Diocesan and Other Regional Events

St. Mary's 65th Annual Turkey Dinner, Bake Sale and Raffle
St. Mary Church, Pecatonica
Sunday, October 17, 2021 • 11:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Carryout available
Adults $11 • Children 4 – 10 $7 • Children 3 and under are free
Turkey, Ham, Dressing, Vegetables, Cranberries, Gravy, Masked Potatoes, Homemade Pie


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. 

Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends
Let Jesus the healer, heal any disappointments in your marriage. Strengthen your relationship, rekindle your romance and renew your sacrament by attending the next in person Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend on October 15-17 in Madison, WI. Virtual weekends are also scheduled. For more information visit alifetimeoflove.org or call (888) 574-5653.


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