Parish Updates Community Updates

The Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary will hold a brat fry after Masses at St. Mary and Holy Family on Saturday, October 11-Sunday, October 12. Brats will be available for a freewill donation at the following Masses: 4:00 pm on October 11, and 8:00 am and 10:00 am on October 12 at Holy Family, and 4:00 pm on October 11 and 9:00 am and 11:00 am on October 12 at St. Mary’s.

Holy Family would like to send a care package to your college student! You can let them know their Catholic family is supporting and praying for them while they are at college, participating in a year of service, or other immersive learning experience. Please fill out the form at hffdl.org/college by October 12, 2025 and will send out packages for them to enjoy!

Young adults can enjoy free appetizers, grab a beverage, and connect with others who want to explore their faith in a more meaningful way at Holy Family’s Brewing the Faith Series on Wednesday, October 15. This month’s program is focused on the Catholic Spirituality of the Franciscan Order and how to incorporate it into our lives!

You’re invited to begin the evening with Mass at 6:00 pm at Holy Family and then go across the street to El Patron Mexican Bar & Grill, 306 Fourth Street Way, for the talk at 7:00 pm.

Help save lives when you donate blood at the Holy Family Blood Drive on Wednesday, October 22 from 12:00 to 5:00 pm in Holy Family Hall. All attempting donors age 21 and over will receive a free pint from partnering brewery locations while supplies last. Appointments are highly encouraged. To make an appointment, please visit tinyurl.com/HolyFamilyOct22 or call 1-877-232-4376.

Support Holy Family’s high school students’ trip to the Steubenville Youth Conference in Joliet, Illinois, next June by eating at Culver’s at 969 E. Johnson St. from 5:00 to 8:00 pm on Monday, November 3, 2025. A portion of the sales from that night will benefit the students.

Mark your calendars! Holy Family will Celebrate the Holy Family Gala on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, to celebrate the good work you make possible in their parish! This beautiful night will include cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, a gourmet dinner catered by Chef Jack’s, games, silent auction, live music, and special presentation. Table and seat reservations will open in January.

New Beginnings Pregnancy Care Center is searching for volunteers and paid employees to assist in living out its mission of being a Christ-centered pregnancy care home providing a nurturing environment for pregnant women in crisis situations. If anyone is interested in learning more about signing up, please contact Kelly at (920) 923-1484.
Available positions are:
• Evening Volunteer Shift: 4:30 to 8:00 pm. Duties include sharing a meal with our residents, along with supervision and mentorship of our residents.
• Overnight Volunteer Shift: 8:00 pm to 7:00 am. Duties include supervision and mentorship of our residents. Volunteers may sleep in a private room with a bed and tv provided.
• Weekend Paid Shifts: Available on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays for those seeking part-time employment. Duties include supervision and mentorship of our residents.

The Holy Family Warming Shelter is looking for a part-time Seasonal Associate for the 2025-2026 Shelter season. The Seasonal Associate is responsible ensuring the provision of a safe, welcoming, and supporting environment for individuals experiencing homelessness during the cold winter months with compassion, empathy, dignity, and respect. This role involves assisting in the daily operations of the shelter overnight. To apply, please visit hffdl.org/jobs.

All women are invited to celebrate the beauty of their Catholic faith at the annual Women of Christ Conference on Saturday, November 15, at the Brookfield Conference Center, 325 S. Moorland Road, Brookfield. Under this year’s theme of “Anchored in Hope, you will take part in Adoration and Confession and hear from dynamic speakers. You will also have the opportunity to shop the Christmas market. Tickets are $47 through October 25 and available at womenofchrist.net. Please note that Holy Family will not offer a bus to the conference this year.

The Halloweenie Street Party Presented by Sabel Mechanical is returning to Downtown Fond du Lac, and this year they’re celebrating ON Halloween!

Join the party on Friday, October 31st from 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM. Stroll down Main Street as you enjoy tasty food and beverages from local vendors, awesome music, a costume contest, various activities, lots of fun, and a good cause—the perfect pre-party for the rest of your Halloween festivities.

Tickets are $25 each, or just $20 when you register by October 17th. You must be 21+ to participate. All proceeds benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Fond du Lac County.

Learn more and get tickets at https://www.bbbsfdl.org/halloweenie-street-party-2025/

Tired of cooking? Need a night out? Please help support your local pro life group! The Fond du Lac Chapter of WI Right to Life is hosting a Culver’s Night on October 14 from 5-8 at the East Johnson Street Culvers.

At St. Mary’s Springs Academy, we are committed to educating the whole child — academically, physically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually. This year, every dollar raised through the Catholic Schools Walk will directly benefit our Pupil Services Department, which provides essential support to every SMSA student.

Pupil Services encompasses four vital areas of student life and growth:
Academic – differentiated learning, enrichment, and intervention to ensure every child thrives in the classroom.

Spiritual – opportunities for students to grow in faith through worship, service, and community.

Social Emotional – licensed counselors who guide students in their academic, personal, and career development.

Physical – onsite nursing support for physical, mental, and emotional health needs.

Over the coming weeks, each Walk communication will highlight more detail about these services and how they make an impact on the lives of our students and families. We also warmly invite our SMSA community to join our students on campus, Tuesday and Wednesday, October 14–15, as they walk the track in celebration of Catholic education. A schedule of class walk times will be shared in future communications.

Together, we can support the whole child at SMSA. If you would like to support our Catholic Schools Walk and the work of Pupil Services you may donate by clicking here.

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