Diocesan and Other Regional Events

March For Life in Chicago
Our Parish Youth Group is sponsoring a chartered bus to attend the March for Life Chicago, on Saturday, January 11, 2020. The bus will meet at St. Mary Church at 6:00 a.m. and return at 8:00 p.m. There will be a Youth Rally, Convention, March for Life at Daley Plaza and Mass. For more information and to register, please contact Renae Pinter: 608-630-6139.

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. 

Lifescape Program for Seniors
Kennedy’s Restaurant,  Winnebago, Il
The owners of Kennedy’s at 109 S. Benton Street invite Winnebago County seniors, age 60 and over, to participate in their Lifescape Program. Kennedy’s, in Winnebago, will have a free breakfast and/or lunch meal plan for registered seniors every Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. The only requirement is those who would like to participate need to sign up for the program by calling: 815-978-9162.

Marriage Encounter
“Then they opened their treasures and offered him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.” Offer your spouse the treasure of each other by participating in a Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend on January 24-26 in Brookfield, WI or March 13-15 in Madison, WI. Visit our website at alifetimeoflove.org or call (888) 574-5653.

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