Way of the CrossRetrace the steps of Jesus' crucifixion and pray on his sacrifice when you join us at the Way of the Cross every Friday night throughout Lent. Way of the Cross will be held March 4, 18, 25 & April 1, 8 at 6:00 pm at Holy Family; 7:00 pm at Holy Family in Spanish; and 7:00 pm at Our Risen Savior. On March 11, Way of the Cross will be held at St. Mary's instead of Holy Family.
Pray, Reconcile, Rejoice: Lenten Day of Reconciliation Priests from around the Fond du Lac and Sheboygan area will hear confessions throughout the day in preparation for the Resurrection of the Lord. From 8:00 am to 8:00 pm, come to Reconciliation at Holy Family Church, 271 Fourth Street Way, or St. Peter Claver Church, 1439 S. 12th Street, Sheboygan. Priests will be available to hear Confessions in Spanish from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at Holy Family and 6:00 to 8:00 pm at St. Peter Claver Church.
Encountering the Father's LoveSitting in an NFL locker room, Bart Schuchts had an encounter with God that changed his life forever. Now the founder of Church on Fire, and an associate of the JP II Healing Center, Schuchts will share his story of transformation through Christ when he speaks at Holy Family Church Hall on Wednesday, April 6 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. This talk is perfect for the men of the parish, middle school-age and up. Snacks will be provided. For more information about Bart Schuchts, click here.
Volunteer to make beds for FDL area childrenNOTE: We are no longer in need of volunteers for this event as we have hit our capacity. If you would like to contribute to the build still, we are seeking new, clean twin bed sheets, twin comforters, and pillows. This bedding will be used by children ages 3-17. If you would like to donate, please bring your items to the Parish Office by Friday, April 8. We are in need of volunteers to help us build beds for children ages 3-17 in the Fond du Lac area at our Sleep in Heavenly Peace Build. The program has a goal of making sure that every child in the city has a bed to sleep in each night. Shifts are available from 4:00 to 6:30 pm on Friday, April 8, and from 8:45 am to 3:00 pm on Saturday, April 9 at Holy Family Church. Call Kelsey at (920) 921-0580 ext. 303 to sign up for a shift or to learn more! You can also sign up for a shift by visiting https://bit.ly/heavenly_peace.
Way of the CrossRetrace the steps of Jesus' crucifixion and pray on his sacrifice when you join us at the Way of the Cross every Friday night throughout Lent. Way of the Cross will be held March 4, 18, 25 & April 1, 8 at 6:00 pm at Holy Family; 7:00 pm at Holy Family in Spanish; and 7:00 pm at Our Risen Savior. On March 11, Way of the Cross will be held at St. Mary's instead of Holy Family.
Balance Your Strength SessionJoin Mary Jo Neumann on Monday, April 11 to learn how increase your balance and strengthen your core in her latest session in Holy Family Hall! Register by contacting Erin at (920) 921-0580 ext. 301 or ecobb@hffdl.org
Donate blood at our Holy Family Catholic Community Blood Drive from noon to 5:00 pm on Wednesday, April 14 in Holy Family Church Hall. Those who donate will receive a coupon for up to four free outdoor water park passes to Mt. Olympus while supplies last. All attempting donors will be entered for a chance to win a $500 e-gift card for airbnb.com. To register, visit www.versiti.org/fdl or call 877-BE-A-HERO (877-232-4376)
Join us at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, April 13 as we join in prayer for the Tenebrae Service. During the service, we will listen to Readings, and watch as candles are gradually extinguished. This service is traditional for Holy Week, and takes place the Wednesday before Holy Thursday.
Join us in celebrating Divine Mercy Sunday at Holy Family Church on Sunday, April 24. Silent Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will take place 2:00-3:00 pm; Reconciliation from 2:00-4:00 pm; and the Divine Mercy Holy Hour from 3:00 - 4:00 pm. Mass will not be part of the celebration. To reduce the long lines, please try to go to reconciliation eight days before or after the feast day. The Hispanic community will begin the celebration Divine Mercy with Mass at 12:00 pm, at Holy Family, followed by exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Devine Mercy Holy Hour and Reconciliation. Silent adoration will take place from 2:00-3:00 pm.
Do you desire healing? Freedom from unhelpful patterns of thought or sin you can’tseem to break? Struggling to understand and help someone else who desires healingor freedom? Healing the Whole Person: Engaging Your Story is an 8-week series thatprovides the framework for understanding and receiving Christ’s healing and peace in theheart of the Catholic Church. Using videos featuring Dr. Bob Schuchts & Sr. Miriam James Heidland presenting JohnPaul II Healing Center’s Healing the Whole Person teachings, each session includesa guided prayer experience and a workbook journaling activity for private reflection andprayer. Series also includes opportunities to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation andprayer with a prayer ministry team trained by the John Paul II Healing Center. Wherever you find yourself now is not the end of your story. God is here. God has morefor you. Engaging Your Story is time set aside for God to guide you through. To register, visit www.archmil.org/hwp/story. Cost is $20 and includes workbook journal. No one will be denied due to financial circumstances. Please let the us know if you need scholarship assistance.