Life, Marriage, and Family - Belleville Catholic Diocese

09/03/2026

As Illinois' new physician-assisted su***de law takes effect on September 12, learn about the Church's call to accompany every person with compassion, dignity, and care. Visit our website for resources, prayer cards, and helpful information.
https://www.diobelle.org/news/2718-compassion-care-resources-regarding-illinois-new-assisted-su***de-law

09/02/2026

08/25/2026

On September 12, 2026, Illinois joins the ranks of those states who offer assisted su***de to their residents, instead of care and compassion. Su***de is not compassionate, it's abandonment.

08/25/2026

The temperatures are dropping and that means it's time to sign up to pray at our Fall 40 Days Campaign outside the Fairview Heights Planned Parenthood Clinic! These women and children deserve our prayerful witness and strong defense of their God-given dignity and right to life. Come pray with us! Sep 23-Nov 1. Sign up with your church or just come!

08/22/2026

We are blessed and excited beyond words to welcome our six new seminarians as they join our “band of brothers” … we have 11 seminarians now to pray for as they begin another year of priestly formation! We are so grateful for their response to God’s call!

08/20/2026

Save the Date! Paul J. Kim is coming to inspire us at two different events in September! Mark your calendars and plan to attend! Kim is a national Catholic speaker that has appeared at youth conferences like SEEK and Steubenville around the country. His message is for young, old and families alike ... don't miss it!

08/03/2026

Can't wait to hear Paul J. Kim speak! He's a hit at SEEK and Steubenville youth conferences, and has a great message for all ages! Plan to attend either his talk at St. Clare of Assisi in O'Fallon or Gibault High School in Waterloo ... or come to both, it's FREE!

Please help us spread the word! Paul J. Kim will be speaking at two local events this September, offering engaging and faith-filled presentations for Catholics of all ages. Admission is free, and all are invited to attend. 🙏✨

07/30/2026

https://www.ncbcenter.org/messages-from-presidents/tformalcooperationnwithevil-wpzgk

Of very deep concern to my wife and I, along with the nearly one in seven couples who struggle with infertility, is the woeful lack of knowledge about restorative reproductive medicine (RRM) among medical professionals and others who almost always promote in vitro fertilization (IVF) instead. The go

07/30/2026

During the month of August, we will highlight the struggle of infertility and the promise of Restorative Reproductive Medicine. Click on this link to learn more, or share our flyer with the QR code!

https://www.diobelle.org/nfp/campaign

05/12/2026

The New York Bishops are preparing New York Catholics to respond to the legalization of assisted su***de. These resources will benefit Illinois, too.

In advance of the legalization of physician-assisted su***de in New York state, bishops provide clarity and guidance.