MONMOUTH — The consecrated life, mercy, and a journey from atheism to Catholicism will be topics when a new Theology on Tap series opens Feb. 4 and continues for two more Thursday evenings at Alfano’s Pizza, 206 S. Main St. Theology on Tap in the Monmouth area is an opportunity for adults of all ages […]
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Dr. Marcelino D'Ambrosio
SILVIS — “Making Lent Count: How to Get More Out of Your Lent This Year than Ever Before” is the theme for a workshop offered by Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 800 17th St., on Saturday, Jan. 30. The speaker for the day is Dr. Marcellino D’Ambrosio, an author and speaker who has appeared on […]
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Father Joseph Mary, CSJ
PRINCEVILLE — Catholic medical personnel are invited to a spiritual retreat on Saturday, Feb. 6, at the Congregation of St. John Priory, 11223 W. Legion Hall Road. “Finding an Oasis of Mercy in Our Vocation” is the theme of the retreat, sponsored by the Peoria Guild of the Catholic Medical Association as well as Our […]
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Photo Caption: Dr. Sharon Weiss is the recipient of the Pope Francis Leadership Award from the Resource Renewal Project. The Resource Renewal Project, a stewardship initiative of the Coleman Group of Chicago, has named Dr. Sharon Weiss as the recipient of its Pope Francis Leadership Award. She will be honored at a dinner in Chicago […]
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WEST PEORIA — Christmas tree ornaments are on the minds of many now and there is a way to decorate your tree and benefit the retirement fund of the Sisters of St. Francis of the Immaculate Conception at the same time. The Sisters, also known as the Heading Avenue Franciscans, are selling the limited edition […]
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Photo Caption: John Christensen and Michaela Cruse in a scene from “Carol vs. Christmas.” BLOOMINGTON — “Carol vs. Christmas,” a modern take on the classic “A Christmas Carol,” will be presented by the Central Catholic Drama Department this weekend. Performances are Saturday, Dec. 12, at 7 p.m., and Sunday, Dec. 13, at 2 p.m. in […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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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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