Hannah Dercks

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Thank you, and may God bless you!

Habemus Papam: “We have a pope”! On May 8, 2025, white smoke signified the election of our new pope: Pope Leo XIV.  Please join us and the universal Church in praying for and celebrating the election of our Holy Father!

The Catholic Foundation is saddened by the death of our Holy Father, Pope Francis. As we pray for the repose of his soul, we also remember the impact and blessings he has shared with the Catholic Church over the course of his papacy, as well as the many years he served as a priest, auxiliary bishop, archbishop, and cardinal. The Catholic Foundation invites all people in northeastern Wisconsin and beyond to join us in prayer for the repose of Pope Francis’ soul and for all the souls of the faithful departed.

During this Holy Easter season, we rejoice with the disciples in Christ’s resurrection.  Our risen Lord is our salvation and our renewal.  On behalf of the Catholic Foundation, we wish you a most Happy Easter filled with the joy and peace of our Lord Jesus Christ. In observance of this holiday, our office will be closed April 17-21 in observance of Triduum and Easter. We will return to the office on Tuesday, April 22. We wish you every grace and blessing as we celebrate the Holy Easter season and our renewal in Christ.

St. Pope John Paul II declared, “We are an Easter People.”  We are called to rejoice in Jesus’ sacrifice and deep love for us.  Not only should we rejoice, but also, we should live as Jesus lived: to share the Father’s love and message with everyone we encounter.  Together in faith, we can leave a legacy that shares Jesus with the world. 

Through CRS Rice Bowl, Catholics in the United States are invited to put their faith into action through prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. CRS Rice Bowl Grant Applications are open February 14th – March 29th, 2024. Read more to see how you can put your faith into action today.