Presenting the annual St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Award
By ANDREW HANSENEditor We asked people from across the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois what Catholic teacher in our schools is making a big difference in the classroom? What teacher…
Read MoreSt. Thomas principal Bierman wins recognition for her great leadership
By DIANE SCHLINDWEINManaging Editor NEWTON — Sometimes excellent work really is rewarded. As a fine example of that truth, within the last 18 months, St. Thomas School principal Jill Bierman…
Read MoreFrom police sergeant to kindergarten teacher
Mr. Dahlkamp calls teaching ‘a breath of fresh air’ By DIANE SCHLINDWEINManaging Editor Steve Dahlkamp makes teaching kindergarten look easy. Observing his calm and reassuring way of interacting with the…
Read MoreAll in the family
All in the familyMothers, daughters choose careers at same Catholic school By DIANE SCHLINDWEINManaging Editor JERSEYVILLE — Although children sometimes choose to follow in their parent’s career footsteps, three mothers…
Read MoreAnnual Mission Mass draws students, faculty from all over diocese
By DIANE SCHLINDWEINManaging Editor Bishop Thomas John Paprocki was the main celebrant and the homilist for the annual Missionary Childhood Association Mission Mass on Oct. 8. Faculty members and parents…
Read MoreCatholic schools welcome new principals
By DIANE SCHLINDWEINManaging Editor As the 2025-2026 school year is getting underway, two Catholic high schools and five Catholic grade schools in the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois are welcoming…
Read MoreGrandfather of Pope Leo XIV is Quincy University Alumnus
QUINCY, Ill. – Pope Leo XIV (born Robert Francis Prevost) is a native of Chicago and the first Roman Pontiff born in the United States, but his family’s journey also…
Read MoreMajor renewal of Catholic faith happening now in schools and PSR programs
Why our diocese is ‘on the verge of a major renewal of Catholic faith vitality in the schools and PSR programs’ Parents, why you play the pivotal role in this…
Read MorePositive and Holy Changes: How our Catholic schools are becoming even more Catholic
New endeavors happening now are better equipping our teachers and students to live as authentic disciples of Christ The Diocese of Springfield in Illinois is proud of our Catholic schools…
Read MoreTeacher at Little Flower School in Springfield wins 2025 St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Award
‘You never know what impact you are making, but this happens, and it truly answers that question’ Teacher at Little Flower School in Springfield wins 2025 St. Elizabeth Ann Seton…
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