Global Solidarity: Padibe, Uganda
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. All Family of Five parishioners and friends are welcome!
Taizé Prayer
Join us at 6:30 pm for a Taizé-style Prayer Service. Taizé Prayer is meditative in nature, using music, readings and silent reflection to focus our prayer. It is an ecumenical form of prayer modeled after the Taizé community in France. Christians of all traditions share in this ecumenical prayer whose purpose is to foster reconciliation and peace among all peoples. If you…
Brewing the Faith
Brewing the Faith is an evening designed to help young adults in their 20s and 30s connect. It’s open to absolutely anyone; grab a beer (first is free), hear a message and meet your neighbor. Brewing the Faith starts at 7:00 pm at Broken Bat Brewing Co. (135 E Pittsburgh Ave). Reach out to Nino Rebholz at nrebholz@ffpmke.org if you have any questions.
Volunteering at Fr. Gene’s Help Center
We 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!
First Friday Anointing
On the first Friday of each month, we are offering the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick following the 12:05 pm Mass at Old St. Mary. This sacrament of healing is for anyone struggling with a chronic illness, the elderly and those facing serious surgical procedures.
Eucharistic Adoration
We invite you to prepare your heart to meet Christ, the Lord of Life, by scheduling some time for quiet prayer in adoration, taking the time to quietly gaze upon the Blessed Sacrament. Eucharistic adoration will be held the first Friday of the month at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist and the third Tuesday of the month at SS Peter and Paul. Adoration will begin at…
Kinship First Saturday Service
Please join us at Kinship Community Food Center for a fruitful time of service and community, as well as conversation with our neighbors! All are welcome, regardless of parish affiliation, so please bring friends and family! To register, please visit https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0949ACA723A1FD0-kinship#/. Questions? Please email Chad Griesel, Pastoral Associate, at…
Baptism Preparation Class
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 once a month on a Sunday morning from 10:00 – 11:15 am at Old St. Mary. Please go to…
Caregivers Support Group
The Caregivers Support Group meets once a month on a Saturday morning from 8:00 – 10:00 am. Caregivers need care too! When we allow others to support us, we will find we can do much more in supporting and encouraging those who are in our care. Please consider joining our Caregivers Support Group and let us help! Please contact Terri Balash, Director of Pastoral…
Engagement Social
All engaged couples are invited to come and enjoy heavy appetizers, beverages, a simple speaker presentation, and time together with other engaged couples. There are three offerings throughout the year, and the first is September 26 at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist. RSVP at tinyurl.com/engagementsocial or email Nino Rebholz at nrebholz@ffpmke.org for more…