The Franciscan Congregation of Divine Mercy is opening its Merciful Heart of Jesus Farm on Saturday, Sept. 19, from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. for those interested in sharing a potluck meal and learning about their programs and life.

The meal will be served at 12 noon. Please bring a dish to share.

Visit the St. Clare Chapel to see the latest progress. Take the opportunity to receive a plenary indulgence by visiting a Franciscan church or chapel during this Year of St. Francis! Join us for a delicious potluck meal, children's games and crafts, and, if the weather permits, pony rides.

** Rain or Shine**

Sacred Heart Parish in Cassel will be hosting a charcoal chicken dinner on Sunday, Sept. 20, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The dinner will include charcoal chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, corn, a dinner roll, dessert, and a choice of beverage (coffee, milk, or water).

In addition to the dinner, there will be a beverage tent from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., live music from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., bingo from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., as well as basket raffles and a 50/50 raffle, with drawings taking place at 3 p.m.

For the kids, there will be ice cream cones, a bouncy house, and face painting.

Come and join us for a day of fun festivities and delicious food!

All proceeds will go toward church enhancements.

A charcoal chicken dinner will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The dinner menu will include: half a charcoal chicken, a baked potato, baked beans, coleslaw, a dinner roll, and dessert. Carry-out options will be available.

Additionally, there will be a bake sale, craft sale, and raffle baskets.

A car show is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Jesus’ first words in His public ministry were “Come andSee.” We invite you to bring your friends, family, co-workers or anyone elsewho wants to explore the meaning of life and the basics of the Christian faithin a friendly, open and informal environment. ALPHA is a series of interactivesessions that will take place on Mondays from 6-8 p.m. from Sept. 21 through Nov. 30 and the weekend of 11/6-7. Dinner is provided each night! The sessions are inthe Parish Hall. To register or for more information, please visit our website www.mmoclacrosse.org/adults or email alpha@mmoclacrosse.org

Creamery Creek Farms is the site of the 45th Annual Rural Life Day Celebration.

Rural Life Day is a wonderful event that brings together several hundred members of the diocese to honor rural life in our communities.

The event will be hosted by two families: the John and Donna Hansen family and the Justin and Louisa Peterson family.

Mass will begin at 10 a.m., followed by special awards to recognize those who support rural life and family farms that have cultivated the earth for over 100 years. The day will also feature the blessing of crops, animals and machinery at Creamery Creek Farms.

We will conclude this celebration with a delicious lunch and there will be a freewill offering to benefit Project Milk.

Please come and enjoy the day!

St. Andrew Parish will host an all-you-can-eat breakfast featuring pancakes, sausage, cranberry sauce, organic syrup, and their secret homemade cranberry syrup.

Breakfast will be served on Friday, Sept. 25, Saturday, Sept. 26 and Sunday, Sept. 27, starting at 6 a.m. and ending at 11 a.m. each day.

Both indoor and outdoor seating will be available.

The cost for the meal is $8 for adults (ages 12 and up), $5 for children ages 6 to 11, and children 5 and under eat for free.

Mass will be offered on Saturday at 6 p.m.

Come out and support Sacred Heart Catholic School during their annual fundraiser at Viroqua Hills Golf Course! Join us on Saturday, Sept. 26, for a shotgun start golf outing at 10 a.m. Teams should consist of four players, with each player paying $100 to participate. To register or for any questions, please call or text Craig Steger at (608) 397-1421, or email him at craig@craigsteger.com.

The Alma Knights of Columbus will host a mini train ride fundraiser on September 26 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

This seven-mile ride will take you into the historic Chippewa Bottoms and back.

During the ride, there will be presentations on the train's history, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), and the Native American tribes in the area, including information on artifacts.

The cost is $40 per person, and there are only 35 seats remaining.

For more information, you can visit cvmca.info/events.

If you have any questions, please contact Bryce Lisowski, Grand Knight, at Almaknights6789@gmail.com or text him at 715-495-0488.

Do you want to be healed?

Do you want freedom from unhelpful patterns of thought or sin you can't seem to break? Do you want to know yourself or others better?

Healing the Whole Person 8-week series provides the framework for understanding and receiving Christ's healing and peace in the heart of the Catholic Church. 

Using videos featuring Dr. Bob Schuchts & Sister Miriam James Heidland presenting John Paul II Healing Center's Healing the Whole Person teachings, each session includes a guided prayer experience and a workbook journaling activity for private reflection and prayer. The 8-week series also includes opportunities to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation and prayer with a prayer ministry team trained by the John Paul II Healing Center.

Wherever you find yourself now is not the end of your story. God is here. God has more for you. This series is time set aside for God to guide you through.

Contact office@abvmviroqua.diolcparish.org.

Do you want to be healed?

Do you want freedom from unhelpful patterns of thought or sin you can't seem to break? Do you want to know yourself or others better?

Healing the Whole Person 8-week series provides the framework for understanding and receiving Christ's healing and peace in the heart of the Catholic Church. 

Using videos featuring Dr. Bob Schuchts & Sister Miriam James Heidland presenting John Paul II Healing Center's Healing the Whole Person teachings, each session includes a guided prayer experience and a workbook journaling activity for private reflection and prayer. The 8-week series also includes opportunities to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation and prayer with a prayer ministry team trained by the John Paul II Healing Center.

Wherever you find yourself now is not the end of your story. God is here. God has more for you. This series is time set aside for God to guide you through.

Contact hwp@bsplacrosse.org.

Do you want to be healed?

Do you want freedom from unhelpful patterns of thought or sin you can't seem to break? Do you want to know yourself or others better?

Healing the Whole Person 8-week series provides the framework for understanding and receiving Christ's healing and peace in the heart of the Catholic Church. 

Using videos featuring Dr. Bob Schuchts & Sister Miriam James Heidland presenting John Paul II Healing Center's Healing the Whole Person teachings, each session includes a guided prayer experience and a workbook journaling activity for private reflection and prayer. The 8-week series also includes opportunities to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation and prayer with a prayer ministry team trained by the John Paul II Healing Center.

Wherever you find yourself now is not the end of your story. God is here. God has more for you. This series is time set aside for God to guide you through.

Contact LAXLoveHeals@gmail.com.

The Mary, Mother of the Church rummage sale will take place on Friday, October 2, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on Saturday, October 3, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. This event will feature a bag sale: $6 per bag on Friday and $3 per bag on Saturday. Please note that some items may be priced separately.

St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish will host its Fall Harvest Chicken Dinner on Sunday, Oct. 4, in the Social Hall.

A 3-piece ambrosia chicken dinner will be served from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Dine-in and carry-out options will be available.

The cost is $14 for adults, $5 for children ages 6-12, and free for children ages 5 and under.

There will also be a basket raffle, a country store and a 50/50 raffle.

The brunch will feature appetizers, soups, entrees and desserts.

There will be basket raffles, door prizes and a 50/25/25 raffle

Advance ticket prices are as follows: adults - $15; at the door - $18; ages 6-12 - $7; at the door - $9; and children 5 and under - free.

Phone Mary at 715.321.3591.

St. Mary Parish will be hosting a delicious pancake breakfast on Sunday, October 11, from 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon.

The menu features pancakes with real maple syrup, eggs, sausage, applesauce, milk, orange juice, and coffee. Carry-out options will be available. Don’t miss our famous pancake topping bar, which includes blueberries, strawberries, chocolate syrup, sprinkles, whipped cream, and peanut butter.

You can also purchase a tasty treat to take home from our bake sale!

This is an all-you-can-eat meal, so come hungry!

Join us for a fun-filled festival! We have an exciting lineup of activities, including a cash raffle, a bake sale, sweet cotton candy, a petting zoo, a photo booth, face painting, pumpkin decorating, fantastic entertainment, kids' games, and so much more!

We’ll be serving both breakfast and lunch at no cost to you.

If you feel inspired to contribute, a free-will offering is always appreciated. Come and have a great time with us!

Join us for our delicious all-you-can-eat breakfast! Our menu features potato pancakes, regular pancakes, sausage, cheese, applesauce, desserts, milk, coffee, and juice.

Pricing:
- Adults: $10
- Children (ages 6-12): $5
- Children (ages 5 and under): Free

In addition to the breakfast, there will be a bake sale and basket raffles. We look forward to seeing you there!

Matching funds provided by the Catholic Order of Foresters.

St. Joseph Parish in Galloway (Wittenberg) is hosting its Fall Breakfast on Sunday, October 11, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the church.

The menu includes scrambled eggs, Nueske's ham and sausage, blueberry French toast bake, regular and potato pancakes, cheesy potatoes, fresh fruit, desserts, and beverages.

Pricing is as follows: adults - $12; ages 6 to 12 - $6; children 5 and under - free.

Additionally, there will be a cash raffle with prizes totaling over $10,000.

St. Matthew Parish will hold a Sunday Mass and Healing Service on Sunday, Oct. 11 at 3:30 p.m. The sacrament of reconciliation will be available from 2 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. Healing service will follow Mass.

It's that time of year again! St. Peter Parish is holding its Annual Sauerkraut Supper on Wednesday, October 14, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

The menu will feature church-made sauerkraut and pork, Polish sausage, mashed potatoes with gravy, glazed carrots and homemade pie.

The cost for the meal is $16 per person. You can enjoy the meal at the church or choose a carry-out option.

Additionally, raw sauerkraut (2.5 lbs) will be available for purchase at $5.

There will be a beverage tent with entertainment, along with a bake sale and raffles. We hope to see you there!

3-day Iconography Workshop in Eau Claire with master iconographer Drazen Dupor

ST. JAMES THE GREATER CATHOLIC SCHOOL
2502 11TH ST, EAU CLAIRE, WI 54703
Friday, Oct. 16: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 17: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 18: 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Join us as we delve into this sacred tradition as we paint an 11x15 inch icon of The Good Shepherd using acrylic paints. No prior experience necessary—our expert iconographer, Drazen Dupor, will provide clear, step-by-step guidance throughout.

Taught in the Byzantine style, this hands-on painting workshop is designed for adults and teens (ages 12 and older) eager to explore the depths of Christian artistry. By the workshop's end, each participant will proudly possess a beautifully finished icon
ready for display, imbued with both skill and spiritual significance.

Unlock your creativity and connect with centuries of tradition—reserve your place today!

About Drazen Dupor

Drazen Dupor is an artist and iconographer, specializing in Byzantine iconography.
Born in Croatia, Drazen studied the art of icon painting in Thessalonica, Greece, at the K.N. Georgiadis School of Art. Since moving to the U.S. in 2003, Drazen has taught icon painting lessons in his studio, and he frequently presents workshops for retreats,
churches, and community groups.

He accepts commissions for small and large icons, and he has painted large murals
in numerous churches in the U.S. Drazen and his wife, Nives, live in Middleton, Wis.

$270 per student, payable at the door.
Covers teaching and supplies.
Pack a lunch — meals will not be provided.

Registration required. To register, visit https://osvhub.com/parish-st-james-the-greater/forms/icon-workshop or email anne@stjameseauclaire.org.

Join us for the annual celebration in which the faithful honor Catholic healthcare professionals.

6 p.m. Mass celebrated by Bishop Gerard Battersby
7 p.m. Banquet
7:45 p.m. Keynote address: Father Justin Kizewski, "The Art of Dying Well: The Spiritual Perspective."

Registration information coming soon.

St. Paul Church, 603 4th St., Mosinee, WI Contact: Father Al Slowiak Email: fraljs@eastsideparishes.org Phone: 715-842-4283 Cost: $100 per couple.