Infant of Prague Catholic Church
Compassion | Honesty | Reverence | Integrity | Service | Trust
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The Knights of Columbus joined the Sleep in Heavenly Peace initiative and, together with their families and community members, built 100 beds for local kids in need! | |
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Meet IOPCS's Administrator
Mrs. Angelica Bernal has been a dedicated educator at Infant of Prague Catholic School for 9 years, earning the respect and admiration of students and families for her kindness, leadership, and commitment.
We are delighted to have Mrs. Bernal as our Active Administrator and extend our gratitude for her presence in our parish and her continued service to our school!
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Reverse Raffle
Oct 19, 6:30-10pm, Parish Hall
Tickets are now available for the 2024 Fall Into Luck Reverse Raffle at the Parish Office and following Mass on Sunday. With two grand prize drawings totaling $15,000, sideboard drawings, and silent auction baskets, there are more ways to win than ever!
Reverse Raffle Tickets: $125, grand prize $10k, 200 tickets.
High Roller Tickets: $200, grand prize $5k, 50 tickets printed.
Tickets admit two to dinner with an open bar.
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TSG is a father/guardian and son scouting apostolate following the teachings of the Catholic Church through outdoor adventures, fraternity, and prayer. Join us for a fireside Rosary, tent camping, and Mass celebrated outdoors by our Troop Chaplain, Father Vic.
Contact our Captain, Patrick Callahan, at (808)343-4475 or tsgcjnc@gmail.com
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Are you a fully initiated Catholic who wishes to share their Faith and support adults seeking the Lord in the Catholic Church? We need you! Contact the OCIA team today to learn more.
ioprcia@gmail.com
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Art Auction Result
The IOP Charity Art Auction on Sept 14th raised over $9,000 for the Come Grow Us campaign!
We extend our gratitude to all who attended or donated art to this event, especially Olivia Moulton, IOPCS K-8 student, who created the image of Our Lady pictured at left. Her drawing earned over $1,000 for her school!
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IOPCS student Eleora Miramontes received an award after the school Mass from the Catholic Daughters of America. She placed third in the Division 1 Art category at the national level in the CDA's annual Education Contest.
Congratulations, Eleora!
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October 5th, 6:15pm, Parish Hall
The Catholic Daughters are hosting a spaghetti dinner! Tickets are available now from any CDA member or at the CDA Gift Shop on weekends following the Mass. Tickets are $6 for children 12 yrs and under, all others tickets are $10.
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A Weekend of Inspiration and Renewal | |
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Parish Renewal: On Friday, Sept 27, parishioners were energized by visiting Catholic speakers and eager to meet them after their presentation. Thank you, Dc. Harold Burke-Sivers, Kevin Bailey, Dr Robert Haddad, and Charbel Raish for sharing your witness in Jacksonville!
Eucharitic Miracles: On Saturday and Sunday, Sept 28-29, we were treated to an exhibit of Eucharistic Miracles in the Parish Hall. Thank you, CDA court 1643, for coordinating this amazing gallery of miracles for our community!
To learn more about the miracles, visit the official website here:
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Trunk or Treat at IOP
Sunday, Oct 27, 6pm, IOP Field
All are welcome, registration is not required this year for trick-or-treaters or participating cars.
Set-up will begin at 4:45pm, trunk-or-treating will begin at 6pm.
This event is hosted by the Knights of Columbus.
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Fri, Oct 4, 3:30pm, IOP Field
Bring your furry family members to Infant of Prague on Oct 4 to receive a blessing from Fr Vic! The pet blessing will take place at 3:30pm on the grassy field. All friendly pets are welcome!
Kindly keep your pet on a leash and be prepared to clean up after them.
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Supporting Vocations at IOP | |
On Sept 13th and 14th, IOP welcomed Fr Michael Schuetz for a weekend dedicated to vocations. On Friday, members of our deanery gathered for a Holy Hour to pray for an increase in religious vocations, and on Saturday morning three young men attended the discernment retreat to reflect on God's plan for their lives.
To learn more about discerning the priesthood, ask yourself...
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August Impact Report
In September, the ORC assisted 44 households/136 individuals with 2,689.5lbs of food from our food pantry. Our food pantry volunteers have generously served 132 hours to assist those in need. We assisted 14 households/31 individuals through our utility assistance program. Your generous contributions have helped feed and keep the electricity/water on for members of our community. Thank you!
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The O.R.C. is seeking a volunteer for the Utilities Assistance Program. Visit the parish website or check the bulletin for qualifications. | |
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Oct 17, 5-7PM, Salon Parroquial
Unete y acompana a miembros del Departmento de Policia de Jacksonville para concernos y saludarnos en una conversacion amistosa y discusion sobre nuestra comunidad, seguridad y recursos disponibles.
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Sat, Oct 26, 9:00AM
Spend the morning reflecting on the beautiful stained glass of our parish and the messages of love and mercy it contains.
Hosted by the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court 1643, led by Deacon Marapoti.
Look for more details in the bulletin.
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Krispy Kreme
Digital Dozens
What’s fresh to order, perfectly glazed, and supports the Come Grow With Us campaign? Our Krispy Kreme Digital Dozen fundraiser!
From Oct 1-31, 2024, 50% of orders will be donated back to when you purchase doughnuts using our fundraising sales page.
Share our fundraiser page with friends, family, neighbors, and co-workers. Your voucher is redeemable nation wide!
Visit our digital donut shop at:
tinyurl.com/iopcs-donuts
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210 N. Marine Blvd
Jacksonville, NC 28540
(910)-347-4196
| Now enrolling PreK-12 grade | |
"The more you honor me, the more I will bless you." The Infant Jesus of Prague | | | | |
