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…
Pilgrimage to Italy 2025
Join Fr. Joseph Heit on an exciting 10-day pilgrimage to Italy! November 6-15, 2025 Registration deadline: February 15 We would like to personally invite you, your family, and your friends to join us on this Jubilee pilgrimage to Italy’s greatest cities and special places dear to Christian hearts! Our pilgrimage…
Apr
30
Wed
5:30 pm
UPLIFT Families Wednesday Program
UPLIFT Families Wednesday Program
Apr 30 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
“Uniting People Living in Faith and Truth” (UPLIFT) Families is the religious education program serving the parents and children (K3-8th grade) of the Family of Five Parishes. UPLIFT Families is a program for children and adults, designed to develop strong Catholic families in which children learn the joys of following...
May
1
Thu
7:00 pm
Adult Confirmation
@ Old St. Mary Parish Center
Adult Confirmation
@ Old St. Mary Parish Center
May 1 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Are you baptized Catholic, made your first communion, but have not been confirmed yet? Fr. Carlos will be leading adults that would like to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. The next session will begin Friday, March 7, from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at the Old St. Mary Parish Center. Other...
8:00 pm
Bacon Dads Group
Bacon Dads Group
May 1 @ 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
2
Fri
9:30 am
Volunteering at Fr. Gene’s Help ...
@ Father Gene's Help Center
Volunteering at Fr. Gene’s Help ...
@ Father Gene's Help Center
May 2 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
We have a team of volunteers serving at Father Gene’s every first Friday of the month from 9:30-11:30 am. No need to RSVP, please just show up at 5919 W National Avenue at 9:30 am! Email Chad Griesel at cgriesel@ffpmke.org with questions.
12:30 pm
First Friday Anointing
@ Old St. Mary Church
First Friday Anointing
@ Old St. Mary Church
May 2 @ 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm
On the first Friday of each month, we are offering the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick following the 12:05 pm Mass at Old St. Mary. This sacrament of healing is for anyone struggling with a chronic illness, the elderly and those facing serious surgical procedures.
May
3
Sat
7:30 am
Kinship First Saturday Service
@ Kinship-St. Casimir location
Kinship First Saturday Service
@ Kinship-St. Casimir location
May 3 @ 7:30 am – 11:30 am
Please join us at Kinship Community Food Center for a fruitful time of service and community, as well as conversation with our neighbors! All are welcome regardless of parish affiliation, so please bring friends and family! To register, please visit https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0949ACA723A1FD0-kinship#/. Questions? Please email Chad Griesel at cgriesel@ffpmke.org.
8:00 am
Caregivers Support Group
@ Old St. Mary Parish Center
Caregivers Support Group
@ Old St. Mary Parish Center
May 3 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
The Caregivers Support Group meets once a month on a Saturday morning from 8:00 – 10:00 am. Caregivers need care too! When we allow others to support us, we will find we can do much more in supporting and encouraging those who are in our care. Please consider joining our...
May
5
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 5 @ 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
6
Tue
7:00 pm
Brewing the Faith
@ Broken Bat Brewing Co.
Brewing the Faith
@ Broken Bat Brewing Co.
May 6 @ 7:00 pm
Brewing the Faith is an evening designed to help young adults in their 20s and 30s connect. It’s open to absolutely anyone; grab a beer (first is free), hear a message and meet your neighbor. Brewing the Faith starts at 7:00 pm at Broken Bat Brewing Co. (135 E Pittsburgh...
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.
