advent 2024

”Nativity Animals, Shepherd, and Star”
Christ the King, Moline

December 2 at 1 pm - we will show a video and have a brief discussion and snacks. Please bring the animal figurines from your Nativity, especially the sheep.

December 9 at 1 pm - We will show a video possibly from The Chosen, discuss, and have a snack. Please bring your Shepherd from your Nativity scene.

December 16 at 1 pm - We will show a video, have time for reflection, and a snack. Please bring the star from your Nativity scene.

Come enjoy an afternoon with us and reflect on Advent and our faith.

on the human and divine love of the heart of jesus christ
sacred heart, Moline

Sunday, December 8 at 3 pm
Sunday, December 15 at 3 pm

Each Sunday we will begin with the Liturgy of the Hours Evening Prayer followed by a reflection on Pope Francis’ recent encyclical by Fr. Mark DeSutter and Fr. Matthew Abu Cole.

rejoice advent mission
st. Maria Goretti, Coal Valley

Wednesdays, November 27, December 4, 11, 18 after 9 am Mass - We will explore the Sunday Mass readings through daily reflections and come together as a community to share and watch a short video by Fr. Mark Toups and his friends. Bring a friend! If you are unable to join, the Mission can be done at home. Contact Barb Kratt for more info: (309) 236-1385.

advent evening of eucharistic praise and Worship
st. ambrose, milan

December 19 at 7 pm

Fr. Keith Romke of the Diocese of Rockford will be with us to celebrate a special Advent evening of Eucharistic Praise and Worship. What an inspirational way to welcome the birth of Christ the Lord. Fr. Keith is a young dynamic speaker, musician, singer and pastor of St. Peter and Paul in Carey, IL. Check him out online!

disrupting darkness: love, light, and the birth of jesus - advent reflection groups

4 weekly sessions - 1 hour each session - small groups

Topics include:

  • The deeper meaning of the Christmas story

  • Yes, Mary knew

  • Luke’s Story

  • Matthew’s Story

Join a small reflection group for 1 hour during Advent or facilitate a group you already belong to. All materials and information and provided. Various meeting times and places. Perfect for Parish Councils, Altar & Rosary groups, CCD teachers, neighbors, Cursillistas, Seton teachers, friends, prayer groups, or any other group you belong to! For more information contact: