Events
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Women’s Mini Retreat
Villa Maria Retreat Center 1903 E Lake Shore Dr, Springfield, IL, United StatesDates: Thursday, December 7, 2023. Time: 5:30 P.M - 8:30 P.M. Location: Villa Maria Retreat Center 1903 E Lake Shore Dr Springfield, IL 62712 Who: Catholic Women 18+ Meals: Dinner will be provided Cost: Free Other: Join 3 of the Sisters of Life from New York for an evening of prayer, food, and fellowship. For…
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SEEK 2024 in St. Louis
You're always being called deeper into relationship with Jesus Christ and His Church - come and see what's next! Experience truth, beauty, and goodness; hear from renowned speakers, events, entertainment, sponsors and more! Find out what it means to Be the Light. We are not made to be alone! Connect with peers, come together with…
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9 Days for Life Novena
Sign-up here for the 9 Days for Life Novena, January 16-24, 2024, for the protection of human life. Each day's intention is accompanied by a short reflection and suggested actions to help build a culture of life. Participants can download the novena or sign up to receive the daily prayers via email or text message.
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World Marriage Day celebration in St. Louis
On Sunday, February 11 at the 12:00 pm Mass, Auxiliary Bishop Mark S. Rivituso will celebrate a Mass for World Marriage Day at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis, 4431 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis, MO. A reception will follow in Boland Hall. All married couples are invited to attend and celebrate the gift of marriage.…
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Gospel Mass and Soul Food Luncheon
In recognition of Black History Month, all are invited to a Gospel Mass and Soul Food Luncheon, hosted by the Black Catholic Commission. Sunday, Feb. 25, 10 a.m., Church of the Little Flower, Springfield. The Soul Food Luncheon follows Mass and is $15/person. Register for luncheon HERE.
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Lenten Retreat for Women
Villa Maria Catholic Life Center 1903 East Lake Shore Drive, Springfield, United StatesThe Springfield Diocesan Council of Catholic Women (SDCCW) is sponsoring a Lenten retreat Feb. 27-28 at the Villa Maria Catholic Life Center, located at 1903 East Lake Shore Drive on Lake Springfield. The retreat will feature spiritual presentations, prayer, time for personal reflection, Mass, confession, and fellowship. The retreat begins with registration and a light…
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Faith & Fortitude: A presentation on Bishop James Aloysius Griffin
Faith & Fortitude: A presentation on Bishop James Aloysius Griffin Join us for a free presentation on the life of the first bishop of Springfield, Bishop James Griffin, presented by the Office for Archives and Record Management from the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois. It takes place Wednesday, February 28 at 6 p.m. at the…
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Sacred Story Retreat for women
Villa Maria Retreat Center 1903 E Lake Shore Dr, Springfield, IL, United StatesSacred Story Retreat March 1-3 in Springfield is a retreat for women who want to experience healing and renewal in Christ. Using materials from Forty Weeks: An Ignatian Path to Christ with Sacred Story Prayer (by Father Bill Watson, SJ), we guide you through a process of reconciling your past to Christ. You will be…
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Families! Connect with God, have fun, and create memories all in one day
Families are invited to attend a grace-filled and fun-filled one-day experience all intended for them to reconnect with God. Mini Holy Family Fest takes place Sat., March 2 at Quincy Notre Dame High School (1400 S 11th St) in Quincy. The day runs from 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. and includes Mass, confession, Eucharistic adoration,…
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Leading theologian coming to Vandalia in April to give talk on Mary
Looking to experience a weekend of grace and grow in deep knowledge of our faith? Our Sorrowful Mother's Ministry (318 N. 8th Street) in Vandalia is hosting a series of talks from Father Aidan Nichols, one of the brightest theological minds in the Catholic Church. "Through his love of the sacred page and as a…
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Church Bells and Air Raid Sirens: The faith response to help Ukraine
Hospital Sisters Mission Outreach 4930 Laverna Rd., Springfield, IL, United StatesWhat: A presentation by Erica Smith, executive director of Mission Outreach, about her recent visit to Ukraine to visit Catholic and other faith-based service providers in Ukraine. ZOOM LINK ALSO AVAILABLE — email [email protected] Hospital Sisters Mission Outreach, an affiliate of Hospital Sisters Health System, participates as a partner with the Catholic Response for Ukraine, a…
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Confirmation for Adults at Pentecost
For adults who have not received the Sacrament of Confirmation, a special celebration is scheduled for Sunday, May 19, 2024 at 2:00 PM at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Springfield. For details, please visit https://dio.org/catechesis/sacramental-prep/#sp-tabs-2. Questions? Contact Kyle Holtgrave at [email protected] (217) 698-8500, ext. 154.
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Come to the Priest Ordination Mass
Come support the five men who will be ordained priests by coming to the ordination Mass on Saturday, May 25 at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Springfield. The five, who are currently deacons, are: Daneil McGrath, Jayke White, Troy Niemerg, Alex McCullough, and Bruce Scott. This celebration is certainly a…
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Celebrate Memorial Day by attending the Memorial Day Field Mass
You are invited to the Memorial Day Field Mass at Calvary Cemetery in Springfield on May 27 at 9 a.m. The Mass will be at the Father Howard Altar. Bishop Thomas John Paprocki is the celebrant. Accompanying Bishop Paprocki in procession will be priests and members of the Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus. Limited seating…