Parish News
Family Formation: Wednesday, April 30th marked the last meeting of the year for our Family Formation program. We celebrated our families, friends, and faith with ice cream treats! Thank you to our Classroom Catechists and Staff: Marissa German, Theresa Bell, Jill Patchin, Nadia Banaszynski, Ellie Peabody, Laura Johnson, Sam Leedy, Brooke Oswald, Andy Bergquist, Shyla Matthews, Nora Zimmel, Brittany Martin, Lizzy Gruenloh, and JoAnn Vruwink. And our appreciation to Fr. Dan for guiding our parents each Wednesday evening!
Newman Parish Job Opening: Newman Parish Eau Claire is currently hiring for a part-time parish accountant position. If you are interested in the full job description or applying please check the parish homepage www.newmanec.com or email Fr. Dan Oudenhoven at fr.dan@newmanec.com
Sunday 6 pm Evening Mass: The last 6 pm Sunday evening Mass of the academic year will be Sunday May 11. The Sunday evening Mass will resume in September.
May 10 Confirmation Mass: Eight students from Newman Parish will receive the Sacrament of Confirmation at St. Olaf Church: Lila Bauer, Logan Dunbar, Emma Hoepner, Alyssa Kemp, Keegan Luedtke, Clara Noe, Jake Rubenzer, and Ben Strope. Thank you for your prayers for them as the Holy Spirit guides them on their faith journey! Thank you to our catechists JoAnn Vruwink and Ken Ripp!
Diocese of La Crosse Statement on the Passing of Pope Francis: Today, with hearts both heavy and grateful, we join Catholics around the world in mourning the passing of His Holiness, Pope Francis. Pope Francis offered the Church—and the world—a profound witness of humility, joy and mercy. From the moment he stepped onto the balcony of Saint Peter’s Basilica in 2013, he invited us not only to believe in God’s closeness, but to embody it: to accompany the poor, to care for creation, to encounter others without fear and to walk as a Church that listens. His papacy will be remembered for its pastoral heart and unwavering call to go to the margins. As we entrust his soul to the mercy of God, we ask all the faithful to join us in prayer—not only for Pope Francis, but for the entire Body of Christ. We pray for the Cardinals who will soon gather in Rome, that they may listen attentively to the promptings of the Holy Spirit in selecting our next Holy Father. We pray for the Universal Church—both those seen and unseen—and especially the many faithful around the world whose voices may never enter a conclave, but whose quiet fidelity, courageous love and patient hope are the fabric of our Faith. And we pray for one another: that in this time of transition, we may be united in Christ, open to the Spirit and renewed in our call to live the Gospel boldly. Pope Francis reminded us, “The God of mercy does not tire of forgiving. We are the ones who tire in asking for forgiveness.” Today we turn once more in prayer to the God of mercy, confident that Pope Francis now sees the face of the One he served so faithfully. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace.
Religious Education: Please keep Owen Bloom, Genevieve Furlano, Camden Nelson, and Charlie Verbracken in your prayers as they prepare for their First Holy Communion on Sunday, May 4 at the 11:30 am Mass. Lila Bauer, Logan Dunbar, Emma Hoepner, Alyssa Kemp, Keegan Luedtke, Clara Noe, Jacob Rubenzer, and Benjamin Strope will receive the Sacrament of Confirmation on Saturday, May 10 at St. Olaf parish. Please keep them in your prayers as well.
Graduate Blessing: All Spring 2025 UWEC and CTCT graduates are invited to a special graduate blessing Sunday, May 11 at the 11:30 am Mass.​
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Volunteer Opportunity:
We are currently looking for volunteers to join one of our Community Table Teams! The Community Table is a local organization that prepares and serves meals for those in need in our community. Newman sponsors 5 teams who each volunteer three times in a calendar year. It's a great way to serve God and neighbor while also getting to know other Newman Parish members. Teams serve one either Tuesdays or Fridays. If you're interested in learning more or in joining a team please contact Savannah: siegler@newmanec.com​
Hospital/Homebound/Nursing Home Visit and/or Anointing of the Sick
If you desire the sacrament of anointing and/or a homebound/hospital/nursing home visit, please contact Fr. Dan Oudenhoven(fr.dan@newmanec.com or 715-834-3399) and he will work out an arrangement with you to make it possible.​​