Adoration will take place in the Adoration Chapel, located inside the northeast entrance of the church at the Waldo Site.
In 2026, the United States will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence—the Semiquincentennial. From its founding principles through today, this milestone offers a time to reflect on our nation’s enduring history, values, and the timeless role of faith in its story.
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has created a “We Hold These Truths” page on its website, highlighting Catholic contributions to America and promoting consecration of the nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus which is set to take place in June 2026.
Recognizing the need to pray for our nation at this time, Bishop David L. Ricken is inviting parishes and ministry sites in the Diocese of Green Bay to participate in a local response called Adoration for the Nation, a uniquely Catholic and Eucharistic response in praying for the country.
St. Francis of Assisi is one of many parishes in the Green Bay Diocese taking part in this initiative, praying for our country throughout the first 26 weeks of 2026, culminating on July 3 with a time of adoration hosted by St. Francis Xavier Cathedral on the eve of Independence Day 2026.
As this milestone approaches, quiet time in adoration provides a meaningful opportunity to seek our nation’s healing, unity, and renewal. All are welcome to join this gentle call to faith—it’s an inviting way to contribute to something greater during this year, taking both one’s hopes and prayers for our nation to Jesus Truly Present in the Eucharist.
You may also like the following events from St. Francis of Assisi Parish:
- Next Thursday, 19th February, 12:00 pm, Soup and Substance: Living Faith (Thursday Afternoons) in Manitowoc
- Next Thursday, 19th February, 05:00 pm, Prayer in Song in Manitowoc
- Next Thursday, 19th February, 06:30 pm, CRUX: Lenten Small Group, Workout, and Prayer (Thursday Nights) in Manitowoc
