Appointment of Bishop Elect Daniel Felton as the tenth Bishop of the Diocese of Duluth
The Diocese of Green Bay celebrates the appointment of the Very Reverend Daniel Felton as the tenth Bishop of the Diocese of Duluth, Minnesota. Bishop Elect Felton will be ordained a bishop and installed in the Diocese of Duluth during a Mass on Thursday, May 20, 2021.
On Wednesday, April 7, 2021, Bishop Elect Felton held a press conference in Duluth. Video of that press conference can be found on YouTube and on Facebook. for more information in the April 7 press release from our diocese. We give thanks for Bishop Elect Felton's service in the Diocese of Green Bay and join together in prayer for him now in this time of transition.
Bishop Ricken Calls Diocese of Green Bay to Prayer, Education & Action
Bishop David L. Ricken encourages everyone in the diocese to educate themselves and defend the faith by weighing in on proposed legislation, especially "The Equality Act." The following links and resources can assist in developing a well-formed conscience and advocating for justice.
pdf WCC Media Release regarding WI Catholic Bishops Statement on the Equality Act of 2021 (182 KB)
Sunday Mass with Bishop David Ricken on WFRV Local 5
Please note NEW TIME - Every Sunday at 10:30 AM until the football season begins again. All are invited to tune in every Sunday morning to WFRV-Channel 5 and pray with us from wherever you are!
Reconnect to Inspire
The Diocese of Green Bay campus, parishes and schools are opening up again. Churches are opening on a limited basis, schools are planning for what the fall looks like and on the diocesan campus we are working to provide guidance as we walk together to reconnect with our families, friends and parish and school communities.
Follow the link below for the latest updates from the diocese. You'll also find resources for you, your families, and your parishes during this time.
Dispensation from obligation to attend Sunday Mass effective until further notice
The Diocese of Green Bay has re-instated the dispensation from the obligation to attend Sunday Mass until further notice, effective October 5, 2020.
- Decree | Dispensation from obligation to attend Sunday Mass
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Letter to the Faithful from Bishop David Ricken
Addtional resources available at www.gbdioc.org/reconnecttoinspire
COVID-19 Resources
Launched in March to keep the faithful of the diocese informed and safe during the COVID-19 pandemic, this web site provides useful resources for parishes, schools and families. You'll find spiritual, parish ministry, family, religious education/youth ministry, and health guideline resources located on the website.
Support Your Parish 
During these challenging times, the is assisting our parishes with online giving. Your gift supports our parish ministries that reach out to so many families. Thank you for your continued support.
Diocese of Green Bay Press Releases
- Oct. 20, 2020 | Bishop Ricken to host a virtual “Night of Hope” Oct. 26
- Oct. 5, 2020 | Bishop David L. Ricken reinstates dispensation from obligation to attend Sunday Mass in wake of rising COVID cases throughout the diocese
- Sept. 10, 2020 | Bishop David L. Ricken reinstates obligation to attend Sunday Mass