Habemus Papam: “We have a pope”! On May 8, 2025, white smoke signified the election of our new pope: Pope Leo XIV. Please join us and the universal Church in praying for and celebrating the election of our Holy Father!
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The Catholic Foundation is saddened by the death of our Holy Father, Pope Francis. As we pray for the repose of his soul, we also remember the impact and blessings he has shared with the Catholic Church over the course of his papacy, as well as the many years he served as a priest, auxiliary bishop, archbishop, and cardinal. The Catholic Foundation invites all people in northeastern Wisconsin and beyond to join us in prayer for the repose of Pope Francis’ soul and for all the souls of the faithful departed.
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During this Holy Easter season, we rejoice with the disciples in Christ’s resurrection. Our risen Lord is our salvation and our renewal. On behalf of the Catholic Foundation, we wish you a most Happy Easter filled with the joy and peace of our Lord Jesus Christ. In observance of this holiday, our office will be closed April 17-21 in observance of Triduum and Easter. We will return to the office on Tuesday, April 22. We wish you every grace and blessing as we celebrate the Holy Easter season and our renewal in Christ.
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St. Pope John Paul II declared, “We are an Easter People.” We are called to rejoice in Jesus’ sacrifice and deep love for us. Not only should we rejoice, but also, we should live as Jesus lived: to share the Father’s love and message with everyone we encounter. Together in faith, we can leave a legacy that shares Jesus with the world.
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The Catholic Foundation is a separate 501(c)(3) organization established to serve the Catholic community here in northeastern Wisconsin. We partner with families and individuals to support the ministries of the diocese, their parish, and other nonprofit organizations. Learn more through this blog post!
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Through CRS Rice Bowl, Catholics in the United States are invited to put their faith into action through prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. CRS Rice Bowl Grant Applications are open February 14th – March 29th, 2024. Read more to see how you can put your faith into action today.
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More than 600 religious educators were trained at the 2024 Catechist Convocation at Notre Dame de la Baie Academy High School in Green Bay, Wisconsin. This event was made possible through a Catholic Foundation Advancing the Mission (ATM) Lifelong Catechesis Endowment grant.
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In northern Wisconsin, the Antigo Area Catholic Churches of St. John, St. Wenceslaus, and Ss. Mary & Hyacinth are helping more children discover Jesus. A Catholic Foundation Advancing the Mission Lifelong Catechesis Endowment grant is helping make faith formation accessible to all.
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Each year, the Diocese of Green Bay gathers our 100 priests and deacon pastoral leaders for three days of fraternity, prayer, and communion with Bishop Ricken. Held on October 7-9, 2024, in Egg Harbor, the Congress was an incredible success, giving clergy members more ways they can bring Jesus to parishioners. Thanks to a Catholic Foundation Advancing the Mission (ATM) Leadership Development Endowment grant, the 2024 Clergy Congress Speaker—Dr. Timothy O’Malley—presented to the clergy in Green Bay.
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In the last three years, Holy Rosary Catholic School in Kewaunee has seen a greater need for tuition assistance, so more children can have the opportunity to have an education with Jesus at the center. Thanks to a Catholic Foundation Advancing the Mission Lifelong Catechesis Endowment grant, Holy Rosary could provide tuition assistance for more students.
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