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SUMMARY:Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend Experience
DESCRIPTION:Renew your Sacrament\, deepen your communication\, strengthen your relationship\, and rekindle your romance by attending a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience. \n\nWhere: Villa Maria Retreat Center\, 1903 E. Lake Shore Drive\, Springfield\, IL 62712\nWhen: Friday\, October 9\, 2026 at 7pm until Sunday\, October 11\, 2026. The weekend experience wraps up with Sunday mass which ends at 4pm.\n\nSign up now as space is limited! Application fee is $200 per couple with an opportunity for a free will donation on Sunday. For more information or to apply\, go to https://www.wwme.org or call Terry & Eric Engholm at 314-649-7317. \nClick here to download the Flyer
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SUMMARY:Called and Courageous Women's Conference
DESCRIPTION:Living with Purpose and Understanding Our Worth \nWhat is holding you back from trusting God more deeply? \nLife is full of highs and lows—and sometimes it’s hard to recognize where God is in the middle of it all. At this conference\, you’re invited to encounter Him in the real\, messy\, beautiful moments of everyday life. \nThrough inspiring talks and meaningful reflection\, you’ll explore how your emotions shape your spiritual life and learn to challenge the lies that lead to self-doubt\, comparison\, and discouragement. You’ll walk away with practical tools to recognize God’s presence\, deepen your prayer life\, and live with greater confidence in your identity as His beloved daughter. \nJoin women from across the diocese for a day of renewal\, encouragement\, and connection. Discover your God-given worth—and step boldly into a life of freedom\, courage\, and purpose. \nNo matter your season of life—single\, married\, divorced\, widowed\, young adult\, or retired—you belong here. \n \nEvent Details\nSaturday\, October 10\, 2026Christ the King Parish Center1930 Barberry DriveSpringfield\, IL 62704 \nWomen ages 18+Cost: $30Registration Deadline: October 1 \nRegister HEREQuestions? Contact Gracie at 217-321-1124 or gortiz@dio.org \nFeatured Speaker\nDr. Mary Ruth HackettCatholic author\, speaker\, and podcast host\, Dr. Hackett integrates the richness of the Catholic faith with insights from developmental psychology to help women discover their true identity and purpose. \nWith a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology\, she speaks nationally on spiritual identity\, discernment\, and living as beloved daughters of God. She is the author of Daughter by Design and co-author of Discernment of Spirits for Beginners\, equipping women to hear God’s voice and navigate everyday spiritual challenges. She also hosts the Parenting Smarts podcast. \nA wife and mother of four\, Dr. Hackett brings warmth\, wisdom\, and practical insight drawn from both her professional work and her lived experience of faith. \n \nConference Schedule\n9:00 am – Mass9:30 am – Sign-in (coffee\, pastries\, fruit)10:00 am – Talk 110:45 am – Reflection11:00 am – Talk 211:45 am – Reflection12:00 pm – Lunch (provided by Café Moxo; choose from 6 options)1:00 pm – Talk 32:00 pm – Small Group Discussion2:30 pm – Large Group Q&A3:00–4:00 pm – Adoration (Confession available) \nOptional: 4:30 pm Vigil Mass at the parish
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LOCATION:Christ The King\, 1930 Barberry Drive\, Springfield\, IL\, 62704
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