Parents are invited to learn how to take their Catholic faith beyond the Church doors and into their home at our Building the Domestic Church sessions, taking place throughout the year.
What is the Bible, where does it come from, and what is its purpose? How are Catholics supposed to read the Bible and what story does it tell? These are the ever-important questions answered in Genesis to Jesus. Join us to learn the basic Catholic principles for reading Scripture and to survey the broad outlines of the books of the Bible and their place in the story of salvation. The group meets at two times: Mondays, September 12-December 5 from 7:00 to 8:30 pm in the Holy Family South Hall OR Fridays, September 9-December 9 (excluding November 25) from 6:00 to 7:30 am in the Holy Family South Hall. Required Materials: Genesis to Jesus Workbook ($25), A Father Who Keeps His Promises by Scott Hahn ($19 if ordered through Holy Family, cheaper on Amazon), Catholic Bible, & Catechism of the Catholic Church. To find contact information for group leader and to sign up, visit hffdl.org/sm.
Our Risen Savior will hold a simple fellowship (homemade cookies, bars, cheese tray and beverages) on Sunday, October 16 in the church hall after the 10:00 am Mass. Come join us for Mass, treats and conversation!
What is the Bible, where does it come from, and what is its purpose? How are Catholics supposed to read the Bible and what story does it tell? These are the ever-important questions answered in Genesis to Jesus. Join us to learn the basic Catholic principles for reading Scripture and to survey the broad outlines of the books of the Bible and their place in the story of salvation. The group meets at two times: Mondays, September 12-December 5 from 7:00 to 8:30 pm in the Holy Family South Hall OR Fridays, September 9-December 9 (excluding November 25) from 6:00 to 7:30 am in the Holy Family South Hall. Required Materials: Genesis to Jesus Workbook ($25), A Father Who Keeps His Promises by Scott Hahn ($19 if ordered through Holy Family, cheaper on Amazon), Catholic Bible, & Catechism of the Catholic Church. To find contact information for group leader and to sign up, visit hffdl.org/sm.
Join GalileeU from 7:00 to 8:30 pm on Thursday, October 20 at Holy Family Church to learn more about how to find God in our daily lives and live the Catholic social responsibility. GalileeU is adult formation for mission and life. It’s a place to encounter Jesus and learn from him how to know, live, and share our Catholic faith. GalileeU Sessions provide high quality training for the mission of the Church and experiential learning for the practical daily living of our Catholic faith. All Sessions and Retreats build community among leaders from parishes across the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. To sign up, visit https://archmil.regfox.com/galileeu-october2022.
Do you struggle with consistency in prayer? Or finding words for prayer? Would you like to enter more into the liturgical seasons and the prayer of the universal Church? By tradition going back to early Christian times, the Liturgy of the Hours makes holy the whole course of the day and night by the praises of God. Join us as Dr. Mike Brummond, doctorate in Sacred Theology, explains the Liturgy of the Hours, the impact it can have on our spiritual life, and the practical tools to begin praying it. Dr. Brummond will speak at Holy Family from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Friday, October 21 and 9:00 am to noon on Saturday, October 22. On October 21, you will learn about the Liturgy of the Hours and October 22, you will go through the structure and the character of the Liturgy of the Hours, as well as the mechanics of Morning Evening Prayer. To sign up, use the form below:
Mary Jo Neumann will once again help you gain strength and balance when her six-week Balance and Mobility Class returns this week. The class will be held on Mondays from 10:00 to 10:30 am on October 24-November 28. All classes will be held in the Sacred Heart School Gym, except the November 7th session, which will be held at Holy Family. The function of balance and mobility training is to help a person feel safe when moving. Participants should be able to walk without assistive devices, such as canes, walkers, and wheelchairs. Registration is limited. Register by contacting the Parish Office at (920) 921-0580. The program free for parishioners.
Health Care Worker Sunday Holy Family will celebrate and honor all health care workers - those at hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, mental health treatment centers, nursing homes, long-term care facilities, etc. - at Mass on Sunday, October 30 at 10:00 am at Holy Family Church. All health care workers are invited to join us as we pray for their success, safety, and health at this Mass. A reception with refreshments will follow in the Fireside Room for workers and their families.
Join us for a quick video lesson and craft to learn about the saints, our Church traditions, and your faith with our Faith Builders Club for Kids. Meet in the Gathering Space at Holy Family right after the 10:00 am Mass, and stay an extra 15 minutes for your kids to learn all about a variety of topics, the first of which will be St. Francis of Assisi. This will be targeted to families with kids from Pre-K through 6th grade but all kids are welcome!
The Archdiocese of Milwaukee's First Saturday Traveling Rosary for Life will come to Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church on Saturday, November 5 at 8:00 am. The morning will begin with Mass, followed by Eucharistic Adoration, Reconciliation, and the Rosary for Life from 8:30 to 9:30 am. On the first Saturday of every month, the Archdiocese works with different parishes to host a prayer service which may include Mass and/or Adoration but always includes the Rosary, asking the Blessed Virgin Mary to intercede with her son, Our Lord, for the continued protection of the unborn and support for mothers and fathers facing difficult pregnancies. All are welcome to attend.
All women are invited to celebrate the beauty of their Catholic faith at the annual Women of Christ Conference on Saturday, Nov. 5, at the Washington County Fair Park in West Bend. The theme of this year’s conference, “A Time for Fearless Faith,” encourages women to rely on Christ – His truth, His love, His mercy - during these challenging times. Speakers include: Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC; Sonja Corbitt; Magnus Macfarlane-Barrow; Sr. Tracey Matthia Dugas; Very Reverend Luke N. Strand; and Archbishop Jerome Listecki. Julie Malucha will serve as the event's emcee. For information and to register, please visit www.womenofchrist.net. Speakers include
Volunteer Appreciation Packer Party We will host a Volunteer Appreciation Packer Party on Sunday, November 6 in the Holy Family Hall following the 10:00 am Mass. We want to celebrate all of the volunteers from all of our sites. If you are an Usher, Eucharistic Minister, Lector, Cantor, Sacristan, Mass Sever, Choir member, serve on one of our many committees and commissions, mow grass, tend to flower beds, wash church linens, cut down trees and brush, volunteer making meals, volunteer with the Angel Tree program, host donut Sundays, volunteer at our festivals, help to clean the church, teach religious education, decorate the churches, lead a small group, or are part of any other volunteer activity in the parish, we want to celebrate you and your family! We will have pizza, snacks, and soda available and the Packer vs. Lions Game playing on the large wall screen in the hall. Door prizes will be drawn at half-time. Come for the fun and encourage other volunteers to join you! Please RSVP by calling the Parish Office at (920) 921-0580 by Thursday, November 3.
