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 #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.

International Combined Collection

On the weekend of October 17-18, 2026, our parish will join Catholics across the Diocese of Madison to support the International Combined Collection. Donation envelopes and informational brochures will be provided in the back of church that weekend.

Through one act of generosity to the International Combined Collection, you can support the Church’s mission throughout the world, from evangelization efforts in Africa, to providing humanitarian aid and disaster relief, the impact of your gift reaches the most remote places of the world, where help may be scarce.

Saints Retreat with Fr. Ryan

Saints Retreat: “Friends in High Places”

When: Friday, Octcber 30 – Sunday, November 1, 2026
Where: Durward’s Glen (W11876 McLeisch Rd, Baraboo)

Deepen your longing for holiness and get to know your heavenly friends! Led by Fr. Ryan Ruhle, this weekend features Mass, Adoration, Confession, silent prayer, a Sunday pilgrimage to the National Shrine of St. Philomena, and time to connect with fellow retreatants.

Regiester by October 14.

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.

Blood Drive

Give the Gift of Life: Blood Drive at Divine Mercy Parish

The event takes place on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at St. Maria Goretti’s Parish Hall.

While appointments are highly appreciated to help manage flow, walk-ins will gladly be accepted on the day of the event.

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.