Events

Dorothy Day writes, “The final word is love…To love we must know each other … and we know each other in the breaking of bread, and we are not alone any more…We have all known the long loneliness and we have learned that the only solution is love and that love comes with community.”

Despite the many challenges we face today, we believe in the power of love found in Communion and in community. Our parishes invite anyone who is interested in exploring the Catholic faith to consider the RCIA process. RCIA, the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, is a place where adults of any or no faith tradition can explore questions of faith and prepare to join the Catholic Church.

If you or someone you know might be interested, contact our Pastoral Associate, Chad Griesel, at 414-271-6577 or cgriesel@ffpmke.org.

All are welcome to join in this important prayer. If you’d like more information or to register, please contact Chad Griesel at cgriesel@ffpmke.org. You can sign up for updates and reflections at tinyurl.com/healracism.

We are excited to announce that our parishes’ visit to Fr. Gene’s Help Center in August (as part of our Community Ministry Connection) was a success! We will now 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.

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You are cordially invited to celebrate with us the 13th Annual Feast of Ugandan Martyrs.

This annual celebration of the Feast of Ugandan Martyrs in Milwaukee brings the African communities together, lifting their unique and varied contributions to the spreading of the Gospel. Reflect on the courage and conviction of the Martyrs of Uganda and the legacy of sacrifices in the continent of Africa witnessing the faith. Faith is central for African communities as we integrate our life into a new environment.

Sacred Voices of Africa and Three Holy Women Joint Choir
Join us in prayers and festive liturgy
Experience Vibrant African Style of Worship
Share African Foods and Fellowship

Fessahaye Mebrahtu, Director of Black Catholic and Ethnic Ministries
mebrahtuf@archmil.org

On the Feast of Pentecost, we celebrate the gift of the Holy Spirit, as well as the “birth” of the Church – what a great reason to celebrate! All are invited to join the Family of Four Parishes Pentecost Party held in the SS Peter & Paul Church Center on Sunday, June 5 after the 9:30 am Mass.

Pentecost-themed children’s activities will be provided, along with snacks and birthday cake! If you would like to contribute snacks and cake for the Pentecost party, please use this signup genius link: tinyurl.com/2022pentecost. Please contact Anh Clausen at 414-962-2443 or aclausen@ffpmke.org with any questions.

Please join us for a farewell reception for our Associate Pastor, Fr. Michael Malucha, on Sunday, June 5 after the 10:30 am Mass at Three Holy Women-St. Rita.

We are grateful for your time with us, Fr. Michael, and will pray that God blesses you in your new priestly assignment!

This five-session program will begin on Monday, May 2. The group will meet for five Mondays from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, May 2 – June 6 (there will be no meeting on May 30). The program will touch on many different topics such as Different Stages of Grief, Understanding Anger, Depression and Unfinished Business. You will have the opportunity to share your memories and feelings with others who are walking the same journey.

In a Bereavement Support Group, grievers can hear testimony from those who have “been there.” They will discover that others have suffered similar pains, fear, sadness and anger. It is critical for a griever to know that it is okay to feel lonely, depressed or isolated, and to know with certainty that someday they will feel better.

A Bereavement Support Group can offer hope. Let us walk this journey with you—Register TODAY! Please contact Terri Balash at 414-469-6173 or tbalash@ffpmke.org if you have any questions or want to register.

“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 our lives and to challenge us to grow in our understanding of who God is, who we are, and who God is calling us to be.

For further information contact Chad Griesel, Pastoral Associate, at cgriesel@ffpmke.org or 414-271-6577.

Our meetings will be held the first Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm online via Microsoft Teams. If you’d like to help guide the Family of Four parishes in our prayer, education and action related to racial justice, please email Chad Griesel at cgriesel@ffpmke.org. All are welcome to participate in these important conversations!

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Our Human Concerns Commission meetings are typically held on the second Wednesday of the month. If you are already involved in a ministry of Human Concerns or if you’d like to learn more, please join us! Good things are happening in our Family of Four Parishes and Milwaukee communities!

Email Chad Griesel at cgriesel@ffpmke.org for more information. All are welcome!

The Family of Four Parishes would like to say “thank you” to Rachel McGrew for her work as Family Ministry Coordinator at Our Lady of Divine Providence. Rachel and her family will be moving to Denver, Colorado this summer because of a new job for Rachel’s husband. Over the last six years, Rachel has been part of Family Ministry’s Beacon Moms, Baptism Preparation Classes, UPLIFT Families and Good News Adventure summer camp.

Please join us for Rachel’s Farewell Gathering on Sunday, June 12 after the 10:00 am Mass at Our Lady of Divine Providence – St. Casimir Church. Please stop by for refreshments and a chance to say goodbye and thank you to Rachel.

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 cgriesel@ffpmke.org. All Family of Four 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. We hope to provide space for intellectual, relational and spiritual growth as well as some real community building. Our hope is that at the end of each evening, individuals not only know more but are inspired and empowered to live out their faith. The format ranges from speakers and group discussion to movies and music.

Our next in-person event of the season will be on Wednesday, June 15 at Mo’s…A Place for Steaks (720 N Plankinton) beginning at 7:00 pm. Our hosts, Sean and Chad, will wrap up this year’s theme by inviting us to reflect on Jesus’s great parable of the Prodigal Son.

For more information, to RSVP, or to be added to the email list for future events, contact Chad Griesel at cgriesel@ffpmke.org.

Scheduled Dates:
October 13
November 10 and 24
December 8 – Moved to Wisconsin Tap Room, 717 N Plankinton
January 26 – Moved to Wisconsin Tap Room
February 9 – Moved to Wisconsin Tap Room
February 23
March 16 and 30
May 4 and 25
June 15

Check out recordings of previous Eat, Drink & Be Catholic @Home evenings: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1dTC8Mi4ngPSBp8iTMi5Y7pc9pFvAZBC

“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 our lives and to challenge us to grow in our understanding of who God is, who we are, and who God is calling us to be.

For further information contact Chad Griesel, Pastoral Associate, at cgriesel@ffpmke.org or 414-271-6577.

We are happy to announce that the Prayer Shawl Ministry has returned, with a new day, time and location!

Beginning Date: Tuesday, May 17, meeting on the 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. This ministry has a beautiful spirit! These gifted individuals share their faith with the sick, lonely and heavy-hearted, and remind them of God’s love. Please join us.

Prayer shawl gift bags are always available to anyone. If you or someone you know needs a prayer shawl or you have questions, please contact Terri, our Director of Pastoral Care, at 469-6173 or tbalash@ffpmke.org.

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 virtually once a month on a Monday evening from 7:00 – 8:00 pm.

Please go to https://tinyurl.com/BaptismPrepMKE to register for this or another upcoming session. If you have any questions please contact Anh Clausen at aclausen@ffpmke.org.

We are excited to announce that our parishes’ visit to Fr. Gene’s Help Center in August (as part of our Community Ministry Connection) was a success! We will now 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.

Our meetings will be held the first Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm online via Microsoft Teams. If you’d like to help guide the Family of Four parishes in our prayer, education and action related to racial justice, please email Chad Griesel at cgriesel@ffpmke.org. All are welcome to participate in these important conversations!