Works of Mercy

Works of Mercy
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Jan. 31: Learn about annulment in Rockford



Event or News information: Annulments: What the Catholic Church Really Teaches 
Have you ever had a question about annulments? Perhaps you or a family member, a friend or a co-worker needs sound, clear information about the annulment process in a welcoming environment. Join us Sunday evening, Jan. 31 at 7 p.m. at Tavern on Clark Restaurant, 755 Clark Dr., in Rockford. 
This free presentation is open to everyone, including those who are divorced and might be interested in exploring the annulment process, as well as those who would like to know more about what the Church teaches and what this process looks like. 
Be an ambassador of good news by being more informed on this subject. 
Please share this invitation with others who might need healing of the past and hope for the future. 
To RSVP for this event or for more information, please contact the Life & Family Evangelization Office at (815) 399-4300 or jcollins@rockforddiocese.org.
Date: Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016
Start Time: 07:00 pm
End Time: 09:00 pm
Location: Tavern on Clark, 755 Clark Dr., Rockford, IL 61107
Cost (if any): Free
For more info
Call: Jennifer Collins at (815) 399-4300
Email: jcollins@rockforddiocese.org

Jan. 13: Prayer for Healing in Loves Park



An Hour of Prayer For Hope and Healing
During this Jubilee Year of Mercy, let us join together in praying for all those affected by abortion, so that they may find hope and healing in the merciful love of God.
"Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal."
--St. Thomas More 
Your presence is a powerful and beautiful witness to God's mercy!
Hope to see you there...

Date: Wednesday, Jan. 13
Start Time: 06:00 pm
End Time: 07:00 pm
Location:  St. Bridget Parish, 600 Clifford Ave., Loves Park
For more info
Call: Kathy Berkes at (815) 399-4300

Second Wednesday Holy Hour in Rockford



Event or News information: Holy Hours for the Victims of Abortion
St. Edward Parish will dedicate the second Wednesday of every month during the Holy Year of Mercy, from 6 - 7 p.m., to pray for victims of Abortion.  
The first half-hour will be silent prayer during adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.  The holy rosary (bilingual) will be prayed aloud with all present at 6:30 p.m. for this single intention.  Benediction will end the hour.
Date:Second Wednesdays during the Year of Mercy
Start Time: 06:00 pm
End Time: 07:00 pm
Location: St. Edward Parish, 3004 11th Street, Rockford, IL
For more info
Call: Mary H. Cetera at (815) 874-3473

Third Monday rosary in Sterling


Event or News information:
Every third Monday of the month, join the Lay Apostolate of Jesus group in the church to pray the rosary.
St. Mary in Sterling is one of the eight Jubilee of Mercy parishes in the Rockford Diocese. Attending the service at the church may entitle you to a special indulgence. 
Date: Third Mondays during the Year of Mercy
Start Time: 11:30 am
End Time: 12:30 pm
Location: St. Mary Parish, 509 Ave B, Sterling, IL 61081
For more info
Call: Jane Olson at (815) 625-0640

Thursday rosary in Sterling



Event or News information:
Every Thursday join the Helpers of God's Most Precious Infants in praying the rosary.
St. Mary in Sterling is one of the eight Jubilee of Mercy parishes in the Rockford Diocese. Attending the service at the church may entitle you to a special indulgence.  
Date: Thursdays during the Year of Mercy
Start Time: 09:00 am
End Time: 10:00 am
Location: St. Mary Parish, 509 Ave B, Sterling, IL 61081
For more info
Call: Jane Olson at (815) 625-0640

Wednesday rosary at Sterling


Event or News information:
Every Wednesday join the St. Peregrine group in praying the rosary.
St. Mary in Sterling is one of the eight Jubilee of Mercy parishes in the Rockford Diocese. Attending the service at the church may entitle you to a special indulgence.
Date: Wednesdays during the Year of Mercy
Start Time: 02:10 pm
End Time: 03:00 pm
Location: St. Mary Parish, 509 Ave B, Sterling, IL 61081
For more info
Phone: (815) 625-0640