Fr. John Rooney

Ordained a priest in 1989, Father Rooney comes from Kansas City. His first assignment was at St. Teresa Parish in Lincoln. He was most recently pastor of Sacred Heart Parish in Shelby and now teaches at St. Gregory the Great Seminary where he is Spiritual Director, Assistant Professor and Director of Technology.

He has served as chaplain to the Calix Society, Magnificat of Lincoln, and Charismatic Renewal.

Upcoming Programs by Fr. John Rooney

Compassion in the Passion

April 11 - 13, 2025
This Palm Sunday Weekend retreat, pondering the scriptural moments during the events of Holy Thursday through Easter, will prompt retreatants to spend time in personal imaginative prayer with the events of Holy Week with a focus on the persons and their experiences.

Compassion in the Passion Virtual Retreat

April 11 - 13, 2025
This Palm Sunday Weekend retreat, pondering the scriptural moments during the events of Holy Thursday through Easter, will prompt retreatants to spend time in personal imaginative prayer with the events of Holy Week with a focus on the persons and their experiences.