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Growing Disciples Pastoral Plan

Growing Disciples Pastoral Plan

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"Since coming to the “Heart of Illinois,” Bishop Louis Tylka has experienced firsthand the faith and good works of our priests, religious and laypeople, and he has listened to the people of the Diocese of Peoria. In response to what he has learned, Bishop Tylka has commissioned a pastoral planning process called Growing Disciples, with the goal of moving further...

St. Vincent dePaul Society Sponsors Dental Drive

St. Vincent dePaul Society Sponsors Dental Drive

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Did you know that SNAP (food stamps) does not cover dental items such as toothbrushes and toothpaste? The weekend of April 20-21, 2024 St. Philomena’s St. Vincent dePaul Society (SVdP) will be collecting donations in the vestibule of St. Philomena Church of the following dental care items: Soft bristle toothbrushes in adult and child sizes Toothpaste (full size tubes preferred)...

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Catechesis of the Good Shepherd – Level 1B Training

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St. Philomena Parish is happy to once again host training for the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd religious education program. This year's courses and dates are: Level 1-B: cost is $250, class meets July 31-August 5, 2024. Times will be July 31-August 3 from 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., August 4 from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. and August 5...