Pastoral Care

• Spiritual Growth and Development
• Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)
• Small Christian Communities
• Welcome Ministry
• Southwest Interfaith Program (SWIP)

Small Christian Communities

With a vision toward parish-wide faith-sharing, we foster a network of small groups that build community within our diverse congregation. Groups meet together for faith sharing, bible study, prayer, fellowship and service. Specific needs or interests can be accommodated in these groups. Small communities are made up of people just like you who meet either once a month, or for six weeks during Fall and Lent.

Welcome Ministry

This group of volunteers registers and welcomes new parishioners into our St. Mary Parish community.

After a one-time training, volunteers are needed monthly after one Mass for approximately 30 minutes. If you enjoy meeting new people, please consider participating in this ministry.

Southwest Interfaith Program (SWIP)

This non-profit organization assists adults over the age of 60 who are in need. The mission is to provide services for older adults so they can remain in their homes or apartments as long as possible. Volunteers are needed to provide services such as transportation, visiting homebound individuals, minor home repairs, yard work, snow removal, clerical work, and assisting clients with paperwork. Some SWIP volunteers are retired, while others work full-time, the time commitment varies and is flexible according to your availability.

If you know an older adult who needs assistance, or if you are interested in volunteering, please call the Southwest Interfaith Office at 414-421-3678 or via E-Mail: southwest@interfaithmilw.org.

Volunteer Opportunities

Pastoral Care Ministers

These representatives of the parish who bring compassion and Communion to those who are sick or unable to be with our faith community. They serve individuals who live in their own home, a group home, a nursing home, or to those who are in the hospital.

Persons in this ministry are reliable, good listeners, and able to drive. They are also able to connect with others on a prayerful level. Training is provided individually as needed.

The time commitment varies and can range from once a week, to once a month, to occasionally. The length of the session can be from 20-30 minutes to a few hours. While the time and day is somewhat flexible, most requests are for weekdays (not evenings) and Saturday or Sunday morning. 

Join the many who are part of this service!

Complete the Interest Form