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Bishop Calls on All Catholic Institutions to Defend Our First, Most Cherished Liberty
 Bishop David L. Ricken is calling on all Catholic institutions in the Diocese of Green Bay, especially in cooperation with other Christians, Jews, people of other faiths, and others to join the national effort to defend religious freedom in the United States.
Bishop Ricken is asking parishes or clusters of parishes to choose a date during the "Fortnight for Freedom" -- June 21 to July 4 -- for local special events that would complement the U.S. Bishops' national campaign of teaching and witness for religious liberty.
Additional Information
Follow these links for information on Fortnight for Freedom events, resources and information:
 Fortnight for Freedom
Diocesan Events
 Ecumenical Hour of Prayer
Religious freedom is not a Catholic, Jewish, Orthodox, Mormon or Muslim issue. It is an American issue. Please join us on the Diocesan campus for an Ecumenical Hour of Prayer for religious freedom!
Sunday, June 24 -- 4 p.m. at St. Joseph Chapel (CLICK HERE for map/directions)
Independence Day Mass
Our country was founded on religious freedom as settlers from Europe came in search of a place where they could freely practice their religion without persecution. Come celebrate the Fourth of July with us!
Wednesday, July 4 -- 8:30 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral (CLICK HERE for map/directions)
 Fortnight for Freedom
ParishesParishes around the Diocese are preparing for the Fortnight for Freedom, June 21 to July 4. Scheduled events include:
St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, Green Bay
- Tuesday, June 26, 7:00 p.m. -- Rosary in the Mary Garden (rain or shine)
- Wednesday, June 27, 8:30 a.m. -- Mass followed by Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament until night prayer and Benediction at 8:30 p.m.
 (interpreted for the deaf)
- Friday, June 29, 8:30 a.m. -- Mass for the Feast of Ss. Peter and Paul
St. John the Evangelist, Green Bay
- Thursday, June 28, 5:30 p.m. -- Vigil Mass for the Solemnity of Ss. Peter and Paul (interpreted for the deaf)
St. Joseph, Green Bay
- Thursday, June 28, 6:00 p.m. -- Prayer Service followed by a short reception
St. Francis of Assisi, Manitowoc
- Monday, June 25, Noon-1:00 p.m. -- Holy Hour for Religious Liberty, Faith Formation Center Adoration Chapel
- Wednesday, June 27, 6:00-7:00 p.m. -- Holy Hour for Religious Liberty, Faith Formation Center Adoration Chapel
If your parish has any events or prayer opportunities taking place during the fortnight, please e-mail information to:
Catherine Zirngibl at
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We will provide a list of parish events on this page. Come back to this page to see what parishes are doing throughout the Diocese June 21 to July 4 for this 14-day period of prayer, education, and action in support of religious freedom.
 Fortnight for Freedom
Other Events
Father Carr's Place 2B, Oshkosh
- Wednesday, June 20, 27, and July 4, 6:00 a.m. -- Rosary
Shrine of Our Lady of Good Help™, Champion
- Thursday, June 21, 11:00 a.m. -- Mass, followed at noon by outdoor Rosary recitation
Silver Lake College of the Holy Family Chapel, Manitowoc
- Tuesday, June 26, 6:30 p.m. -- Manitowoc County Ecumenical Prayer Service
 Fortnight for Freedom
National EventsOpening Mass
- June 21, 6 p.m. (CDT) -- Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption in Baltimore, Maryland, celebrated by Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore
Closing Mass
- July 4, 11:10 a.m. (CDT) -- Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C., celebrated by Cardinal Donald Wuerl of Washington; homilist, Archbishop Charles Chaput, OFM Cap., of Philadelphia. Nationwide telecast on EWTN cable network.
 Fortnight for Freedom
Daily Reflections from USCCB
 Fortnight for Freedom
Additional Information
Letter from Bishop David Ricken
Bishop Ricken encourages all to focus on the role of religious freedom in both our Christian and American heritage of liberty over the Fortnight for Freedom.
CLICK HERE for Fortnight for Freedom Letter from Bishop Ricken 
Resources Packet
Practical information, including bulletin inserts, prayers and more, for parishes and clusters organizing a local Fortnight for Freedom event.
CLICK HERE for Fortnight for Freedom Resources Packet
Prayer for Religious Liberty
Downloadable prayer that may be used by individuals, groups, or parishes during the Fortnight for Freedom
CLICK HERE for the Prayer for Religious Liberty
Litany for Liberty
Downloadable litany from the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops that can be prayed at work or at home, personally or as families or groups, during the Fortnight for Freedom
CLICK HERE for the Litany for Liberty
Flyer
Downloadable flyer promoting the Diocesan-sponsored Fortnight for Freedom events.
CLICK HERE for Fortnight for Freedom Flyer
Press Release: Diocese to Observe Fortnight for Freedom
Press Release from Diocese of Green Bay concerning the Fortnight for Freedom
CLICK HERE for Fortnight for Freedom Press Release from the Diocese
U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops Fortnight for Freedom Resources
Additional prayers, educational resources and more, including details for the special televised closing Mass at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.
CLICK HERE for USCCB Fortnight for Freedom Resources
 Fortnight for Freedom
Resources/Information from Other Wisconsin DiocesesCLICK HERE for the Archdiocese of Milwaukee
CLICK HERE for the Diocese of La Crosse
CLICK HERE for the Diocese of Madison
CLICK HERE for the Diocese of Superior
Contacts
Deacon Ray DuBois
Director of Communications
Phone: (920) 272-8213
E-mail:
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Amber Backus
Communications Coordinator
Phone: (920) 272-8209
E-mail:
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Catherine M. Zirngibl
Catholic Social Justice Coordinator
Diocese of Green Bay
Dept. of Evangelization, Living Justice and Worship
Phone: (920) 272-8299 or 1-887-500-3580, ext. 8299
E-mail:
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