Events
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Triumph of the Heart movie screening
The Cathedral will be hosting a special screening of Triumph of the Heart - a powerful true story about St. Maximilian Kolbe, the Franciscan priest who chose sacrifice over survival and love over hatred during his imprisonment in Auschwitz. When a fellow prisoner was selected to die, Fr. Kolbe courageously volunteered to take his place.…
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Mattoon Deanery CCW Meeting
Monday, March 16th at Immaculate Conception, Mattoon. Registration 9:30 a.m.-10:15am, Mass at 10:30 a.m., lunch and meeting to follow. It is a St. Patrick's vigil, so please wear green. Speaker: Father Dean Probst: "Traveling in Europe, Italy and the Vatican."
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Illinois Pro-Life Mass, Rally, & March
The Illinois Pro-Life Mass, Rally and March takes place Thursday, March 19. Mass begins at 10 a.m. at the Nelson Center Ice Rink in Springfield. Bishop Louis Tylka of the Diocese of Peoria will be the homilist. The rally and march will follow at the Capitol. For more information and to register for the Mass…
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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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WATCH (We are the Church) Retreat in Chatham
What is a WATCH Retreat? A WATCH retreat is a spiritual renewal retreat from a Catholic perspective, open to both adult men and women (18 and older). All are welcome! This day is an opportunity to step away from the busyness of daily life and focus intentionally on your relationship with Christ and with others.…
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Lenten Day of Recollection: He Loved Them to the End: Preparing for Holy Week and Easter
Through conferences and personal prayer time, this Lenten afternoon of recollection will help you to reflect on and to experience more deeply the infinite and tender love of Christ for all of humanity and for each of us personally in preparation for Holy Week and Easter. The afternoon will conclude with dinner. Sunday, March 22,…
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Quincy Deanery Council of Catholic Women’s Spring 2026 Gathering
The Quincy Deanery Council of Catholic Women invites all women of the parish to its Spring 2026 Gathering on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, beginning at 7:45 a.m. at St. Thomas Church (109 E. Spring St., Camp Point). Registration runs from 7:45-8:15 a.m. with a $10 cost per person (cash or check), followed by Mass at…
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Solemnity of the Annunciation: Women’s Faith, Wine, and Chocolate Night
An evening of female companionship with Christ and Our Lady. The evening begins with Mass at 6 p.m. for the Solemnity of the Annunciation and then continues with wine and chocolate (Lenten penances are not obligatory on solemnities) and discussion of being women after the model of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Wednesday, March 25,…
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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
Join 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
Celebrate 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
Come 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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