He who knows how to forgive prepares for himself many graces from God. As often as I look upon the cross, so often will I forgive with all my heart.
-St. Faustina
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As we begin 2023, we are encouraging everyone to practice the
First Saturday Devotion
Join us for Mass and prayer on February 4, 2023
Mass 8 am Mother of Dolors Church
322 N. 7th Street, Vandalia, IL
8:30 am House of the Immaculate
322 N. 8th St Vandalia, IL
Litany of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Guided Meditation
Prayer Teams
Time for Private Prayer and Adoration
Fr. Chad Ripperger
Fr. Chad Ripperger can be contacted through his website, dolorans.org
He is not in residence at OSMM
Root for Our Lady's Team
First Saturday Devotion
January 29, 2023
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The Catholic Response to Dobbs Decision
June 26, 2022
Homily on the 13th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Fr. Seth Brown, Pastor
Mother of Dolors Catholic Church, Vandalia, IL
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The Right Time
Trust or Fear
March 17, 2021
If anything, this past year has given us time to think. Most of us have had extra time because there were so many things...Read more