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Join us for our next Women of Faith event! Our theme for this fall is "Receiving the Gift of Motherhood in Unexpected Ways." All women are called by God to motherhood. We will explore the surprising ways that we sometimes receive this gift, as well as the beautiful gift of spiritual motherhood available to every woman.

Looking for a way to deepen your faith this summer while connecting with other women of the parish? Join us for a six-week Women's Summer Book Club as we read and discuss This Present Paradise: A Spiritual Journey with St. Elizabeth of the Trinity by Claire Dwyer.

Discipleship Small Groups are open to teens and adults looking to grow in faith alongside others. Gather each week for friendship, honest conversation, good food, and encouragement as you follow Jesus together. Registration is now open for Fall.

Most Blessed Sacrament is offering a series of workshops on skills and practices for Evangelization. If you are interested in learning more about how to share Jesus with friends, coworkers, or even the folks you meet in daily life, sign up here!

In the new year, MBS will be offering a small group discernment opportunity for spiritual gifts called charisms. Learn more and sign up today.

SOLD OUT! Join women from Oshkosh as we travel to the Women of Christ Conference together in Brookfield on Saturday, November 15. Bus leaves from St. Raphael at 6:45 am and returns around 7 pm.

Meets every other Tuesday from September 10th through November 19th from 6:30-8pm in Aquinas Hall. Sign up here or call the parish office at (920) 231-9782.

Join a small group this Fall to explore the unique spiritual gifts (charisms) God has given you through prayer, reflection, and community. Meets twice a month, September–December. Space is limited—RSVP by September 5.

Going to Confession can be scary, especially if you have not been for a long time, but over time not going can make you feel trapped or burdened. Restored is an option for anyone who needs some help to be comfortable coming to the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

A four-part series of events for Most Blessed Sacraments volunteer ministers to strengthen their spiritual lives for healthier ministry in the parish, featuring adoration, guest speakers, small group discussions, and refreshments.

The Catholic Faith Explained is a monthly opportunity to help all people to better understand the Catholic faith and the traditions of the Catholic Church, and allow you time with parish leadership to ask faith questions in a relaxed open-conversation format, and receive spiritual support.

New Session Begins September 10! Are you looking to improve your relationships? Be a better coworker, a more loving husband and father, or a deepen your connection with God? Men who answered yes to those questions have high praise for our city-wide That Man is You program. Wednesday mornings from 5:20 - 6:50AM at Father Carr's Place2B

Following Christ in the Footsteps of Francis of Assisi. Secular Franciscans have a reverence for Creation. We respect all creatures, encourage a simple lifestyle, and have concern for environmental issues.

First and Third Tuesdays of the month through July - begins May 7. Join us for a course on how to use the defense of our faith to effectively to share Jesus with others and become more confident ourselves. It will focus on special content to connect practical answers to common questions with a focus on sharing the Gospel.

Small groups are a great chance for developing strong friendships and partners in discipleship, having accountability to your Lenten promises, and growing in your spiritual life. Learn about this year's Lenten Small Groups - forming now!

The Missionary Leadership Institute is designed to serve the needs of a wide variety of parish leaders who seek to: - Discern their vocation: their particular call to holiness - Be formed as leaders to evangelize and disciple others - Receive the tools to foster a culture of missionary disciple - Serve more effectively as lay ecclesial ministers (parish staff)

Looking for an informative and interesting way to learn more about the Bible? Deacon Rick Hocking recommends "The Bible in a Year" podcast with Fr. Mike Schmitz.

The Special Religious Education Voice program is committed to bring the Good News of Christ to all people, especially to persons with disabilities. Instruction is geared to 6th grade to adult learners with emphasis on student participation.

An evening of prayer to help men and women discern God's will for their lives. We would love for you to join us at St. Mary the first Friday of each month to pray and intercede for vocations!