BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Diocese of Springfield in Illinois - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Diocese of Springfield in Illinois X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://dio.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Diocese of Springfield in Illinois REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T130000 DTSTAMP:20260604T134735 CREATED:20251121T142106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T202113Z UID:10000839-1781348400-1781442000@dio.org SUMMARY:Overnight Women’s Retreat: Beloved Daughters DESCRIPTION:Through conferences and quiet personal prayer time\, this overnight retreat will give women the opportunity to meditate on and experience more deeply their true identity as beloved daughters of God the Father. \nSaturday\, June 13\, 2026 \n\n11:00               Arrive & Check In\n12:00               Lunch\nAfternoon        Conference talks\, personal prayer\, rest and silence\, Rosary\nEvening           Dinner\, group discussion\, Adoration & Benediction\, Confessions\, optional social time\, night silence\n\nSunday\, June 14 \n\nMorning          Breakfast; talk\, personal prayer\, Holy Mass\, sharing of graces\n12:00              Lunch\n1:00                 Departure\n\nCost: $150 (includes single-occupancy overnight accommodations\, meals\, and retreat materials)\nRegistration Deadline: May 30\nContact: events@dio.org \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://dio.org/event/overnight-womens-retreat-beloved-daughters/ LOCATION:Villa Maria Retreat Center\, 1903 E Lake Shore Dr\, Springfield\, IL\, 62712\, United States CATEGORIES:Villa Maria Retreat Center GEO:39.7024528;-89.5928568 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Villa Maria Retreat Center 1903 E Lake Shore Dr Springfield IL 62712 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1903 E Lake Shore Dr:geo:-89.5928568,39.7024528 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T120000 DTSTAMP:20260604T134735 CREATED:20260513T213436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T213436Z UID:10000956-1781625600-1781956800@dio.org SUMMARY:2026 Summer Immersion Experience DESCRIPTION:Women discerning a call to religious life are invited to Springfield this June for a national discernment experience hosted by the Springfield Dominican Sisters. \nApplications are now being accepted for the five-day event\, taking place June 16–20\, 2026. Up to fifteen women will be selected to participate in this unique opportunity to experience the rhythms of apostolic religious life firsthand. \nParticipants will stay at Sacred Heart Convent and take part in community life\, daily prayer\, active service\, and theological reflection — the foundational elements of Dominican life. \nSingle Catholic women ages 20–45 are encouraged to apply. \n“Springfield is a perfect place to give women a taste of the foundations of Dominican life: community life\, prayer\, study\, and preaching\, or service\,” said Sister Denise Glazik\, OP\, minister of vocation accompaniment for the Springfield Dominican Sisters. “Our senior sisters at the motherhouse are gracious and welcoming\, and the city is home to some stellar nonprofit organizations that will provide a wonderful immersion experience for participants.” \nREGISTER HERE. The participation fee is $50. Scholarships are available\, and cost should not prevent anyone from applying. URL:https://dio.org/event/2026-summer-immersion-experience/ LOCATION:Sacred Heart Convent\, 1237 W. Monroe St.\, Springfield\, IL\, 62704 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dio.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Copy-of-Called-Courageous-Event-Thumb.png GEO:39.8000819;-89.67556 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sacred Heart Convent 1237 W. Monroe St. Springfield IL 62704;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1237 W. Monroe St.:geo:-89.67556,39.8000819 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T120000 DTSTAMP:20260604T134735 CREATED:20260504T213801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T213801Z UID:10000953-1781949600-1781956800@dio.org SUMMARY:Scripture Series DESCRIPTION:Who Changed the New Testament? And Why? \nThe Bible is the Word of God – but it is written in the words of human beings. We don’t have the original manuscripts of any of the books of the New Testament. The earliest manuscripts we have are copies of copies of copies that don’t agree with each other. Who made the changes to the oldest manuscripts? What did they change? And why did they make those changes? \nMark Etling\, PhD teaches theology at Saint Louis University’s School for Professional Studies. He also gives presentations on Scripture and Christian history at the Shrine\, for Oasis-St. Louis and at various parishes in the St. Louis and Belleville dioceses. Mark and his wife Alicia live in the Lafayette Square neighborhood in St. Louis. If you would like Mark to speak at your parish or organization\, please go to his website: www.marketling.org \nRegister online or call 618-394-6281. URL:https://dio.org/event/scripture-series/2026-06-20/ LOCATION:National Shrine of Our Lady of Snows\, 42 S De Mazenod Dr.\, Belleville\, IL\, 62223 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dio.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Shrine-of-Our-Lady-of-the-Snows-Scripture-Study-Mark-Etling-1.png GEO:38.5613658;-90.0899908 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National Shrine of Our Lady of Snows 42 S De Mazenod Dr. Belleville IL 62223;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=42 S De Mazenod Dr.:geo:-90.0899908,38.5613658 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T140000 DTSTAMP:20260604T134735 CREATED:20260407T202026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T211627Z UID:10000945-1782554400-1782568800@dio.org SUMMARY:Springfield Diocesan Council of Catholic Women (SDCCW)\, Women of Distinction Awards Mass and Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Join us as we honor outstanding women from across the Diocese at the annual Women of Distinction celebration! \nSaturday\, June 2710:00 a.m. – MassCathedral of the Immaculate Conception\, Springfield Celebrant: Bishop Thomas John Paprocki (Concelebrated by many diocesan priests) \nLuncheon to followCrowne Plaza\, Springfield \nIf you will attend the luncheon\, register here 👉 by June 12 \nFor more information\, please contact: Mary Stewart (Co-Chair): 217-341-7808 | mstewie@casscomm.comJanet DeClerck (Co-Chair): jdeclerck1@gmail.com URL:https://dio.org/event/springfield-diocesan-council-of-catholic-women-sdccw-women-of-distinction-awards-mass-and-luncheon/ LOCATION:Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception\, 524 East Lawrence Avenue\, Springfield\, IL\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dio.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/SDCCW-Women-of-Distinction-MassLunch.png GEO:39.7938015;-89.648891 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception 524 East Lawrence Avenue Springfield IL United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=524 East Lawrence Avenue:geo:-89.648891,39.7938015 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260724 DTSTAMP:20260604T134735 CREATED:20230126T162057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T135131Z UID:10000261-1784332800-1784851199@dio.org SUMMARY:Called and Sent Retreat DESCRIPTION:Dive Deep with God \n\n \n \n \n \n Registration (Online)\n \n \n Downloadable Flyer (PDF)\n \n \nWhat: Join your peers on this fun and powerful retreat. Experience a deep and meaningful encounter with the Lord and each other.\nDates: Saturday\, July 18 – Thursday\, July 23\, 2026\nWho: Anyone who will be in high school in the Fall of 2026\nLocation: Our beautiful lakeside retreat center!\n\nVilla Maria Retreat Center\n1903 E Lakeshore Dr.\nSpringfield\, IL 62712\n\n\nCost: $350 per person.\nMeals: Includes all meals\nArrival Time: 5:30p.m. on Saturday\, July 18\nDeparture Time: 3:00p.m. on Thursday\, July 23\n\nFor questions about the event\, please contact Fr. Zach Samples at zsamples@dio.org. URL:https://dio.org/event/called-and-sent-retreat/ LOCATION:Villa Maria Retreat Center\, 1903 E Lake Shore Dr\, Springfield\, IL\, 62712\, United States CATEGORIES:Vocations GEO:39.7024528;-89.5928568 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Villa Maria Retreat Center 1903 E Lake Shore Dr Springfield IL 62712 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1903 E Lake Shore Dr:geo:-89.5928568,39.7024528 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T100000 DTSTAMP:20260604T134735 CREATED:20260413T170232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T183028Z UID:10000948-1785578400-1785578400@dio.org SUMMARY:Springfield Deanery SDCCW Summer Meeting DESCRIPTION:The Springfield Deanery of the Springfield Diocesan Council of Catholic Women (SDCCW) will be held on Saturday\, August 1 at 10:00 a.m. at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Springfield. \nHosted by the Cathedral Council of Catholic Women\, this gathering is open to women from all parishes. Bring a friend! \nGuest speaker will be Jeanette Malafa of the Catholic Conference of Illinois. Lunch will be served\, with a suggested donation of $10. URL:https://dio.org/event/springfield-deanery-sdccw-summer-meeting/ LOCATION:Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception\, 524 East Lawrence Avenue\, Springfield\, IL\, United States CATEGORIES:SDCCW GEO:39.7938015;-89.648891 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception 524 East Lawrence Avenue Springfield IL United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=524 East Lawrence Avenue:geo:-89.648891,39.7938015 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T120000 DTSTAMP:20260604T134735 CREATED:20260504T213801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T213801Z UID:10000954-1785578400-1785585600@dio.org SUMMARY:Scripture Series DESCRIPTION:Who Changed the New Testament? And Why? \nThe Bible is the Word of God – but it is written in the words of human beings. We don’t have the original manuscripts of any of the books of the New Testament. The earliest manuscripts we have are copies of copies of copies that don’t agree with each other. Who made the changes to the oldest manuscripts? What did they change? And why did they make those changes? \nMark Etling\, PhD teaches theology at Saint Louis University’s School for Professional Studies. He also gives presentations on Scripture and Christian history at the Shrine\, for Oasis-St. Louis and at various parishes in the St. Louis and Belleville dioceses. Mark and his wife Alicia live in the Lafayette Square neighborhood in St. Louis. If you would like Mark to speak at your parish or organization\, please go to his website: www.marketling.org \nRegister online or call 618-394-6281. URL:https://dio.org/event/scripture-series/2026-08-01/ LOCATION:National Shrine of Our Lady of Snows\, 42 S De Mazenod Dr.\, Belleville\, IL\, 62223 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dio.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Shrine-of-Our-Lady-of-the-Snows-Scripture-Study-Mark-Etling-1.png GEO:38.5613658;-90.0899908 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=National Shrine of Our Lady of Snows 42 S De Mazenod Dr. Belleville IL 62223;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=42 S De Mazenod Dr.:geo:-90.0899908,38.5613658 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260903 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260904 DTSTAMP:20260604T134735 CREATED:20260217T220752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T144210Z UID:10000934-1788393600-1788479999@dio.org SUMMARY:SDCCW 97th Annual Convention DESCRIPTION:SDCCW to Host 97th Annual Convention in Quincy with Teresa Tomeo\n \nThe Springfield Diocesan Council of Catholic Women (SDCCW) will hold its 97th Annual Convention on Thursday\, September 3\, 2026\, in Quincy. Hosted by the Quincy Deanery Council of Catholic Women\, the day will offer prayer\, fellowship\, and spiritual growth for women across the diocese. \nThis year’s theme\, “Handmaids of the Lord: Make Me a Channel of Your Peace\,” will be brought to life by featured speaker Teresa Tomeo\, a nationally known Catholic author\, speaker\, and media personality. With more than 40 years of experience in television\, radio\, and print journalism\, Tomeo is a familiar face on EWTN Global Catholic Television Network\, including as host of the Saints in Italy series. \nThe day will begin with the Morning Rosary at 8 a.m.\, followed by Mass at 8:30 a.m. at St. Anthony of Padua Church (2223 St. Anthony Rd.\, Quincy\, IL 62305). The Mass will be celebrated by Monsignor David J. Hoefler. \nFollowing Mass\, participants will travel to the convention site at The Ambiance Banquet Hall (5225 Kochs Lane\, Quincy\, IL 62305). \nDoors will open at 9:30 a.m. for registration\, the start of the program\, and a morning snack. Lunch will also be provided\, with gluten-free options available.\nThe program will feature two presentations by Teresa Tomeo: \n\n11 a.m. – Make Me a Channel of Your Peace: Discovering Your True Dignity by Following in the Footsteps of Saint Francis and Saint Clare\n1:30 p.m. – Beyond Sunday: Becoming a 24/7 Catholic as a Handmaid of the Lord\n\nAttendees will also have opportunities throughout the day for meet-and-greet sessions\, Q&A\, and book signing with Tomeo. Time is built into the schedule to browse silent auction tables and vendor displays both before and after lunch. \nThe convention will conclude at approximately 3:30 p.m. \nRegistration Cost:\nEarly Bird: $60 each. Checks must arrive by July 20\n$70 each. Checks must arrive by August 15.\nClergy and Religious: $30 each. Checks must arrive by August 15 \nOvernight Stay on Wednesday\, Sept 2nd: Blocked rooms at a discount rate of $110/night (NOT including taxes) at Town and Country Inn and Suites\, located at 110 North 54th St.\, Quincy\, IL 62305. To obtain SDCCW group rate call 217-214-0400\, before August 12. Mention the SDCCW Convention. \nTo register\, print this form and mail to: Gina Wolf\, 1317 Lee Ann Court\, Quincy\, IL 62305-8641. Registration forms are also available through local parishes. \nFor more information\, please contact: \n\nSusan Asher\, QDCCW President: 217-653-5074 or asherte@yahoo.com\nGina Wolf\, QDCCW Treasurer: 217-257-9966 or g.wolf@cospq.org\n\nAll women of the diocese are invited to attend this inspiring day of faith\, fellowship\, and renewal. For updates\, follow the SDCCW on Facebook. URL:https://dio.org/event/sdccw-97th-annual-convention-featuring-teresa-tomeo/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dio.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/SDCCW-Annual-Convention-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T163000 DTSTAMP:20260604T134735 CREATED:20251027T180639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T180639Z UID:10000574-1789203600-1789230600@dio.org SUMMARY:PreCana at St. Joseph the Worker\, Chatham\, IL DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12\, 2026 – 9:00am–4:30pm at St. Joseph the Worker\, Chatham\, IL. Call Parish Office at 217-483-3772. The fee is $50 per couple to cover lunch and expenses of the day. URL:https://dio.org/event/precana-at-st-joseph-the-worker-chatham-il/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261004T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261004T140000 DTSTAMP:20260604T134735 CREATED:20250923T132246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T141155Z UID:10000552-1791122400-1791122400@dio.org SUMMARY:50+ Anniversary Mass DESCRIPTION:Bishop Thomas John Paprocki will celebrate a Mass for all couples from throughout the Diocese who are married 50 years or more at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Springfield IL on Sunday\, October 4th beginning at 2:00 pm. We want to celebrate your marriage and your vocation! A light reception will follow the Mass for you and your families. Please register below by September 21st. Any questions? Call Gracie at 217-321-1124 or e-mail her at gortiz@dio.org. \n\n\n \n \n Registration for the Mass for couples married 50 years or more\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Husband first name*Wife first name*Last name*Home ParishAlexander\, Visitation of the BVMAltamont\, St. ClareAlton\, Catholic Children's HomeAlton\, Madison County Catholic CharitiesAlton\, Marquette Catholic High SchoolAlton\, Ss. Peter and PaulAlton\, St. MaryAlton\, St. Mary SchoolArcola\, St. John the BaptistArenzville\, St. FidelisAshland\, St. AugustineAssumption\, Assumption of the BVMAthens\, Holy FamilyAuburn\, Holy CrossBeardstown\, St. AlexiusBeardstown\, The St. Anne ResidenceBenld\, St. JosephBethalto\, Our Lady Queen of PeaceBethalto\, Our Lady Queen of Peace SchoolBethany\, St. IsidoreBrighton\, St. AlphonsusBrussels\, Blessed TrinityBrussels\, St. Mary SchoolCamp Point\, St. ThomasCarlinville\, Carlinville Catholic CharitiesCarlinville\, Ss. Mary and JosephCarrollton\, St. John the EvangelistCarrollton\, St. John the Evangelist SchoolCasey\, St. Charles BorromeoCharleston\, Eastern Illinois University Newman CommunityCharleston\, St. Charles BorromeoChatham\, St. Joseph the WorkerChatham\, St. Joseph the Worker Pre-SchoolCollinsville\, Ss. Peter and PaulCollinsville\, Ss. Peter and Paul SchoolDecatur\, Catholic Charities of DecaturDecatur\, Holy FamilyDecatur\, Holy Family Catholic SchoolDecatur\, Millikin Newman CommunityDecatur\, Our Lady of LourdesDecatur\, Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic SchoolDecatur\, Ss. James and PatrickDecatur\, St. Patrick SchoolDecatur\, St. Teresa High SchoolDecatur\, St. Thomas the ApostleDieterich\, St. Isidore the FarmerEdgewood\, St. AnneEdwardsville\, Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville Newman CommunityEdwardsville\, St. BonifaceEdwardsville\, St. Boniface Catholic SchoolEdwardsville\, St. MaryEdwardsville\, St. Mary Grade SchoolEffingham (Green Creek)\, St. Mary Help of ChristiansEffingham\, Effingham Catholic CharitiesEffingham\, Sacred HeartEffingham\, Sacred Heart SchoolEffingham\, St. Anthony of PaduaEffingham\, St. Anthony of Padua Grade SchoolEffingham\, St. Anthony of Padua High SchoolFarmersville\, St. MaryFieldon\, St. MaryFranklin\, Sacred HeartGillespie\, Ss. Simon and JudeGirard\, St. PatrickGlen Carbon\, Father McGivney Catholic High SchoolGlen Carbon\, St. CeciliaGodfrey\, St. AmbroseGodfrey\, St. Ambrose SchoolGrafton\, St. PatrickGranite City\, Holy FamilyGranite City\, Holy Family SchoolGranite City\, Madison County Catholic CharitiesGranite City\, St. ElizabethGranite City\, St. Elizabeth SchoolGrantfork\, St. GertrudeGreenfield\, St. MichaelGreenup\, Christ the KingGreenville\, St. LawrenceHardin\, St. Francis of AssisiHardin\, St. Norbert SchoolHighland\, St. PaulHighland\, St. Paul Catholic SchoolHillsboro\, St. AgnesHillsboro\, St. Agnes Pre-SchoolHume\, St. MichaelIlliopolis\, ResurrectionJacksonville\, Our SaviourJacksonville\, Our Saviour Grade SchoolJacksonville\, Routt Catholic High SchoolJerseyville\, Holy GhostJerseyville\, St. Francis XavierJerseyville\, St. Francis-Holy Ghost Catholic SchoolKincaid\, St. RitaLiberty\, St. BrigidLillyville\, Sacred HeartLitchfield\, Holy FamilyLivingston\, Sacred HeartMadison\, St. Mary and St. MarkMarine\, St. ElizabethMarshall\, St. MaryMaryville\, Mother of Perpetual HelpMaryville\, St. John Neumann Catholic SchoolMattoon\, Catholic Charities of Coles\, Douglas and Edgar CountiesMattoon\, Immaculate ConceptionMedora\, St. John the EvangelistMendon\, St. EdwardMontrose\, St. Rose of LimaMorrisonville\, St. MauriceMoweaqua\, St. Francis DeSalesMt. Olive\, St. John Paul IIMt. Sterling\, Holy FamilyMt. Sterling\, St. Mary SchoolMt. Zion\, Our Lady of the Holy SpiritMt. Zion\, Our Lady of the Holy Spirit Pre-SchoolNeoga\, St. Mary of the AssumptionNew Berlin\, Sacred Heart of MaryNewton\, St. Thomas the ApostleNewton\, St. Thomas the Apostle SchoolNokomis\, St. LouisNokomis\, St. Louis SchoolNorth Arm\, St. AloysiusOblong\, Our Lady of LourdesOconee\, Sacred HeartOther - Outside of DiocesePana\, Sacred Heart SchoolPana\, St. PatrickParis\, St. MaryPetersburg\, St. PeterPierron\, Immaculate ConceptionPittsfield\, St. MaryPocahontas\, St. NicholasQuincy\, Blessed SacramentQuincy\, Blessed Sacrament Catholic SchoolQuincy\, Quincy Catholic CharitiesQuincy\, Quincy Notre Dame High SchoolQuincy\, Quincy UniversityQuincy\, St. Anthony of PaduaQuincy\, St. Dominic SchoolQuincy\, St. Francis SolanusQuincy\, St. Francis Solanus SchoolQuincy\, St. JosephQuincy\, St. Lawrence chapel at the Illinois Veterans HomeQuincy\, St. PeterQuincy\, St. Peter SchoolQuincy\, St. Rose of LimaRamsey\, St. JosephRaymond\, St. RaymondRiverton\, St. JamesRobinson\, St. ElizabethRochester\, St. JudeSainte Marie\, St. Mary of the AssumptionSan Damiano College for the TradesShelbyville\, Immaculate ConceptionSherman\, St. John VianneyShumway\, AnnunciationSigel\, St. Michael the ArchangelSigel\, St. Michael the Archangel SchoolSpringfield\, Blessed SacramentSpringfield\, Blessed Sacrament SchoolSpringfield\, Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Springfield\, Christ the KingSpringfield\, Christ the King SchoolSpringfield\, Little FlowerSpringfield\, Little Flower Catholic SchoolSpringfield\, Sacred Heart-Griffin High SchoolSpringfield\, Springfield Catholic CharitiesSpringfield\, Springfield Catholic Charities Administrative OfficesSpringfield\, St. AgnesSpringfield\, St. Agnes SchoolSpringfield\, St. AloysiusSpringfield\, St. Aloysius SchoolSpringfield\, St. Clare's Health ClinicSpringfield\, St. Frances Xavier CabriniSpringfield\, St. John's BreadlineSpringfield\, St. JosephSpringfield\, St. Katharine DrexelSpringfield\, St. Patrick Catholic SchoolSpringfield\, University of Illinois - Springfield Catholic CommunitySt. Elmo\, St. MarySt. Jacob\, St. JamesStaunton\, St. Michael the ArchangelStonington\, Holy TrinitySullivan\, St. ColumcilleTaylorville\, St. MaryTaylorville\, St. Mary SchoolTeutopolis\, St. Francis of AssisiTroy\, St. JeromeTuscola\, Forty MartyrsVandalia\, Mother of DolorsVilla Grove\, Sacred HeartVirden\, Sacred HeartVirginia\, St. LukeWaterloo\, Ss. Peter and PaulWaverly\, St. SebastianWhite Hall\, All SaintsWinchester\, St. MarkWood River\, Holy AngelsWhen was the date of your weddingMonthMonth123456789101112DayDay12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031YearYear202720262025202420232022202120202019201820172016201520142013201220112010200920082007200620052004200320022001200019991998199719961995199419931992199119901989198819871986198519841983198219811980197919781977197619751974197319721971197019691968196719661965196419631962196119601959195819571956195519541953195219511950194919481947194619451944194319421941194019391938193719361935193419331932193119301929192819271926192519241923192219211920How many years have you been married?This field is hidden when viewing the formCurrent Date\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Phone*Email\n \n Address* \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Total Number Attending Reception123456789PhotosWe will have a slide show at the reception of couples from their wedding day and a present day photo. If you need help uploading the photos\, ask your child or neighbor for help. This is not mandatory\, but will add to the special day! Please only submit pictures if you have not done so before as we have already included all of the pictures previously submitted in recent years.Photo UploadUpload photo of your wedding day hereMax. file size: 5 MB. Upload a current photo of the two of you hereMax. file size: 5 MB. URL:https://dio.org/event/50-anniversary-mass/ LOCATION:Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception\, 524 East Lawrence Avenue\, Springfield\, IL\, United States GEO:39.7938015;-89.648891 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception 524 East Lawrence Avenue Springfield IL United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=524 East Lawrence Avenue:geo:-89.648891,39.7938015 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261009T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261011T160000 DTSTAMP:20260604T134736 CREATED:20251114T141553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T171252Z UID:10000582-1791572400-1791734400@dio.org 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 URL:https://dio.org/event/worldwide-marriage-encounter-weekend-experience/ LOCATION:Villa Maria Retreat Center\, 1903 E Lake Shore Dr\, Springfield\, IL\, 62712\, United States GEO:39.7024528;-89.5928568 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Villa Maria Retreat Center 1903 E Lake Shore Dr Springfield IL 62712 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1903 E Lake Shore Dr:geo:-89.5928568,39.7024528 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T160000 DTSTAMP:20260604T134736 CREATED:20260427T212911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T203635Z UID:10000951-1791622800-1791648000@dio.org 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 URL:https://dio.org/event/called-and-courageous/ LOCATION:Christ The King\, 1930 Barberry Drive\, Springfield\, IL\, 62704 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dio.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/1.png GEO:39.7734988;-89.6897019 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Christ The King 1930 Barberry Drive Springfield IL 62704;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1930 Barberry Drive:geo:-89.6897019,39.7734988 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T090000 DTSTAMP:20260604T134736 CREATED:20251124T150559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T150559Z UID:10000840-1792832400-1792832400@dio.org SUMMARY:Diocesan Respect Life Mass & Rosary Walk DESCRIPTION:All are invited to the Respect Life Mass\, Rosary Walk\, and Luncheon Oct. 24. Join Catholics from across the Diocese of Springfield as we celebrate Respect Life Month with a morning of prayer\, fellowship\, and inspiration. The day will begin with the Respect Life Mass at 9 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church (2606 Washington Ave\, Granite City). Following Mass\, participants will take part in a Rosary Walk through the community\, giving witness to the dignity of every human life. A complimentary luncheon will follow\, featuring a guest speaker. This event is a beautiful opportunity to unite in prayer for an end to abortion and for a culture that embraces life from conception to natural death. All are welcome-families\, youth\, clergy\, parish staff\, and members of the community. No registration or fees are required. For more information\, please contact: Michael Carlson: mcarlson@dio.org. URL:https://dio.org/event/diocesan-respect-life-mass-rosary-walk/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR