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Interested in becoming Catholic or learning more about the Catholic faith?

Interested in becoming Catholic or learning more about the Catholic faith?

The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) (formerly known as RCIA) is the process by which the Catholic Church welcomes new members into its midst or completes the process of Christian initiation. This process involves receiving 1 or all 3 sacraments of initiation which include Baptism, Holy Eucharist and Confirmation.

During the process of initiation, a person grows in knowledge of the teachings of the Catholic Church, explores the meaning of the Scriptures for daily life, develops friendships with members of the parish community, learns to pray and worship in the Catholic tradition and discovers the joy of serving others.

If you are interested in learning more about this process or the Catholic faith, please contact the parish office at (920) 788-9061 and ask for Deacon Dave Van Eperen and he will provide you with more more information. Lessons are set to begin mid-September 2023. 

Click here to learn more on the OCIA program!

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Scheduling Coordinator for St. John Nepomucene

Scheduling Coordinator for St. John Nepomucene

St. John Nepomucene is looking for an individual who would like to volunteer their time and be the Scheduling Coordinator for the various ministries we have at our parish.

This would entail scheduling the ministries on a quarterly basis and sending out emails in regards to Holy Day Masses or Masses for the holidays to find greeters, ushers, servers, Eucharistic ministers, etc.

There will be training for the software!

If you are interested or have any further questions, please contact Deacon Dave at (920) 788-9061 or via email at: dvaneperen@stjn.org.

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

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

The FORMED Video of the Month is “Joan of Arc”.

Joan of Arc is a riveting epic film of faith, inspiration, triumph and tears. Born to a peasant French family, Joan hears the voices of saints calling out to her to unite her besieged nation. At 17-years old, she led one of the greatest military campaigns for freedom the world has witnessed. Watch this incredible adventure that leads to thrilling victories and heartbreaking betrayals!

You may visit or click this link to view the video at: https://watch.formed.org/videos/joan-of-arc .

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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Rock Cancer – Join us on August 19th at Doyle Park

Rock Cancer – Join us on August 19th at Doyle Park

The Spierings Cancer Foundation’s 15th Annual Rock Cancer Event is scheduled for August 19th at Doyle Park in Little Chute starting at 1:00 p.m.!

Every 3rd Saturday of August at Doyle Park in Little Chute, WI. The Spierings Cancer foundation holds their annual fundraising event called Rock Cancer. It’s a daylong celebration of life with a variety of activities throughout the day for the entire family to enjoy. Starting with the I CAN-SUR FIVE 5K walk at 12pm, food, drink, large dedication screen, kids’ activities, many raffles, dunk tank, VIP picnic table seating, and most of all live music starting at 1pm.

Rock Cancer Prayer Service
Join us on Thursday, August 17th at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. for our Rock Cancer Prayer Service. During this Prayer Service, we will stand with your loved ones who are battling cancer, honor the survivors and remember the ones who have passed away.

Want to volunteer and learn more about this great event? Check out their website at: spieringscancerfoundation.org.

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August Explanation Station – St. John Nepomucene Adult Faith Formation

August Explanation Station – St. John Nepomucene Adult Faith Formation

Why is the Catholic Church known as Apostolic?

An unbroken chain of succession characterizes the hierarchy of the Catholic Church. Christ commissioned the Twelve Apostles, and each one of them in turn commissioned bishops, who in turn ordained other bishops and priests. So every priest and bishop alive today, including the pope and the patriarchs of the Eastern Churches, has a lineage that traces directly back to the Apostles. It is why the Church is known as an “Apostolic Church.”

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Christmas Stars – Open Auditions on August 26th

Christmas Stars – Open Auditions on August 26th

Christmas Stars, an annual holiday-themed musical revue, will hold open auditions on Saturday morning, August 26th at the Xavier Fine Arts Theatre, 1600 W. Prospect Avenue, Appleton.  Students entering Kindergarten through 8th grade in 2023-2024 who enjoy singing and dancing are invited to audition.

An online application and audition scheduling instructions are available at the “Join Our Cast” link on the production’s website:  www.christmasstars.org.  Auditions are by appointment.  Music and accompaniment are provided by the producers.

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2023 Raising Vocations Collection

2023 Raising Vocations Collection

Why is the Diocese starting the Raising Vocations Collection?

The Diocese of Green Bay has been blessed by the prayers and generosity of thousands of people. With the help of a beautiful, anonymous donation to the one by One campaign, our seminarians’ tuition, room and board, and the Kairos formation year expenses will be covered for five years.

This wonderful gift will allow our Diocese to shift the focus to supporting the efforts of helping more young men and women answer God’s call to a holy vocation. After months of prayerful discernment and having consulted with the Catholic Foundation team, Vocations Director, Rev. Mark C. Mleziva and Bishop David Ricken have decided that every parish in the Diocese will undertake a new campaign called the Raising Vocations Collection. This shift will help us further our Diocesan goal of calling forth and forming 30 men in seminary formation by 2025. These holy men have been formed by ministries that encourage our young people to explore their vocation.

How does your gift to the Raising Vocations Collection support Vocations?

This important collection supports ministries that help young men and women answer God’s call to a holy vocation. Some ministries that will benefit from the Raising Vocations Collection are campus ministry at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh and campus ministry at our Catholic High School campuses. They will provide support to these young men and women through retreats, spiritual direction and being part of a Catholic community when they are away from home and journeying with their peers.

Vocations Events and other information may be found at the Diocesan website at: www.gbvocations.org.

Click here to view Frequently Asked Questions about the Raising Vocations Collections.

Click here to view the Raising Vocations Collection 2023 brochure.

To make a gift today, contact the parish office, visit the Raising Vocations Collection website at www.catholicfoundationgb.org/give, or call Tammy toll-free at 877-500-3580, ext. 8123.