Photo Caption: Frances M. Fabina, a member of Annunciation Parish in Eagle Township, died April 18 in Streator at the age of 109. EAGLE TOWNSHIP — Frances M. Fabina was “a lovely woman” and “a very good Catholic,” according to her pastor. And when she died at a private care home in Streator on April […]
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Photo Caption: Bishop Daniel R. Jenky, CSC, who is observing his 10th anniversary as Bishop of Peoria, is pictured with Sister Ana Pia Cordua, SCTJM, president of Catholic Charities for the Diocese of Peoria. Those who attend the Bishop’s Gala on Friday, June 1, will come away with new tastes, a revived spirit and a […]
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Photo Caption: Rose Marie Rudolph, left, and Veronica Axelson display a wristband that proclaims “I Support Bishop Jenky” and “Freedom of Religion.” By: By Tom Dermody GERMANTOWN HILLS — A way that two friends found to publicly show support for Bishop Daniel R. Jenky’s bold stand on religious freedom is quickly catching on around the […]
Continue readingAn emotional highlight of the “A Call to Catholic Men of Faith” happens early in the program when Father Jerry Logan calls forward fathers and their sons in attendance on the Peoria riverfront. He then encourages the fathers to bless their sons as the Litany of St. Joseph is prayed. It is powerful to watch […]
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By: By Sharon Priester Sixth Sunday of Easter, May 13 Acts of the Apostles 10:25-26,34-35,44-48; Psalm 98:1,2-3,3-4; 1 John 4:7-10; John 15:9-17 How many times have we heard someone say, “I love this pizza” or “I love your new car”? Love is a word used over and over by each of us. Pope Benedict XVI […]
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Photo Caption: Clockwise from upper left, are Deacons Daniel Gifford, Timothy Hepner, Johnathan Steffen, and Joel Phelps. By: By Jennifer Willems Filled with knowledge, the four young men who will be ordained priests for the Diocese of Peoria on Saturday, May 26, are also filled with a desire to boldly proclaim the Gospel of Jesus […]
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Photo Caption: During a break at the Psalms workshop, young Gregory Raymond Hodes seems pleased with the bunny made by Sister M. Marion, FSJB, as he looks blissfully into the eyes of his mother, Mary Catherine. By: By Jennifer Willems Jeff Cavins may not have explored each of the 150 Psalms found in the Bible, […]
Continue readingROCK ISLAND — The Benedictine Sisters of St. Mary Monastery invite people to join them for reading, reflection and prayer on Mondays, May 7 and 21, from 6:45 to 8:30 p.m. at Benet House Retreat Center, 2200 88th Avenue West. The cost is $5 per session, plus the cost of books. The presenter is Sister […]
Continue readingWASHINGTON — The 20/30 Young Adult Group at St. Patrick’s Church, 705 E. Jefferson, is planning an evening of chant, meditation, music and eucharistic adoration followed by a potluck dinner on Sunday, May 6, from 5 to 8 p.m. Child care will be provided for children ages 2 and older, but reservations are required. For […]
Continue readingEAST MOLINE — St. Anne’s Church will host a Cinco de Mayo celebration on Saturday, May 5, from 5 to 8 p.m., in Cleary Hall, 1705 Sixth St. The menu includes tostadas or tacos with beans and rice. The cost is $7 for adults and $3 for children younger than 12 or $20 per family. […]
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