SACRAMENTS
The seven sacraments are the life of the Catholic Church. Each sacrament is an outward and visible sign of an inward and invisible grace, instituted by Christ for our sanctification. Grace is favor, the free and undeserved help that God gives us to respond to his call to become children of God, adoptive sons, partakers of the divine nature and of eternal life. (Catechism of the Catholic Church [CCC] 1996)
SACRAMENTS OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION
~ Baptism
Contact Father Derick Mwesiga mwesigad@gmail.com or Deacon Todd Weber
toddweber2001@outlook.com regarding instruction, preparation and arrangements for Baptism.
~ The Eucharist
Classes are held for 2nd graders (or older if they haven't yet received this Sacrament) from 10:00 -
11:00 am October through May. This instruction will prepare them for the Sacraments of First
Reconciliation and the reception of Holy Communion through the Religious Education program.
~ Confirmation
See more information at the Religious Ed tab above. You may contact Isaac Ferrie with questions.
iferrie85@hotmail.com / (309) 846-4870
RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
If you're interested in learning about or joining the Catholic Church, contact Deacon Todd Weber or Father
Derick. Classes usually begin each fall and eligible candidates are brought into the Church at Easter Vigil each
spring.
SACRAMENTS OF HEALING
~ Penance / Reconciliation
Sundays - Half hour before Mass.
Weekdays - 15 minutes before Mass
or by appointment with Father Derick.
Adult Confession Guide / Children's Confession Guide / Examen De Conciencia Parte
~ Anointing of the Sick
Please contact St. Patrick's Parish Office (217) 935-8510 (answering service available after hours).
SACRAMENTS AT THE SERVICE OF COMMUNION
~ Holy Orders
If interested in the priesthood or religious life, contact Father Derick or Deacon Todd Weber. For the
Diocese of Peoria, click here for more information on the Priesthood or Consecrated Life for both men
and women. For boys in 7th grade up through young adult men, the Diocese of Peoria
offers Emmaus Days each summer.
~ Matrimony
Please contact Father Derick or Deacon Todd Weber at least one year prior to your desired date to
arrange a wedding.
Helpful Information - Dating & Engaged Information / For Your Marriage
The seven sacraments are the life of the Catholic Church. Each sacrament is an outward and visible sign of an inward and invisible grace, instituted by Christ for our sanctification. Grace is favor, the free and undeserved help that God gives us to respond to his call to become children of God, adoptive sons, partakers of the divine nature and of eternal life. (Catechism of the Catholic Church [CCC] 1996)
SACRAMENTS OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION
~ Baptism
Contact Father Derick Mwesiga mwesigad@gmail.com or Deacon Todd Weber
toddweber2001@outlook.com regarding instruction, preparation and arrangements for Baptism.
~ The Eucharist
Classes are held for 2nd graders (or older if they haven't yet received this Sacrament) from 10:00 -
11:00 am October through May. This instruction will prepare them for the Sacraments of First
Reconciliation and the reception of Holy Communion through the Religious Education program.
~ Confirmation
See more information at the Religious Ed tab above. You may contact Isaac Ferrie with questions.
iferrie85@hotmail.com / (309) 846-4870
RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
If you're interested in learning about or joining the Catholic Church, contact Deacon Todd Weber or Father
Derick. Classes usually begin each fall and eligible candidates are brought into the Church at Easter Vigil each
spring.
SACRAMENTS OF HEALING
~ Penance / Reconciliation
Sundays - Half hour before Mass.
Weekdays - 15 minutes before Mass
or by appointment with Father Derick.
Adult Confession Guide / Children's Confession Guide / Examen De Conciencia Parte
~ Anointing of the Sick
Please contact St. Patrick's Parish Office (217) 935-8510 (answering service available after hours).
SACRAMENTS AT THE SERVICE OF COMMUNION
~ Holy Orders
If interested in the priesthood or religious life, contact Father Derick or Deacon Todd Weber. For the
Diocese of Peoria, click here for more information on the Priesthood or Consecrated Life for both men
and women. For boys in 7th grade up through young adult men, the Diocese of Peoria
offers Emmaus Days each summer.
~ Matrimony
Please contact Father Derick or Deacon Todd Weber at least one year prior to your desired date to
arrange a wedding.
Helpful Information - Dating & Engaged Information / For Your Marriage
Married Life Resource - foryourmarriage.org - HERE
Marriage is a vocation to holiness. From their first days as husband and wife through their golden years, married couples have the awesome task of witnessing to God’s faithful love to each other, their children, and society. No couple does this perfectly, and everyone needs help when love feels strained and the going gets tough. All marriages can grow in knowledge, faith, joy, and love. Whether you are just starting out in marriage or have fifty years under your belt, the advice, real life stories, and Church teaching here can help strengthen and bless your marriage. Information also available for Dating & Engaged Couples, and Family Life & Parenting.
Marriage is a vocation to holiness. From their first days as husband and wife through their golden years, married couples have the awesome task of witnessing to God’s faithful love to each other, their children, and society. No couple does this perfectly, and everyone needs help when love feels strained and the going gets tough. All marriages can grow in knowledge, faith, joy, and love. Whether you are just starting out in marriage or have fifty years under your belt, the advice, real life stories, and Church teaching here can help strengthen and bless your marriage. Information also available for Dating & Engaged Couples, and Family Life & Parenting.
For more information regarding the SACRAMENTS and THE CATHOLIC CHURCH, click below.