Reconciliation (Confession)
God the Father of mercies, through the death and resurrection of his Son, has reconciled the world to himself and sent the Holy Spirit among us for the forgiveness of sins; through the ministry of the Church, may God give you pardon and peace; and I absolve you from your sins, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
—Words of Absolution
The Sacrament of Reconciliation (also known as the Sacrament of Penance, or Confession) is offered 20 minutes before each Mass, or by appointment. If you would like to speak with a Priest please call the Pastor at 815-223-0315.
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Bishop Jenky's Call to Heroic Catholic Witness... Jesus Christ is Lord!
Bishop Jenky upholds the Kingship of Jesus Christ in his sermon at the recent Catholic Men's March in Peoria. Read the full text of the Bishop's comments here: Heroic Catholicism.
Christus vincit! Christus regnat! Christus imperat!
Christ wins! Christ reigns! Christ commands!
Growing in Faith Together (GIFT) Study
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