Second Sunday of Easter - Divine Mercy Sunday

Dear Parishioners,

    Recently, we placed the Birdies for Charity brochure in our bulletins.  This is a unique way to help our parish in its fundraising efforts.  If a parishioner donates, their donation will be supplemented by John Deere. 

    Extra fund raisers are important this year because there are increased costs to our parish budget due to inflation.  Our heating costs this winter went up significantly.  Please help us out by keeping faithful to your offertory commitment.

     I would like to ask the parish for prayers today as Bishop Tylka will be here to confirm our students at a 3:00 p.m. celebration.  This is a significant day on our yearly calendar, and we are glad to have the bishop with us.

     Finally, there are job openings at Alleman High School that need to be filled. We need administrative persons in development and recruitment. These are essential positions.  If you or someone you know would be qualified, please contact Alleman at 309-786-7793.  Two weeks ago, the strategic plan was completed.  I was involved in the process.  A good document has been developed.  Now we need to implement it. 

     May Our Lady of Peace pray for our troubled world.

Fr. Mark