Diocese of Springfield in Illinois

Church Fully Alive!
2026-01-02 18:00 (America/Chicago)
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!

Cathedral Women's Bible Study - Foretold
2026-01-08, 2026-01-15, 2026-01-22, 2026-01-29, 2026-02-05, 2026-02-12, 2026-02-19
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.

Biblical Walk Through the Mass at Cathedral
2026-01-08 18:00, 2026-01-15 18:00, 2026-01-22 18:00, 2026-01-29 18:00, 2026-02-05 18:00
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.

Knights of Columbus Council 577 Breakfast
2026-01-11 08:30 - 12:00
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

Bethalto Knights of Columbus Chicken Dinner
2026-01-18 11:30 - 14:00
OLQP Parish, 132 Butcher St., Bethalto
Dine-in all-you-care-to-eat: $14 adults, $6 children (ages 5-10).
Drive-thru or carry-out: $14 for a half chicken or five chicken strips with three sides.
Sides include mac & cheese, green beans, and mashed potatoes with gravy.
Cash or credit accepted. Public welcome.
Drive-thru/carry-out: Enter from Prairie Street into the school parking lot.
Proceeds benefit Bethalto Knights of Columbus Charities and OLQP Parish.

Feast of St. Sebastian: Men’s Faith, Beer, and Bourbon Night
2026-01-20 17:30 - 21:00 | Villa Maria Retreat Center, 1903 E Lake Shore Dr, Springfield, IL, 62712, United States
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.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026

5:30 Arrival and Welcome
6:00 Mass
7:00 Fellowship and Faith Sharing Discussion
9:00 Depart

Cost: $10
Registration Deadline: January 16
Contact: events@dio.org
REGISTER HERE

St. Hedwig Haus Soup Supper
2026-01-25 15:00 - 18:30
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.
Enjoy 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.

Interior Freedom Book Study Series
2026-01-26 18:15 - 19:45, 2026-02-02 18:15 - 19:45, 2026-02-09 18:15 - 19:45, 2026-02-16 18:15 - 19:45 | Villa Maria Retreat Center, 1903 E Lake Shore Dr, Springfield, IL, 62712, United States
Copies of the book, Interior Freedom by Fr. Jacques Philippe, can be ordered online.
Amazon Link to Order Book
Fr. 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.
From 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.”
January 26 Book Study Part 1 (pp. 9-44)
February 2 Book Study Part 2 (pp. 45-80)
February 9 Book Study Part 3 (pp. 81-110)
February 16 Book Study Part 4 (pp. 111-134)
Schedule:
6:15 Arrive and Welcome
6:30 Rosary
6:45 Discussion
7:45 Depart
Cost: $20
Contact: events@dio.org
REGISTER HERE

Newman Breakfast
2026-02-01 07:00
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.
We hope to see you at the Newman Breakfast on February 1 at the Teutopolis Banquet Hall in Teutopolis.

PreCana at St. Francis of Assisi Church, Teutopolis, IL
2026-02-01 08:30 - 16:00
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.

SDCCW Alton Deanery Meeting
2026-02-06 08:00
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

World Marriage Day - Date Night Ideas, Couples Connection Plan, and more!
2026-02-08
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:

Register for live broadcasts like “Different by Design”, “Living a Shared Life”, “Creating Traditions” and “Leaving a Legacy;”
Download your Couples Connection Plan;
Choose from a number of date night ideas

Decatur Knights of Columbus Council 577 Second Sunday Breakfast
2026-02-08 08:30 - 12:00
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.

Rosary Prayer Service for Our Lady of Lourdes Feast Day in Quincy
2026-02-11 13:30
The Annual Rosary Prayer Service will be held on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 1:30 p.m., on the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, at the Our Lady of Lourdes of Ghost Hollow Grotto. The grotto is located at the spring dedicated by Fr. John Carberry of St. Boniface on February 11, 1998, and named by Fr. Francis Lee of St. Rose on March 16, 1997.
The grotto is located at the corner of 4507 Ghost Hollow and Herleman Roads, Quincy, IL 62305.
All are invited. Please dress for the weather and bring a folding chair.
For more information, contact Janice E. Pohlman at 217-257-2400.

Diversity Day of Reflection at Our Lady of Snows Shrine
2026-02-16 10:00 - 15:00

SDCCW Lenten Retreat: Heaven Meets Earth - A Journey through the Holy Mass
2026-02-24 - 2026-02-25
Step away from the busyness of life and enter more deeply into the mystery of the Holy Mass at the Springfield Diocesan Council of Catholic Women’s Lenten Retreat, “Heaven Meets Earth: A Journey through the Holy Mass,” held February 24-25 at Villa Maria Conference Center on Lake Springfield. Led by retreat director Sr. Margaret Schreiber, OP, PhD, this retreat offers spiritual presentations, prayer, Holy Mass, Confession, fellowship, and time for quiet reflection. All women are welcome-bring your sister, your mom, or a friend. Download the registration form, which includes costs/more details. Deadline to register is February 14. For more information, contact Mary Ann Sullivan at 217-822-1928 or Janet Zimmerman at 217-494-4743, and watch for updates on the SDCCW Facebook page.

Community of Religious Educators (CORE) Catechetical Formation & Networking Day
2026-02-25 10:00 - 14:00
The Community of Religious Educators (CORE) will gather on February 25, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Catholic Pastoral Center, located at 1615 West Washington Street, Springfield, Illinois. This free event is open to all those involved in the catechetical mission of the parish and provides an opportunity to come together for networking, professional development, and collaboration. Participants will also hear the latest updates from the Department for Catholic Education regarding initiatives and policies related to parish formation and outreach. Registration is required and must be completed by February 19, 2026, using the following link: https://dio.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/450/responses/new
