Upcoming Events
Labor Day Mass on the Lawn • 9/6/2010
On Labor Day, Monday Sept. 6 Mass will be celebrated on the lawn at Holy Family St. Peter Church, corner of County Road WH & Church Rd, at 9am.
Fr. Max Tzul will be presiding with Fr. Bob Stiefvater at the Mass as we pray for everyone struggling in these difficult economic conditions whether they be unemployed, under-employed or seeking solace during these turbulent times.
A donut social will follow Mass and please bring your own folding chairs. Rain location will be in the church.
Baptism Preparation • 9/7/2010 - 9/25/2010
Call the Parish Office to schedule baptism. New and expectant parents are required to attend a baptism preparation class. The next sessions will be held at Presentation Church in North Fond du Lac on Tuesday, September 7 at 7:00 pm and Saturday, September 25 at 10:00 am in Collins Hall (the basement meeting room of the church). Participants are asked to use the entrance on the north side of Presentation church.
Holy Family Quilters • 9/7/2010
We will start on Tuesday, September 7 and thereafter every Tuesday from 8:00 - 10:00 am in St. Mary Maurer Hall. If you would like to donate any yarn, mattress pads, blankets, yard goods (small or large pieces) we can arrange to pickup. Please call Catherine at 922-0316 or Pat at 921-2458.
Pictured: Fr. Vic receiving a quilt from the Mission Quilters
Women’s Spirituality Group • 9/8/2010
Women who desire the companionship of other women in their spiritual journey are invited to join the Holy Family Parish Women’s Spirituality Group. The focus is on discovering and embracing God’s presence and activity in daily life events. Through time for quiet and contemplative prayer, ritual and sharing on a recommended book, members become a support to each other in the faith journey. This year the group will reflect on the book, Just As Your Are - Opening Your Life to the Infinite Love of God by Paul Coutinho, SJ. The book will be available for purchase at the first session.
The group meets twice a month beginning in September and going through May on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 7:00-8:30 pm at St. Agnes Convent, Founders Hall, 320 County Road K. The first gathering will be on Wednesday, September 8. Sister Helen Gallitz, CSA serves as facilitator. To register or for further information contact Lucy at 924-9336 or Mary at 922-5831.
Addictions – A District Focus Session • 9/9/2010
On Thursday, September 9, 6:30-8:00 pm, the Holy Family Addictions Ministry is hosting a countywide focus session on addictions to drugs or alcohol. Invitations went out to parishes and Catholic educational groups. We welcome any interested parishioner as well. Please RSVP to Don, 921-0580, by September 7.
Grief Support Group • 9/9/2010
Thursday, September 9, 8:30 am in the Holy Family Fireside Room. Join others for confidential sharing and comfort. Coffee and donuts provided.
Pork Chop Dinner • 9/12/2010
The Holy Family St. Peter Pork Chop Dinner will be held on Sunday, September 12 from 11:00 am until 2:00 pm at the St. Peter Athletic Grounds, off of Church Road behind St. Peter Church on Hwy. WH.
Advance tickets are available for $8.00 at the parish office, Silica Appliance and Electronics in Fond du Lac, Silica Plumbing and Heating in Silica and Hometown Bank offices in Fond du Lac. Tickets on the grounds will be $9.00 and carry outs are available.
See pictures from last year's dinner HERE!
We are in need of tortes, pies, cakes or cookies (even sugarless and/or nut less). If you are willing to donate bakery, contact Lucy at 921-0084.
Sing to the Lord a New Song - Join a Choir! • 9/12/2010
All Holy Family Parish choirs are accepting new members. Holy Family has adult choirs at all 4 sites as well as a children’s choir, 2 youth choirs, contemporary ensembles and cantors. For more information call or email Paul at 921-0580 ext. 122 or pthelen@hffdl.org.
Holy Family Christian Women • 9/13/2010
Meeting and Pot Luck Supper on Monday, September 13, 6:00 pm in the Holy Family St. Mary School gym. Lynn Pakalske will speak about a mentoring program. All Holy Family women are invited.
“Walking In Their Shoes” • 9/14/2010
Tuesday, September 14, 7:00 pm: We are proud to again offer our “Walking In Their Shoes” program!
Come to Holy Family Parish Hall to learn about the Fond du Lac Area Community Circle of Support. Participants, community volunteers and re-entry professionals will help us understand the urgency of, and steps to take, in becoming a supportive community for people transitioning from incarceration to law-abiding, participating members of our local communities. The Department of Corrections - “Re-entry: A Bridge to Success” reports that “97% of Wisconsin inmates will one day return to their communities”. See you there!
JustFaith and Continuing Adult Education • 9/14/2010 - 10/6/2010
We will again offer several great JustFaith opportunities to learn about justice, peace, solidarity and compassion!
JustMatters module titled Non-violence/Peacemaking begins Tuesday evening, September 28 and/or Thursday mornings, September 30 based on participation. This 8-week module explores the power and potential of nonviolent peacemaking in our lives and in the world. It provides a strong understanding of, and commitment to the practice of nonviolent peacemaking, cultivates a deeper communal practice in the group, and culminates in a peacemaking activity that participants plan and engage in.
JustFaith begins Tuesday evening, September 14. This is a 30-week process that recognizes the complexity of the call to compassion and provides a wide range of compelling resources and experiences to communicate this tradition.
JustSkills begins Wednesday evening, October 6 and is a 20-week program that introduces participants to some of the skills needed to make the work of social ministry more achievable and effective within the local parish or church. It is designed to enhance leadership and increase the effectiveness of those involved in the difficult and complex work of direct service, advocacy, community organizing and justice education.
For more information: Contact Caryl, CSA at 926-0289 or Jack at 921-0580, ext. 119 or jbraun@hffdl.org.
“Community Circle of Support” Program • 9/14/2010
This Tuesday, September 14, 7:00 pm: Come to Holy Family Parish Hall and learn about our local “Community Circle of Support” program. Participants, community volunteers and reentry professionals will help us understand the urgency of, and steps to take in, becoming a supportive community for people transitioning from incarceration to law-abiding, participating members of our local communities.
St. Patrick Rosary Guild • 9/14/2010
Annual Fall Pot Luck Dinner on September 14 in Sacred Heart Hall. Gathering is at 6:00 pm with dinner at 6:30 pm. All are welcome to attend. Please bring a dish to pass. A regular meeting will follow the dinner.
Spanish Classes • 9/15/2010
Are you a little rusty on your Spanish language skills or do you want to improve them? Holy Family sponsors an advanced Spanish class. Profesora Sra. Miriam Liborio, a native of Argentina, volunteers her time and talents. We have fun in an informal learning environment. We enjoy Spanish conversations, we learn language rules, are given selected readings and we gain an understanding of cultures of Spanish-speaking countries.
The classes are Wednesdays 5:45 pm - 7:15 pm, September to May, in St. Mary Maurer Hall. If you are interested, contact George at 921-3321. Come join us.
Holy Family Men’s group – That Man is You! • 9/15/2010
The Holy Family Men’s group will be meeting again this year starting Wednesday, September 15th. With Fr. Luke at our side, last year we had 50+ men with ages ranging from mid 30’s through 75 meeting every Wednesday morning for Breakfast, a short video and small group discussions. All men are welcome and it is free. This program shows you how to be a great husband and father and bring you and your family closer to God. This is a great program for any man that would like to learn and be challenged by our Catholic faith. Please contact the following for more information:
Chris – Holy Family - Wednesday Morning– 251-4638 or cmcgalloway@gmail.com
Jim – North Fond du Lac –Monday evenings - 921-7040 (Starting Sept. 13th) guellins@peoplepc.com
Children’s Liturgy • 9/19/2010
Children’s Liturgy will be starting up again at all four sites on Sunday, September 26. We are in need of several teachers at all four sites. Training will be provided. If you are interested please call Erin at 921-0580 ext. 135 or email ecobb@hffdl.org.
St. Anne Society Quilting Group • 9/21/2010
Please come join us on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 9:00 am. We meet in Room 2 at Sacred Heart Center. Both men and women are welcome! It is fun and a learning experience. Time passes quickly. Please stop in and check us out if you’re not sure what we do! Our first meeting will be on Tuesday, September 21.
Harvest Your Gifts at Holy Family • 9/25/2010 - 9/26/2010
Holy Family Stewardship Committee is pleased to announce the next Ministry Fair for our parish. The Ministry Fair is intended to be a showcase of the ministries we list in our parish literature and talk about all the time. Our hope is that we can increase ministry and committee participation by associating a face and name with each ministry.
Date and Time:
Saturday, September 25
5:00 – 6:30 pm
Sunday, September 26
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Place: Holy Family Church Gathering Space
All Holy Family ministries are invited to participate. If you have not heard from the parish office or a staff person about representing your ministry at the Ministry Fair, please contact Rhea Behlke at rbehlke@hffdl.org or 921-0580.
All parishioners young and old are invited to our “Harvest Festival” to see how YOU can harvest your God-given gifts and share your talents here at Holy Family!
Join Us for a Day of Biking and Reflection • 9/25/2010
Inviting biking enthusiasts! Our June bike trip was so great we are offering another opportunity to join in a day of reflection and biking!
Date/Time: Saturday, September 25,
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Location: To be determined
Description: Fr. Vic will again begin our trip with prayer followed by a ride of reflection, friendship and a meal! Call Jack at the parish office, 921-0580 for more information.
Bring along: Your bike, water and bag lunch or money for lunch.
Taste of Mexico • 9/26/2010
Come and taste ethnic Mexican food and at the same time take the opportunity to meet and enjoy each others company.
This year Taste of Mexico will be held on September 26 at St. Mary Gym from 10:00 am-3:00pm.
Proceeds will be used for a Spiritual Retreat and other needs within the Hispanic ministry. Come and join us, we would love to take this opportunity to get to know and serve you.
Divorce Recovery • 10/2/2010
What does healthy recovery look like? How can I let go and move on? Come gather in a safe place with others who are separated, divorced or in the divorce process to learn more about how to deal with the many changes that you face. Plan ahead for this two-hour program on Saturday, October 2, 1:00-3:00 pm at Sacred Heart Center. Marianne Skrobiak, who will facilitate the afternoon, speaks from personal experience and 16 years of leading others through the pain and trauma of divorce to healing. Suggested cost: $20.00 per person (assistance available). For more information, call Don at 921-0580.
Attention new members: PLEASE JOIN US for Mass and Breakfast • 10/3/2010
Attention new members: PLEASE JOIN US For mass and breakfast
Please join us for Mass and a breakfast for new members of Holy Family Catholic Community.
Members of the Parish Staff, Parish Council, Stewardship Committee, Welcoming Committee and St. Mary’s Springs Academy will be present to answer your questions and share information about your new faith community.
Sunday, October 3
8:00 am Mass at Holy Family Church
Breakfast to follow in Holy Family Hall immediately after Mass. Please RSVP by September 29. Contact Rhea at rbehlke@hffdl.org or 921-0580.
Christ Have Mercy Retreats • 10/8/2010 - 10/9/2010
Could you use a retreat? Can’t really get away for several days or a weekend? Holy Family might have just what you need! This is a parish based retreat to provide people with a deeper encounter with the mercy of Christ. It is organized and staffed by parish members volunteering their time and talent and is being offered three times thru next spring. The entire event takes place at the Holy Family complex. The dates are Oct 8 / 9, Jan 7 / 8 and April 8 / 9.
Retreats start at 6:00 pm Friday evening with dinner and evening session that ends at 10:00 pm so you can head home for the night. We start up again Saturday morning at 8:30 am with breakfast served, morning session ending with lunch served and the afternoon session ending at 4:00 pm, culminating with 4:15 liturgy at Holy Family Church.
We are only taking reservations for the October retreat at this time. Another reservation announcement will precede the following retreat dates, so watch the bulletin. These retreats will have limited attendance in order to keep the groups small and intimate. Only the first 30 people reserving will be accepted. There is no charge or fee for this retreat, but any free will offering will be graciously accepted to assist in defraying costs for food and printing. To reserve your place for the October retreat contact Tom or Kay via email at tgroeschl@charter.net or call (920) 921-8797. Email is preferred as it simplifies confirming your reservation. Those reservations received after 30 are confirmed will be notified and will be contacted for any cancellations for this session and given preference for the next retreat.
