RESPECT LIFE COLLECTION

The Diocese of Madison upholds the sacred dignity of every human life, from conception to natural death. On October 3-4, 2026, the Respect Life Collection will be taken up. Please take time in prayer to consider how you can contribute.

PARISH LIFE COMMISSION

Packer Chili Party

Join us on Sunday, October 4, in the St. Andrew Church Center to watch the Green Bay Packers take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on the big screen! Kick-off is at 12:00 p.m., and all ages are welcome.

• Food & Drink: Drinks are provided! Please bring your favorite chili creation or a side dish to share.
• Activities: We’ll have card and board games set up alongside the game-day broadcast.

YOUTH MINISTRY

Join Us for the Walk of Saints!

All parishioners are warmly invited to explore the Walk of Saints, an inspiring multi-room display created by our Confirmation (C27) Year 2 students.

Event Details: 

• Week #1: Sunday, October 4 | St. Andrew Parish Center (Rooms 1 & 3)
• Week #2: Sunday, October 11 | St. Andrew Parish Center (Rooms 2, 4, & 6)

View the displays after the 9:30 a.m. Mass. We look forward to seeing you there!

ST. WILLIAM EVENT

Celebrate Autumn at Apple Cider Sunday!

Join us for a sweet fall tradition! Saint William Church in Paoli invites everyone to Apple Cider Sunday on October 11, immediately following the 7:30 a.m. Mass. Come enjoy fresh apple cider and delicious donuts with fellow parishioners and neighbors.

PARISH BREAKFAST + MASS & MORE

Parish Monthly Potluck Breakfast

The monthly parish breakfasts are back! The next will take place on Wednesday, October 14, following the 8:30 am Mass at St. Andrew. All are invited to the breakfast held at St. Andrew Parish Center. Food donations to the breakfast are welcome but not necessary. Contact Patricia Frazak with any questions at 608-332-5672. No reservations are necessary.

CAREFREE YEARS

Carefree Years Brunch (Ages 55+)

Members of the Carefree Years group (ages 55 and older) are invited to join us for brunch on Wednesday, October 21, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Copper Top Restaurant (5401 Schroeder Rd, Madison, WI 53711).

RSVP by Friday, October 9 to Patricia Frazak:

• Phone: 608-332-5672
• Email: tomfrazak@att.net

SMG St. Vincent de Paul Conference

Annual Blanket Bee 
Saturday, October 24 | 9:00–11:30 a.m.

Mark your calendars for our Annual Blanket Bee! Join us for a wonderful morning of community service as we tie blankets for those in need.

How You Can Help: Our fleece material costs roughly $1,800 to purchase. Please consider making a $20 donation to cover the cost of a blanket, whether or not you are able to attend in person.

SMG KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

Family Halloween Movie Night 
Thursday, October 29 | 6:00 p.m.

Join the St. Maria Goretti Knights of Columbus on Thursday, October 29 in the SMG Church Hall for a fun Family Halloween Movie Night! Light snacks and popcorn will be served starting at 6:00 p.m., followed by two feature short films:

• 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. – Francis: Knight of Assisi
• 6:45 – 7:15 p.m. – Toy Story of Terror

For more information, contact smgknights@divinemercymadison.org.

MUSIC MINISTRY

Do You Sing or Play an Instrument?
We are looking for motivated cantors, singers, organists, and instrumentalists to join our music ministry. We welcome both experienced musicians and those with a good musical ear who are willing to commit. Please contact Marco Di Lenola, Director of Sacred Music, at marco.dilenola@divinemercymadison.org.