Weekly E-bulletin 7.14.24

The Diocese of Madison provided an in-depth update on Phase 2 of the Into the Deep strategic planning initiative. I invite you to visit the Into the Deep website or read the Phase 2 articles from the most recent Catholic Herald.

As for the merger timeline of our pastorate, we are aiming for July 1, 2025. A lot of work has been happening behind the scenes and we will continue to keep you updated as things progress.

Have a blessed week,

Fr. Chad M. Droessler

Registration Reminder
When you turn the age of 18, please register as an adult member. It is easy to register on our website.

Knights of Columbus July Newsletter
Read the recent happenings within Our Lady of the Green Scapular Council here.

Prayer Group
Would you like to join a prayer group to pray for the sick or needy? You would be notified of requests by email. Or do you know of someone in need of prayer? Email [email protected] 

Shrine of Our Lady of the Green Scapular
Green Scapulars have been restocked. Please check the shrine information board in the IHM church narthex. If you'd like to purchase a copy of the book "Our Lady of the Green Scapular" email [email protected] Books are $20 each or 2/$35.

Shrine Votive Candles
Request a candle to be lit for your prayer intention before the Immaculate Heart of Mary, the channel through which our Lord bestows graces and dispenses blessings at pastorate26.com/candles

Revival Spark Series
As part of the National Eucharistic Revival, join thousands of Catholics for 9 days of prayer by signing up for the Spark Series today.

Rosary Rallies for Religious Freedom
CTK outdoor Marian Garden, Thursdays, July 18 - Oct 31, 6-7pm. Bring a chair. Dress appropriately for the weather. More info here, or contact Julie, 715-862-2523.

Tanzanian Night
Benefits St. Benedict Parish, the Sister Parish of Stella Maris Pastorate. July 20, 6:00-8:30pm at CTK. Bring the family and enjoy Tanzanian food, raffles, silent auction, free games and prizes for kids! Information and Raffle Tickets available after Mass on July 13/14. Tanzanian Night Silent Auction: In-Advanced Bidding on July 13 & 14 before and after the CTK Masses; Bidding at the Tanzanian Night on July 20. Questions: contact Julie / 715-862-2523. All details here.

Join us this summer to pray the rosary together as a family. Bring blankets/chairs, fellowship and snacks will follow. 6:30pm on July 17 at CTK, Aug 14 at IHM.

Luke House - July
The churches within our pastorate prepare and serve meals at the Luke House. Food donations and volunteers to serve the food are needed. CTK: July 16 & 29, SP: July 17, IHM: Jul 24

Forming Our Families in Holiness
July 22 from 6-8pm at St. Maria Goretti in Madison – Bring the whole family for a shared meal and presentation from Bishop Hying and Mary Rose and Ryan Verret. Activities will be provided for kids during the presentation. Details here.

Youth Picnic
There is a picnic for all youth who serve the Church (Altar Servers, Filiae Mariae, King's Choir & Teen Adoration Choir) on Aug 10, 11am- 1:30pm at IHM. 

Stella Maris Picnic
At St. Patrick on Aug 25, food and fun for the family! 

Worldwide Marriage Encounter 
Would you like to feel the sparks of love again in your marriage? Sign up to attend one of the upcoming Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends on Aug 3-4 in WI or Sept 6-8 in Geneva, IL. For more info visit here.