academics
ALTON – With the Adorers of the Blood of Christ closing their location of Ruma, IL (about 30 minutes south of Belleville), many of their religious items have been given…
Read MoreWhat is that used for?
There are several objects used before, during, and after the consecration during the holy Sacrifice of the Mass. Here, we provide you the names of these objects, what they are…
Read MoreYouth and adults from diocese inspired by National Catholic Youth Conference
By DIANE SCHLINDWEIN Managing Editor INDIANAPOLIS — Dozens of high school students from across the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois, along with their adult chaperones, grew deeper in their…
Read MoreGod’s grace in struggling with bipolar
By MARLA BAKER Special to Catholic Times God blessed me with a loving husband and three wonderful children. He gifted me nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He has guided me…
Read MoreBishop celebrates Red Mass, co-sponsored by new diocesan Catholic Bar Association
EDWARDSVILLE — Bishop Thomas John Paprocki celebrated a Red Mass for those in the legal profession Nov. 19 at St. Boniface Church in Edwardsville. The Mass was for lawyers, law…
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