EVENTS

Thursday, February 19; 7 p.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality

“Who Are Those Men in White?” – A Panel with the Fraters

Presenters: Frater Gregory Johnson, O. Praem.; Frater Peter Joseph Meyer, O. Praem.; Frater Gabriel McNally, O. Praem.; Brother Paul Shepherd, O. Praem.; and Brother Thomas Madden, O. Praem.

We are blessed to have five men in formation here at St. Norbert Abbey. This conversation allows some of them to share their vocation stories and answer questions about what their lives look like while in formation.

Optional registration available by clicking here

Saturday, February 21; 9 a.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality

Lenten Reflection Series

Presenter: Frater Gregory Johnson, O. Praem.

This annual series offers a reflection and meditation on the upcoming Sunday readings for the Lenten season. Each presentation begins at about 9 a.m., following the 8:30 a.m. Mass. Programs in the Lenten Reflection Series will be held February 21, March 7, March 14, March 21 and March 28 (note: there is no presentation on February 28). Cost: freewill offering.

Optional registration available by clicking here

Thursday, February 26; 7 p.m. | St. Norbert Abbey Church

Holy Hour for Vocations

The Norbertine Community of St. Norbert Abbey invites you to join us as we pray a Holy Hour for Vocations. Your prayerful support is an important and foundational part to help foster vocations to the Norbertine Order. “Ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest.” (Matthew 9:38). Looking ahead, please circle these dates on your calendar for our Holy Hour for Vocations taking place during the remainder of 2026: February 26, March 26, April 23, May 28, June 25, July 23, August 20, September 24, October 22, November 19 and December 17.

Saturday, February 28; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality

Morning for Women: Glory!

Presenters: Eileen Gale; Julianne Stanz; Abbot Bradley Vanden Branden, O. Praem.

Enjoy engaging witness talks, a delicious lunch, and fellowship with other women to help relax, recharge, and renew yourself. A wonderful event to attend with friends and family or come by yourself and meet new friends! Cost: $50 (includes lunch).

Speaker bios:

Eileen Gale: Catholic Education as a teacher, principal, catechist, Director of Religious Education, Adult Education and spiritual guide have been the mission for Eileen Gale. For over 30 years she has shared her love of Jesus Christ and the Catholic faith with a wide variety of audiences. Above all, though, her most prized titles are that of wife, mother, and Nana.

Julianne Stanz: Storyteller, author and encourager, Julianne Stanz is known for her speaking and retreat ministry. As the Director of Outreach for Evangelization and Discipleship at Loyola Press and a consultant to the USCCB, Julianne has spent over two decades inspiring and equipping audiences. Originally from Ireland, Julianne brings the warmth of her Irish heritage into her talks, weaving together faith and spirituality with insights from the Scriptures. She is the author of a number of best-selling books including Braving the Thin Spaces: Celtic Wisdom to Create a Space for Grace. Julianne is married to Wayne; they have three children and live in Algoma, where you can usually find Julianne on the beach walking and picking up sea glass.

Abbot Bradley Vanden Branden, O. Praem.: Abbot Bradley Vanden Branden, O. Praem. felt God’s call to the priesthood since the second grade. He entered the novitiate at St. Norbert Abbey in 2010. In the years that followed, he attended Catholic Theological Union in Chicago and received a Master’s Degree in Divinity in 2016 and Master’s Degree in Liturgy in 2017. From 2018 to 2026, he served as the Prior of St. Norbert Abbey. On Jan. 15, 2026, he was elected Abbot of St. Norbert Abbey.

PLEASE NOTE: As of Feb. 4, registration is full and we no longer have available spots for this event.

Saturday, March 7; 9 a.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality

Lenten Reflection Series

Presenter: Fr. James Neilson, O. Praem.

This annual series offers a reflection and meditation on the upcoming Sunday readings for the Lenten season. Each presentation begins at about 9 a.m., following the 8:30 a.m. Mass. Remaining programs in the Lenten Reflection Series will be held March 14, March 21 and March 28. Cost: freewill offering.

Optional registration available by clicking here

Saturday, March 7; 2 p.m.-4:30 p.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality

Lenten Afternoon of Recollection: Traditional Stations of the Cross

Presenter: Fr. James Neilson, O. Praem.

Fr. James Neilson, O. Praem. explores sacred art as a means of praying the traditional Stations of the Cross and how contemporary culture is reflected in this traditional Lenten devotional. Following the program, you’re invited to join the Norbertine Community at Vespers (evening prayer) at 5 p.m. Cost: freewill offering.

Optional registration available by clicking here

Wednesday, March 11; 7 p.m. | National Shrine of St. Joseph

139th Annual Solemn Novena

Celebrant: Fr. Johnathan Turba, O. Praem.

The National Shrine of St. Joseph will host the 139th annual Solemn Novena on March 11-19, 2026, with Mass and Novena Prayers at 7 p.m. each day. The Shrine is located at 123 Grant St., De Pere, Wis., on the campus of St. Norbert College. The Shrine has been a ministry of St. Norbert Abbey since 1898. Celebrants will include: Fr. Johnathan Turba, O. Praem. (March 11); Fr. Matthew Dougherty, O. Praem. (March 12); Fr. James Neilson, O. Praem. (March 13); Fr. Andy Cribben, O. Praem. (March 14); Fr. Michael Brennan, O. Praem. (March 15 and March 16); Fr. Timothy Shillcox, O. Praem. (March 17); Fr. Patrick LaPacz, O. Praem. (March 18); and Abbot Bradley Vanden Branden, O. Praem. (March 19). For more information about the National Shrine of St. Joseph – including a link to sign up for a short daily reflection on St. Joseph during the Novena – please visit norbertines.org/joseph.

Thursday, March 12; 7 p.m. | National Shrine of St. Joseph

139th Annual Solemn Novena

Celebrant: Fr. Matthew Dougherty, O. Praem.

The National Shrine of St. Joseph will host the 139th annual Solemn Novena on March 11-19, 2026, with Mass and Novena Prayers at 7 p.m. each day. The Shrine is located at 123 Grant St., De Pere, Wis., on the campus of St. Norbert College. The Shrine has been a ministry of St. Norbert Abbey since 1898. Celebrants for the remaining days of the Solemn Novena include: Fr. Matthew Dougherty, O. Praem. (March 12); Fr. James Neilson, O. Praem. (March 13); Fr. Andy Cribben, O. Praem. (March 14); Fr. Michael Brennan, O. Praem. (March 15 and March 16); Fr. Timothy Shillcox, O. Praem. (March 17); Fr. Patrick LaPacz, O. Praem. (March 18); and Abbot Bradley Vanden Branden, O. Praem. (March 19). For more information about the National Shrine of St. Joseph – including a link to sign up for a short daily reflection on St. Joseph during the Novena – please visit norbertines.org/joseph.

Friday, March 13; 7 p.m. | National Shrine of St. Joseph

139th Annual Solemn Novena

Celebrant: Fr. Matthew Dougherty, O. Praem.

The National Shrine of St. Joseph will host the 139th annual Solemn Novena on March 11-19, 2026, with Mass and Novena Prayers at 7 p.m. each day. The Shrine is located at 123 Grant St., De Pere, Wis., on the campus of St. Norbert College. The Shrine has been a ministry of St. Norbert Abbey since 1898. Celebrants for the remaining days of the Solemn Novena include: Fr. James Neilson, O. Praem. (March 13); Fr. Andy Cribben, O. Praem. (March 14); Fr. Michael Brennan, O. Praem. (March 15 and March 16); Fr. Timothy Shillcox, O. Praem. (March 17); Fr. Patrick LaPacz, O. Praem. (March 18); and Abbot Bradley Vanden Branden, O. Praem. (March 19). For more information about the National Shrine of St. Joseph – including a link to sign up for a short daily reflection on St. Joseph during the Novena – please visit norbertines.org/joseph.

Saturday, March 14; 7 p.m. | National Shrine of St. Joseph

139th Annual Solemn Novena

Celebrant: Fr. Matthew Dougherty, O. Praem.

The National Shrine of St. Joseph will host the 139th annual Solemn Novena on March 11-19, 2026, with Mass and Novena Prayers at 7 p.m. each day. The Shrine is located at 123 Grant St., De Pere, Wis., on the campus of St. Norbert College. The Shrine has been a ministry of St. Norbert Abbey since 1898. Celebrants for the remaining days of the Solemn Novena include: Fr. Andy Cribben, O. Praem. (March 14); Fr. Michael Brennan, O. Praem. (March 15 and March 16); Fr. Timothy Shillcox, O. Praem. (March 17); Fr. Patrick LaPacz, O. Praem. (March 18); and Abbot Bradley Vanden Branden, O. Praem. (March 19). For more information about the National Shrine of St. Joseph – including a link to sign up for a short daily reflection on St. Joseph during the Novena – please visit norbertines.org/joseph.

Saturday, March 14; 9 a.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality

Lenten Reflection Series

Presenter: Fr. Michael Brennan, O. Praem.

This annual series offers a reflection and meditation on the upcoming Sunday readings for the Lenten season. Each presentation begins at about 9 a.m., following the 8:30 a.m. Mass. Remaining programs in the Lenten Reflection Series will be held March 21 and March 28. Cost: freewill offering.

Optional registration available by clicking here

Saturday, March 14; 2 p.m.-4:30 p.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality

Lenten Afternoon of Recollection: Pope John Paul II’s Scriptural Stations of the Cross

Presenter: Fr. James Neilson, O. Praem.

Fr. James Neilson, O. Praem. explores sacred art as a means of praying the Stations of the Cross based on those celebrated by Pope John Paul II on Good Friday 1991. They are presented as an alternative to the traditional stations to reflect more deeply on the Scriptural accounts of Christ’s passion. Following the program, you’re invited to join the Norbertine Community at Vespers (evening prayer) at 5 p.m. Cost: freewill offering.

Optional registration available by clicking here

Sunday, March 15; 7 p.m. | National Shrine of St. Joseph

139th Annual Solemn Novena

Celebrant: Fr. Michael Brennan, O. Praem.

The National Shrine of St. Joseph will host the 139th annual Solemn Novena on March 11-19, 2026, with Mass and Novena Prayers at 7 p.m. each day. The Shrine is located at 123 Grant St., De Pere, Wis., on the campus of St. Norbert College. The Shrine has been a ministry of St. Norbert Abbey since 1898. Celebrants for the remaining days of the Solemn Novena include: Fr. Michael Brennan, O. Praem. (March 15 and March 16); Fr. Timothy Shillcox, O. Praem. (March 17); Fr. Patrick LaPacz, O. Praem. (March 18); and Abbot Bradley Vanden Branden, O. Praem. (March 19). For more information about the National Shrine of St. Joseph – including a link to sign up for a short daily reflection on St. Joseph during the Novena – please visit norbertines.org/joseph.

Monday, March 16; 7 p.m. | National Shrine of St. Joseph

139th Annual Solemn Novena

Celebrant: Fr. Michael Brennan, O. Praem.

The National Shrine of St. Joseph will host the 139th annual Solemn Novena on March 11-19, 2026, with Mass and Novena Prayers at 7 p.m. each day. The Shrine is located at 123 Grant St., De Pere, Wis., on the campus of St. Norbert College. The Shrine has been a ministry of St. Norbert Abbey since 1898. Celebrants for the remaining days of the Solemn Novena include: Fr. Michael Brennan, O. Praem. (March 16); Fr. Timothy Shillcox, O. Praem. (March 17); Fr. Patrick LaPacz, O. Praem. (March 18); and Abbot Bradley Vanden Branden, O. Praem. (March 19). For more information about the National Shrine of St. Joseph – including a link to sign up for a short daily reflection on St. Joseph during the Novena – please visit norbertines.org/joseph.

Tuesday, March 17; 7 p.m. | National Shrine of St. Joseph

139th Annual Solemn Novena

Celebrant: Fr. Timothy Shillcox, O. Praem.

The National Shrine of St. Joseph will host the 139th annual Solemn Novena on March 11-19, 2026, with Mass and Novena Prayers at 7 p.m. each day. The Shrine is located at 123 Grant St., De Pere, Wis., on the campus of St. Norbert College. The Shrine has been a ministry of St. Norbert Abbey since 1898. Celebrants for the remaining days of the Solemn Novena include: Fr. Timothy Shillcox, O. Praem. (March 17); Fr. Patrick LaPacz, O. Praem. (March 18); and Abbot Bradley Vanden Branden, O. Praem. (March 19). For more information about the National Shrine of St. Joseph – including a link to sign up for a short daily reflection on St. Joseph during the Novena – please visit norbertines.org/joseph.

Wednesday, March 18; 7 p.m. | National Shrine of St. Joseph

139th Annual Solemn Novena

Celebrant: Fr. Patrick LaPacz, O. Praem.

The National Shrine of St. Joseph will host the 139th annual Solemn Novena on March 11-19, 2026, with Mass and Novena Prayers at 7 p.m. each day. The Shrine is located at 123 Grant St., De Pere, Wis., on the campus of St. Norbert College. The Shrine has been a ministry of St. Norbert Abbey since 1898. Celebrants for the remaining days of the Solemn Novena include: Fr. Patrick LaPacz, O. Praem. (March 18); and Abbot Bradley Vanden Branden, O. Praem. (March 19). For more information about the National Shrine of St. Joseph – including a link to sign up for a short daily reflection on St. Joseph during the Novena – please visit norbertines.org/joseph.

Thursday, March 19; 7 p.m. | National Shrine of St. Joseph

139th Annual Solemn Novena

Celebrant: Abbot Bradley Vanden Branden, O. Praem.

Friday, March 20 (starts at 4 p.m.)-Sunday, March 22 (ends at 11 a.m.) | Norbertine Center for Spirituality

Preached Lenten Retreat: From Nineveh to Emmaus

Presenter: Abbot Bradley Vanden Branden, O. Praem.

Using two Biblical accounts of conversion and transformation as our focus, this retreat allows individuals to encounter God’s action in your own daily conversion. Prepare well for Easter by encountering God’s ever-present mercy. Cost: $350 (includes meals, retreat room with private bathroom, and retreat presentations); scholarships available.

Registration deadline: March 6, 2026

To view the retreat program, please click here

Saturday, March 21; 9 a.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality

Lenten Reflection Series

Presenter: Fr. Christian Raj, O. Praem.

This annual series offers a reflection and meditation on the upcoming Sunday readings for the Lenten season. Each presentation begins at about 9 a.m., following the 8:30 a.m. Mass. The last program in the Lenten Reflection Series will be held March 28. Cost: freewill offering.

Optional registration available by clicking here

Thursday, March 26; 7 p.m. | St. Norbert Abbey Church

Holy Hour for Vocations

The Norbertine Community of St. Norbert Abbey invites you to join us as we pray a Holy Hour for Vocations. Your prayerful support is an important and foundational part to help foster vocations to the Norbertine Order. “Ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest.” (Matthew 9:38). Looking ahead, please circle these dates on your calendar for our Holy Hour for Vocations taking place during the remainder of 2026: March 26, April 23, May 28, June 25, July 23, August 20, September 24, October 22, November 19 and December 17.

Saturday, March 28; 9 a.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality

Lenten Reflection Series

Presenter: Fr. Jordan Neeck, O. Praem.

This annual series offers a reflection and meditation on the upcoming Sunday readings for the Lenten season. The presentation begins at about 9 a.m., following the 8:30 a.m. Mass. This is the final program in this year’s Lenten Reflection Series. Cost: freewill offering.

Optional registration available by clicking here

Thursday, April 2 (starts at 4 p.m.)-Sunday, April 5 (ends at 11 a.m.) | Norbertine Center for Spirituality

Triduum Retreat

Presenter: Sister Marie Kolbe Zamora, OSF

As the holiest days of the Church year unfold, join the Norbertine Community for daily prayers and the Triduum Liturgy. To help us appreciate these great Mysteries all the more, Sister Marie Kolbe Zamora, OSF, a member of the Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity in Manitowoc, will offer reflections to help us better experience these holy days. Sister Marie Kolbe Zamora, OSF, is originally from Houston, Texas. She holds an S.T.B., S.T.L. in Dogmatic Theology, and an S.T.D. from the Pontifical Gregorian University, specializing in Bonaventure and Ecclesiology. Formerly the chair of the Department of Theology and Ministry at Silver Lake College of the Holy Family, she has just concluded serving as a theologian on the staff of the General Secretariat of the Synod at the Vatican. She is currently serving as an adjunct professor at St. Norbert College, where she teaches in the theology discipline. Cost: $375 (includes meals, retreat room with private bathroom, and retreat presentations); scholarships available.

Registration deadline: March 19, 2026

Thursday, April 2-Sunday, April 5 | St. Norbert Abbey

Come & See

Join the Norbertine Community for our Come & See: Triduum Retreat. This discernment weekend is held during the holiest weekend of the year, Holy Week. This is a silent retreat, in which you will attend prayer and Mass, and meet daily for spiritual direction. To learn more about our Come & See: Triduum Retreat, please contact Vocation Director Fr. Johnathan Turba, O. Praem., at 920-337-4333 or vocations@norbertines.org. Additional information about Vocations can be found at norbertines.org/vocations.

To sign up, please complete the registration form by clicking here.

Sunday, April 12; 3 p.m. | St. Norbert Abbey Church

Canon John O. Bruce Memorial Organ Concert Series

Presenter: Aaron David Miller

The next installment in the Canon John O. Bruce Memorial Organ Concert Series features renowned performer Aaron David Miller. To learn more about him, please visit his website at www.aarondavidmiller.com. Cost: free admission.

Thursday, April 23; 7 p.m. | St. Norbert Abbey Church

Holy Hour for Vocations

The Norbertine Community of St. Norbert Abbey invites you to join us as we pray a Holy Hour for Vocations. Your prayerful support is an important and foundational part to help foster vocations to the Norbertine Order. “Ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest.” (Matthew 9:38). Looking ahead, please circle these dates on your calendar for our Holy Hour for Vocations taking place during the remainder of 2026: April 23, May 28, June 25, July 23, August 20, September 24, October 22, November 19 and December 17.

Saturday, May 16; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Norbertine Center for Spirituality

Centering Prayer Retreat Day

Presenter: Kathie Tilot

Centering Prayer is a method of silent prayer that is both a relationship with God and a way to deepen that relationship. Join Kathie Tilot for an introduction to Centering Prayer, enjoy the peaceful grounds of St. Norbert Abbey, and spend time with God in the silence. Cost: $45 (includes lunch and presentations).

Registration deadline: May 1

To register, please click here.

Thursday, May 28; 7 p.m. | St. Norbert Abbey Church

Holy Hour for Vocations

The Norbertine Community of St. Norbert Abbey invites you to join us as we pray a Holy Hour for Vocations. Your prayerful support is an important and foundational part to help foster vocations to the Norbertine Order. “Ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest.” (Matthew 9:38). Looking ahead, please circle these dates on your calendar for our Holy Hour for Vocations taking place during the remainder of 2026: May 28, June 25, July 23, August 20, September 24, October 22, November 19 and December 17.

Thursday, June 25; 7 p.m. | St. Norbert Abbey Church

Holy Hour for Vocations

The Norbertine Community of St. Norbert Abbey invites you to join us as we pray a Holy Hour for Vocations. Your prayerful support is an important and foundational part to help foster vocations to the Norbertine Order. “Ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest.” (Matthew 9:38). Looking ahead, please circle these dates on your calendar for our Holy Hour for Vocations taking place during the remainder of 2026: June 25, July 23, August 20, September 24, October 22, November 19 and December 17.

Wednesday, July 22 (starts at 4 p.m.)-Sunday, July 26 (ends at 11 a.m.) | Norbertine Center for Spirituality

Summer Directed Retreat

Our Summer Directed Retreat offers a time of prayer, silence, and solitude with the opportunity to meet daily with a spiritual director. Retreatants are welcome to join the Norbertine Community for prayer and experience the tranquil Abbey grounds and nearby Fox River biking and hiking trail. Spiritual directors will be assigned; they include Fr. David McElroy, O. Praem., Bro. Steve Herro, O. Praem., Sr. Laura Zelten, OSF, and Kathie Tilot. Cost: $660 (includes retreat room with private bathroom, daily spiritual direction, meals, Abbey amenities); scholarships are available.

Registration deadline: July 8, 2026

Thursday, July 23; 7 p.m. | St. Norbert Abbey Church

Holy Hour for Vocations

The Norbertine Community of St. Norbert Abbey invites you to join us as we pray a Holy Hour for Vocations. Your prayerful support is an important and foundational part to help foster vocations to the Norbertine Order. “Ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest.” (Matthew 9:38). Looking ahead, please circle these dates on your calendar for our Holy Hour for Vocations taking place during the remainder of 2026: July 23, August 20, September 24, October 22, November 19 and December 17.

Thursday, August 20; 7 p.m. | St. Norbert Abbey Church

Holy Hour for Vocations

The Norbertine Community of St. Norbert Abbey invites you to join us as we pray a Holy Hour for Vocations. Your prayerful support is an important and foundational part to help foster vocations to the Norbertine Order. “Ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest.” (Matthew 9:38). Looking ahead, please circle these dates on your calendar for our Holy Hour for Vocations taking place during the remainder of 2026: August 20, September 24, October 22, November 19 and December 17.

Thursday, September 24; 7 p.m. | St. Norbert Abbey Church

Holy Hour for Vocations

The Norbertine Community of St. Norbert Abbey invites you to join us as we pray a Holy Hour for Vocations. Your prayerful support is an important and foundational part to help foster vocations to the Norbertine Order. “Ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest.” (Matthew 9:38). Looking ahead, please circle these dates on your calendar for our Holy Hour for Vocations taking place during the remainder of 2026: September 24, October 22, November 19 and December 17.

Thursday, October 22; 7 p.m. | St. Norbert Abbey Church

Holy Hour for Vocations

Friday, November 6 (starts at 4 p.m.)-Sunday, November 8 (ends at 11 a.m.) | Norbertine Center for Spirituality

A Weekend Away for Women

Presenter: Kathie Tilot

A Weekend Away for Women offers the opportunity to step back from the daily routine, and to connect with God, yourself, and other women. Enjoy the serenity of the Abbey grounds, brief reflections, and opportunities for prayer. Or simply rest. Cost: $360 (includes retreat room with private bathroom, meals and reflections); scholarships available.

Registration deadline: October 23, 2026

Thursday, November 19; 7 p.m. | St. Norbert Abbey Church

Holy Hour for Vocations

Thursday, December 17; 7 p.m. | St. Norbert Abbey Church

Holy Hour for Vocations

Sunday, May 23, 2027; 3 p.m. | St. Norbert Abbey Church

Canon John O. Bruce Memorial Organ Concert Series

Presenter: Katelyn Emerson

This installment in the Canon John O. Bruce Memorial Organ Concert Series features talented performer Katelyn Emerson. To learn more about Katelyn, please visit www.katelynemerson.com. Cost: free admission.

Virtual Centering Prayer Community

Centering prayer is a way of deepening our relationship with God through silent prayer. If you are interested in joining a virtual centering prayer community, please contact Kathie Tilot at kathie.tilot@norbertines.org or call 920-337-4340.