When asked what they should say in prayer the Lord gives his disciples the “Our Father.” This prayer is considered a gift from the Lord and one that we should especially turn to in times of crisis. This series will go line by line through the prayer highlighting what it meant to Jesus’ first century audience and what it means for us today.
Are you or someone you know grieving? To help you through the holidays, Holy Family will host GriefShare's Surviving the Holidays seminar from 4:00 to 6:00 pm on Monday, November 14 at Holy Family. The holiday season can be particularly difficult when you are grieving the death of a loved one. Grief Share's Surviving the Holidays seminar helps participants learn: how to deal with their emotions; what to do about traditions; how to survive social events; and how to find hope for the future. Call (920) 921-0580 ext. 303 or email gabbym@hffdl.org to reserve your spot.
Our Catholic community in North Fond du Lac at Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church will celebrate its Patronal Feast on Sunday, November 20, at the 10:00 am Mass with fellowship to follow in the church hall. While our Church celebrates the actual Feast of the Presentation of Our Lady on Monday, November 21, we will mark North Fond du Lac’s Patron by worshiping at Sunday Mass, commemorated that day as the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. Before heading downstairs for fellowship, Mass will conclude with Solemn Exposition, a period of Eucharistic Adoration, and Solemn Benediction, as well as a hymn to Our Lady. Please join us to worship and to thank the Lord for the gift of His Mother and for our Presentation Church.
Anyone interested in volunteering for the parish is invited to participate in our Safe Environment Training for all volunteers on Monday, November 21 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm at Sacred Heart School, 678 Western Avenue. Safe Environment Training is a one-time class for all adults age 18 and older that may want to volunteer for anything with minors. We encourage anyone who may at some point be interested in volunteering in the parish to become Safe Environment trained, especially parents who may want to volunteer with activities and programs their children are involved in such as Vacation Bible School, Christian Formation, and retreats. By taking this Archdiocese of Milwaukee-required training, you can have your certification ready for whenever a volunteer opportunity arises. Once you complete your training and a background check, you will need to be recertified every five years with a shorter review session that at this time can be completed online. Registration is required for these trainings. Please visit https://milwaukee.cmgconnect.org/ to register today
Join our Holy Family Priest Team as they describe the tasks of Catholic life we can turn into habits that will make our lives more Holy this Advent season, Tuesdays, November 29-December 20 from 6:30-7:30 pm at Sacred Heart Church. Talks will be as follows: Tuesday, November 29: Confession with Fr. Justin Tuesday, December 6: Mortification/Penance with Fr. Pedro Tuesday, December 13: Daily Prayer with Fr. Edward Tuesday, December 20: Sunday, the Day of the Lord with Fr. Michael
Our Risen Savior will host a Pie Social in honor of St. Nicholas Day on Sunday, December 4 following the 10:00 am Mass. All are welcome to join the social for fellowship and a visit from St. Nicholas, who will speak with children!
The St. Peter Altar & Rosary Society annual Christmas gathering will be on Monday, December 5 at Sunset on the Water. Social and drinks will be at 6:00 pm with a sit-down dinner at 6:30 pm. Price for dinner is $23 including tax and tip. RSVP using sign-up sheets will in both entrances of St. Peter Church by November 28 or by calling Jan at (920) 921-4464 or Rosie at (920)923-5817. A gift for Solutions Center such as household item or health and hygiene item would be greatly appreciated.
As we prepare our hearts for Christmas, priests from throughout the Fond du Lac and Sheboygan area will offer 12 Hours of Reconciliation in both counties. People can have their confessions heard from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, December 6 at Holy Family Church, 271 Fourth Street Way and Tuesday, December 13 at St. Peter Claver Church, 1439 S. 12th St., Sheboygan. Mientras preparamos nuestros corazones para la Navidad, los sacerdotes de todo el área de Fond du Lac y Sheboygan ofrecerán 12 Horas de Reconciliación en ambos condados. Las confesiones comenzaran de 8:00 a. m. a 8:00 p. m. el martes 6 de diciembre en Holy Family Church, 271 Fourth Street Way y el martes 13 de diciembre en St. Peter Claver Church, 1439 S. 12th St., Sheboygan.
An Arise Worship Night gives attendees an opportunity to encounter Christ through dynamic preaching, Eucharistic Adoration, Reconciliation, and praise & worship music. This free, family-friendly night will include a Dynamic Spiritual Message from Craig Richter, seminarian; Adoration and Procession with Fr. Enrique Hernandez; Live Praise & Worship music by Nick Scanlan; and hospitality and socializing to end the evening. For more information, visit arisemke.org/worshipnights.
Every Catholic marriage and family needs moments of enrichment, renewal, and a deeper understanding of having Christ at the center of your marriage. GalileeU offers a variety of “mini-retreats” designed to help married couples encounter Christ in a deeper way through the great gift of their sacramental marriage. Retreat and workshop themes include: Theology of the Body, Forgiveness, Parenting, Motherhood, and Fatherhood. On Saturday, December 10 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, we will host a Devoted Marriage Retreat featuring “Joyful Ever After with Damon and Melanie Owens” at Holy Family Church, 271 Fourth Street Way. To learn more and to sign up, please visit https://archmil.regfox.com/devoted-december-2022. Registration will close after December 5. While the content shared is designed for married couples, dating or engaged couples as well as single participants are welcome.
Holy Family choirs and musicians from throughout our parish will come together to sing in celebration of our Lord, Jesus Christ's birth at our Holy Family Christmas Concert at 2:30 pm on Sunday, December 11 at Holy Family Church. The concert is free to attend, but a freewill offering will be taken. Please join us for this joyous concert featuring our talented parishioners!
Help to save lives by donating blood at the Holy Family Catholic Community Blood Drive from 12:00 to 5:00 pm on Wednesday, December 14 at Holy Family Church. To reserve your spot, visit bit.ly/holyfamilydec14 or call 877-232-4376.
