July, 2026

IOP News & Events

Holy Hour for the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Thank you to everyone that participated in Sacred Heart Holy Hour on June 12th. A few holy cards remain at the church entrances. Thank you to everyone who prayed a Holy Hour for the specific intention at Adoration; 141 hours were offered in support of the USA. The laundry and sheet drive gathered items for our wider Onslow County community.

Outreach Resource Center: June by the Numbers

In June, the Outreach Resource Center assisted 54 households (171 individuals) with 2,404.5 lbs of food from our pantry. Our food pantry volunteers generously served 125 hours to help those in need. We provided utility assistance to 11 households, totaling 35 individuals. Your generous contributions have helped feed and keep the utilities on for members of our community. 

Outreach Resource Center: Donations Needed

Our Food Pantry needs the following items: cereal, oatmeal, Martha White Muffin mix, canned chicken, peanut butter, jelly, dry pinto beans, dry lentils, canned baked beans, canned fruit, applesauce, spaghetti sauce, canned diced tomatoes, ramen, spaghetti noodles, pasta noodles, tuna helper, pancake mix, syrup, flour, sugar, cooking oil, or cooking spray. Donations can be made at 327 Mildred Ave or at the church (see the baskets near the altar).

IOP at the Osprey's

Saturday, July 18, 6:30 pm

Take your family out to the ballgame on July 18th and meet your parish friends and family! Infant of Prague is hosting a community night at Jack Amyette Park to cheer on our local baseball team, the Ospreys! Purchase your tickets in advance through our ticket link below and your purchase will help support your parish!

Summer Volunteer Opportunities

July 18th Osprey Game: Sign up below to sell 50/50 tickets that will benefit the parish or reprsent IOP at our information booth!

July 25, Jacksonville Commons, OHLA Summer Fiesta: IOP will have an information table. We need volunteers to engage with patrons and share their love for our community! Volunteer hours apply to your 2026-27 school year Stewardship Hours!

Vacation Bible School: There are still volunteer slots available for adults! Volunteer hours at VBS can be applied to your 2026-27 IOPCS Stewardship Hours! Contact Trina Wilson at evangelizationdirector@iopnc.org

August 3, Cleaning Day in the Parish Hall! Help us clean the tables and black chairs. Volunteer hours apply to your 2026-27 school year Stewardship Hours!

Attention All Level C Volunteers!

Check your inbox July 15th for your Diocese of Raleigh Safe Environment Renewal emails. Keep your Level C status up to date!

Movie Night at IOP!

Wednesday, July 22 | 6:30 pm | IOP Gym

The inspiring film Carlo Acutis: Roadmap to Reality will be shown in the IOP Gym on July 22nd at 6:30 pm, using the parish's newly installed projection and surround-sound system! Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and family! Concessions will be available, cash only, please.

Register to attend below!

Faith Formation registration

Faith Formation Registration forms are available online. Students must be registered each year. Cost is $60 for most levels, and $85 for First Communion and Confirmation. 

Registartion must submitted by August 31.

Faith & Fellowship Adult Group

Thursdays | St Francis Library | 6-7:00 PM

The Faith & Fellowship group is a peer ministry and study group for Catholics in their 30s, 40s, and beyond!

In August they will begin discussing Friendship in the Lord by Paul Hinnebusch, OP. Order your copy now!