St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church

09/02/2026

Interested in becoming Catholic or know someone who might be? This year's Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA), the Church's process for becoming Catholic is beginning soon! The first few classes are open to anyone and everyone who is interested in becoming Catholic. There's no commitment. You can simply come to learn and ask questions.

Classes begin Tuesday, Sept 15 6-7:30pm at EIU Newman Catholic Center Basement Library. Open to anyone who is Catholic curious, and also to Catholics who want to learn more!

In an effort to provide more opportunities for Adult Faith Formation at St. Charles, OCIA is open to all adult
Catholics interested in ongoing formation in the Faith. Please note that the 1/2 day retreat on March 13, 2027 is
only for the catechumens and candidates for full-communion.
Please email Thomas Gallagher with any questions at [email protected].

08/06/2026

06/22/2026

📣🚨I am pleased to announce tickets for the Mass of Beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, as well as events taking place before and after the historic celebration, will be available on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 10 am CDT at celebratesheen.com.

The Mass of Beatification is on September 24, 2026, at 2 pm at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis, Missouri, marking a historic moment for the Catholic Church in the United States and throughout the world. The Dome will open early that day for the Sacrament of Reconciliation, Adoration, and a pre-Beatification program with Catholic speakers and musicians.

In addition to the Beatification Mass itself, pilgrims will have the opportunity to participate in a rich series of prayerful, educational, and celebratory events from September 15–26, 2026. These include Masses of Thanksgiving, visits to Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s tomb, and the inaugural Sheen Awards Gala, all in Peoria, Illinois. Together, these events form the official Sheen Pilgrimage. I encourage you to make a pilgrimage to both Peoria and St. Louis to fully experience this historic and grace-filled moment in the life of the Church.

Due to the historic significance of the event and anticipated attendance from across the country and around the world, advance ticket registration will be required for the Mass of Beatification and select events.

Additional information regarding schedules, hotel accommodations, livestream opportunities, pilgrim resources, and frequently asked questions will also be available at celebratesheen.com.

All are encouraged to attend in person if possible, or to join in prayer and participation virtually as the Church celebrates the Beatification of one of the greatest evangelizers of the modern era. 🙏

https://www.celebratesheen.com/

06/18/2026

Please join us in praying for all those affected by yesterday's storms, especially in Effingham and Coles Counties. While reports indicate lots of damage, thankfully no fatalities or serious injuries have been reported.

Leave a prayer intention or simply comment "Praying" below. 🙏🏻

📸Juanita Benz | Effingham Tornado

06/18/2026

We are praying for everyone impacted by last night’s storm. Thank you to all responders and crews who are working tirelessly to clean up and restore power.

The church is without power and will remain locked today.

Please call or email the parish office if you need assistance.

06/17/2026

Prayers for everyone's safety tonight!
Newman Catholic Center

06/08/2026

St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church has just completed its first Eucharistic procession across Charleston from its church building near the courthouse square to the Newman Center on the south side of Eastern Illinois University's campus.

06/06/2026

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