Lent 2021
Lent 2021: Possibility of Encounter As we anticipate with hope the relaxing of social distancing measures due to the pandemic…as we reach out to those whose identity and experience may be different than our own, especially those who have been placed on the margins in our society…as we seek to…
Community Ministry Connection: Franciscan Peacemakers
Each month the Human Concerns Committee will highlight the work of a community organization doing outstanding ministry in the city of Milwaukee. Our first Community Ministry Connection for the month of February 2021 is Franciscan Peacemakers. Mission Franciscan Peacemakers connects women survivors of sexual exploitation to safe housing, meaningful…
Advent and Christmas Season 2020
Join our Family of Four Parishes for a season of hope and anticipation as we await and then celebrate the birth of our Lord. Advent can be such a beautiful, prayerful season that can help us slow down and focus on Jesus. Looking for ideas? A few recommended by our…
Parish Suspends Use of David Haas Music
November, 2020 Dear Parishioners, Recently we were made aware that over 40 allegations of sexual misconduct, spread out over many years, have been made against David Haas, a Catholic composer. After much discussion and prayer, it is our decision as your parish Music Ministers, with the full support of our…
McCarrick Report Statement
“And Jesus wept.” (John 11:35) Dear Friends, This past Tuesday, the Vatican released the long awaited report on “the Holy See’s institutional knowledge and decision-making related to former Cardinal Theodore Edgar McCarrick.” The former Cardinal McCarrick had previously served as Bishop of the Dioceses of Metuchen and Newark in New…
All Souls Remembrance
“All the darkness in the world cannot extinguish the light of a single candle.” The Church, from its beginning, has always honored with great respect the memory of the dead. We believe that the ties of friendship and affection which knit us as one throughout our lives do not unravel…
Important Message About Reopening of Churches of our Family of Four Parishes
Dear Friends, Approaching the great feast of Pentecost, I want to give you an update related to the celebration of the Mass in our Family of Four Parishes. I am evaluating the Archdiocesan directives issued as to the reopening of our churches in light of the current health conditions and…
Lenten Almsgiving 2020
Tikkun Ha-Ir (which means “Repair the City” in Hebrew) is an alliance of Jewish congregations working together to help address hunger and homelessness in Milwaukee. Tikkun Ha-Ir Milwaukee has been working in the food justice and rescue space for almost a decade and has been running Veggie Chop Shop (VCS)…
Pray With Us for Molson Coors
Please pray with us for those who have been harmed in the February 26 shooting at Molson Coors (formerly Miller Coors) in Milwaukee. A statement from Archbishop Jerome E. Listecki regarding yesterday’s tragic shooting at Molson Coors in Milwaukee: It is with deep sorrow that we mourn the loss of…
Disciple Maker Index Survey
Disciple Maker Index: Catholic Leadership Institute Our family of four parishes will be participating in a parish survey about discipleship conducted by the Catholic Leadership Institute. Please help us by participating in a 10-15 minute survey online. The survey can be accessed at www.disciplemakerindex.com from February 24 – April 5…
Jun
24
Tue
5:30 pm
Family Potluck Picnic
@ Estabrook Park Beer Garden
Family Potluck Picnic
@ Estabrook Park Beer Garden
Jun 24 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Spend time outdoors in fellowship with other parish families at Estabrook Park Beer Garden on Tuesday, June 24 from 5:30-7:30 pm. Bring a dish to pass and a picnic blanket or camp chairs. Look for a sandwich board sign and yellow balloons near the music stage. We will provide outdoor...
7:00 pm
On Awakening Rosary Art Project
@ Old St. Mary Parish Center
On Awakening Rosary Art Project
@ Old St. Mary Parish Center
Jun 24 @ 7:00 pm
“On Awakening” is a contemplative painting experience. No skill is required, just a willingness to show up! Rooted in the spiritual rhythms of recovery and the Church, this five-week series, led by Jason Gonzalez of 4th Dimension Sobriety, offers a quiet space to reflect, to reconnect, to create and to...
Jun
25
Wed
10:00 am
Summer Playgroup
Summer Playgroup
Jun 25 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
All Ages Welcome! Spend your summer mornings meeting other parish parents while your little ones play! Look for the bright green camp chair near the playground, and we’ll meet and greet you. Contact Mamie Riyeff at mriyeff@ffpmke.org with questions or if you need more details about the locations. We are looking...
Jun
26
Thu
12:30 pm
Eucharistic Adoration
@ Old St. Mary Church
Eucharistic Adoration
@ Old St. Mary Church
Jun 26 @ 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
We invite you to pray the rosary followed by adoration on Thursdays after the 12:05 pm Mass at Old St. Mary. Exposition at 12:30 pm with reposition at 1:30 pm.
6:30 pm
Healing the Whole Person: Engagi...
@ Old St. Mary Parish Center
Healing the Whole Person: Engagi...
@ Old St. Mary Parish Center
Jun 26 @ 6:30 pm – 8:45 pm
Thursdays: May 15 – July 10 (no meeting July 3) 6:30 – 8:45 pm (doors open at 6:00 pm – light dinner) Old St. Mary Parish Center (enter doors off parking lot) Cost: $20 includes workbook journal (scholarships are available) Register at www.archmil.org/hwp/story or contact Terri Balash, Director of Pastoral...
Jun
28
Sat
9:00 am
Family Service Saturday
@ Kinship Urban Farm
Family Service Saturday
@ Kinship Urban Farm
Jun 28 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join Family of Five Parishes Family Ministry staff and Community Gardens coordinator Julie Trafton at the Kinship Urban Farm (4355 N. Port Washington Road Glendale, WI 53212) on Saturdays, June 28 and August 30 from 9:00 am to noon and learn how you, through Kinship’s Urban Farm, can serve our...
10:00 am
Yoga in the Cathedral Garden
@ Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist Garden
Yoga in the Cathedral Garden
@ Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist Garden
Jun 28 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Join us for a relaxing Saturday morning session at 10:00 am in the garden with Cathy Stadler, Outdoor Yoga-MKE & friends. All levels are welcome! $10 each session Cash in person or pay online in advance Coffee & tea provided Bring a yoga mat, blanket, water bottle, sunscreen, hat &...
Jun
29
Sun
10:00 am
Baptism Preparation Class
Baptism Preparation Class
Jun 29 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Parents and expecting parents: Congratulations! We would like to help you celebrate the new life in your family as we welcome your child into our family of faith through the Sacrament of Baptism. First time parents need to attend a Baptism Preparation Session. Sessions will be held once a month...
Jun
30
Mon
10:30 am
Artwork Dedication and Blessing
@ Open Door Café
Artwork Dedication and Blessing
@ Open Door Café
Jun 30 @ 10:30 am
The Family of Five Parishes invites you to celebrate the dedication and blessing of the public artwork “The Door is Always Open,” created by “La Familia de Arte.” It will be held on Monday, June 30, at 10:30 am, at 831 N. Van Buren Street, next to the Open...
Jul
3
Thu
12:30 pm
Eucharistic Adoration
@ Old St. Mary Church
Eucharistic Adoration
@ Old St. Mary Church
Jul 3 @ 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
We invite you to pray the rosary followed by adoration on Thursdays after the 12:05 pm Mass at Old St. Mary. Exposition at 12:30 pm with reposition at 1:30 pm.
Jul
5
Sat
all-day
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity
Jul 5 all-day
Please join us for our parishes’ Build Day from 8:00 am – 3:00 pm. If you are 16 and older and would like to help a family get one step closer to homeownership, please sign up at http://vhub.at/Catholic. Questions? Please email Tim Logman at logs56@earthlink.net. Thank you for your consideration...
Jul
7
Mon
7:00 pm
Reflecting on the Sunday Readings
@ Old St. Mary Parish Center
Reflecting on the Sunday Readings
@ Old St. Mary Parish Center
Jul 7 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
“The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God remains forever.” Isaiah 40:8 On the first and third Mondays of each month, we invite individuals to share and reflect on the upcoming Sunday readings. In a small group setting, we break open God’s Word, allowing it to speak to...
Jul
10
Thu
8:30 am
Kinship Farm Service
@ Urban Farm at Maglio
Kinship Farm Service
@ Urban Farm at Maglio
Jul 10 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
We will help the Kinship farm gather produce, do pest control, weed, and various other gardening endeavors! The Kinship Urban Farm helps feed the many members of our community who go to their Food Center for assistance. If you are interested in this opportunity, please register at tinyurl.com/4f44cayb, and put...
12:30 pm
Eucharistic Adoration
@ Old St. Mary Church
Eucharistic Adoration
@ Old St. Mary Church
Jul 10 @ 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
We invite you to pray the rosary followed by adoration on Thursdays after the 12:05 pm Mass at Old St. Mary. Exposition at 12:30 pm with reposition at 1:30 pm.
4:30 pm
All Saints Meal Program
@ All Saints Catholic Church
All Saints Meal Program
@ All Saints Catholic Church
Jul 10 @ 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
The All Saints Meal Program serves nearly 150 of our brothers and sisters from the surrounding community in the inner city of Milwaukee every Tuesday and Thursday evening. All Saints parish members, parishes throughout the Archdiocese of Milwaukee, and businesses sponsor the meals and/or serve God’s children. Our Family of...
