Spalding Pastoral Center: Catholic Diocese of Peoria
Peoria, Illinois
The Spalding Pastoral Center serves as a resource for the Catholic Diocese of Peoria, which covers the heart of Illinois from the Mississippi River to the Indiana border. The center supports the diocese's mission to grow disciples and become a more vibrant, mission-driven and sustainable Church. The diocese oversees numerous parishes, priests with special ministries, and Catholic schools throughout the region. The center provides information and resources on key Catholic topics including the Eucharist, vocations, evangelization, and discipleship. The diocese is currently celebrating the Beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, with the Beatification Mass scheduled for Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 2 pm in St. Louis, Missouri. The diocese is led by Bishop Louis Tylka and recently celebrated the ordination of three new priests: Fr. Ben Schoonmaker, Fr. Francis Strong, and Fr. Jack Watt.
Denomination
CatholicPhone
309-671-1550Pastor
Ben SchoonmakerServices
Other
Last updated August 2026
Congregation size
1,000-5,000
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