Office of Divine Worship

Greetings and Blessings,
As we continue in these uncertain times, we know that one certainty remains – Christ is with us.

“And behold, I am with you always”   Matthew 28:20                                          

The Office of Divine Worship is working diligently to keep you informed of the latest developments regarding changes in liturgy and worship as they are issued from our office and the office of our Bishop in line with the directives from the Holy Father, the Sacred Congregation of Divine Worship, and the  USCCB. We will be placing all important directives below with the most recent updates on the top for ease of access. We welcome your questions via phone or email.

Dcn. Shaun Johnson, Director of Divine Worship and MC

Liturgical Updates 

• Universal Prayer for World Day of Prayer for Vocations
  
• 2022 Consecration of Ukraine and Russia to the Immaculate Heart of Mary
• Easter Season
  • Ukraine Good Friday Solemn Intention     Intenciòn Solemne Adicional del Viernes Santo
• • Parish Reception of Holy Oils
  • Blessing of the Paschal Candle on Easter Sunday for parishes with multiple Worship Sites
• 2022 Monthly Intercessions /Intenciones Mensuales para el 2022
• 2022 Holy Hour Guides/Guía de la Hora Santa Eucarística
• • 2022 Eucharistic Holy Hour Guide For Parishes
  • 2022 Guía de la Hora Santa Eucarística para parroquias
  • 2022 Holy Hour Booklet for Assembly
  • 2022 Folfolleto de la Hora Santa Eucarística para el pueblo 
• All Souls' Day Celebration: An Outreach of Hope to the Community 
  As a way for our parishes and the faithful of Green Bay to join together, especially in this year that has proven to be somewhat difficult and unpredictable, the Parish Life and Evangelization Mission Team of the Diocese has created a special resource that may be used for communal prayer on the Feast of All Souls.  Please see the resource below for a bit of background on the Feast and some ideas and resources for prayer.  If you have any questions, please contact Heidi Rosenthal, 920-272-8329 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
  • All Souls' Day Leader Guide 
  • All Souls' Day Worship Aid            Dia De Todos Los Fieles Difuntos Servicio Oración 
• Optional Memorial of Our Lady of Loreto Liturgical Supplements   
  • Optional Memorial of “Our Lady of Loreto” was added to the Universal Calendar on November 1, 2019 by Pope Francis, but does not currently have Propers translated in English.  While we await the approved translations, parishes may use the Mass texts from the Commons of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Advent.  The citation in the Lectionary is no. 689-B 
• Optional Memorial of St. John Paul II Liturgical Supplements
• Optional Memorial of St. John XXIII Liturgical Supplements
• St. Peter Claver Memorial Letter
• St. Peter Claver Memorial Resources 

Liturgical Updates Regarding COVID19

• • Masses back to normal - parish Grid  (March 3, 2022)
  • USCCB Permissions for use of Mass Readings and Prayers
  • Bishop Ricken Video on Holy Communion Services
  • Re-engagement Resources 
  • Suggestions for cleaning and disinfecting church furniture
  • Suggestions for cleaning and disinfecting pews
  • Blessing the Oil of the Sick in Emergent Circumstances

 Our Purpose

As part of the  Discipleship and Parish Life Mission Team, we serve Bishop Ricken and the Diocese by providing liturgical formation and policy as well as coordinate Diocesan and Episcopal liturgies. This office also works to provide liturgical and catechumenal (RCIA) resources and overall support for the liturgical and sacramental life of the parishes and agencies of the Diocese.

We recognize the vital role of worship within our Christian identity as we and our worshiping communities continue to be formed as true disciples of Christ through 'full, active, and conscious participation' in liturgy and our rich tradition of prayer.

Contact Us

Phone: (920) 272-8341 | Fax: (920) 435-1330
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Bona Hall
1825 Riverside Drive
Green Bay, WI 54301

Regular diocesan office hours are: All offices are closed to the public due to COVID-19 restrictions but we are working remotely from home so please email or call us if you have questions or concerns.
Monday through Thursday: 7:45 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 
Friday: 7:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. 

Mailing Address
P.O. Box 23825
Green Bay, WI 54305-3825

Dcn. Shaun Johnson | Divine Worship Director & Master of Ceremonies

Phone: (920) 272-8311
1-877-500-3580, ext. 8311 (920/715 area codes)
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Dcn. David Parker l  Asst. Master of Ceremonies & Coordinator of Episcopal Liturgies

 Phone: (920) 272-8310
1-877-500-3580, ext. 8310 (920/715 area codes)
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Arvilla Rusnak | Divine Worship Administrative Assistant

Phone: (920) 272-8341
1-877-500-3580, ext. 8341 (920/715 area codes)
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Other Links

For additional information/resources on worship and liturgy, please visit the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops [USCCB].
The Office of Divine Worship is a member of the Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions [FDLC]. 

Email Updates and Announcements

To subscribe to email updates and announcements from the Office of Divine Worship, send your email address and contact information to  worshipThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. 
Major announcements and important information from the Office of Divine Worship are also distributed through the Parish Pages (Department of Communications) and the Chancery Bulletin (Chancellor's Office).