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By: The Catholic Post - November 11, 2014 -
Local News Brief
For the second consecutive year, The Catholic Post has produced a video honoring and seeking prayers for the faithful departed, especially those who have died in the past 12 months in the Diocese of Peoria. Released on All Souls’ Day, Nov. 2, the video contains nearly 50 images of recently deceased loved ones contributed by […]
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By: The Catholic Post - November 11, 2014 -
Local News Brief
Photo Caption: Tajci’s Dec. 7 concert in Danville is sponsored by the Vermilion county Catholic Vicariate, although people of all faiths are welcome to attend. DANVILLE — Christian recording artist Tajci will bring her “Christmas Concert Experience” to the Dick Van Dyke Theater at Danville High School, 516 N. Jackson St., on Sunday, Dec. 7. […]
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By: The Catholic Post - November 2, 2014 -
Local News Brief
It isn’t hard to say what Christmas looks like or even tastes like. It’s safe to say the season also has a definite sound, which church and community choirs have already started to refine in preparation for Masses and concerts throughout central Illinois. What is your favorite Christmas hymn? What is the song that brings […]
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By: The Catholic Post - November 2, 2014 -
Local News Brief
GENESEO — Jack Jezreel, founder and executive director of JustFaith Ministries, will present a parish mission from Monday, Nov. 3, to Wednesday, Nov. 5, at St. Malachy Church, 595 E. Ogden Ave. His presentations will be at 7 p.m. each day. The theme for the mission is “The Spirit of Pope Francis” and Jezreel’s talks […]
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By: The Catholic Post - November 2, 2014 -
Local News Brief
EAST MOLINE — Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy will honor military veterans as well as those now serving our country on Thursday, Nov. 6. Following ceremonies at the school’s flag pole at 9:15 a.m., a Mass will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. at St. Anne Church. All veterans, active military, and their guests are […]
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By: The Catholic Post - October 20, 2014 -
Local News Brief
Time is running out to submit a photo of a recently deceased loved one for inclusion in an All Souls Day video tribute being produced by The Catholic Post. The tribute is designed to honor and inspire prayer for Catholics around the Diocese of Peoria who have died since Oct. 1, 2013. Photos must be […]
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By: The Catholic Post - October 20, 2014 -
Local News Brief
PETERSTOWN — A TEC weekend for young men, ages 16 to 23, will be held Nov. 1-3 at the Peterstown TEC Center. TEC is a youth retreat sponsored by the Diocese of Peoria that includes talks, an opportunity for the sacrament of reconciliation, Mass, fun and fellowship. Teens of all faith traditions are welcome.For more […]
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By: The Catholic Post - October 20, 2014 -
Local News Brief
ROCK ISLAND — As part of the All Souls’ Day observance at Calvary Cemetery, candles will be placed at the gravesites of the deceased. The candles will be blessed at a ceremony at 9 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 31, at the mausoleum, 2901 12th St. Friends and family members are invited to attend the ceremony, […]
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By: The Catholic Post - October 3, 2014 -
Local News Brief
The Catholic Post again this year is producing a video tribute in remembrance of those who have died in the past year. We invite families and friends to share an image of a recently deceased loved one for possible inclusion in the four-minute video. Last year, 50 photos were included in the tribute video, released […]
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By: The Catholic Post - October 3, 2014 -
Local News Brief
During October and November, the Christ Child Society of Central Illinois is accepting donations of items to place in layettes for babies who are at risk or born to families in need. The Christ Child Society makes these layettes available to 13 hospitals throughout the Diocese of Peoria. To see if your parish is participating, […]
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