Dec
24
Tue
If you are willing to help hand out a special gift and greet those coming to Mass at one of our parishes on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day, please reach out to Trevor Beach, director of evangelization, at tbeach@ffpmke.org or 414-238-2702. Help is needed for the following Masses: 4:00 pm at the Cathedral, Midnight at St. Hedwig, 8:30 am at Holy Rosary, 10:30 am at St. Rita.
Categories:
Advent & Christmas
Jan
2
Thu
Do you want to navigate disagreement in a healthier way?
Want to Talk? Communication Tools for Divided Times is an eight-session small group program that guides you in deepening your relationships while staying true to your values. This program draws upon the wisdom of experts in nonviolent communication, civil dialogue, and grassroots organizing, providing practical tools for navigating the political polarization of our time, as well as tough conversations with our loved ones.
The Family of Five Parishes will offer the 8-week JustFaith program, Want to Talk? Communication Tools for Divided Times, beginning the first week of January 2025. We invite you to register by emailing inievesreyes@ffpmke.org and indicating whether you prefer a day or evening session. If you have questions about registration or the program, you can contact Idalia Nieves-Reyes at 414-276-9814 ext. 110.
Jan
3
Fri
Jan 3 @ 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.
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.
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 the Evangelist and the third Tuesday of the month at SS Peter and Paul. Adoration will begin at 6:00 pm and conclude with Benediction.
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 are a Junior or Senior in High School preparing to receive the sacrament of Confirmation or an underclassman open to learning more about your Catholic faith, UPLIFT Teens is for you!
We strongly encourage at minimum two years of preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation. Acceptances will be given to those who are just joining as a Junior or Senior, however, it becomes much more crucial to attend, participate, and engage!
Our UPLIFT Teens format will meet twice a month for two hours at St. Rita Church (1617 N Cass St). Our time will consist of a dinner meal, prayer in the church, videos, small group discussion and games and community building throughout the night.
Please register for UPLIFT Teens at tinyurl.com/upliftteen2024.
For more information on UPLIFT Teens, contact Nino Rebholz, Associate Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry, at nrebholz@ffpmke.org or 414-271-6577.
Scheduled Dates:
September 24 – UPLIFT Teen AND Parent Orientation
October: 8 / 22
CONFIRMATION RETREAT: October 25 – 27
November: 12 / 26
December: 10
Mission Trip Fundraiser: January 2, 6:00 – 7:30 pmSt. Rita, Dinner
January: 3 / 14 / 28
February: 11 / 25
March: 12 / 25
April: 8 / 22
May: 13 / 27
Mission Trip Fundraiser: May 17, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, Holy Rosary Parking Lot, Car Wash
Confirmation: Wednesday, June 4, 7:00 pm at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist
Jan
4
Sat
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.
Jan 4 @ 2:00 pm
Katherine Koester, soprano with composer, Riles Walsh (with cellist)
Freewill donations will be accepted. Please contact Tom Koester at tkoester@ffpmke.org for more information.
All K3-8th grade actors are warmly invited to take part in the Family of Five Parishes’ Children’s Nativity Play. Activities, prayers, songs, and narration (English and Spanish)
Onstage speaking roles (English)
January 4, 2025
Three Holy Women-St. Rita Church
2:00 pm Rehearsal
3:00 pm Crafts/Snack Break
4:00 pm Performance
Sign up by December 16 to participate at https://tinyurl.com/ffpnativityplay2024.
All parishioners are invited to attend the performance. Questions? Contact Katy Benway at kbenway@ffpmke.org.
Categories:
Advent & Christmas
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 the first weekend of each month. An act of faith in every cup! Thanks for your support of our sister parish.
Jan
7
Tue
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 Ave). Reach out to Nino Rebholz at nrebholz@ffpmke.org if you have any questions.
Jan
8
Wed
“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 Jesus Christ and the truths of our Faith through the witness of Christian life in their families.
WEDNESDAY (ENGLISH) Family Formation Program 5:30-7:30 pm
Optional dinner is provided at all meetings starting at 5:15 pm until programming begins at 5:30 pm, which includes K4-8th grade classes and parent lessons in ENGLISH.
September 18 – Parent Meeting/Social
Tentative Family Meetings*: October 2, 16 & 30, November 13, December 4, January 8 & 22, February 5 & 19, March 12, April 2 & 30
SUNDAY (ENGLISH and SPANISH) Family Formation Program 10:45 am -12:45 pm
A light breakfast is available starting at 10:15 am until programming begins. Childcare for babies and toddlers under the age of 3, Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (K3-K5)*, classes for 1st-8th grade, and parent lessons in ENGLISH and SPANISH will be provided.
September 22 – Parent Meeting/Social
Tentative Family Meetings*: Oct 6 & 20, November 24, December 8, January 12 & 26, February 9 & 23, March 16, April 6 & 27
*We are continuing to offer Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) lessons for children entering K3-K5. CGS teaches young children the Faith through a Montessori-based learning environment. This will only be offered during our Sunday morning program (10:45 am – 12:45 pm) and not during our Wednesday evening program.
REGISTER NOW!
- English: https://tinyurl.com/uplift2024-25
- Spanish: https://tinyurl.com/uplift2024-25-es
For more information on UPLIFT Families, please email familyformation@ffpmke.org or call Brianna Moreland, Religious Formation Coordinator, at 414-962-2443 x302.
Jan
9
Thu
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 “Family of Five Parishes” in the comments.
If you have any questions, or need more information, please email Chad Griesel at cgriesel@ffpmke.org.
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 Five Parishes purchases, prepares and/or serves meals on the 2nd Thursday of the month to guests.
If you would like information or to get involved, please contact Chad Griesel at cgriesel@ffpmke.org or 414-271-6577. Thank you for your generosity and care for those in need.
Jan
12
Sun
“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 Jesus Christ and the truths of our Faith through the witness of Christian life in their families.
WEDNESDAY (ENGLISH) Family Formation Program 5:30-7:30 pm
Optional dinner is provided at all meetings starting at 5:15 pm until programming begins at 5:30 pm, which includes K4-8th grade classes and parent lessons in ENGLISH.
September 18 – Parent Meeting/Social
Tentative Family Meetings*: October 2, 16 & 30, November 13, December 4, January 8 & 22, February 5 & 19, March 12, April 2 & 30
SUNDAY (ENGLISH and SPANISH) Family Formation Program 10:45 am -12:45 pm
A light breakfast is available starting at 10:15 am until programming begins. Childcare for babies and toddlers under the age of 3, Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (K3-K5)*, classes for 1st-8th grade, and parent lessons in ENGLISH and SPANISH will be provided.
September 22 – Parent Meeting/Social
Tentative Family Meetings*: Oct 6 & 20, November 24, December 8, January 12 & 26, February 9 & 23, March 16, April 6 & 27
*We are continuing to offer Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) lessons for children entering K3-K5. CGS teaches young children the Faith through a Montessori-based learning environment. This will only be offered during our Sunday morning program (10:45 am – 12:45 pm) and not during our Wednesday evening program.
REGISTER NOW!
- English: https://tinyurl.com/uplift2024-25
- Spanish: https://tinyurl.com/uplift2024-25-es
For more information on UPLIFT Families, please email familyformation@ffpmke.org or call Brianna Moreland, Religious Formation Coordinator, at 414-962-2443 x302.
Jan
14
Tue
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 are a Junior or Senior in High School preparing to receive the sacrament of Confirmation or an underclassman open to learning more about your Catholic faith, UPLIFT Teens is for you!
We strongly encourage at minimum two years of preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation. Acceptances will be given to those who are just joining as a Junior or Senior, however, it becomes much more crucial to attend, participate, and engage!
Our UPLIFT Teens format will meet twice a month for two hours at St. Rita Church (1617 N Cass St). Our time will consist of a dinner meal, prayer in the church, videos, small group discussion and games and community building throughout the night.
Please register for UPLIFT Teens at tinyurl.com/upliftteen2024.
For more information on UPLIFT Teens, contact Nino Rebholz, Associate Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry, at nrebholz@ffpmke.org or 414-271-6577.
Scheduled Dates:
September 24 – UPLIFT Teen AND Parent Orientation
October: 8 / 22
CONFIRMATION RETREAT: October 25 – 27
November: 12 / 26
December: 10
Mission Trip Fundraiser: January 2, 6:00 – 7:30 pmSt. Rita, Dinner
January: 3 / 14 / 28
February: 11 / 25
March: 12 / 25
April: 8 / 22
May: 13 / 27
Mission Trip Fundraiser: May 17, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, Holy Rosary Parking Lot, Car Wash
Confirmation: Wednesday, June 4, 7:00 pm at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist
Jan
15
Wed
Jan 15 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Our monthly Global Solidarity – Padibe, Uganda committee meetings are typically held the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 5:00 pm. We have partnered with our brothers and sisters in Uganda in the important work of education, medical care, and farming. If you’d like to participate in this vibrant ministry, please contact Chad Griesel at 414-271-6577 or cgriesel@ffpmke.org. All Family of Five parishioners and friends are welcome!
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 Sundays.
“One discovers God in and through the things of this world.” Fr. Stephen Bevans
This year, speakers will explore “The Catholic Imagination” and how we are invited to experience God in the beauty of novels, music, visual arts, poetry and many other places where God’s loving presence is revealed outside of explicitly “religious” places. Drinks and appetizers are provided.
Our next session will be on Wednesday, January 15 at Mo’s…A Place for Steaks (720 N Plankinton Ave) beginning at 7:00 pm. Our pastor and rector, Fr. Tim Kitzke, will reflect on Francis Thompson’s poem “The Hound of Heaven” as part of our ongoing theme: The Catholic Imagination.
Please RSVP to Chad Griesel at cgriesel@ffpmke.org.
Scheduled Dates:
September 25
October 30
November 6 and 20
January 15 and 29
February 12
March 19
April 9
May 7
Jan
19
Sun
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 on a Sunday morning from 10:00 – 11:15 am at Old St. Mary or the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist.
Please go to https://tinyurl.com/BaptismPrepMKE to register for this or another upcoming session. If you have any questions please contact Trevor Beach at tbeach@ffpmke.org.
Our Nova Nights are a lot of fun! From active games to spiritual talks to great snacks, the evening always goes by in a flash! All students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade (from any school or religious background) are welcome to join in the fun. We’ve been averaging around 30 kids at each event, from a variety of schools and neighborhoods, and we are always eager to include new people! Registration can be found at tinyurl.com/novanight2024.
For any questions, feel free to reach out to Nino Rebholz, Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry, at nrebholz@ffpmke.org or 414-271-6577.
Scheduled Dates:
September 29
October 27
November 10
December 8
January 19
February 16
March 16
April 27
May 25
