Ignatian Spirituality Fair

Sunday October 9 after both morning Masses, all are invited to the gathering space in the lower church to “kringle and mingle” and check out the offerings from various groups living out the charism of St. Ignatius. The groups will include the Jesuit Retreat House at Oshkosh, Bellarmine Retreat House in Barrington, Ignatian Volunteer Corps, Christian Life Communities, Ignatian Associates, and perhaps a couple more.

Go, set the world afire!

Gesu parish is seeking to foster a young adult Catholic community that is rooted in Ignatianspirituality, adoration, and faith-sharing. We envision a space where young adult parishioners, neighboring Marquette students, and others seeking a parish community can gather informally in faith. First gathering is Sunday, October 9, immediately following the 6 pm Mass. Ite inflammate omnia is organized and presented by the intern program of Gesu Parish

Fall 2022 Faith Forum Series

As part of the National Eucharistic Revival, Gesu parish is sponsoring a Faith Forum series titled, “Exploring the History and Meaning of the Eucharist.” On select Sundays this fall from 9:15-10:15 am, come to the Lower Church and learn more about the centrality of the Eucharist to our lives. Learn more.

As you know, the Archdiocese of Milwaukee is conducting a capital campaign, “Love One Another.” In past parish updates, I mentioned that Gesu is in the “first wave” of parishes involved. Indeed, during the last several months, we have participated in meetings with the Archdiocese and its consulting firm. We also identified a case or project for our parish, i.e., replacement of flooring and pews in the upper church.

In conversations with the Archdiocese, we learned that Gesu is not obligated to participate in the “Love One Another” campaign. The reason is that our governing structure is different from the typical parish of the Archdiocese. Nonetheless, Gesu will make a significant financial contribution to the campaign. We also encourage you to contribute, as you see fit.

This new scenario, however, allows us to envision a capital campaign of our own in which 100% of donations will go to the parish. The project of replacing the flooring and pews in the upper church remains the same. Depending on the funds raised, we may be able to make additional renovations, as well.

In the coming weeks and months, Gesu will communicate more details concerning the campaign. The success of the campaign will help sustain our remarkable worship space for generations to come.

Thank you for your ongoing support of the parish!

Fr. Jim Flaherty, SJ
Past Pastor