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  • Blue Mass for first responders

    Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception 524 East Lawrence Avenue, Springfield, IL, United States

    Bishop Paprocki will celebrate a Blue Mass for emergency responders to pray for their safety and continued diligence in their work and to thank them for their selfless commitment to taking care of people in our communities. Sunday, Oct. 1 at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Springfield.

  • Annual Respect Life and Rosary Walk

    Holy Family Catholic Church, Granite City 2606 Washington Ave, Granite City, IL, United States

    This year's annual Diocesan Respect Life Mass and prayer procession is scheduled for Saturday, October 7 at Holy Family Parish in Granite City (2606 Washington Ave, Granite City, IL). Bishop Paprocki will celebrate Mass at 9 a.m., followed by a prayer procession around the abortion facility in Granite City. Lunch and speaker will follow the…

  • White Mass for healthcare workers

    St. Francis of Assisi Church on the Grounds of Corpus Christi Priory 4875 LaVerna Rd., Springfield, IL, United States

    Bishop Paprocki will celebrate a White Mass for those who work in healthcare to pray for their safety and continued diligence in their work and to thank them for their selfless commitment to taking care of people in our communities. Wednesday, Oct. 18 at 5 p.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Church on the grounds…

  • Mass in remembrance of miscarried babies

    St. Mary's Church in Edwardsville 1802 Madison Avenue, Edwardsville, IL, United States

    The Daughters of Isabella Circle 218 is inviting the public to attend a special Mass in remembrance of miscarried babies. All are welcome! The Mass will be held October 24 at 6:30pm at St. Mary's Church in Edwardsville (1802 Madison Avenue). To have a baby's name or family name displayed on a card with a…

  • Eucharistic Congress

    This Eucharistic Congress will be a spiritually uplifting and motivating event featuring talks from nationally popular Catholic speakers Sister M. Karolyn Nunes, FSGM, Father Chase Hilgenbrinck, Father Denis Robinson, OSB, and Dr. Scott Hahn. It also includes Catholic vendors, adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, confession, a showing of the documentary God is Alive | Incredible…

  • National Catholic Youth Conference

    NCYC is a powerfully unique three-day experience of prayer, community, and empowerment for Catholic high school teenagers at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN. The event includes large group gatherings with inspiring keynote speakers, workshops for teens and adults, and lots of time to meet teens from all over the country in a fun…

  • Night of Worship and Adoration

    St Anthony Church 101 E Virginia Ave, Effingham, IL, United States

    Come to St. Anthony Church in Effingham on Nov. 16 from 6-7:30 p.m. for a night for worship and adoration. There will be a keynote talk by Mary Bielski, confessions, praise and worship, and adoration of our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament.

  • Pursuing your spouse’s heart dinner and talk

    Effingham Event Center 1501 W Fayette Ave, Effingham, IL, United States

    Come to a special evening with your spouse. Featuring Dana Nygaard, a passionate Catholic speaker dedicated to growing your and your spouse's relationships with Christ. Saturday, Nov. 18 at the Effingham Event Center (1501 W Fayette Ave, Effingham, IL 62401). Doors open at 5 p.m., dinner is served at 6 p.m., and the speaker begins…

  • Red Mass for those in the legal profession

    St. Boniface Church Edwardsville, IL, United States

    Bishop Paprocki will celebrate a Red Mass for those in the legal profession such as lawyers, law students, judges, legislators, city council members, and others to invoke God's blessings upon the members of the bench, bar, legislature, law enforcement, and governmental agencies and all protectors and administrators of the Law. Sunday, Nov. 19 at 10:15…

  • Women’s Mini Retreat

    Villa Maria Retreat Center 1903 E Lake Shore Dr, Springfield, IL, United States

    Dates: 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…

  • 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…

  • 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.