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Pilgrims Begin Sacred Journey as National Eucharistic Pilgrimage Reaches Diocese of Peoria

With hymns, prayer, and a spirit of joyful reverence, hundreds of faithful gathered on the first day of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage as it arrived in the Diocese of Peoria, marking a powerful moment of witness to the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist and the vitality of the Catholic faith in central Illinois. […]

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National Eucharistic Pilgrimage passes through Peoria Diocese May 19 – 21, 2025

On Monday, May 19, Bishop Tylka will greet Bishop Hicks of the Joliet Diocese in St. Patrick Church (Seneca) at 2 p.m. Bishop Hicks will bring the Monstrance from the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage which was handed off to the Joliet Diocese on May 18 from the Archdiocese of Indianapolis where it began. Bishop Tylka will […]

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Faithful Gather at Cathedral for Memorial Mass Honoring Pope Francis

In prayer for a beloved shepherd of the Church, the Diocese of Peoria gathered Monday evening at the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception for a Memorial Mass for Pope Francis, who passed into eternal life one week ago. The Mass was celebrated by Bishop Louis Tylka, who offered a homily rich in […]

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New wall murals at Spalding Pastoral Center trace 150 years

Sister Lea, FSJB, diocesan archivist, surveys a section of the new 150th Anniversary wall murals at Spalding Pastoral Center. The murals depict milestones in the life of the Diocese of Peoria. (Sonia Nelson/Diocese of Peoria)

There’s yet another reason to visit the Spalding Pastoral Center in Peoria besides conducting diocesan business or visiting the Sheen Museum. It’s a row new wall murals tracing the 150-year story of the Diocese of Peoria from Feb. 12, 1875 to Feb. 12, 2025. Installed as part of 150th anniversary celebrations, the murals contain 54 […]

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Msgr. Ernest E. Pizzamiglio, Catholic convert, dies at age 91

A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 3 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 2401 N. Broad Street, Galesburg for Msgr. Ernie Pizzamiglio, who once argued with God (unsuccessfully) that he wasn’t smart enough for the priesthood. Msgr. Pizzmiglio, age 91, passed away on Sunday, March 23 at […]

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Deacon Will Clark, in the Diocese of Peoria’s second diaconate class, dies at 89

MONMOUTH – A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10:30 am, Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Monmouth, for Deacon William (Will) Clark, who served the Diocese of Peoria as a deacon for more than 45 years. Deacon Will, 89, passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at his home […]

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“Read Across America” celebrated at St. Patrick School in Washington March 2-6

Washington St. Patrick School third graders Harry Freehill (left) and Ashton Berlett experience a “book tasting” during “Read Across America” week March 2-6.

WASHINGTON – The entire student body of Washington St. Patrick School participated “Read Across America,” a national week-long celebration from March 2-6. Mrs. Kathy Schlack’s third grade class was among those taking part. Mrs. Schlack was recognized as one of National Catholic Education Association’s top ten most distinguished teachers in 2013. This year, Schlack started […]

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Pro-life March (Springfield) and Life and Freedom Rally (Peoria) – March 25

Marchers of all ages joined the 2024 Illinois March for Life in Springfield. Central Illinois Right to Life is again inviting freedom riders from the Diocese of Peoria to literally and figuratively “get on the bus” again this year.

“It’s important that people care about pre-born children. We’re trying to overcome the apathy in our society.” That’s what Dan Smith of Central Illinois Right to Life wants to remind pro-lifers in the diocese of Peoria – the battle has shifted from Roe to the states, and Illinois is once again at the forefront of […]

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