Events
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Lenten Fish Fry in Greenville
Join us for a Lenten Fish Fry at St. Lawrence Catholic Church on Fridays in March (March 6, 13, 20 & 27) from 4:00-7:00 p.m. Enjoy fried fish with all the trimmings, plus delicious homemade desserts. Cost: $13. Children 5-10, $8. Children under 5 free. St. Lawrence Catholic Church, 512 S. Prairie St., Greenville.
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PreCana at Our Lady of Lourdes Enrichment Center, Decatur, IL
Saturday, March 28, 2026 – 8:30am–4:30pm at Our Lady of Lourdes Enrichment Center, Decatur, IL. Call Parish Office at 217-877-4404. The fee is $50 per couple to cover lunch and expenses of the day.
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Genealogy Using Catholic Records
Learn about using sacramental records such as baptism, marriage, and death records to trace your family history. Presentation will include a brief overview of how to get started doing genealogy and a detailed look at sacramental records and the information they contain. There will be a special focus on using Church records to trace African…
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Venite ad Me Holy Week Men’s Discernment Retreat
Villa Maria Retreat Center1903 E. Lake Shore Dr.Springfield, IL 62712 Who: For men 18-35 years oldCost: FreeMeals: All meals provided In Matthew 11:28-30, Jesus says, "Come to me, all you who are weary and heavy burdened, and I will give you rest." "Come to Me," or in Latin, "Venite ad Me," is Jesus's invitation to…
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Caring for the World: Celebrating Catholic Health Care
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception 524 East Lawrence Avenue, Springfield, IL, United StatesJoin us on World Health Day for a special evening celebrating the life-saving work of Catholic health care around the world. The Catholic Church is the largest non-governmental provider of health care services in the world, with nearly 65% of Catholic health facilities located in low-resource areas globally. These hospitals, clinics, and health centers serve…
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Not Your Average Easter Egg Hunt
Corpus Christi Priory 4867 Laverna Rd., Springfield, IL, United StatesCelebrate the Easter season with the whole family at this fun-filled event for all ages. Children ages 1–6 and 7–9 will enjoy traditional Easter egg hunts, while ages 10–15 can take part in a special hunt featuring a limited number of hidden prizes for lucky seekers. To top it all off, each family will also…
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Delight & Desire Marriage Enrichment Retreat
Corpus Christi Priory 4867 Laverna Rd., Springfield, IL, United StatesCome away with your spouse to Corpus Christi Priory on April 18 to rediscover the life-giving power of dreams, visions, and desires lived out in unity. This marriage enrichment retreat invites couples to step away from the busyness of daily life and reconnect with one another in a deeper, more intentional way. Through reflection, prayer,…
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Catholic Speed Dating
Christ The King 1930 Barberry Drive, Springfield, ILLooking to meet other Catholic young adults in a fun and meaningful way? Join The Forge, Springfield’s Catholic young adult group, for a Speed Dating Night on April 18th at Christ the King's parish hall. This evening is designed for Catholic singles ages 21–39 to meet and mingle in a relaxed, welcoming environment. The night…
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WDCR 15th Annual Dinner
Mount Zion Convention Center 1400 Mount Zion Parkway, Mount Zion, IL, United StatesCelebrate 15 years of WDCR on the air! Bishop Thomas John Paprocki will serve as keynote speaker, presenting "Communicating the Good News in the Age of Artificial Intelligence." Join us for this special anniversary event. Doors open at 5:30PM; Dinner begins at 6:15PM For tickets visit wecrradio.com. Registration deadline is Monday, April 27.
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Hockey with Paprocki
Nelson Center Ice Rink 1601 N 5th St, Springfield, IL“The Holy Goalie,” Bishop Thomas John Paprocki will be returning to the ice and defending the goal to benefit Catholic Charities Legal Services (CCLS) program during the upcoming Hockey with Paprocki fundraiser. This event will be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 3:30 p.m. at the Nelson Center Ice Rink located at 1601 N…
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Springfield Deanery Council of Catholic Women (SDCCW) Spring Meeting – Celebrating Motherhood
Christ The King 1930 Barberry Drive, Springfield, ILWomen of all parishes are invited to gather for a morning of prayer, fellowship, and inspiration. Saturday, May 9, 20269:00 a.m.Christ the King Parish (Roesch Hall)1930 Barberry Drive, Springfield Begin the day in community with fellow women of faith as we reflect on the beauty of motherhood and service. Guest Speaker:Mr. Jarid Brown, Executive Director…
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Easter Season Day of Recollection Mary, the Spouse of the Holy Spirit
Villa Maria Retreat Center 1903 E Lake Shore Dr, Springfield, IL, United StatesMary is sometimes referred to as the Spouse of the Holy Spirit because of her unique relationship to God in conceiving Jesus, the Son of God, in her womb through the overshadowing of the Holy Spirit. This day of recollection falls during the Easter season, during the month dedicated to Mary, and close to the…
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Bethalto Knights of Columbus Chicken Dinner
Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church 132 Butcher St., Bethalto, ILJoin the Knights of Columbus at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church for a delicious, family-friendly meal—open to the entire community! Dine In (All-You-Care-to-Eat): Adults: $15 Children (ages 5–10): $6 Drive-Thru or Carry-Out: $15 per meal, includes your choice of: • Half chicken or five (5) chicken strips • Three (3) sides Side Options:…
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Transitional Diaconate Ordination of Seminarian Padrick Mulligan
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception 524 East Lawrence Avenue, Springfield, IL, United StatesYou are invited to join the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois for the Ordination to the Transitional Diaconate of seminarian Padrick Mulligan on Friday, May 22 at 6:30 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. A transitional deacon is a man preparing for priesthood who is ordained to serve the Church through the proclamation…
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Sweet Offerings for the Sacred Heart
Sacred Heart Church 722 N. Springfield St., Virden, ILJoin us after the 10:15 a.m. Mass at Sacred Heart Church for “Sweet Offerings for the Sacred Heart,” a French Dessert Celebration honoring St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, the French nun known for her visions of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Guests will enjoy a sampling of French desserts, a short video reflection on the meaning…
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