Fr. Karl's Monthly Newsletter

September 1, 2009

Dear Friends:

As I am writing it’s 42 degrees out there. Where did that summer go? I hope it’s not gone and we’ll still have some great warm September weather to ripen my tomatoes.

Fr. Robert Koti from Liberia was with us at all masses this past weekend and preached about our sister parish and the missions in his home country. We have included a donation envelope in this mailing in case you did not receive one last weekend at mass. Envelopes may be returned in the Sunday collection baskets or dropped off at the parish office.

Religious Education: Registration forms were mailed in the first week of August for our GIFT PROGRAM. If you did not receive a registration form you may pick one up in the Gathering Area of the church or call Jan Grosschadl 414-453-0300. This program is open to parishioners of all ages (children and adults). The theme of this year’s studies is “The Bible”.  Second graders will have added instructions for Reconciliation and First Communion. High School Juniors will prepare for Confirmation. Now is the time to see that all are registered.

Thanks to all who have contributed to the “Faith In Our Future” campaign. To date parishioners have pledged approximately $250,000 for the three year program. If you still have your pledge form at home, please return it to the parish office. Additional forms are available at the parish office and in the church gathering area.

Fish Fries: Our first fall fish fry will be on Friday, September 11. Other dates are Oct. 9, Nov. 6, and Dec. 4. Put them on your calendar.

“Where do my stewardship contributions go?” - - - - Check out the enclosed  2009-10 Budget and thanks for making these ministries possible.

Fr. Karl