Biking for Babies – Renewing the Culture of Life – July 12th through July 20th

Biking for Babies – Renewing the Culture of Life – July 12th through July 20th

Biking for Babies is an organization that seeks to renew the culture of life by 1) forming young adults into missionaries of the Gospel of life, 2) increasing awareness for pregnancy resource centers (PRCs), and 3) raising financial and spiritual support for pregnant mothers in need.

Since 2009, B4B has formed 250+ young adults in the Gospel of life, raised awareness for 150+ PRCs, and given over $2M to support families nationwide. Our missionaries go through formation from March to August, but in July, we have our National Ride, during which 9 different teams bike 600+ miles on 9 different routes across the nation to raise money and awareness for PRCs.

Each missionary, whether they are a rider or a support crew member (those who serve the riders) has a fundraising goal and is raising money themselves. Money can be donated to B4B year round, but for it to go to a specific missionary’s goal, the donations are accepted from March to August.

My name is Gretchen Ortner. I live in Appleton, but I grew up in Kaukauna and my mom is a teacher at St John’s, Lisa Ortner. I am also a Biking for Babies missionary.

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

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

The FORMED Video of the Month is “Francis: The People’s Pope”. This documentary begins with the moment that the young Jorge Mario discovers his priestly vocation. After decades of service to the church, a historic conclave would forever change his life and begin an extraordinary papacy of Francis.

We invite you to experience and learn more about “Francis: The People’s Pope”. To view the video, please click here!

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Catholic Heart Workcamp (CHWC) Brat Fry!

Catholic Heart Workcamp (CHWC) Brat Fry!

Mark your calendars!

Here are a few dates with the opportunity to support our Youth going to Catholic Heart Workcamp this year! Stop by in front of the Holy Spirit School (located at Cty Rd KK) on the following Saturdays:

April 26th

May 3rd, May 10th and May 17th

To learn more about Catholic Heart Workcamp, please click here!

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

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

Listen to the second greatest story ever told as we hear about the history of God’s love and mercy interwoven through the transformative message of St. Faustina, the miraculous appearance of Mary at Fatima, the witness of Maximilian Kolbe and the world changing papacy of Pope John Paul II.

We invite you to experience and learn more about “Divine Mercy”. To view the video, please click here!

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St. John Nepomucene – Mass Server and Greeters

St. John Nepomucene – Mass Server and Greeters

St. John Nepomucene is in urgent need for MORE Mass Servers and Greeters! It is a great way to provide service to your parish! You schedule based on your availability and at which Mass. Please prayerfully consider volunteering for such a great cause!

Mass Servers must be in 4th grade or older.

Greeters are needed more at the 10:00 a.m. Mass but we can accommodate your schedule.

You may contact the parish office at (920) 788-9061 or send an email to Sarah at szteske@stjn.org. Thank you!

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

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

During Lent, many of us attempt to fast from chocolate, soda, and social media. But when Easter arrives, it can be easy to fall back into our old habits. The truth is, Lent is more than a list of sacrifices. It’s an invitation to journey through the desert with Jesus, where He can work on renewing our hearts and minds. This transformation invites us to experience Easter as a moment of true joy and new life in Christ! 

How to Lent is a new series from the Augustine Institute that aims to equip Catholics with the tools to understand and practice the pillars of Lent: prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. Guided by Solenne Santiago and with the help of priests and religious, this series will challenge our preconceived notions about Lent, laying out a roadmap for entering the season with a purpose. Don’t let Lent sneak up on you like it did last year. Instead, heed the call of St. John the Baptist by preparing for the Lord, using How to Lent to transform your spiritual life this Lenten season.

We invite you to experience a more fruitful Lent, beginning with our new four-part short series, “How to Lent”. To view the video, please click here!

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

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

Resolutions are hard to keep, aren’t they? Most fade within weeks, leaving us feeling discouraged. But there’s a different way to begin the year—one that lasts!

Let go of doing it all on your own and discover how faith can transform your life. This isn’t just about a better year—it’s about a better life, rooted in Christ.

Join Fr. Columba Jordan, CFR, for Living Faith, a five-week series designed to help you grow closer to Christ. Through his heartfelt teaching, you’ll find strength to: approach each day with intention; face challenges with courage and hope and deepen your relationship with God in the everyday moments.

To view the video called “Living Faith” with Fr. Columba Jordan, CFR on FORMED please click here!

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