BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Diocese of Springfield in Illinois - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD 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:20260208T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T120000 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20260202T163729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T163729Z UID:10000926-1770539400-1770552000@dio.org SUMMARY:Decatur Knights of Columbus Council 577 Second Sunday Breakfast DESCRIPTION:Join the Knights of Columbus Council 577 for their Second Sunday Breakfast on Sunday\, February 8\, from 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at The Hall at Five-Twenty\, 520 E. North St.\, Decatur. Enjoy a hearty breakfast featuring scrambled eggs\, bacon\, sausage\, pancakes\, biscuits & gravy\, breakfast potatoes\, fruit\, coffee\, orange juice\, and milk. Cost is $12 for adults\, $5 for children ages 5-12\, and free for children under 5. Proceeds from the February breakfast will benefit The Good Samaritan Inn in Decatur\, which provides nutritious noon meals to 150-250 food-insecure individuals every day of the year and supports Mercy Gardens\, supplying fresh produce to local meal programs and food pantries. To register\, visit www.decaturknights.org. If you are unable to attend\, please prayerfully consider donating to support the Good Samaritan Inn at www.goodsamaritaninn.org/donate. URL:https://dio.org/event/decatur-knights-of-columbus-council-577-second-sunday-breakfast/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260208 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260209 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20251217T200656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T200656Z UID:10000906-1770508800-1770595199@dio.org SUMMARY:World Marriage Day - Date Night Ideas\, Couples Connection Plan\, and more! DESCRIPTION:The observances of National Marriage Week (Feb. 7-14) and World Marriage Day (Sunday\, Feb. 8) are an opportunity for you and your spouse to focus on building a culture of life and love that begins with supporting and promoting marriage and the family. Check out marriageweek.org/\, for things such as: \n\nRegister for live broadcasts like “Different by Design”\, “Living a Shared Life”\, “Creating Traditions” and “Leaving a Legacy;”\nDownload your Couples Connection Plan;\nChoose from a number of date night ideas URL:https://dio.org/event/world-marriage-day-date-night-ideas-couples-connection-plan-and-more/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T080000 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20260126T142242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T142242Z UID:10000915-1770364800-1770364800@dio.org SUMMARY:SDCCW Alton Deanery Meeting DESCRIPTION:All ladies and guests are encouraged to join us for the first meeting of 2026 on Friday\, February 6th! Place: St Boniface\, Edwardsville. Mass will be offered at 8 a.m. (First Friday Mass\, optional if available)\, followed by friendship\, refreshments\, and program\, “Who is your Mentor.” The meeting and program will take place in the Acorn Room located downstairs. Meeting will begin at 9 a.m. and conclude no later than noon. Please RSVP\, per parish is fine\, with number of attendees to: pmsjproperties@gmail.com URL:https://dio.org/event/sdccw-alton-deanery-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T180000 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20251210T153639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T153639Z UID:10000845-1770314400-1770314400@dio.org SUMMARY:Biblical Walk Through the Mass at Cathedral DESCRIPTION:Join the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Women’s Bible Study for Biblical Walk Through the Mass\, a fascinating exploration of the extraordinary biblical roots of the Liturgy and why every part of the Mass matters. Discover how\, through the Mass\, we encounter God in the most intimate way-hearing Him speak in the Liturgy of the Word and receiving Him Body and Blood\, Soul and Divinity in the Holy Eucharist. This free study meets Thursdays\, Jan. 8-Feb. 5 at 6:00 p.m. in the Cathedral School Library in Springfield. Renew your faith\, deepen your love for the Eucharist\, and order your workbook at www.ascensionpress.com. URL:https://dio.org/event/biblical-walk-through-the-mass-at-cathedral/2026-02-05/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260205 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260206 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20251210T195021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T195056Z UID:10000850-1770249600-1770335999@dio.org SUMMARY:Cathedral Women's Bible Study - Foretold DESCRIPTION:Join the Cathedral Women’s Bible Study for Foretold\, an 8-week series from the Augustine Institute that uncovers how God’s plan unfolds through the Old and New Testaments and continues in our lives today. Led by Dr. Sean Innerst\, Foretold reveals the powerful connections between prophecy and fulfillment\, reminding us that just as God guided biblical history\, He is guiding our stories too. Sessions begin January 8 and meet on Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. in the Cathedral School Library\, Springfield\, Illinois 62703. This study is free and open to all women-come encounter the beauty of God’s plan for you. URL:https://dio.org/event/cathedral-womens-bible-study-foretold/2026-02-05/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260202T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260202T194500 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20251121T140951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T202302Z UID:10000585-1770056100-1770061500@dio.org SUMMARY:Interior Freedom Book Study Series DESCRIPTION:Copies of the book\, Interior Freedom by Fr. Jacques Philippe\, can be ordered online. \nAmazon Link to Order Book \nFr. Jacques Philippe is a spiritual master whose writings are accessible and profound.  Join us for this four-week book study of his book\, Interior Freedom\, in which he helps us to understand how to experience freedom within ourselves in the midst of so many things\, internal and external\, that are out of our control. \nFrom the description of the book: “In his book\, Interior Freedom\, Fr. Jacques Phillipe shows us that we possess\, each of us\, inside of us a space of freedom that no-one can take away. Despite the most unfavorable outward circumstances\, we can claim our freedom because God is its source and its guarantee. Without this\, we will always be in search for something else to fulfill us\, and we will never understand true happiness.” \nJanuary 26       Book Study Part 1 (pp. 9-44)\nFebruary 2       Book Study Part 2 (pp. 45-80)\nFebruary 9       Book Study Part 3 (pp. 81-110)\nFebruary 16     Book Study Part 4 (pp. 111-134) \nSchedule: \n6:15 Arrive and Welcome\n6:30 Rosary\n6:45 Discussion\n7:45 Depart \nCost: $20 \nContact: events@dio.org \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://dio.org/event/interior-freedom-book-study-series/2026-02-02/ 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:20260201T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260201T160000 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20251027T180638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T180638Z UID:10000571-1769934600-1769961600@dio.org SUMMARY:PreCana at St. Francis of Assisi Church\, Teutopolis\, IL DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, February 1\, 2026 – 8:30am–4:00pm includes 8:30 am Mass at St. Francis of Assisi Church\, Teutopolis\, IL. Call Parish Office at 217-961-6404. The fee is $50 per couple to cover lunch and expenses of the day. URL:https://dio.org/event/precana-at-st-francis-of-assisi-church-teutopolis-il/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260201T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260201T070000 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20260105T202927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T203022Z UID:10000909-1769929200-1769929200@dio.org SUMMARY:Newman Breakfast DESCRIPTION:The annual Newman Breakfast will be held Sunday\, February 1 from 7 a.m. until noon at the Teutopolis Banquet Hall. The menu will include all you can eat scrambled and fried eggs\, whole hog sausage\, biscuits and gravy\, hash browns\, French toast sticks\, cinnamon rolls\, coffee\, juice\, and milk. Baked goods will be available for purchase\, and chances will be available for raffle items. Over 80 Newman Centers throughout the state of Illinois offer College students a chance to gather and practice their faith. Proceeds from the breakfast go to the Newman fund. There will also be a country store and raffle items. \nWe hope to see you at the Newman Breakfast on February 1 at the Teutopolis Banquet Hall in Teutopolis. URL:https://dio.org/event/newman-breakfast/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T180000 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20251210T153639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T153639Z UID:10000844-1769709600-1769709600@dio.org SUMMARY:Biblical Walk Through the Mass at Cathedral DESCRIPTION:Join the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Women’s Bible Study for Biblical Walk Through the Mass\, a fascinating exploration of the extraordinary biblical roots of the Liturgy and why every part of the Mass matters. Discover how\, through the Mass\, we encounter God in the most intimate way-hearing Him speak in the Liturgy of the Word and receiving Him Body and Blood\, Soul and Divinity in the Holy Eucharist. This free study meets Thursdays\, Jan. 8-Feb. 5 at 6:00 p.m. in the Cathedral School Library in Springfield. Renew your faith\, deepen your love for the Eucharist\, and order your workbook at www.ascensionpress.com. URL:https://dio.org/event/biblical-walk-through-the-mass-at-cathedral/2026-01-29/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260129 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260130 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20251210T195021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T195056Z UID:10000849-1769644800-1769731199@dio.org SUMMARY:Cathedral Women's Bible Study - Foretold DESCRIPTION:Join the Cathedral Women’s Bible Study for Foretold\, an 8-week series from the Augustine Institute that uncovers how God’s plan unfolds through the Old and New Testaments and continues in our lives today. Led by Dr. Sean Innerst\, Foretold reveals the powerful connections between prophecy and fulfillment\, reminding us that just as God guided biblical history\, He is guiding our stories too. Sessions begin January 8 and meet on Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. in the Cathedral School Library\, Springfield\, Illinois 62703. This study is free and open to all women-come encounter the beauty of God’s plan for you. URL:https://dio.org/event/cathedral-womens-bible-study-foretold/2026-01-29/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260126T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260126T194500 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20251121T140951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T202302Z UID:10000584-1769451300-1769456700@dio.org SUMMARY:Interior Freedom Book Study Series DESCRIPTION:Copies of the book\, Interior Freedom by Fr. Jacques Philippe\, can be ordered online. \nAmazon Link to Order Book \nFr. Jacques Philippe is a spiritual master whose writings are accessible and profound.  Join us for this four-week book study of his book\, Interior Freedom\, in which he helps us to understand how to experience freedom within ourselves in the midst of so many things\, internal and external\, that are out of our control. \nFrom the description of the book: “In his book\, Interior Freedom\, Fr. Jacques Phillipe shows us that we possess\, each of us\, inside of us a space of freedom that no-one can take away. Despite the most unfavorable outward circumstances\, we can claim our freedom because God is its source and its guarantee. Without this\, we will always be in search for something else to fulfill us\, and we will never understand true happiness.” \nJanuary 26       Book Study Part 1 (pp. 9-44)\nFebruary 2       Book Study Part 2 (pp. 45-80)\nFebruary 9       Book Study Part 3 (pp. 81-110)\nFebruary 16     Book Study Part 4 (pp. 111-134) \nSchedule: \n6:15 Arrive and Welcome\n6:30 Rosary\n6:45 Discussion\n7:45 Depart \nCost: $20 \nContact: events@dio.org \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://dio.org/event/interior-freedom-book-study-series/2026-01-26/ 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:20260125T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260125T183000 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20260106T150212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T150212Z UID:10000910-1769353200-1769365800@dio.org SUMMARY:St. Hedwig Haus Soup Supper DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday\, January 25\, 2026\, from 3:00-6:30 PM at Moriarity Hall\, St. Charles Borromeo (921 Madison\, Charleston\, IL 61920) for a hearty and welcoming Soup Supper.\nEnjoy sauerkraut and chicken rice soups\, chili\, sandwiches\, and desserts. Take part in our bucket raffle and large-item raffle\, featuring prizes such as a large-screen TV and recliner\, griddle and meat gift certificate\, or a night at the Effingham Performance Center with dinner at TK Grille. Raffle tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20. The meal is offered for a free-will donation. All proceeds support St. Hedwig Haus\, providing hospitality for women and children. URL:https://dio.org/event/st-hedwig-haus-soup-supper/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T180000 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20251210T153639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T153639Z UID:10000843-1769104800-1769104800@dio.org SUMMARY:Biblical Walk Through the Mass at Cathedral DESCRIPTION:Join the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Women’s Bible Study for Biblical Walk Through the Mass\, a fascinating exploration of the extraordinary biblical roots of the Liturgy and why every part of the Mass matters. Discover how\, through the Mass\, we encounter God in the most intimate way-hearing Him speak in the Liturgy of the Word and receiving Him Body and Blood\, Soul and Divinity in the Holy Eucharist. This free study meets Thursdays\, Jan. 8-Feb. 5 at 6:00 p.m. in the Cathedral School Library in Springfield. Renew your faith\, deepen your love for the Eucharist\, and order your workbook at www.ascensionpress.com. URL:https://dio.org/event/biblical-walk-through-the-mass-at-cathedral/2026-01-22/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260122 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260123 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20251210T195021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T195056Z UID:10000848-1769040000-1769126399@dio.org SUMMARY:Cathedral Women's Bible Study - Foretold DESCRIPTION:Join the Cathedral Women’s Bible Study for Foretold\, an 8-week series from the Augustine Institute that uncovers how God’s plan unfolds through the Old and New Testaments and continues in our lives today. Led by Dr. Sean Innerst\, Foretold reveals the powerful connections between prophecy and fulfillment\, reminding us that just as God guided biblical history\, He is guiding our stories too. Sessions begin January 8 and meet on Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. in the Cathedral School Library\, Springfield\, Illinois 62703. This study is free and open to all women-come encounter the beauty of God’s plan for you. URL:https://dio.org/event/cathedral-womens-bible-study-foretold/2026-01-22/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260120T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260120T210000 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20251121T140629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T202243Z UID:10000583-1768930200-1768942800@dio.org SUMMARY:Feast of St. Sebastian: Men’s Faith\, Beer\, and Bourbon Night DESCRIPTION:An evening of male fraternity in Christ. The evening begins with Mass at 6 p.m. and then continues with drinks and discussion of the joys and challenges faced by men striving to follow Christ within the Catholic Church. \nTuesday\, January 20\, 2026 \n\n5:30 Arrival and Welcome\n6:00 Mass\n7:00 Fellowship and Faith Sharing Discussion\n9:00 Depart\n\nCost: $10\nRegistration Deadline: January 16\nContact: events@dio.org \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://dio.org/event/feast-of-st-sebastian-mens-faith-beer-and-bourbon-night/ 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:20260118T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260118T140000 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20251222T173116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T173116Z UID:10000908-1768735800-1768744800@dio.org SUMMARY:Bethalto Knights of Columbus Chicken Dinner DESCRIPTION:OLQP Parish\, 132 Butcher St.\, Bethalto \nDine-in all-you-care-to-eat: $14 adults\, $6 children (ages 5-10).\nDrive-thru or carry-out: $14 for a half chicken or five chicken strips with three sides.\nSides include mac & cheese\, green beans\, and mashed potatoes with gravy.\nCash or credit accepted. Public welcome. \nDrive-thru/carry-out: Enter from Prairie Street into the school parking lot.\nProceeds benefit Bethalto Knights of Columbus Charities and OLQP Parish. URL:https://dio.org/event/bethalto-knights-of-columbus-chicken-dinner/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T180000 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20251210T153639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T153639Z UID:10000842-1768500000-1768500000@dio.org SUMMARY:Biblical Walk Through the Mass at Cathedral DESCRIPTION:Join the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Women’s Bible Study for Biblical Walk Through the Mass\, a fascinating exploration of the extraordinary biblical roots of the Liturgy and why every part of the Mass matters. Discover how\, through the Mass\, we encounter God in the most intimate way-hearing Him speak in the Liturgy of the Word and receiving Him Body and Blood\, Soul and Divinity in the Holy Eucharist. This free study meets Thursdays\, Jan. 8-Feb. 5 at 6:00 p.m. in the Cathedral School Library in Springfield. Renew your faith\, deepen your love for the Eucharist\, and order your workbook at www.ascensionpress.com. URL:https://dio.org/event/biblical-walk-through-the-mass-at-cathedral/2026-01-15/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260116 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20251210T195021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T195056Z UID:10000847-1768435200-1768521599@dio.org SUMMARY:Cathedral Women's Bible Study - Foretold DESCRIPTION:Join the Cathedral Women’s Bible Study for Foretold\, an 8-week series from the Augustine Institute that uncovers how God’s plan unfolds through the Old and New Testaments and continues in our lives today. Led by Dr. Sean Innerst\, Foretold reveals the powerful connections between prophecy and fulfillment\, reminding us that just as God guided biblical history\, He is guiding our stories too. Sessions begin January 8 and meet on Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. in the Cathedral School Library\, Springfield\, Illinois 62703. This study is free and open to all women-come encounter the beauty of God’s plan for you. URL:https://dio.org/event/cathedral-womens-bible-study-foretold/2026-01-15/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260111T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260111T120000 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20260106T180919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T202717Z UID:10000911-1768120200-1768132800@dio.org SUMMARY:Knights of Columbus Council 577 Breakfast DESCRIPTION:The Knights of Columbus Council 577 will host a breakfast on Sunday\, January 11\, 2026\, from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM at The Hall at Five-Twenty\, 520 E. North St.\, Decatur. Proceeds from the breakfast will support the ongoing maintenance and upkeep of Calvary Cemetery in Decatur\, which faces rising costs and limited income from new burials. The cost is $12 for adults\, $5 for children under 12\, and free for children under 5. The breakfast includes scrambled eggs\, bacon\, sausage\, pancakes\, biscuits and gravy\, breakfast potatoes\, fruit\, coffee\, orange juice\, and milk. The community is invited to enjoy a great meal while supporting an important local ministry. Registration and more information are available at www.decaturknights.org/upcoming-events URL:https://dio.org/event/knights-of-columbus-council-577-breakfast/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260108T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260108T180000 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20251210T153639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T153639Z UID:10000841-1767895200-1767895200@dio.org SUMMARY:Biblical Walk Through the Mass at Cathedral DESCRIPTION:Join the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Women’s Bible Study for Biblical Walk Through the Mass\, a fascinating exploration of the extraordinary biblical roots of the Liturgy and why every part of the Mass matters. Discover how\, through the Mass\, we encounter God in the most intimate way-hearing Him speak in the Liturgy of the Word and receiving Him Body and Blood\, Soul and Divinity in the Holy Eucharist. This free study meets Thursdays\, Jan. 8-Feb. 5 at 6:00 p.m. in the Cathedral School Library in Springfield. Renew your faith\, deepen your love for the Eucharist\, and order your workbook at www.ascensionpress.com. URL:https://dio.org/event/biblical-walk-through-the-mass-at-cathedral/2026-01-08/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260109 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20251210T195021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T195056Z UID:10000846-1767830400-1767916799@dio.org SUMMARY:Cathedral Women's Bible Study - Foretold DESCRIPTION:Join the Cathedral Women’s Bible Study for Foretold\, an 8-week series from the Augustine Institute that uncovers how God’s plan unfolds through the Old and New Testaments and continues in our lives today. Led by Dr. Sean Innerst\, Foretold reveals the powerful connections between prophecy and fulfillment\, reminding us that just as God guided biblical history\, He is guiding our stories too. Sessions begin January 8 and meet on Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. in the Cathedral School Library\, Springfield\, Illinois 62703. This study is free and open to all women-come encounter the beauty of God’s plan for you. URL:https://dio.org/event/cathedral-womens-bible-study-foretold/2026-01-08/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260102T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260102T180000 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20260129T181726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T181726Z UID:10000919-1767376800-1767376800@dio.org SUMMARY:Church Fully Alive! DESCRIPTION:Join us for two inspiring evenings on Sunday\, March 1\, and Monday\, March 2 at 6 p.m. at St. Joseph the Worker Church (700 E. Spruce Street\, Chatham). Enjoy light desserts and coffee from 5:00-5:45 PM as we gather to reflect on what life can be like when we are more fully alive in Christ. Featuring Lee Roessler\, a passionate Christian musician who invites hearts to hope and strength in Christ\, and Joe Farris\, an engaging and respected speaker who brings education\, inspiration\, and encouragement to audiences of all ages. All are welcome! URL:https://dio.org/event/church-fully-alive/2026-01-02/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251223T190000 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20230817T180944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T203315Z UID:10000264-1766329200-1766516400@dio.org SUMMARY:Men's Discernment Retreat DESCRIPTION:Dates: December 21-23\, 2025\nTime:\n\n3pm arrival on the 21st\n7pm departure on the 23rd\n\n\nLocation: Villa Maria Retreat Center1903 E Lake Shore DrSpringfield\, IL 62712\nWho: For men 18-35 years old\nMeals: All meals provided\nCost: Free\nOther: Join other Catholic men for a 3-day retreat at this beautiful\, lakeside retreat center\, to discern the next step God has in store for you. No commitment is implied by your presence.\n\nFor questions about the event\, please contact Fr. 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Peter and PaulEmergency Contact Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Emergency Contact Phone(Required)Emergency Contact Email(Required)\n \n Are you in high school?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Photo Release(Required)I hereby authorize the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois and its agents to utilize photographic and/or video images of me by the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois. In giving my consent\, I hereby indemnify and hold harmless the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois and its agents from any and all responsibility of liability. I understand that I will receive no compensation should any photograph and/or video of me be used.\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Dietary Restrictions(Required)Comments URL:https://dio.org/event/mens-discernment-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;VALUE=DATE:20251213 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251215 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20250812T150442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T172649Z UID:10000536-1765584000-1765756799@dio.org SUMMARY:Catholic Men's Overnight Retreat DESCRIPTION:Step away from the noise of daily life and renew your soul at the Catholic Men’s Overnight Retreat\, led by Norbertine Father Herman Joseph Johanneck\, O. Praem. In his powerful series\, “Sons of the Father\, Men in Christ\,” Father Herman Joseph will guide you into deeper prayer\, reflection\, and brotherhood. \nSaturday\, Dec. 13 \n\n11:00 a.m. – Arrive & check in\n12:00 p.m. – Lunch\nAfternoon – Introductory talk\, personal prayer\, rest and silence; second talk\, personal prayer\, silence\, Rosary\nEvening – Dinner\, group discussion\, Adoration & Benediction\, Confessions\, optional social time\, night silence\n\nSunday\, Dec. 14 \n\nMorning – Breakfast; talk\, personal prayer\, Holy Mass\, sharing of graces\n12:00 p.m. – Lunch\n1:00 p.m. – Departure\n\nCost: $150 (includes single-occupancy overnight accommodations\, meals\, and retreat materials)\nRegistration Deadline: November  21\nContact: events@dio.org \nDon’t miss this opportunity to grow closer to Christ\, be strengthened by other Catholic men\, and live more fully as a son of the Father. \nClick here to register. URL:https://dio.org/event/catholic-mens-overnight-retreat/ 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:20251207T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T190000 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20251112T210015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T140610Z UID:10000581-1765116000-1765134000@dio.org SUMMARY:Preparing Our Hearts for the Coming of Christ - Day of Recollection DESCRIPTION:Gift yourself an afternoon of spiritual reflection and prayer during this Advent season. Join Norbertine Father Herman Joseph Johanneck\, O. Praem\, at the Villa Maria Retreat Center for an opportunity to personally encounter Hope\, Peace\, Joy and Love. \nSunday\, December 7 \n\n2:00 Arrival and Welcome\n2:30 Conference 1\n3:15 Personal Prayer\n4:00 Conference 2\n4:45 Adoration\, Prayer\, Rosary and Benediction (Confessions available)\n6:00 Dinner\n7:00 Depart\n\nCost: $25 (retreat materials and dinner) \nRegistration Deadline: November 30\nContact: events@dio.org \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://dio.org/event/preparing-our-hearts-for-the-coming-of-christ-day-of-recollection/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dio.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/DIGITAL-Advent-Day-of-Recollection-1080x1080-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T180000 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20251016T194923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T194923Z UID:10000569-1764612000-1764612000@dio.org SUMMARY:Interactive Family Movie Night at St. Paul in Highland DESCRIPTION:Come to an interactive family movie night on Monday\, December 1st at 6pm in Trinity Hall. Join us for movie snacks as we watch “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever”! 1411 Main Street\, Highland IL. RSVP by calling the Parish Office: (618) 654-7525 \n \n  URL:https://dio.org/event/interactive-family-movie-night-at-st-paul-in-highland/ LOCATION:St. Paul Catholic Church\, 1411 Main St.\, Highland\, IL\, 62249\, United States GEO:38.7410694;-89.6736499 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=St. Paul Catholic Church 1411 Main St. Highland IL 62249 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1411 Main St.:geo:-89.6736499,38.7410694 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251130T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251130T180000 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20251016T194918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T194918Z UID:10000568-1764525600-1764525600@dio.org SUMMARY:Advent Retreat at St. Paul in Highland DESCRIPTION:St. Paul Parish in Highland is hosting an Advent retreat! Please join us Sunday November 30th at 6pm in Trinity Hall for “The Heart of Advent” featuring guest speakers Lorraine Senci and Ron Knapp who will guide our hearts to Christ and into the season of Advent. RSVP by calling the Parish Office: (618) 654-7525 \n \n  URL:https://dio.org/event/advent-retreat-at-st-paul-in-highland/ LOCATION:St. Paul Catholic Church\, 1411 Main St.\, Highland\, IL\, 62249\, United States GEO:38.7410694;-89.6736499 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=St. Paul Catholic Church 1411 Main St. Highland IL 62249 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1411 Main St.:geo:-89.6736499,38.7410694 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251121T091500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251121T091500 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20251111T170054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T170144Z UID:10000580-1763716500-1763716500@dio.org SUMMARY:Digital Encounter with Pope Leo XIV DESCRIPTION:For the first time ever\, a pope will engage directly with young people at the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC)-and for Pope Leo XIV\, this will be his first-ever digital dialogue with young people in the United States. The encounter will take place on Friday\, November 21\, 2025\, at 10:15 am ET | 7:15 am PT during NCYC’s morning general session. Pope Leo XIV will participate in a 45-minute real-time dialogue with young people gathered at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis and with thousands more joining from around the world via livestream. Click here to participate in the event. URL:https://dio.org/event/digital-encounter-with-pope-leo-xiv/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T083000 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20251009T134954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T134954Z UID:10000566-1763541000-1763541000@dio.org SUMMARY:SDCCW Mattoon Deanery Meeting DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, Nov. 19th\, 8:30 am\, Forty Martyrs\, 111 E. Van Allen\, Tuscola. Co-hosted by Forty Martyrs\, Sacred Heart- Villa Grove\, and St. John the Baptist- Arcola. Mass at 10:30 am and installation of new officers. URL:https://dio.org/event/sdccw-mattoon-deanery-meeting/ LOCATION:Forty Martyrs\, 111 E. Van Allen\, Tuscola\, IL\, United States GEO:39.7948938;-88.2863338 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Forty Martyrs 111 E. Van Allen Tuscola IL United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=111 E. Van Allen:geo:-88.2863338,39.7948938 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T163000 DTSTAMP:20260604T105059 CREATED:20250717T164200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T164200Z UID:10000524-1763197200-1763224200@dio.org SUMMARY:Pre-Cana Class in Effingham DESCRIPTION:St. Anthony of Padua Parishi in Effingham\, IL. Register: Call the parish office at 217-347-7129 or e-mail Sara at shoene@stanthony.com. The fee is $50 per couple to cover lunch and expenses of the day URL:https://dio.org/event/pre-cana-class-in-effingham/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR