Photo Caption: “The sanctity and dignity of Marriage is under attack,” said Bishop Daniel R. Jenky, CSC, of Peoria in asking Catholics to travel to the State Capitol on Feb. 20 for a “Defend Marriage” lobby day. Saying “we can no longer sit silently, but rather we must stand together in solidarity,” Bishop Daniel R. […]
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Photo Caption: Epiphany Catholic School eighth graders Sarah Thakral, Julia Nelson, Kelly Harris and McKenna Crouch hold four of the 50 Nook e-readers their U.S.-leading fundraising has already earned their school. By: By Tom Dermody “Where would I be if you didn’t believe?” — Justin Bieber, “Believe” —– NORMAL — Sarah Thakral, McKenna Crouch, Kelly […]
Continue readingIf sharing the faith and making a renewed commitment to follow Christ are the goals of this Year of Faith declared by Pope Benedict XVI, St. Mary’s Cathedral in Peoria will be filled with nearly 400 reasons to celebrate on the First and Second Sundays of Lent. The Rite of Election and Call to Continuing […]
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Photo Caption: Father Michael Schaab takes a question from Alejandra Seufferheld from St. Mary’s Parish in Champaign during the seminar on Jan. 26. By: By Jennifer Willems CHAMPAIGN — There may be an RCIA team at your parish, but the responsibility for sharing the Catholic faith with those who are seeking the Easter sacraments of […]
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Catholic young adults and their friends in the Monmouth and Rock Island areas are invited to gather in relaxed settings during February for explorations of current faith issues. “Theology on Tap” sessions are planned for Thursday evenings during February at Petey’s Pub and Grill in Monmouth and on Mondays at Pizza and Subs in Rock […]
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Photo Caption: Sister Judith Ann Duvall, OSF, is interviewed on the grounds of the East Peoria motherhouse of The Sisters of the Third Order of St. Francis for the documentary “Divine Prescription.” While it might be fun, the Super Bowl this Sunday night won’t cure what ails you. If you want to know what will, […]
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Photo Caption: Jim Maloof, former mayor of Peoria and a key figure in the establishment of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis and its Peoria affiliate, died Jan. 19. Three-term Peoria mayor and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital pioneer Jim Maloof was remembered at his funeral Mass Jan. 26 at St. Mary’s Cathedral for […]
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Photo Caption: Anne Stoltzenburg, a junior high math, religion and art teacher at Carroll Catholic School in Lincoln, assists student Hayden Sanborn. She is preparing to retire after 39 years of teaching. By: By Jennifer Willems LINCOLN — After 39 years of teaching at Carroll Catholic School, Anne Stoltzenburg is preparing to retire. There’s no […]
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Photo Caption: Father Anthony Co of Rock Island explains the Luminous Mysteries of the rosary on Jan. 22 before leading prayer at a Candlelight Vigil hosted by the Women’s Choice Center in Bettendorf, Iowa. By: By Jennifer Willems BETTENDORF, Iowa — Reports that Planned Parenthood of the Heartland is no longer offering surgical abortions at […]
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Photo Caption: The Date Night will feature entertainment by internationally recognized classical pianist, composer and performer Eric Genuis. Reservations must be made by Feb. 1. Wondering what to do for Valentine’s Day? Bishop Daniel R. Jenky, CSC, is inviting all married couples in the Diocese of Peoria to celebrate the gift of Christian marriage during […]
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