PARISH COMMUNITY & HOSPITALITY
Sharing a communal life is vital for parishioners and those exploring Christian Faith. At Divine Mercy Parish we provide opportunities for parishioners to gather for fellowship and to be a warm and welcoming presence for visitors and guests.
Carefree Years
55 + Group
Location: St. Maria Goretti
Meet: Variable
Carefree Years is a group for men and women who are at least 55-years-old. Social, educational, and recreational activities take place between September and June.
Patricia Frazak
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Council of Catholic Women
18 + Women’s Group
Location: St. Andrew Church
Meet: Tuesday – Weekly
Divine Mercy Parish Council of Catholic Women (CCW) includes all women 18 years of age and older who are members of the Catholic Church. The CCW is very active in parish activities, raising funds for our church and the needs of other groups associated with our parish and the Diocese of Madison.
Sue Barker
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Families with Young Children
Family Group
Location: St. Maria Goretti
Meet: Variable
Join other families with young children for faith and fellowship. This is a great way to meet other parents to form friendships, prayer groups, or play groups.
Avarie Roser
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Julie Watkins
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Garden Club
Church Ministry
Location: St. Andrew
Meet: Quarterly
Join the Garden Club – reach out for more info!
JoAnn Demuth
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Hospitality & Welcome Committee
Church Ministry
Location: St. Maria Goretti
Meet: All Sunday Masses
For more information on how to join the welcoming committee, please reach out to either Melissa Coleman or Matthew Farrelly.
Melissa Coleman & Matthew Farrelly
Parish Life Commission
Events Group
Location: St. Andrew
Meet: 3rd Tuesdays
The purpose of the Parish Life Commission is to help foster fellowship, provide hospitality, and build strong community throughout the parish. Much of this work is done through parish events and gatherings. As a group we share the responsibilities when it comes to organizing, promoting, and staffing events. We are always looking for new members and typically have one planning meeting a month.
Our Events:
- Donut Sundays
- Encounter Night Hospitality
- Couples Night Out
- Lenten Soup Suppers
- Euchre Tournament
- Packer/Chili Potluck Party
- Family Potlucks
- Game Night
Jo Ellen Kilkenny
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Pater Familius
Stay-at-Home Dads Group
Location: St. Maria Goretti
Meet: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays – Monthly
For more information please contact Paul.
Paul Wagner
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Rangers Club
Father & Sons Group
Location: St. Maria Goretti
Meet: Variable
Rangers Club is a Catholic-based group for fathers and sons (grades K-5) that strives to develop moral virtues in young boys through simple talks and fun activities. Fathers will receive practical advice on developing character in their sons. Events include a virtue talk, competitive activity, snacks, and socializing.
Brian Preisler
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Young Adults
20s-30s Group
Location: Variable
Meet: Variable
Divine Mercy Young Adults hosts multiple spiritual, social, and service events for the young adults in the community such as Cor ad Cor (a Holy Hour and social), Third Friday Socials, and more! Sign up here to get a weekly email with upcoming events.
Ivan Cueto
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Young Adults Bible Study Groups:
Join other young adults in their 20s and 30s, whether single or married, for faith formation, social events, and volunteering opportunities.
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- Men’s small group – Sundays at 6:30 p.m. – For more info, email Will
- Men’s small group – Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. – For more info, email (a different) Will
- Men’s small group – Mostly married men in their late 20s/early 30s, 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. – For more info, email Zach
- Women’s small group – Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. – For more info, email Lindsay
- Women’s small group – 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7:15 p.m. – For more info, email Ariel