St. Mary’s Prayer List
Please pray for Roxann Walsh, Marlene McGowan, Lizzy Mitchell, the Quinlan Family, those who are sick, unemployed, in need, and all families who are suffering in any way; from illness, cancer, uncertainty, & anxieties; Families & Friends, please pray the rosary. *If you or someone you know would like to be included on the prayer list please notify us at bulletin@stmlys.diolcparish.org*
Congratulations!
to Rochelle and Jim Crowley who welcomed their daughter Lily into the world on New Years Day!
Reminder
there is a Parish General Meeting next Sunday, January 11th at 6:30pm. All committee members and all parishioners are warmly invited and encouraged to attend. During the meeting, each committee will present its report for the year 2025, including financial report as well as updates on the church restoration and painting projects.
Mauston Community Sharing Pantry
serves people in the Mauston school district. It is open for food distribution on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:30-11:00. St. Mary’s Parish has joined as a church partner.
Thank you Gary Picha!
Thank you to Gary Picha for sponsoring our 2026 parish calendar. Calendars are now available in the vestibule.
Food Pantry Donations
Thank you to all those who have donated items for our Food Pantry. Total donations from our parish in 2025 were: Advent Reverse Collection – 244 lbs, December 1st to 23rd – 133 lbs. November (including Thanksgiving) – 198 lbs, Monetary donations including the matched donation by the Bank of Mauston – $2,250.00. Total Food donations for 2025 – 575 lbs! Thank you to everyone who helped!
Help Wanted
St Mary’s Parish Office is currently looking for a volunteer for some part-time help during the week starting in January. We are looking for someone to assist with being in the office for half a day or more depending on availability. Duties would include answering the phone, retrieving the mail and greeting parishioners who come in during office hours. This will be a seasonal position and is expected to end in early spring. If interested, contact the parish office at 608-666-2421.
The CCD Students had their annual Christmas Gathering this week, with laughter, games, presents and lots of good food had by all!
RCIA Classes
Do you know anyone interested in becoming a Catholic and joining the Church? For upcoming RCIA classes please contact Deacon Tom deacontomhale@gmail.com or the Parish Office 608-666-2421.
Updates on the current 2025-2027 Parish Painting Restoration Project, as well as past restoration projects.
