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St. John Nepomucene Church is the home parish of Servant of God Emil Kapaun. He served as a priest here, and locals have fond remembrances of him. Visitors can learn more about his life and heroic sacrifice at the Father Kapaun Museum, where his priestly garments, war mementos and medals and photos and other relics are on display. A statue outside of the parish recalls his service as a war chaplain.

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