Office of the Bishop – Diocese of Springfield in Illinois
The Most Reverend Thomas John Paprocki was named the Bishop of Springfield in Illinois on April 20, 2010 by his Holiness, Pope Benedict XVI. For his episcopal motto Bishop Paprocki has retained the Latin motto "LEX CORDIS CARITAS."
Homilies and Speeches – Diocese of Springfield in Illinois
Bishop Paprocki has the pleasure of administering the Sacrament of Confirmation at about fifty parishes every year. The text of his Confirmation homily for each academic year is listed below. Confirmation and First Communion Homily for 2022-2023; Confirmation and First Communion Homily for 2021-2022; Confirmation and First Communion Homily for ...
Books by Bishop Paprocki – Diocese of Springfield in Illinois
Bishop Paprocki weaves his unique personal story with eight athletic topics and connects them with a path to wholeness. Holy Goals for Body and Soul: Eight Steps to Connect Sports with God and Faith links lessons from the world of sports and fitness—especially the experiences of a Catholic bishop who plays ice hockey—with concrete ways to ...
Our Leaders and History – Diocese of Springfield in Illinois
Pope John Paul II appointed him to serve as Auxiliary Bishop of Chicago on January 24, 2003. Pope Benedict XVI appointed Bishop Parocki as Bishop Lucas' successor on April 20, 2010 and on June 22, 2010, Bishop Paprocki was installed the …
Diocese of Springfield in Illinois – Roman Catholic Diocese
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QND graduate at QU is bishop’s scholarship recipient
The university awards the $10,000 Bishop’s Scholarship to one student on the recommendation of Bishop Paprocki. To be eligible for consideration, a candidate must belong to a parish in the Diocese of Springfield and have applied to QU.
Catholic Times – Diocese of Springfield in Illinois
Aug 28, 2024 · Bishop Barron & Bishop Paprocki – The #1 Things about Faith, Marriage, Dating, Struggles, Culture
About the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois - dio.org
Have you ever wondered what is the significance and symbolism of the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois' Coat of Arms (Crest)? Where did it come from? Here is an explanation for the diocesan coat of arms as described by Bishop James Griffin in 1924: "The main colors - those of the field (background) and the cross are gold and blue.
Couples married 50+ years celebrate together – Diocese of …
All the couples were acknowledged by Bishop Thomas John Paprocki, who was the principal celebrant of the Mass, which was concelebrated by Vicar General Msgr. David Hoefler. Gracie Ortiz, director of Marriage and Family Life, was impressed by all the love and commitment she witnessed at the Mass.
Bulletin Announcements – Diocese of Springfield in Illinois
Aug 10, 2024 · Bishop Barron and Bishop Paprocki and the Number 1 Things – Bishop Robert Barron is one of the Church’s leading theologians. Bishop Thomas John Paprocki is one of the Church’s leading Canon lawyers. They are both some of the Church’s best teachers of the faith.