Parish News
Thanksgiving Mass will be Wednesday, November 26 at 6:30 pm. There will be a light reception afterwards. All are welcome.
Family Promise Gift Project: For the past 14 years, University Lutheran Church and Newman Parish have partnered with the Family Promise of the Chippewa Valley/Beacon House to distribute donated new Christmas toys and gifts to families who are unhoused and low-income families in the Chippewa Valley. Parents/Guardians will 'shop' for the toys and gifts for their kids on three dates in December.
There is a box available at the ERC until December 7 for donations of toys. There is also a sign by the box with QR codes to volunteer, make an online donation, or purchase from an Amazon wishlist. Your help and donations are appreciated! This is a great community event and brings joy to many families during the Christmas season!
Reflections for Advent: This Advent the parish purchased copies of Waiting Well: Advent with Fr. Mike Schmitz and Waiting in Joyful Hope with Mary DeTurris Poust. Please choose one of them to use this Advent season to prepare for the celebration of Christmas.
Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
December 8 is the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary and a holy day of obligation. The Blessed Mother under this title is the patroness of the United States of America. We will have Mass at 12:05 pm and 5:30 pm on Monday, December 8th.
Advent Eau Claire Deanery Penance Services:
In addition to the normal times for the sacrament of confession here at Newman, there will be a number of deanery Advent Penance Services. The Eau Claire priests will be present at these services to celebrate the sacrament of reconciliation. This sacrament is an important part of our spiritual preparation for the celebration of Christmas.
Thursday, December 4, 6:30 pm St. James the Greater Church
Tuesday, December 9, 6:30 pm Immaculate Conception Church
Thursday, December 11, 6:30 pm St. Olaf Church
Tuesday, December 16, 6:30 pm Sacred Heart Church
An Adult Christ at Christmas - A look at The Infancy Narratives in Matthew and Luke
Christmas isn’t only for children. You are invited to look more closely at the Scripture passages of the “Infancy Narratives” in Matthew 2:1-23 and Luke 2:1-40 to see how they can speak to us as adults and are the “Gospel” in miniature. Our Advent Mission will be led by Bruce Kaatz. Gather at Newman on the first three Tuesday evenings in December (2, 9, and 16) at 7:00pm for an opportunity dig into the Christmas story and to learn and share with fellow parishioners on our Advent journey to better know Jesus the Christ. No book is required – bring your bibles. This hectic time of year, come to any or all sessions. All are welcome!
Diocesan Annual Appeal (DAA)
This year’s theme “Fueling Missions of Hope” reminds us that we are part of something greater than ourselves – the mission of the Church to bring the hope of Christ to a world in need. The “Fueling Missions of Hope” Annual Appeal is our collective effort – a way to strengthen the Church, help others, and share the Gospel through words and actions.
Newman Parish’s part of the 2025-2026 Diocesan Annual Appeal is $54,770. The parish does have to pay this amount, so please see your gift as supporting Newman and the Diocese of La Crosse.
You should be receiving a mailing from the Diocese of La Crosse with a message from our Bishop, more information, and a pledge card very soon. If you don’t receive it, please contact Fr. Dan. Thank you for your support of the Diocesan Annual Appeal!
SEEK2026: SEEK is a five-day experience where thousands of Catholics come together to encounter Christ through prayer, Adoration, the sacraments, and inspiring speakers. It's a chance to focus on what matters most, grow in authentic community, and be transformed in your faith. SEEK 2026 invites you To The Heights January 1-5, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio. If you're interested in learning more about how you can join the FOCUS missionaries and 30+ UWEC college students contact any of the FOCUS missionaries or visit seek.focus.org
Free College Student Dinner!
Monday, December 1 from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm Newman parish members will serve a delicious home cooked meal for UWEC and CVTC students here at the ERC in the lower level. It's a great chance to get some home cooked food, meet parish members, and enjoy a meal with other college students. All college students are welcome!
Mass & Healing Service | Dec 5 | Mar 13 and June 19, 2026
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church (1712 Highland Ave, Eau Claire, WI) will be hosting Mass and a healing service on Friday, December 5 and two more in 2026 (March 13 and June 19). Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will begin at 4:30 PM, Mass at 5:30 PM, and Healing Service begins following Mass. The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available throughout the evening. Do you have a need for healing - spiritual, physical, psychological, or emotional? Our clergy and prayer teams will pray over those who desire it. Exorcised and blessed oil, salt, and water are used.
Father Tom from St James is hosting a pilgrimage to Portugal and western Spain from April 21 to April 30, 2026, including Fatima, Santiago de Compostela, Avila, and Madrid, among many other places. An organizational meeting will be at St James' gathering space, Saturday, November 22 at 11:00. You can contact: from@stjameseauclaire.org 715.835.5887.
UWEC and CVTC Graduates
If you are graduating this December, we want to recognize you and give you a blessing as you go forth from campus. Please plan to join us for the 11:30 am Mass on Sunday, December 14.
RECEPTIONIST POSITION
Sacred Heart of Jesus-St Patrick Parish is seeking a motivated and organized Receptionist to work 16 hours per week (Monday-Tuesday). This position includes performing light administrative duties with the opportunity for more hours while covering for vacations and personal leave. Pay based upon experience.
Please contact Sharon at 715-832-0925 for more information or submit your resume and cover letter to sharon@shspec.org
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.