His Excellency Ronald A. Hicks, D.D., Bishop of Joliet, generously allowed the Rogationists of the Heart of Jesus to share their charism, the Rogate, in the Diocese of Joliet during his meeting with Fr. Bruno Rampazzo, RCJ, the General Superior of the Rogationists, on April 8, 2025, at Blanchette Catholic Center, 16555 Weber Road, Crest Hill, Illinois, USA. This paves the way for the Rogationists to establish their Religious Community within the year 2025 and meaningfully take part in the life of the Diocese. They are overwhelmed by the goodness and trust of His Excellency as he shares his hope for a fruitful collaboration with the Rogationists. Most Rev. Dennis E. Spies, D.D., the Auxiliary Bishop of Joliet, Fr. Brizio Giovanni Greco, RCJ, Fr. Orville Cajigal, RCJ, Fr. Jose Gasta, RCJ, and Fr. Noel Reyes were present in this meeting. It was a grace-filled encounter that made everyone look forward to realizing God’s will for the Diocese of Joliet and the Rogationists.

In the afternoon, the group proceeded to St. Mary Parish, at 19515 115th Ave., Mokena City, Illinois, where Fr. Gasta serves as Associate Pastor. Fr. Dindo Billote, the Pastor, showed them the Parish Church, St. Mary School, and the Rectory.

We accompany them with our prayers.

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