WDCR Decatur Catholic Radio, an affiliate of Relevant Radio, invites you to attend their annual dinner on Tuesday, May 6 at the Mt. Zion Convention Center (1400 Mount Zion Parkway) at 5:30 p.m. Enjoy an evening with family and friends, a delicious meal, and hear from keynote speaker, Father Francis Hoffman, better known as Father…

You are invited to come to the ordination Mass of Deacons Ryan Kehoe and Charlie Delano to the priesthood on Saturday, May 24 at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Springfield. Celebrated by Bishop Thomas John Paprocki, most of our priests and deacons from across the diocese and these two men's…

NEW LOCATION! Due to the forecast for inclement weather throughout the weekend and on Monday, the Memorial Day Field Mass on May 26 has been moved to the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception located at 504 East Lawrence Avenue. Mass will begin at 9:00 am. The Most Reverend Thomas John Paprocki will be the principal…

Please join us on Saturday May 31st, 2025 at 1130am, to celebrate the milestone achievement by your 8th grade graduating class from our Springfield area Catholic Schools. This event is an opportunity for us to recognize all 8th graders for establishing roots in Catholic Education and to wish them continued success. At the event, graduates…

Biking for Babies, a national nonprofit organization that combines cycling and pro-life advocacy by organizing long-distance bike rides to raise awareness and funds for pregnancy resource centers across the United States, is hitting the road again this July and one of the routes comes through Springfield. A group of young adult missionaries who train and…

The Springfield Diocesan Council of Catholic Women is pleased to again host the Women of Distinction (WOD) Celebration. They are hoping all parishes will participate in this wonderful opportunity to recognize faith-filled women in our parishes. Although every year only one lady from each parish may be selected, this honoree represents all the faith-filled ladies…

Single Catholic women ages 18 - 45 are invited to participate in the Dominican Sisters' Service Immersion Experience in Chicago. This unique opportunity allows participants to engage deeply with the mission and ministry of the Dominican Sisters while serving the local community and discerning their own path in faith and service. The event is scheduled…

Attend the upcoming premiere of the film Tolton Speaks: The Life and Letters of Fr. Augustus Tolton. The documentary about Quincy's Venerable Father Augustus Tolton's journey from slavery to priesthood follows the extraordinary story through expert interviews, historical documents, and his words as told through never-before-seen letters. The screening will be held June 22 at St.…

June 27-29, 2025; Monastery of the Holy Cross, 3111 South Aberdeen, Chicago. Join the Benedictine Monks of Chicago in their daily round of liturgical and personal prayer. For men ages 20-35 who are interested in learning more about contemplative monastic life. To register, please visitwww.chicagomonk.org or contact us at [email protected]. Monastic Experience Flyer - June…

Quincy, IL - Area Catholics and others devoted to the Venerable Servant of God Father Augustine Tolton – who grew up in Quincy, ministered in Quincy, and is buried in Quincy - will commemorate the 128th anniversary of his death with a pilgrimage procession on Wednesday, July 9 in Quincy. Father Tolton is recognized as…

Come to the Cathedral in Springfield on Friday, July 18 to meet the Wisconsin Biking for Babies team-young adults riding cross-country to support life and share their faith. This year, two organizations in our diocese will benefit from Biking for Babies funds; Two Hearts Pregnancy Resource Center in Springfield and Family Life Center in Effingham.…

Madison County Catholic Charities Christmas in July Trivia Night Fundraiser Madison County Catholic Charities will be hosting a Christmas in July Trivia Night fundraiser on Saturday, July 19, 2025. This unseasonably festive event at the Jerseyville KC Hall will put your knowledge of holiday movies and traditions to the test! Doors open at 6:00 p.m.…