Diocese of Springfield in Illinois

When I go to Mass, during the Eucharistic Prayer, the priest blesses the host that he consumes, but the unleavened bread that is given to the congregation is not taken…

Why does the Church teach that Jesus died on the cross to redeem us from our sins when Second Isaiah states that God blots out our transgressions for his own…

My husband and I were both raised as Catholics. He divorced long before I met him and subsequently married him. My question is, have I been excommunicated because of this…

In the Apostle’s Creed we pray, “(Jesus) suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried; he descended into hell.” What do we mean that Jesus descended into Hell?…

I have long thought organ donation was a loving and humane service to those in medical need. I have my desire to be an organ donor on my current license.…

I understand the church recognizes Protestant’s baptism, and I understand why they cannot participate in the Sacrament of the Eucharist, but I am absolutely dumbfounded as to why they can’t…

During Mass we sometimes say the Nicene Creed and sometimes the Apostles Creed. What determines which creed is to be said? – Mary in Springfield Dear Mary, The General Instruction…

Hey, Father! Is there any benefit to praying in a sacred language such as Latin, Greek, Hebrew, or Aramaic? Is it true that exorcisms are more effective when the priest…

What is the procedure if the Eucharist is dropped during the distribution of holy Communion? – Jim in our diocese Whether through simple inattentiveness or by way of a genuine…

I see that St Patrick’s Day falls on a Friday during Lent again this year. So, I assume Bishop Paprocki will not give us permission to enjoy Corned Beef in…