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…
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 – Livestreamed at 9:00 am on YouTube “Triduum: A Spiritual Pilgrimage” Video…
Lenten Mission
If you were unable to join us for any of the three mission nights with Sr. Julia, we have posted videos of each night on the Cathedral’s Vimeo and YouTube channels. Or you can view the playlist below by clicking in the upper right corner to select each video. Lenten…
Lent 2024
Lenten Mission – Broken For All We are excited to welcome Sister Julia Walsh, FSPA for a three-night Lenten Mission on February 26, 27, and 28 at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist from 6:30 – 8:00 pm each night. Simultaneous translation in Spanish will be available for these…
Lent 2023 Weekly Reflections
Week 1: February 26 This weekend, we listen to two stories of temptation: the temptation of Adam and Eve in the garden and the temptation of Jesus in the desert. The first reading tells us the all too human story of temptation: not trusting that God is going to give…
Gospel Teasers
Gospel Teasers Video Reflections Our new video series debuts this Lent: Gospel Teasers. Each week, the priests and staff will offer a one-minute reflection on the upcoming Gospel. You can watch the videos below, on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube. February 19 Introduction: Fr. Carlos Ash Wednesday: Fr. Tim February 26:…
Lent 2023
Lent 2023 – Real Presence: Real Love The Family of Four Parishes is happy to announce that this year’s Lenten theme is “Real Presence: Real Love.” Our Lenten almsgiving partner is the St. Vincent de Paul Society of Milwaukee. During this season of Lent, we will invite parishioners to learn…
Lent 2022 Almsgiving
Lent 2022 Almsgiving – Riverwest Food Pantry Our Mission Riverwest Food Pantry is a community food center that engages volunteers and neighborhood residents to end hunger, isolation, and poverty. Our innovative programs nourish health, belonging, and economic opportunity. About Us Riverwest Food Pantry, founded in 1979 by St. Casimir church…
Lent 2022 Weekly Reflections
Week 1: March 6 God’s Voice of Love Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit in the wilderness… This is the story of the encounter of Jesus in the wilderness. For 40 days and 40 nights, the evil one attempted to…
Apr
1
Tue
9:30 am
Beacon Moms Group – Tuesday Morning
Beacon Moms Group – Tuesday Morning
Apr 1 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am
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...
7:00 pm
Beacon Moms Group – Tuesday Evening
Beacon Moms Group – Tuesday Evening
Apr 1 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 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...
7:00 pm
Brewing the Faith
@ Broken Bat Brewing Co.
Brewing the Faith
@ Broken Bat Brewing Co.
Apr 1 @ 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...
Apr
2
Wed
5:30 pm
UPLIFT Families Wednesday Program
UPLIFT Families Wednesday Program
Apr 2 @ 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...
Apr
3
Thu
7:00 pm
Adult Confirmation
@ Old St. Mary Parish Center
Adult Confirmation
@ Old St. Mary Parish Center
Apr 3 @ 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...
7:30 pm
Beacon Moms Group – Virtual
Beacon Moms Group – Virtual
Apr 3 @ 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...
8:00 pm
Bacon Dads Group
Bacon Dads Group
Apr 3 @ 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...
Apr
4
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
Apr 4 @ 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
Apr 4 @ 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.
6:00 pm
Eucharistic Adoration
@ Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist
Eucharistic Adoration
@ Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist
Apr 4 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
We invite you to prepare your heart to meet Christ, the Lord of Life, by scheduling some time for quiet prayer in adoration, taking the time to quietly gaze upon the Blessed Sacrament. Eucharistic adoration will be held the first Friday of the month at the Cathedral of St. John...
Apr
5
Sat
7:30 am
Kinship First Saturday Service
@ Kinship-St. Casimir location
Kinship First Saturday Service
@ Kinship-St. Casimir location
Apr 5 @ 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
Apr 5 @ 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...
6:00 pm
Coffee Sale
Coffee Sale
Apr 5 @ 6:00 pm – Apr 6 @ 8:30 pm
Kulaktik Coffee, grown in our sister parish in Chiapas, Mexico and roasted here in Milwaukee by Colectivo Coffee, will be sold after each of the SSPP Masses March 8-9 and the first weekend of April. An act of faith in every cup! Thanks for your support of our sister parish.
Apr
6
Sun
10:45 am
UPLIFT Families Sunday Program
UPLIFT Families Sunday Program
Apr 6 @ 10:45 am – 12:45 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...
Apr
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
Apr 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...
