Diocese of Green Bay

Whether it’s his faith life, Catholic education, work or sport, following in the footsteps of family suits Jerry Vander Loop just fine. In fact, he embraces it. Vander Loop is named after his maternal grandfather, race car driver Jerry Muenster, who has been inducted into the halls of fame at multiple tracks in the state. Read this month's cover story, featuring Jerry Vander Loop, at https://lnkd.in/gAx4wBSN. Want the fast track to know Jerry better? Watch a full interview with car-aficionado, Fr. John Girotti at https://lnkd.in/gi7_2JXA.

As we embrace the Jubilee Year 2025, themed "Pilgrims of Hope," our commitment to missionary discipleship and global solidarity is more important than ever. That is why Bishop David Ricken congratulates CRS Rice Bowl for 50 years of serving those in need. This initiative is a key part of engaging Catholics in a Lenten program that emphasizes prayer, fasting, learning, and almsgiving, focusing on combating hunger and poverty. Please join us in praying for this organization and the work they do, and consider participating at your local parish this Lent. Catholic Relief Services Catholic Relief Services en español #catholic #diocese #dioceseofgreenbay #dioceseofgb #romancatholic #catholicchurch #greenbay #onmission #onmissionmedia #onmissionmediaofficial #CRSRiceBowl

On Mission Media and the Diocese of Green Bay are looking for a Senior Marketing Coordinator to join our Office of Communications! 📢🔔 We are seeking a creative professional with a passion for marketing and design. If you would like to use your skills in a faith-filled environment, we would love to hear from you! 📍 Full-time position 🎨 Graphic design, writing, marketing campaigns, and more! 💡 Collaboration and mission-driven work 📌 Competitive benefits package Apply today, or share this post with someone who you think might be a good fit! ➡ onmiss.io/careers #catholic #diocese #dioceseofgreenbay #dioceseofgb #romancatholic #catholicchurch #greenbay #onmission #onmissionmedia #onmissionmediaofficial #marketing #nowhiring #marketingcoordinator #jobopening #marketingjobs #catholicjobs

Sometimes, decisions are not in your hands. Jessica Melchert can attest to that after she tried “saying no a couple times” to a ministry invitation in the summer of 2023. Melchert was asked to serve as the religious education coordinator at her parish, St. Sebastian in Isaar. She had been involved in the program for three years as a catechist, teaching reconciliation and first Communion preparation, but taking on more was not in her plans, particularly with her busy family life. “Would it be taking on too much? Did I have the right tools to coordinate and do the things the way they should be done within a catechesis program?” she asked herself. Through prayer and discernment, and with “the support of our other catechists and teachers and aides and families within our program,” she decided to say yes. “It was the Holy Spirit coming in,” said Melchert. “You try to say no, but it’s what God wants and through God what you’re able to do.” The religious education program at St. Sebastian, served by seven catechists, has grown from fewer than 30 to 42 students from 21 families. This year marked the first for kindergarten students in the program. Religious education follows the 8 a.m. Sunday Mass at St. Sebastian. You can read Jessica's full story at https://lnkd.in/gh2r95QN

Christmas is at the heart of who we are at the Diocese of Green Bay. Jesus, Our Hope, is with us here in the Sacraments we celebrate, in the people who dedicate their work to our mission, and in our Faith that guides everything we do. May the joy of Christmas fill your hearts this Christmas season, and Happy New Year from all of us here at the Diocese of Green Bay!

"Let’s have a welcoming porch!" Diane Roundy, MBA finds joy in making a difference and inviting others to join her. This year’s picnic at her parish, St. Clare, Askeaton/Greenleaf/Wrightstown, is an example of inviting others to get involved. She and her husband, Rick Roundy, took on the roles of the auction co-chairs, but the lead position for the picnic still needed to be filled. “No one would chair the picnic, so I recruited a friend, Anne Gerrits,” said Roundy. “I said to her, ‘If you team up with me, we can do it.’ Hopefully, we’re going to come in at $90,000 (raised). There was a need. It’s not that hard because we have such great volunteers. It’s just a matter of organization.” Roundy said her love of community and helping people began as a child. “At one of the first Masses, Fr. Bob Kabat (pastor in Greenleaf at the time) welcomed us,” said Roundy. “He did a little research and said, ‘I’d like you on the church auction committee.’ That’s how we started getting involved in the community. We were asked.” Diane and her husband Rick co-founded the St. Clare School $10,000 raffle, now in its 20th year. The event has raised more than $2 million for the school. “It’s a heart tug,” said Roundy about how she decides which volunteer opportunities to become involved in. “I love bringing people together for a really good cause. You obviously have to believe in the cause. We make it fun and exciting rather than just another initiative type of thing. I get energy from people.

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Jubilarian Wedding Anniverary Mass 2024: September 29, 2024 (29 de Septiembre 2024) | 12:30 p.m. St. Francis Xavier Cathedral (Catedral de San Francisco Xavier), Green Bay Bilingual Mass | Misa Bilingüe Bishop David L. Ricken, Celebrant | Obispo David L. Ricken, Celebrante Congratulations, Jubilarians! The Diocese of Green Bay and the Office of Marriage & Famiy Life are pleased to welcome couples who have or will be celebrating their 25th, 50th, 55th, 60th, 65th, 70th, and 75+ wedding anniversary in 2024 at the Jubilarian Wedding Anniversary Mass with the Most Reverend David L. Ricken, DD, JCL, as the principal celebrant.

Mass of Ordination to the Priesthood: The Ordination Mass will begin at 10AM. Recitation of the Rosary will begin at 9:30AM.

Ordination to the Permanent Diaconate