Diocesan and Other Regional Events

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Every Wednesday evening, 6:30 p.m – 8:00 p.m, Adoration is held at St. Mary Church, 126 W. 5th Street in Pecatonica. Benediction begins at 7:50 p.m. 

National Night of Prayer For Life: December 8 – 9, 2019 
On the Feast of the Immaculate Conception in 1531, Our Lady of Guadalupe, patroness of the Americas and Unborn, first appeared to St. Juan Diego. The National Night of Prayer for Life bridges these feasts. Everyone is invited to participate, as we ask Our Blessed Mother to protect Life and the Family; to renew the Church and establish peace. In the U.S., the National Night of Prayer for Life is December 8-9, from 8:00 p.m. until 12:00 a.m. cst. It includes adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, the holy rosary, prayer to St. Michael, silent prayer and hymns. Attacks against life, the family and the Church threaten peace everywhere. Prayers are needed now more than ever. Participate in the National Night of Prayer for Life and know that your prayers will be joined with those of your fellow Catholics throughout the U.S. on this special night.   

Advent Scripture Series
Plan now to attend the popular Advent scripture series with John McGrath. The theme of this year’s presentation is “Good To Great Discipleship”. All sessions are held on the first three Sundays of Advent: December 1, 8 and 15. All sessions run from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and are held in Fellowship Hall at St. Peter’s Cathedral, 1243 N. Church St., Rockford. The cost is $10 for all three sessions or $5 for an individual session. For more information, please call Deacon Bob Mitchison at, 815-633-0213. 

815 Catholic for Young Adults 18 – 35
Join us for drinks, friendship and a little faith formation.
Brew Nights – Fourth Monday of each month
Prairie Street Brew House, 200 Prairie Street, Rockford, Illinois
www.815catholic.com

Holy Family Middle-Age Singles Group
Great events are planned for this summer by the Holy Family Middle-Age Single Group, for ages 40-64. They include a night at Rockford City Market, a movie night, mini golf, outdoor concerts, and trips to Holy Hill and to the Pec Thing. To be added to the singles group email list (which is not shared) or for information about a particular event, call Amanda at 815-395-0566.

Durand American Legion Hospital Equipment Loan Program
The Durand American Legion has available may types of hospital equipment for public use. You do not have to be a Legion member or a veteran to use the equipment. It is free for anyone in need. Electric wheelchairs, walkers (wheeled and nonwheeled), toileting and shower chairs, canes and crutches are some of the types of equipment available. If you, a family member, or friend is in need of this equipment, please call Arlene Steward at 815-248-2243 or George Letcher at 815-248-2407. This is a free service. Keep the equipment as long as you need it. Return it when finished.

Website of the Rockford Diocese:  www.rockforddiocese.org