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.

Forty Hours Devotion For the Priests of the Rockford Diocese
Pray an hour for our priests in one of our diocesan adoration chapels
August 4, 7:00 A.M. – August 5, 11:00 P.M.
 
All are invited to one of the Masses that will be offered for our priests on the Feast of St. John Vianney, patron of priests.
Saturday, August 4 7:00 A.M. at St. Bridget Church and 8:30 A.M. at Holy Family Church
For more information and to sign up for a holy hour, go to: www.rockforddiocese.org/fortyhours

Summer Camps at Bishop Lane Retreat Center
Jeremiah Days
For boys entering 7-9th grade
July 8-11, 2018,
Bishop Lane Retreat Center
$90.00 (your cost $0.00)
Growing up can push and pull us in so many directions. Staying close to the Lord and seeking to know His plan is a great way to stay on track to be the best person we are able. Jeremiah Days is for young men interested in exploring whatever vocation the Lord has in store for them.

First Call
For teenage boys entering grade 10-college
July 15-18, 2018
Bishop Lane Retreat Center,
$90.00 (your cost $0.00)
A priest stands in persona Christi, in the person of Christ, for all the Church to see and follow. Dying to self and shining the light of Christ in such a radical way is indeed an supernatural call. First Call is a retreat to dive into the richness of the priestly vocation and religious life.

All held at Bishop Lane Retreat Center, 708 E.McGregor Rd, Rockford (between Rockford and Byron). If you have questions or would like a registration form, please call the Parish Office, 815-248-2490.

Space is limited, so please register as soon as possible.

Grieving A Suicide?
Are you grieving a loved one’s suicide or know someone who is? Suicide loss can trigger inconsolable sadness and devastating feelings of guilt, anxiety, fear and isolation. One free resource is www.allianceofhope.org, a website founded by Ronnie Walker, herself a suicide loss survivor. She calls the site“designed by survivors for survivors.” Here, you will find help, understanding and consolation. If you would like to talk more about this, contact me, Jan Thornton at (815) 334-0332. I am a suicide loss survivor.

Silver & Gold Wedding Anniversary Mass
Couples celebrating milestone wedding anniversaries of 25, 50, 55, 60, and 65 or more years of marriage in 2018 are invited to a special Mass celebrated by Bishop Malloy at St.
Mary Parish in Huntley, IL on Sunday, August 19 at 2:30 p.m. A cake and punch reception will immediately follow.
 
Are you celebrating a special milestone? The Life & Family Evangelization Office welcomes your registration by phone 815-399-4300 or online at www.rockforddiocese.org/anniversary by August 3. Commemorative certificates to mark this special occasion will be available for those who preregister for this event.


Worldwide Marriage Encounter
“He cured many who were sick with various diseases.”
Is your marriage suffering from lack of communication or kindnesses? Are you looking for a way to bring your marriage back to its fullness? Jesus can cure all! Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends are July 20-22 in Madison, WI and Sept 7-9 in Geneva, IL. Early registration is highly recommended. Visit alifetimeofliove.org or call 888-574-5653.

Have you already attended a Marriage Encounter? WME is celebrating 50 years at a convention at the Westin Hotel in Lombard, IL. Visit our website at www.wwme2018.org  or for more information please email Information@WWWME2018.org .


Want To Grow In Holiness, But Too Busy?
Want to transform your work, your marriage, your family, and your life, but don’t have time? Looking for the quickest, surest, and easiest way to holiness, but don’t know where to begin? In our hectic day and time, St. John Paul II and St. Teresa of Calcutta knew that the quickest way to be transformed into a saint is through a relationship with Our Blessed Mother, Mary.
 
Join us in September, as we being a 33-day preparation for Marian Consecration. For six weeks, we’ll individually read about and reflect on four great Marian giants: St. Louis de Montfort, St. Maximilian Kolbe, St. Teresa of Calcutta, and St. John Paul II. They’ll teach us the secrets of drawing closer to the Heart of Jesus through the Heart of Mary. 
 
In our weekly meetings, we’ll share our insights within our small group and then watch a 30-minute video. The video by popular author and speaker, Fr. Michael Gaitley, MIC, brings our individual reflections and group experience into a clear and liveable focus.  
 
If you’re looking for a simple way to be spiritually renewed, develop a deeper relationship with Our Merciful Savior, and grow in holiness, join us for 33 Days to Morning Glory Small Group Retreat. Pick up a flyer at the entrance of the church or contact either Cindy Nicolosi at 815-248-3106 or Peggy Stewart at 847-894-2910 with questions or to register.

Consoling The Heart Of Jesus
Who has time in their busy schedule for a full weekend retreat?
 
Consoling the Heart of Jesus takes the most effective principles of the most powerful retreat, the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius, and makes them easily available to the busy people of today. These exercises contain a built-in order that can help us grow in holiness over a short time. St. Theresa of Lisieux, St. Faustina Kowalska, and St. Teresa of Calcutta knew the key and had the tools, now you can too.
 
Join us in September as we begin a 10 week small-group retreat. We’ll individually read and reflect then answer questions in the retreat book. In our weekly meetings, we’ll share our insights within our small group and then watch a 30-minute video. Pick up a flyer at the entrance of either church or contact either Cindy Nicolosi at 815-248-3106 or Peggy Stewart at 847-894-2910 with questions or to register.

HEAL Grief Education Groups
St. Camillius Center
2101 6th Street, Monroe, Wisconsin
Six-week sessions open to anyone 18 years & older. Learn about the grieving process, ideas for coping and healing in a safe supportive setting.
Dates:
September 5 - October. 10, 2018, 6-7:30 p.m. (Wednesdays)

This program is free and open to the public. To register, or for more information, contact Monroe clinic Hospice at 608-324- 1230 or 800-367-8406 or visit online at monroeclinic.org.

815 Catholic for Young Adults 18 – 35
Join us for drinks, friendship and a little faith formation.
Brew Nights – Third Tuesday 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