Saint John Paul II Parish - Kewanee, IL

06/07/2026

Religious Education (CCD) registration starts today! Sign up after Mass today and next Sunday, June 14. Mrs. Torres will also be available to answer questions about enrolling at Visitation Catholic School - Kewanee, IL. See you there!

05/21/2026

Hey, parish golfers (or golf-for-funners)! Get your friends and family together and join us for a fun Golf Play Day for Visitation Catholic School - Kewanee, IL!

🗓️ Saturday, May 30
🕙 10 a.m. tee off
📍 Midland Golf Club

We’re raising money to support, improve and amplify our already exceptional athletic programs. Grab your clubs and let’s do it FORE! the student-athletes!

⛳️ Sign up at visitationcatholic.com/golf-play-day or send us a message and we’ll get you set up! See you on the green!

📹 One of our young parishioners practicing for his Giant golf career! 💙

05/18/2026

Congratulations, graduates! Yesterday, we held our annual graduation Mass and Fr. Narcis blessed the graduates in attendance. We wish you many blessings in your future endeavors! 🎓🙏

05/12/2026

Fulton Sheen Official Roster of Events. Don't just attend - make it a pilgrimage.

If you are planning to go to the Beatification of Fulton Sheen on Thursday - September 24th, in St. Louis, MO - Please notify the Parish Office by Wednesday, May 20th. We have to finalize transportation.

Si tiene previsto asistir a la beatificación de Fulton Sheen el Jueves 24 de Septiembre en St. Louis, MO, por favor notifique a la Oficina Parroquial antes del Miércoles 20 de Mayo. Debemos ultimar los detalles del transporte.

04/26/2026

We celebrated our first Youth Mass today! It was a wonderful way to recognize Good Shepherd Sunday and kick off our monthly Youth Mass (happening the last Sunday of each month). Our parish youth did an amazing job in all of the ministries, with incredible support from our entire parish. Thank you, Father Narcis, for shepherding this new tradition and Maria Torres and Vicky Lappin for preparing the youth! We look forward to seeing you at our next Youth Mass on Sunday, May 31, at 8:30 a.m.

⛪️ If you have a child interested in participating in the next Youth Mass, send us a message or contact the parish office.

04/23/2026

👨‍🎓Graduates Mass🙏
We invite all 2026 High School and College Graduates to join us for a Special Mass on Sunday, May 17th at 8:30 a.m. Graduates, please wear your cap and gown and meet in the main vestibule to process in with Fr. Narcis. There will be a reserved section up front and you will receive a special blessing. Please call or email the Parish Office by May 13th if you plan to attend.

👩‍🎓Misa de Graduados🙏
Invitamos a todos los graduados de secundaria y universitarios de la promoción de 2026 a unirse a nosotros para una Misa especial el Domingo 17 de Mayo, a las 8:30 a. m. Graduados, por favor, vistan su toga y birrete, y reúnanse en el vestíbulo principal para entrar en procesión junto con el Padre Narcis. Habrá una sección reservada en la parte delantera y recibirán una bendición especial. Por favor, llamen o envíen un correo electrónico a la Oficina Parroquial antes del 13 de Mayo si tienen previsto asistir.

04/16/2026

👋 Catholic families, this one is for you! Check out this opportunity to get help applying for the Spalding Scholarship and other parish tuition assistance through the Diocese of Peoria! Happening this Sunday, April 19, 10-11 a.m. in the Visitation Catholic School - Kewanee, IL gymnasium.

☔️ Hey, current and prospective Vis families! Are you ready to make it rain (tuition assistance)?

We’ve got you covered!

We are hosting a scholarship application event to help families interested in attending Visitation Catholic School complete their application through the Diocese of Peoria. Even if you haven’t made a decision yet, you can still apply.

✨ Application fee will be waived
✨ On-site help available in English and Spanish
✨ Get support navigating the FACTS application process

📅 Sunday, April 19
🕙 10-11 a.m.
📍 Goetzman Gym

Attending 8:30 a.m. Mass? Head to the gym right after – we’ll be ready for you!

The Spalding Scholarship provides tuition assistance for K-12 students attending Catholic schools in the Diocese, with awards based on financial need. Don’t miss this chance to get help before the April 24 deadline!

04/10/2026

Happy Birthday, Father! 🎉🙏

On behalf of your parish family, we thank God for the gift of your priesthood and the many ways you guide, support, and inspire us each day. Your faith, kindness, and dedication are a true blessing to our community.

May the Lord continue to bless you with good health, joy, and strength as you serve His people. Know that you are in our prayers today and always.

Wishing you a wonderful birthday filled with God’s grace! 🎂✝️

🎉 Happy Birthday, Father Narcis! 🎉

This morning our students presented Father with cards and a rosary to wish him a day filled with joy, blessings, and celebration! 💙

Thank you for guiding us in faith, sharing God’s love, and always bringing a smile to our faces. We are so grateful for you!

02/17/2026

Just a reminder that Ash Wednesday Masses are at 8:30am and 5:30pm tomorrow. There is no OSF Mass this week.

Les recuerdo que las misas del Miércoles de Ceniza son mañana a las 8:30 y a las 17:30. No hay misa de la OSF esta semana.

02/03/2026

Check out our beloved Bishop Lou Tylka! Catch his full story on the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops YouTube channel (starting at 1:06)