By: By Jennifer Willems Editor’s note: Dozen’s of photographs from this event may be viewed at Daryl Wilson Photography —– With manhood and fatherhood under attack from the media, mass culture and even the state’s elected officials, it is more important than ever for Catholic men to pass on the story of faith “no matter […]
Continue readingWho says performing a work of mercy can’t be joyful? About 200 supporters of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Peoria raised more than $115,000 (minus expenses) for the agency on Saturday night while enjoying a “Party on the Patio” of the Spalding Pastoral Center in Peoria. “We really appreciate your presence,” said Sister Ana […]
Continue readingBy: By Tom Dermody Editor’s note: Several photos from the ordination Mass may be viewed by clicking here Dozens of photos may be viewed and, if desired, purchased by clicking on the Post Photos camera icon at left. —– The joy experienced at a packed St. Mary’s Cathedral on Sunday will echo in the coming […]
Continue readingPeoria Notre Dame High School students will have more help with tuition. The Sisters of St. Francis of the Immaculate Conception will be able to provide more resources to the elderly. Those who depend on the food and friendship they receive through the Sacred Heart Sandwich Program at St. Joseph’s Church will continue to be […]
Continue readingBy: By Tom Dermody PEKIN — Because he is blind and nearly completely deaf, Josh Wertz often depends on being led by others, including his guide dog of eight years, Ace. But when the Class of 2011 graduates from the Department of Human Development Counseling at the University of Illinois at Springfield process into commencement […]
Continue readingBy: By Tom Dermody The applause was from hundreds, not the million-plus who had gathered in Rome for his beatification the previous weekend, but the affection for Blessed Pope John Paul II was just as deep and sincere among those attending a diocese-wide Mass of Thanksgiving in Peoria last Saturday. “This is certainly a moment […]
Continue readingBy: By Tom Dermody “Every child is an artist.” That quote from Spanish painter and sculptor Pablo Picasso not only is written on the wall of the art room at St. Philomena’s School in Peoria, it is evidenced in nearly every hallway and classroom. And all this week, on walls where the works of master […]
Continue readingROCK ISLAND — For today’s youth, World War II and the Nazi Holocaust may seem like “ancient history,” as far removed from modern day as the Civil War. The student body of Alleman High School here, however, came face-to-face with history May 2 when Holocaust survivor Walter Reed, now 87, captivated and challenged them during […]
Continue readingSPRINGFIELD — Catholic Charities directors from all five downstate Illinois dioceses gathered at the state capitol May 4 to call for quick legislative action to preserve vital adoption and foster care services for thousands of children and families around the state. The directors indicated their agencies may soon be forced out of the adoption and […]
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By: By Jennifer Willems “We couldn’t do what we do without you.” Msgr. Dale Wellman offered those simple and heartfelt words to the 47 women who were honored at the Annual Appreciation Luncheon sponsored by the Peoria Diocesan Council of Catholic Women. The event drew the women, who came from 23 parishes throughout central Illinois, […]
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