Bishop Louis Tylka announced new clergy assignments for priests of the Diocese of Peoria this month. These appointments are effective July 1, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Priests take Senior Status These appointments are effective July 1, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Father William Keebler to senior status. Father Thomas Shaw […]
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From Bishop Louis Tylka, Diocese of Peoria With great joy and deep gratitude to God, I am pleased to announce the Mass for the Beatification of the Venerable Servant of God, Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen will take place on Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 2 pm Central time at The Dome at America’s Center in […]
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The Cause for the Venerable Servant of God Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen is moving forward toward beatification, the Diocese of Peoria announced today. “The Holy See has informed me that the Cause for the Venerable Servant of God Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen can proceed to Beatification,” said Bishop Louis Tylka of the Diocese of Peoria. […]
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On Thursday, March 19, you are invited to join thousands of pro-life advocates, being a joyful witness to life and raising your voice for the voiceless at the Illinois Pro-Life Mass and March. The day begins with Mass at 10 a.m. at the Exposition Building on the grounds of the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield, […]
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Bishop Lou's Crew at NCYC.
Nearly a hundred teens together with our beloved Bishop Louis Tylka, the Mission Crew from the Diocese of Peoria and Volunteers traveled to Indianapolis for the National Catholic Youth Conference held at Lucas Oil Stadium, November 21 – 23. Below is a recap of their days spent at the conference. NCYC Day 1 Recap! Our […]
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Monsignor Doug Hennessy, 87, of Bloomington, died Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center in Bloomington. Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, November 17, 2025, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Bloomington. The Most Reverend Louis Tylka, Bishop of Peoria celebrated the Mass. Visitation was from 3:00-7:00 p.m., Sunday, […]
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 17–21, 2025 PEORIA, IL — As part of the ongoing celebration of the Diocese of Peoria’s 150th Anniversary, the diocese is launching a new prayer series on the Hallow app featuring Bishop Louis Tylka. The series, Five Foundations, invites the faithful to pray, reflect, and renew their commitment to the Church’s […]
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The Diocese of Peoria broke ground Sunday, Oct. 19 on The Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Experience, a new facility honoring the life and legacy of hometown hero Venerable Fulton J. Sheen. The event marks the beginning of the Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Foundation’s and Diocese of Peoria’s plan to transform the former Spalding Institute — […]
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The Office of Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Peoria and the FIRE Foundation of Central IL launched the Inclusive Education Conference on Friday, October 3rd, at the Spalding Retreat Center in Peoria. The conference, “FIRE’d Up for Inclusive Education: Supporting Students with Disabilities in Catholic Schools,” welcomed over100 teachers and administrators from all 41 […]
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Fr. David F. Roche, 92, of Pontiac, passed away on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at St. Joseph Hospital in Bloomington. He was born November 30, 1932, in Peoria to William J. and Jessie Rasey Roche. He is survived by several nieces and nephews. Father David was ordained to the priesthood on June 1, 1958. Over […]
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