A new session will be offered on Wednesday evenings, at St. John Neumann Catholic Church in Neumann Hall. Meetings will begin on May 1, 2024 through July 31, 2024, starting at 6pm and ending by 9pm.

There is no need to pre-register. The May 1st session will be introductions and registration forms. If you have questions regarding the program, email Janet at jyahnke@ccwauk.org.

What is GriefShare? 
GriefShare is a support group program for people who are grieving the loss of a loved one. Whether you’ve experienced the loss of a spouse, parent, child (infant, young child, teen, adult, unborn), friend, sibling, coworker, or other relative. Whether the loss is very fresh or a few years old.

It is based on a 13-week video curriculum that covers various aspects of grief and healing. It is a Christ-centered program that points to Christ as the ultimate source of healing. GriefShare groups meet weekly and provide a friendly, caring, and safe environment where people can share their emotions and experiences. 

Each week participants will view a 30-minute video on a grief-related topic, featuring valuable insights from counselors, pastors, and others who’ve lost a loved one. Then your group will discuss the video and how it applies to your lives. You’ll also receive a book with helpful tips and exercises for personal support throughout the week. 

GriefShare groups last 13 weeks, and you can begin attending at any time. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend the full 13-week group more than once. People have said they find new tips and guidance each time, as they are dealing with new seasons of grieving. 

No one is required to talk or share. People usually find that it helps to express their concerns, ask questions, and share their stories, but you are welcome to come and simply listen to others’ experiences and the expert advice from the videos. 

May 2 – May 4, 2024
St. William Gym

Sale Dates:
Thursday, May 2, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (full price day)
Friday, May 3, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (half price day)
Saturday, May 4, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00pm ($5 fill a paper grocery bag, $5 fill a plastic garbage bag (clothes only); bags are provided)

Click here for volunteer opportunities.

Accepted Donations:
jewelry (a best seller), clothes, purses and shoes, infant / baby clothes & all baby items (a best seller), books (hardcover & paperback) & albums, knick-knacks, collectibles, antiques, sports memorabilia, pictures, art work & baskets, toys, dolls, stuffed animals, sports equipment, kitchenware, housewares, small appliances, linens, blankets, tablecloths, window dressings, toiletries & unused makeup, candles & candle holders, home decorations, DVDs, CDs, radios & other electronics, tools or any clean, usable items are appreciated

Due to space constraints, we cannot accept furniture, televisions, Christmas trees, or large appliances.

Any baked goods or meals are always greatly appreciated by our busy and hardworking volunteers. Thank you to those who have provided meals & treats in the past!

Questions? Call Louise at 262-751-5995.

5:00pm-8:30pm
May 8
St. Mary Community Room

All men are invited to join the Men of Faith group for a community cookout. They will gather together to share a meal, pray, and meet new people in the community.

6:30pm-8:30pm
May 16
St. John Neumann, Welcome Room

&/or

11am-1:00pm
Saturday, May 18
St. William, Glass Lobby Conference Room

Embarking on the road to creating your dream family, women often don't anticipate the hurdles that may lie ahead. However, when faced with the stark reality that achieving a baby might be more difficult than imagined, it can feel like a punch to the gut. Pouring heart and soul into manifesting that dream, because all you ever envisioned was being a mom, the journey's end can leave you at a crossroads. Now that the path to parenthood has taken an unexpected turn, questions arise: What do you do now? Who are you if not a mom? In this workshop, I invite you to join me on this deeply personal and transformative exploration. Together, we'll navigate the emotions, uncertainties, and opportunities that accompany embracing a childless life. Through candid conversations, heartfelt reflections, and a supportive community, we'll delve into the layers of identity, reclaiming the essence of who you are beyond the role of a parent. Guided by facilitation and surrounded by understanding peers, you'll have the space to honor your journey, grieve losses, and unearth the dormant passions and aspirations that may have been overshadowed by the pursuit of motherhood. We'll explore strategies for self-care, resilience, and self-discovery, empowering you to redefine your path and embrace a life filled with purpose and possibility. Whether you're just beginning to navigate life after fertility treatments or seeking deeper understanding and healing along the way, this workshop, with Christel Hutter, Infertility Empowerment Transition Coach, offers a compassionate and empowering space to uncover the beauty and strength inherent in embracing your authentic self while embracing a childless life.

Come Holy Spirit come, and renew the face of the Earth!

Friday, May 17 at 8pm to Saturday, May 18 at 7:30am
St. William

Choose the best time that works for you! Join us for an hour, 10 minutes, or more.

You can pray the Rosary with Fr. Matthew, have Reconciliation, and Adoration in silence. There will be a Holy Hour for Families, Holy Hour for Our Nation, and a Holy Hour for Our Priest, and a Benediction with the Blessed Sacrament. We will also say the Divine Mercy Chaplet.

Deacon Denny Jacob will be ordained to the priesthood on Saturday, May 18. He will celebrate his First Mass/Mass of Thanksgiving at St. William Church on Sunday, May 19 at 2pm. A reception will follow in the Parish Hall featuring hot and cold appetizers.

We invite you to join the future Rev. Denny Jacob for his First Mass and celebration. No reservation is needed for the Mass, but we ask you to RSVP for the reception by phone to 262-922-9285 or by email to communication@ccwauk.org. Please let us know the number of adults and children so that we may plan accordingly. Please RSVP for the reception no later than Sunday, May 5. 

9:00am-2:00pm
May 22
St. John Neumann

Appointments are encouraged, and walk-ins are also welcome (as space allows).

Want to double your impact? Ask about dual reds! Eligibility questions? Call 877-232-4376.

Register by contacting Janet Yahnke at jyahnke@ccwauk.org or 262-922-9285 ext. 2401, or Judy at judymmitchell@earthlink.net to register.

May 31
7:00am-5:30pm

Please join us on our annual Pilgrimage to Our Lady of Champion Wi , the only verified Apparition of Our Lady, in the United States. Our day will include: History talk, Rosary, Mass with Father Matthew and Father Pat, lunch - in a room or if nice outside on picnic tables, after lunch visit grounds on your own. There will be a continental breakfast before departure, snacks and water on the bus. We will be travelling on a Coach bus (with bathroom).

Leaving St. John Neumann at 7:00am, departing Champion at 3:00pm.

Cost: $50.00 per person. Please make checks out to St. William with memo line clearly marked Our Lady of Champion trip. Checks can be dropped off with Mary Thiel at St. Mary Parish Office, put in the weekly offertory (clearly marked in the memo line), or pay the day of.

Please RSVP with Mary Thiel (262-922-9285 x-2000). She will need information from you, and will have lunch options available for you when you call. Please sign up by May 9th.

Thank You and please come and enjoy a wonderful experience with Our Blessed Mother.

Join Fr. on an overnight pilgrimage to the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in La Crosse, Wisconsin on July 9 & 10.

July 9 - leave St. John Neumann at 7:00 am and travel to La Crosse by motorcoach
10:00am – 4:00pm - Pilgrimage at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe (lunch included), There will be time for prayer, Rosary, confession, Mass, adoration, and meditation. Enjoy the Shrine Church, as well as outdoor devotional areas and garden.

Overnight at the Fairfield Inn & Suites in La Crosse -dinner on your own, free time in the evening

July 10 - Breakfast is included at the hotel 11:00am – 12:30pm – La Crosse Queen River Cruise
Lunch in La Crosse – one hour for lunch on your own
Return to St. John Neumann around 4:30pm- 5:00 pm.

Per person / Double occupancy hotel room $225.00 (king or 2 queen beds)

Please have your roommate selected at time of booking

Make check out to St. William, and return the signup sheet and payment to Janet Yahnke.

View the registration form here.