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“Challenging the Entertainment Culture: Faustina, TV Jesus & Me” – September 25th at Xavier Fine Arts Theatre

“Challenging the Entertainment Culture: Faustina, TV Jesus & Me” – September 25th at Xavier Fine Arts Theatre

On Monday, September 25th, our CIA-Faith Mission Operatives ministry is excited to host director, actress and singer MARIA VARGO to present “Challenging the Entertainment Culture: Faustina, TV Jesus & Me” at 7 p.m. in the Xavier Fine Arts Theatre. 

Vargo, who serves as president of Hollywood-based G.K. Chesterton Entertainment, will talk about the need for faith-based programming and highlight its recent successes despite the obstacles and cultural and media bias stacked against it. 

Vargo has experience in several areas of the entertainment industry including:

  • As the lead actress in more than 300 performances of Faustina, Messenger of Divine Mercy, St. Luke Productions’ nationwide touring one-woman stage play. It was here she first worked with and befriended “TV Jesus” Jonathan Roumie (of the hit streaming series The Chosen) in his debut role as Jesus.
  • As a writer, producer and director of numerous live productions and short films, the most recent a series on the lives of saints.
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Xavier High School Preview Night – October 16th

Xavier High School Preview Night – October 16th

Join us with your child at XHS Preview Night on Monday, October 16th at 6:30 p.m. in the Xavier High School Theatre. Xavier student leaders will introduce prospective students and their parents to XHS, offer tours and provide the opportunity to meet faculty and staff.

Reserve your spot at bit.ly/xhspn2023 or by calling Xavier High School at (920) 733-6632. High school is a time to put yourself on the track for a future worthy of who God made you be. We look forward to partnering with you on the future of your child. 

To learn more about Xavier High School, please click here!

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FORMED Video of the Month for September – St. John Nepomucene

FORMED Video of the Month for September – St. John Nepomucene

The FORMED Video of the Month is “Can the Homeless Keep You From Hell?”.

Have you ever came upon a homeless person on a street corner and you felt that nudge to do something but your scared and you don’t know what is helpful? So you avoid eye contact. Jesus makes it crystal clear that we need to serve the poor. Yet every time we see an opportunity, we feel intimidated. How do we get over that?

Take the advice of Blake Brouillette, a young man who’s the director of Christ in the City, a ministry to the poor. For eight years now, he’s been working with people on the streets. Learn how to treat and feel about the homeless as Chris Stefanick interviews Blake Brouillette. Let’s do as Jesus taught us and help serve the poor.

You may view this video called “Can the Homeless Keep You From Hell?” with Blake Brouillette | Chris Stefanick Show on FORMED by clicking this link:
watch.formed.org/videos/can-the-homeless-keep-you-from-hell-w-blake-brouillette-chris-stefanick-show.

FORMED! The best Catholic content – all in one place!

Did you know that St. John Nepomucene is welcoming you to sign-up and enjoy FORMED for FREE! Please see the information below and to sign-up, please click the following link: formed.org/signup.

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Christmas Stars ticket sales are open online and at the Xavier Fine Arts Theatre box office!

Christmas Stars ticket sales are open online and at the Xavier Fine Arts Theatre box office!

Box office hours are Mondays and Wednesdays from noon until 3pm.  Come and be delighted by a spectacular Broadway-style revue featuring religious and secular holiday music performed by a cast of singers, dancers and actors ages five to senior citizen. 

Experience the dazzling Christmas parade, a visit from Santa and the breathtaking “Living Nativity” finale.  All performances will be held at the Xavier Fine Arts Theatre, 1600 Prospect Avenue, Appleton, November 30 -December 10.

An American Sign Language interpreter will be provided at the 1pm performance on December 2nd. The fully accessible theatre is equipped with a hearing loop.

For performance times, ticket purchases or questions, please call 920-733-8840 or visit www.christmasstars.org.

To visit the Xavier Theatre box office, please use the main theatre entrance, door #1, located under the arched canopy.  10 minute courtesy parking along the curb is available during box office hours.

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The First Solemnity of Our Lady of Champion – Monday, October 9, 2023

The First Solemnity of Our Lady of Champion – Monday, October 9, 2023

When: Monday, October 9th – Mass begins at 11:00 a.m. CT

Where: The Grounds of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion (4047 Chapel Drive, Champion, WI)

Short Description for Use: Join the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion on the grounds where the Queen of Heaven appeared for the first-ever Solemnity Mass of Our Lady of Champion on Monday, October 9, 2023! Mass begins at 11:00 a.m., celebrated by Bishop Ricken and his fellow Bishops from around Wisconsin. It will be a historic day for Our Lady of Champion, the Diocese of Green Bay, and everyone in attendance! Let us know you are coming by visiting championshrine.org/oloc-solemnity!

Additional things to know about the Inaugural Solemnity:

  1. Bishops and priests from across Wisconsin and the U.S. will concelebrate the Mass.
  2. The Solemnity Mass on October 9th will be outdoors behind the Apparition Chapel, rain or shine!
  3. Please bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating for the outdoor Mass!
  4. Golf carts will be available for transportation to and from the parking lot for those with limited mobility.
  5. A social gathering will take place following the Solemnity Mass to celebrate Our Lady of Champion and her apparitions in Champion, WI!

Webpage with all information on the Solemnity: https://championshrine.org/oloc-solemnity/.

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Calling all High School Students! Join us for Homecoming Mass on September 23rd!

Calling all High School Students! Join us for Homecoming Mass on September 23rd!

Start off your Homecoming with the beautiful tradition at St. John Nepomucene where you attend the 4:30 p.m. Mass and receive a special blessing!

We are looking for high school students to participate in the readings and Prayers of the Faithful during Mass. Please contact Kelly in the Faith Development Office at (920) 788-9033 or at kufi@stjn.org if you are interested or have any questions.