Parish bulletin

Our Lady of Guadalupe & St. Patrick's Parishes

Spreading the Gospel on the South Side of Milwaukee

December 2025

Message from Miguel Garcia, Iskali Missionary

What an incredible ride this year has been!

Last year, I felt a strong calling to quit my job just two months before the year ended. I had no idea what God had planned for me, but I stayed obedient. Shortly after, the opportunity to become a missionary for young adults at my parish in partnership with Iskali came to light. Even without any leadership experience in the Church, I took a leap of faith. I trusted that this was God’s will, and the mission began at St. Patrick and Our Lady of Guadalupe.

We started our young adult community on February 4th of this year with just over 10 members from all around the Milwaukee area even from Racine, Burlington, and Brookfield. It quickly became clear that this ministry was deeply needed for Latino young adults on the South Side. Today, we’ve grown to over 25 regular members who come each week for community, friendship, and faith.

I am incredibly proud to share everything this ministry accomplished in less than a year for young adults:

• Three adoration hours

• Social events outside the parish

• Weekly community nights

• Sports nights

• Involvement in parish celebrations and activities

But the impact didn’t stop at our parish.

Our Iskali young adults brought light to the Archdiocese of Milwaukee, helping at retreats and serving our Hispanic community, collaborating with Mexican Fiesta by serving during Mass and leading rosaries throughout the festival, and even being special guests at Brew City Catholic events.

What a year! Truly, the Holy Spirit has worked powerfully through this ministry. I’m proud to say leaders have risen from this community, now serving as Iskali coordinators, catechism teachers, retreat helpers, and young adults ready to serve wherever they’re needed.

As for me, my missionary contract has come to an end. I leave transformed a different man of God. Thank you to both St. Patrick and Our Lady of Guadalupe for the love, the welcome, and the acceptance you have given me.

This is not a goodbye, only a goodbye to the missionary position. Even without the title, I will always be a missionary at heart and ready to serve my parish. I’m excited for the next young adult missionary coming next year, and I know they will do even greater things for our parish. I leave with peace in my heart and excitement for where God will call me next.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you.

And happy holidays!

PARISH LIFE

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A Special Thanks for Our Thanksgiving Meal Give-Away

With heartfelt gratitude, we want to thank Ogden & Company, Inc. for their generosity, which allowed us to share 100 meals with families this Thanksgiving. A special thank you to our beloved confirmation students and young adult volunteers, whose dedication and enthusiasm made it all possible. This event reminded us of the strength of our community and the joy that comes from giving with heart. Thank you to everyone who helped make this event a true success!

Thank you to all of those who volunteered

for the Annual OLG Cleaning!

Thank you for responding to the call and for your support to our Parishes. Without your generosity, it would not have been possible!

Thank You for Your Generosity!

We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated in the Generosity Board Raffle. Your enthusiasm and support made this fundraiser a true blessing for St. Patrick and Our Lady of Guadalupe Parishes.

Thanks to your generosity, we raised a total of $12,824.53 These funds will help cover unexpected expenses during this cold winter and also strengthen the mission and ministries of our faith communities.

We also want to specially thank our prize donors: Mrs. María Mader, Mr. Meredith Neal, Nas Enter Price LLC,El Cabrito restaurat, and Mi Tierra restaurant , for their generosity and support of our parish.

Your support, commitment, and giving spirit inspire us to continue serving with love.