Divine Worship

The Office of Divine Worship for the Diocese of Peoria has as its mission, the task of assisting the bishop, whose charge it is to safeguard and promote the liturgical life of the diocese. It is also the mission of this office to foster the relationship of the liturgical life of the parishes by working closely with the priests, deacons and lay faithful of the diocese as a resource of information.

The office supports the bishop in his role through the preparation of liturgies celebrated by the people of the diocese (i.e. Ordinations, Chrism Mass, Rite of Election, etc.) and also helps parishes and groups in their celebrations of Episcopal Liturgies (Mass or special prayer services with the bishop).

The Office of Divine Worship serves as consultant to parishes, schools, and agencies regarding liturgical needs, questions, liturgical study, liturgical music, special celebrations, ministry formation, retreats and days of reflection, sacramental preparation and rituals.

This page contains Diocesan Guidelines & Liturgical Norms, a local Liturgical Calendar, Fasting & Abstinence guidelines, Guides to Catholic Ceremonies, and Manual for liturgical ministries. Other information will be posted as it is needed or developed.

Scheduling Masses/Events Around the Diocesan Campus

Since there is no central office for scheduling events, it is up to the host organization to contact all the necessary offices:

• To schedule an event/ Mass WITH the Bishop: Cheryl Berkshier (cberkshier@cdop.org)
  Cheryl can arrange cathedral use only for events that involve the Bishop

• Cathedral Events WITHOUT the Bishop: Phil Lee (plee@cdop.org)

• Conference/Meeting space at Spalding Pastoral Center: Andrew Hagemann (ahagemann@cdop.org) or Julie Small (jsmall@cdop.org)

Explanation of the Mass

Father Charles Klamut, Priest for the Diocese of Peoria, offers a detailed explanation of the Mass. This is a wonderful source for anyone wanting to explore or understand more deeply the wonderful gift of Holy Mass instituted by our Lord at the Last Supper.

Statutes

Statutes for the Commission on Liturgy, Churches, and Chapels (Section 11)

Guide to Confession

These resources that will help explain and guide you through the Sacrament of Penance (commonly known as Confession or Reconciliation). We have included both Children's and Adult's versions that speak and teach to each group in an age-appropriate manner.

Examination of Conscience

• Adult Confession Guide

• Children’s Confession Guide

• Examen de Conciencia