About St. Patrick · Lena, Wisconsin
St. Patrick Parish in Lena, Wisconsin, is part of a shared parish with St. Anthony Parish in Oconto Falls, serving the communities of both towns. The parish is rooted in Catholic tradition and mission, with a vision to lead people to the Kingdom of God. It offers regular Masses, sacraments, and active ministries including faith formation, music, and service opportunities. The parish is led by Father Tom Pomeroy and supported by a pastoral council and active volunteers. It also maintains a rummage hall and hosts community events like Vacation Bible School and the Pig Pit fundraiser.
- Established
- 1896
- Patron
- Saint Patrick
- Rector
- Father Tom Pomeroy
- Diocese
- Diocese of Green Bay
Why belong here
Join a parish that fosters discipleship through mission and ministry, with active ministries for youth, adults, and families. Serve as an Eucharistic Minister, Lector, or Usher; join the choir or support the rummage hall. Participate in community events like VBS, the Pig Pit fundraiser, and the annual school raffle. Your involvement helps sustain the parish’s mission and supports the St. Anthony School.
Mass times at St. Patrick
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Saturday - 3:00 PM at St. Anthony
- 1st Saturday - 9:30 AM at St. Patrick
- Thursday - 9:00 AM at St. Patrick
- 1st Friday - 9:00 AM at St. Anthony
- Available by appointment
Adoration times
- 1st Friday 9:00 AM at St. Anthony
- 1st Saturday 9:00 AM at St. Patrick
History
St. Patrick Parish was established in 1896 by Fr. Charles Vanier, with its first church dedicated on December 27, 1896. The parish was incorporated in December 1896 with 60 families of various European backgrounds. The first resident pastor was Fr. Julius Looze in 1904. The parish school was founded in 1913, with a new school built in 1934 and later expanded in 1958. The school faced closure in 1972 but was saved by parishioner vote. The Franciscan Sisters staffed the school until 1987, when kindergarten was added and grade six was dropped in 1990.
Ministries
The parish offers active ministries for all ages, including Eucharistic Ministry, Lector, Server, Usher, Music and Choir, Funeral Lunches, Prayer Chain, and Buildings & Grounds Committee. Volunteers are needed and appreciated for all roles.
- Eucharistic Minister
- Lector
- Server
- Usher
- Music and Choir
- Funeral Lunches
- Prayer Chain
- Buildings & Grounds Committee
Faith Formation
Adult and Youth Faith Formation programs are offered. Registration and liability forms are available online. The parish also hosts Vacation Bible School and Youth Bike Ride events.
- Adult Faith Formation
- Youth Faith Formation
- Vacation Bible School
- Youth Bike Ride to Camp Tekakwitha
Worship & Spiritual Life
Masses are held on weekends and weekdays at both St. Patrick and St. Anthony churches. Adoration is held on the 1st Friday and 1st Saturday. Confession is available at multiple times and by appointment. The parish also offers EWTN Livestream and Catholic Charities of Green Bay resources.
- Mass Schedule
- Adoration Times
- Confession Times
- EWTN Livestream
- Catholic Charities of Green Bay
Pastors & rectors through the years
- Fr. Julius Looze1904
First resident pastor
- Fr. John LoerkeDecember 1904
Assisted Fr. Looze with missions