The final report of an apostolic visitation of U.S. Catholic seminaries and houses of priestly formation has concluded that they are generally healthy, but recommends a stronger focus on moral theology, increased oversight of seminarians and greater involvement of diocesan bishops in the formation process. The seminaries that are used by the Diocese of Peoria […]
Continue readingMOLINE — Sacred Heart Church, 1608 13th St., will host ecumenical Advent vesper services on the following four Sundays at 4 p.m. Those attending will experience prayerful music, inspiring reflections and quiet amidst the busyness of holiday activities. Father Rober McAleer of Bettendorf, Iowa, offered the opening reflection on Nov. 29. Other presenters include: Dec. […]
Continue readingPERU — “Christmas Bingo: It’s a Ho-Ho-Holy Night,” a one-woman, interactive comedy by Vicky Quade (creator of “Late Night Catechism”), will be part of an an evening of activities and entertainment hosted by St. Bede Academy on Friday, Dec. 4. The show involves a parish in need of a Christmas pageant and the bingo game […]
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Photo Caption: Vincentian Father Bob Gielow will lead the mission from Monday, Nov. 30, to Thursday, Dec. 3, at St. Patrick Church. OTTAWA — “Unwrapping the Gift of the Eucharist” is the theme for a parish mission that will be preached by Vincentian Father Bob Gielow from Monday, Nov. 30, to Thursday, Dec. 3, at […]
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In the photo above, Maryjeanne Gilbert of Peoria Notre Dame pulls away from the pack early in the Class 2A state cross country meet Nov. 7 at Detweiller Park in Peoria enroute to her second consecutive state title. Her time of 16 minutes, 24 seconds was nearly a half-minute ahead of the second place finisher. […]
Continue readingIn his Harvest Mass homily in rural Odell (see story), Father David Sabel referenced the book “One Thousand Gifts” by Ann Voskamp. Writing in the November issue of Magnificat, Voskamp said the best-selling book came about after a friend challenged her to start counting 1,000 things she loved — “one thousands gifts, a thousand graces.” […]
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By: By Tim Irwin Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe/Nov. 22Daniel 7:13-14; Psalm 93:1,1-2,4; Revelation 1:5-8; John 18:33b-37 This Sunday marks the end of the church year with readings that proclaim the end of the church’s mission. The climax of the church’s mission can be found in the answer to Pilate’s […]
Continue readingBLOOMINGTON — Central Catholic High School is celebrating its first volleyball state championship. The Saints powered past Orion on Saturday afternoon at Redbird Arena in Normal to win the Illinois High School Association Class 2A title. The Saints, coached by JR Banister, won the title match 25-20, 25-21. The team was honored with a rally […]
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Photo Caption: Tom Chapman, executive director of the Iowa Catholic Conference, will be the featured speaker on “The Catholic Voice in Public Policy.” DAVENPORT, Iowa — “The Catholic Voice in Public Policy” will be the theme of a presentation to medical personnel from throughout the Quad Cities region this Saturday, Nov. 21. Tom Chapman, executive […]
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With Advent fast approaching, preparations are under way to welcome the Christ Child into our lives in new ways at Christmas. The Catholic Post is inviting readers to share how they will do that this year. Will you be caroling at a nursing home? Making Christmas cards for parishioners who are sick and unable to […]
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