May 2025 Weekly Bulletin Messages
Sunday May 4th, 2025 – Third Sunday of Easter PRAISED BE JESUS CHRIST, NOW AND FOREVER! Dear Friends, After an incredible Easter celebration at our Family of Five parishes, remembering the Passion, Death and Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ, and welcoming 15 new members into the Body of Christ,…
Remembering Pope Francis
All are welcome to attend the Mass for the Repose of the Soul of Pope Francis. Archbishop Jeffrey Grob invites the faithful to join him to pray for our Holy Father. The special Mass will be at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, April 29 at the Cathedral of St. John the…
Holy Week Resources
We invite you to walk with Jesus during this most holy week of the year. In-person services can be found on the Mass Times page and online resources are linked below. Palm Sunday Mass at Old St. Mary – 9:00 am Livestreamed on YouTube Palm Sunday Mass at the Cathedral…
April 2025 Weekly Bulletin Messages
Sunday April 27th, 2025 – Second Sunday of Easter He is Risen! Alleluia! Alleluia! We continue our Easter celebration with Divine Mercy Sunday and the conclusion of the Octave of Easter. The resurrection of the Lord is so important within our tradition that we turn it into eight days of…
St. Francis de Sales Seminary Zeal for the Lord’s House Campaign
Please watch the video below and learn about St. Francis de Sales Seminary’s Zeal for the Lord’s House Campaign. This exciting initiative will ensure the next 100 years of priestly formation in Wisconsin by addressing critical structural needs and by enhancing the campus to accommodate significant growth. The community of Saint…
March 2025 Weekly Bulletin Messages
Sunday March 30th, 2025 – 4th Sunday of Lent Happy Lent! Happy Laetare Sunday! Laetare is Latin for “rejoice.” Here, on the fourth Sunday of Lent, we are reminded that all our Lenten practices should lead us to rejoice in the anticipation of the resurrection. We are called to join…
Lent 2025 Weekly Reflections
Introduction Spes Non Confundit (Hope Does Not Disappoint) –Pope Francis Pope Francis refers to those in prison when he writes, “During the Holy Year, we are called to be tangible signs of hope for those of our brothers and sisters who experience hardships of any kind. I think of prisoners…
Lent 2025
Lent 2025 – Door of Mercy Spes Non Confundit (Hope Does Not Disappoint) –Pope Francis Pope Francis refers to those in prison when he writes, “During the Holy Year, we are called to be tangible signs of hope for those of our brothers and sisters who experience hardships of any…
2025 Catholic Stewardship Appeal
The Catholic Stewardship Appeal offers a unique opportunity to support Catholic life throughout the ten-county Archdiocese of Milwaukee with a single gift—a gift that helps sustain a broad spectrum of life-changing ministries and programs that meaningfully impact people’s lives. Contributions to the annual $8.1 million Catholic Stewardship Appeal are restricted…
February 2025 Weekly Bulletin Messages
Sunday February 23rd, 2025 – Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time Dear Friends, This weekend, Jesus says in the Gospel, “If you do good to those who do good to you, what credit is that to you? Even sinners do the same”. And yes, this is a very hard thing to…
May
7
Wed
7:00 pm
Eat, Drink & Be Catholic
Eat, Drink & Be Catholic
May 7 @ 7:00 pm
Eat, Drink and Be Catholic offers women and men of all ages a casual opportunity to explore the Catholic faith. The hope is that at the end of each evening, individuals not only know more but are inspired and empowered to more fully live out the faith we celebrate on...
May
8
Thu
8:30 am
Kinship Farm Service
@ Urban Farm at Maglio
Kinship Farm Service
@ Urban Farm at Maglio
May 8 @ 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...
4:30 pm
All Saints Meal Program
@ All Saints Catholic Church
All Saints Meal Program
@ All Saints Catholic Church
May 8 @ 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...
7:30 pm
Beacon Moms Group – Virtual
Beacon Moms Group – Virtual
May 8 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Even though our name is Beacon Moms, our groups are intended for all women – young, old, mother, not a mother, married, or single. All women are welcome to join a group. Our Winter/Spring session’s theme is: Following Jesus: The Gospel According to John. During our time together, we will...
May
9
Fri
5:00 pm
Catholic East Gala
@ Cathedral Atrium
Catholic East Gala
@ Cathedral Atrium
May 9 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Catholic East Elementary is proud to announce that the spring fundraiser gala is back! Mark your calendar and plan to join us for this very special event on Friday, May 9, 2025, 5:00 – 9:00 pm at the Atrium of the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist (812 North Jackson...
May
10
Sat
2:30 pm
Canticle of the Creatures One Ac...
@ Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist
Canticle of the Creatures One Ac...
@ Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist
May 10 @ 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Canticle of the Creatures: A One Act, 5-Scene little play By Jon M. Sweeney, with Carlos-Andres Rodriguez, Capuchin Postulant as St. Francis of Assisi After the short performance, Jon & Carlos will discuss the play and the Canticle with refreshments. Questions? Contact Chad Griesel at cgriesel@ffpmke.org.
May
13
Tue
6:30 pm
UPLIFT Teens
UPLIFT Teens
May 13 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
UPLIFT Teens provides spiritual formation for all High School students from the parishes of Old St. Mary, Our Lady of Divine Providence, SS. Peter and Paul, and Three Holy Women. UPLIFT Teens will encounter Jesus Christ and be in a peer community that supports a life of discipleship. Whether you...
May
15
Thu
6:30 pm
Healing the Whole Person: Engagi...
@ Old St. Mary Parish Center
Healing the Whole Person: Engagi...
@ Old St. Mary Parish Center
May 15 @ 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 Healing the Whole Person: Engaging Your Story is an 8-week...
8:00 pm
Bacon Dads Group
Bacon Dads Group
May 15 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Dads – We Have a Group For You Too! Bacon Dads was formed as an offshoot of “Beacon Moms.” Join a community of dads from a variety of faith experiences who share the common goal of developing a deeper faith through fellowship, conversation and the occasional beer. The hope is...
May
17
Sat
10:00 am
Car Wash Fundraiser
@ Three Holy Women-Holy Rosary Parking Lot
Car Wash Fundraiser
@ Three Holy Women-Holy Rosary Parking Lot
May 17 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Students from our parishes are going on a mission trip to Kentucky in June, to serve as the hands and feet of Jesus in various ministries. We will be hosting a Car Wash Fundraiser on Saturday, May 17 from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm at the Holy Rosary parking lot...
May
19
Mon
7:00 pm
Reflecting on the Sunday Readings
@ Old St. Mary Parish Center
Reflecting on the Sunday Readings
@ Old St. Mary Parish Center
May 19 @ 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...
May
20
Tue
2:45 pm
Prayer Shawl Ministry
@ Three Holy Women-St. Rita Church
Prayer Shawl Ministry
@ Three Holy Women-St. Rita Church
May 20 @ 2:45 pm – 4:00 pm
Dates: Third Tuesday of the month Location: St. Rita Church (1617 N Cass St) Time: Gather at 2:45 pm, knit & crochet from 3:00-3:50 pm, conclude with Mass at 4:00 pm When these prayer shawls are completed, they are blessed and given to those who need our prayers and support....
6:00 pm
Racial Justice & Healing Committee
Racial Justice & Healing Committee
May 20 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Our meetings will be held the third Tuesday of the month at 6:00 pm online via Microsoft Teams. If you’d like to help guide the Family of Five Parishes in our prayer, education and action related to racial justice, please contact Chad Griesel at 414-271-6577 or cgriesel@ffpmke.org. All are welcome to...
7:00 pm
Two Become One Newlywed Ministry
@ Cathedral Atrium
Two Become One Newlywed Ministry
@ Cathedral Atrium
May 20 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
The Family of Five Parishes is excited to launch a monthly gathering for newly married couples (about 5 years or less). Come enjoy a great night where you’ll have time to meet other newly married couples, enjoy some beverages together, and hear a presentation for practical tips, experience, and life...
