Welcome to
St Gregory Parish
Mass Times
Wednesday 8:00amThursday 8:00am
Saturday 4:00pm
Sunday 10:00am
Reconciliation
Saturday 3:30pm
Sunday 9:30am
Contact Info
(920) 773-2511
sgparishoffice@gmail.com
214 Church Street, PO Box 199,
St Nazianz, WI 54232
�St Gregory Parish, 2024.
Announcements
If you have any information or announcement which you'd like printed in the parish bulletin, please submit a Bulletin Information Form.
Calendar & Upcoming Events
Christmas Schedule
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Advent Penance Service4pm (HT) Wednesday, December 17Christmas Eve4pm (HT) Wednesday, December 249pm (SG) Wednesday, December 24 Christmas Day8am (HT) Thursday, December 2510am (SG) Friday, December 25 Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God5pm (SG) Wednesday, December 319am (HT) Thursday, January 1 |
Current Calendar
You can also download a copy by clicking on the following link: Monthly Calendar
Upcoming Events
Bulletin
Current Bulletin
Weekly Reflection
A Message of Joy Amid Expectation
Welcome to Gaudete Sunday! The third Sunday of Advent is the Gaudete Sunday. The rose candle signifies a shift in our journey. It invites us to rejoice as Christmas is coming near. The readings we have this weekend, especially from Isaiah and James, remind us that the Lord is near and His salvation is coming.
In the Gospel, John the Baptist is in prison and is facing execution. He sends his disciples to ask Jesus, "Are you the one who is to come, or should we look for another?".
John’s question here might seem to imply a crisis of faith. Why would the prophet who leapt in his mother's womb at the sight of Mary, the one who baptized Jesus in the Jordan, suddenly doubt?
The tradition interprets John’s inquiry not as personal doubt, but as a final, pastoral act of love and guidance for his own followers:
1. Guiding the Disciples: John knew his time was short. He wanted his disciples to see Jesus’ messianic actions firsthand. By hearing Jesus speak and witnessing His miracles, they would receive the clear evidence needed to confidently follow Christ after John's death. He was sending them to the source of truth.
2. Clarifying the Kingdom: John expected a fiery, apocalyptic Messiah—one who would “clear his threshing floor” with judgment. Jesus’ ministry, however, was characterized by quiet compassion, healing, and teaching the poor. John may have been seeking reassurance that these works, though gentle, were indeed the fulfillment of the prophecies. He was asking God to clarify how the Kingdom was arriving, not if it was arriving.
Our Call to Joy and Witness
Jesus’ response to John’s question is a profound sign for us today: "Go and tell John what you hear and see.” Jesus points not to a title, but to His actions. He is making God’s presence known through acts of mercy, love, and restoration.
This Gaudete Sunday, we are called to bring our own questions, our anxieties, and our expectations for a perfect Christmas season to the Lord. We are asked to see Christ at work, not just in grand miracles, but in the quiet acts of charity, forgiveness, and hope that surround us.
We are called to be the answer to the world’s questions. By living the Gospel, we make Christ’s presence visible, just as He did.
Let us rejoice, for the Lord is truly near. Let us be strong and fear not, for our God will come.
Father Josuva
Ministry Schedules
Current Schedule
December, 2025
November, 2025
October, 2025
September, 2025
August, 2025
July, 2025
June, 2025
May, 2025
April, 2025
March, 2025
February, 2025
January, 2025
December, 2024
November, 2024
October, 2024
September, 2024
August, 2024
July, 2024
June, 2024
May, 2024
April, 2024
March, 2024
February, 2024
January, 2024
Parish Committes
Parish Council
The Parish Pastoral Council is considered the gatekeepers of the parish mission and the vehicle for
planning for the parish. They are a leadership body who articulates the Mission of the church and
strives to develop pastoral planning, empowerment & oversight, prayer & discernment, collaboration
& consensus. The Code of Canon Law states, "a pastoral council is to be established in each parish;
the pastor presides over it, and through it the Christian faithful along with those who share in the
pastoral care of the parish in virtue of their office give their help in fostering pastoral activity."
In summary, Pastoral Planning is a process by which a parish can choose its direction and move forward,
making the most of every opportunity and challenge that comes its way.
Rev. Josuva Arulanandu, Admin.
Dcn Gary Wilhelm
Steve Noworatzky, Secretary Trustee
Jean Blattner, Chairperson
Roseann Schuchardt, Vice-Chairperson
Jeff Satori, Secretary
Tre Waldren
Meeting Minutes
Finance Council
Rev. Josuva Arulanandu, Admin.
Dcn Gary Wilhelm
Tom Kopanski, Chairperson
Janice Reindl, Treasurer Trustee
Liz Kenneke, Secretary
Amy Faucett
Allen Dietrich
Greg Schnell
Meeting Minutes
Liturgy Committee
Rev. Josuva Arulanandu, Admin.
Dcn Gary Wilhelm
Cecelia DeBruin
Debbie Griem
Judy Jelinek
Kris Lenzner
Mary Olig
Kathy Riesterer
Rita Steffen
Patty Wilhelm
Marlene Zutz
Whitney Zutz
Cemetary
Gerald Augustine
Eugene Riesterer
Ron Schnell
Cemetery Rules
Catholic Doctrine on Cremation
Building and Grounds
Joe Bell
Allen Dietrich
Jerry DeWane
Scott Elliot
Fred Reindl
Frank Riesterer
Joe Weber
Religious Education
St. Gregory and Holy Trinity Parishes are committed to promoting strong Catholic families by
helping parents educate their children in the faith. Our Religious Education Program welcomes
all students in grades K through 11 to learn more about our God and to develop a relationship
with Him through the Sacraments, Scripture Prayer and Moral Living. Our classes take place in
the St. Gregory Parish Community Center at 6:00 on Wednesday evenings.
provides sound Catholic teaching.
follows the guidelines set forth by the Diocese of Green Bay.
uses the textbooks approved by Bishop Ricken.
meets the number of hours of instructionsrequired by the Diocese.
prepares students for the Sacrament of Reconciliation, First Eucharist, and
Confirmation.
are dedicated to sharing the love of Christ and the teachings of His Church.
volunteer their time to prepare fun, faith-filled lessons.
continue to grow in their faith by participating in certification classes.
have completed background checks.
have opportunities to participate in Mass and other group prayer.
support their parish through participating in liturgical ministries of their choice.
share their faith through community service.
are the first educators of the faith.
have the opportunity to attend Mass, prayer services and activities together.
support each other through prayer and social gatherings.
Our Curriculum:
Our Catechists:
Our Students:
Our Families:
Please return this
completed registration form along with payment to the St. Gregory Parish
office as soon as possible (P.O. Box 199, St. Nazianz, WI 54232)
We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday, September 11 at 6:00pm. Mass will begin at 6:00,
and a parent meeting will follow. If you have any questions, please call (920) 773-2511 or email sgfaithformation@gmail.com
Thank you for your continued prayers. We remain yours in Christ;
Patty Wilhelm
RE Coordinator
Rita Steffen
RE Assistant Coordinator
Patty Wilhelm
RE Coordinator
Rita Steffen
RE Assistant Coordinator
Click
here for a complete schedule.
Giving
Weekly Envelopes:
Once you are registered with the parish, you will receive envelopes with which you can make your weekly contributions.
You will receive a statement at the end of the year indicating the contributions you made with your envelopes.
If you have forgotten your envelope, there are envelopes in the pews.
Please be sure your name and address are on this envelope.
Automatic Fund Transfers:
Just as many people use Automatic Fund Transfer to pay various bills online, St Gregory's Parish is now offering this as an option to make your contibutions to the church.
All that is needed to begin this program is to fill out this simple, one page form and return it to the parish office.
This form is also available at the Parish Office. If you have any questions or need help filling out the form, we would be glad to offer any assistance needed.
This form is also available at the Parish Office. If you have any questions or need help filling out the form, we would be glad to offer any assistance needed.
Scrip
What is Scrip Fundraising?
Your member families simply do their regular weekly shopping with gift cards from America’s favorite retailers.
With each purchase, our church/school earns cash rebates that can quickly add up to thousands of dollars a year – money to help St. Gregory Parish finances.
An organization of 150 families easily spends between one and two million dollars per year on food, gas, clothing and other essentials.
If these families use Scrip for these purchases, they can raise as much as $40,000 to $80,000 per year – without spending an additional penny.
We have 2 different types of Scrip.
The first type is Scrip which we have on hand and may be picked up in the back of church.
To download the on-hand form, click here .
The second type is Scrip which we have to order. Please allow 2 weeks for it to arrive.
To download the special order form, click here.
SCRIP may also be purchased online!
Click on the following link to view the website for Raise Right Scrip
If you have any questions, please call parish office or contact our coordinators Marlene Zutz or Sue Popp.
Please help St. Gregory finances and use scrip when you shop!
The first type is Scrip which we have on hand and may be picked up in the back of church.
To download the on-hand form, click here .
The second type is Scrip which we have to order. Please allow 2 weeks for it to arrive.
To download the special order form, click here.
SCRIP may also be purchased online!
Click on the following link to view the website for Raise Right Scrip
If you have any questions, please call parish office or contact our coordinators Marlene Zutz or Sue Popp.
Please help St. Gregory finances and use scrip when you shop!
About Us
Mission Statement
Together, we live, grow, share, and serve with the Love of Jesus.
Vision Statement
Inspired by the Holy Spirit, we strive to be good stewards to our church and community
We welcome all to worship, engage all with compassion, encourage all to discover Jesus, follow the scriptures, and share our talents to fulfill our mission.
Our History
St. Gregory Parish, also known as St. Gregory Nazianzen, is a Catholic
parish of the Diocese of Green Bay. Its historic parish church, dedicated to Saint Gregory of
Nazianzus, is located at 214 Church Street in the village of St. Nazianz, Wisconsin. The
congregation was organized by the founder of the community, Fr. Ambrose Oschwald, who left
Germany in 1854 with 113 followers to establish a religious colony in America. He developed his
own religious rule for the community, wherein everything was to be shared in common and all
would work without pay. The community called itself the Association of Oschwald Brothers and
Sisters, or simply The Association.
The cornerstone for the stone church was laid on June 9, 1864 by John Henni, first Bishop of Milwaukee. The structure was constructed of locally quarried fieldstone and finally completed in 1868 and dedicated by Henni on November 10 of that year. The church was extensively remodeled in 1926, but the Great Depression put a halt to further improvements to the properties for some time. The church suffered severe interior damage in a fire on May 2, 1955. It was remodeled in 1958, and the destroyed spire replaced with a cross. In 1982, the entire complex of St. Gregory's Church was added to the National Register of Historic Places. "The Storm of 2000," took the steeple off the church. Officially a windstorm, many say it was a tornado. After the storm, St. Gregory received a new steeple to resemble the original.
In 2000, the diocese undertook a massive reorganization intended to address demographic changes and the priest shortage. St. Gregory now shares a priest with Holy Trinity Parish in School Hill.
The cornerstone for the stone church was laid on June 9, 1864 by John Henni, first Bishop of Milwaukee. The structure was constructed of locally quarried fieldstone and finally completed in 1868 and dedicated by Henni on November 10 of that year. The church was extensively remodeled in 1926, but the Great Depression put a halt to further improvements to the properties for some time. The church suffered severe interior damage in a fire on May 2, 1955. It was remodeled in 1958, and the destroyed spire replaced with a cross. In 1982, the entire complex of St. Gregory's Church was added to the National Register of Historic Places. "The Storm of 2000," took the steeple off the church. Officially a windstorm, many say it was a tornado. After the storm, St. Gregory received a new steeple to resemble the original.
In 2000, the diocese undertook a massive reorganization intended to address demographic changes and the priest shortage. St. Gregory now shares a priest with Holy Trinity Parish in School Hill.
Parish Membership
All Catholic adults, 18 years old and no longer in school, who live within the parish must
register in their own name. Active and supporting membership includes offering of one's time,
talent and treasure. To become a member of St Gregory Parish, please complete this
Parish Membership Form and return
it to the parish office.
Contact Us
Mail:
St. Gregory Parish
PO Box 199
214 Church Street
St. Nazianz, WI 54232
St. Gregory Parish
PO Box 199
214 Church Street
St. Nazianz, WI 54232
Phone Numbers:
| Rectory | (920) 773-2380 | |
| Parish Office | (920) 773-2511 | Office Hours are M-Th, 7am-4pm |
| Fr. Joshua | (920) 200-6029 | |
| Deacon Gary Wilhelm | (920) 905-3478 |