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Newsletter Archive Index

2008 Newsletters
    Lent/Easter

2007 Newsletters
    Lent/Easter, Summer, Fall, Advent/Christmas

2006 Newsletters
    Lent/Easter, Summer, Fall, Advent/Christmas

2005 Newsletters
    Lent/Easter, Summer, Fall, Advent/Christmas

2004 Newsletters
    Lent/Easter, Summer, Fall, Advent/Christmas

2003 Newsletters
    Lent, Easter, Summer, Fall, Advent/Christmas

2002 Newsletters
    Lent/Easter, Early Summer, Late Summer, Fall, Advent/Christmas

2001 Newsletters
    Lent, Easter, Early Summer, Late Summer, Fall, Advent/Christmas

2000 Newsletters
    Lent, Easter, Early Summer, Late Summer, Fall, Advent/Christmas

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Newsletter Archives

2008 Newsletters

Lent/Easter 2008

Children’s Book Author Inspires Young SFB Writers
Asking Ourselves the Stewardship Question
Be Proud of Successes in Child Ministry
Discernment to Guide Selection of Parish Council, School Committee Members
Youth Ministry – Called to Serve
Outreach Opportunities
Building Project at a Glance

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2007 Newsletters

Advent/Christmas 2007

Parishioners challenged to accelerate or initiate giving
Chris Crom: New Director of Child Ministry
Stewardship: The Right Order of Things
Ugandans’ Visit Widened Twinning Awareness
Ministries Fair was Awesome
Prayer Vigil Held to Change Hearts and Minds
SFB Students Dare to Dream and Make an Impact
Outreach Opportunities

Fall 2007

Construction Manager Hired
Discernment Process Worked Well
Vacation Bible School Was Exciting
Uganda – Mukono Visitors Coming in September
Festival Was a Great Time
Welcome New Office Staff: Teri Schnuck and Darryl Draeger
Remembering Mike Senglaub
Outreach Opportunities
Youth Ministry: Working Boys’ Center in Ecuador, South Dakota Work Camp, and Reach Out Reach In
Adult Formation – Sacrament Preparation

Summer 2007

Master Plan Being Developed
Pam Tourek to Retire
Tribute to Deacon Paul Huber
Knights of Columbus: Service Since 1882
Invitation to Parents, Grandparents and Young Adults
Three Welcomed at Easter Vigil
Uganda Twinning News
Stewardship Committee Focusing on Time and Talent
Trade Your Cash for Cards
Fish Fry Benefited Building Fund
Youth Events for Fun and Inspiration

Lent/Easter 2007

Building Project Moving Forward
Women’s Guild Donates Funds and Plans Activities
St. Francis Borgia School - Fully Accredited
Gift Cards Not Just For Gifts
Deacon Fred Mulumba Dies - His Mother Visited SFB
Bishop Matthias Sends Thanks
Celebrating First Reconciliation and First Eucharist
Prayerful Discernment to Replace Parish Elections

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2006 Newsletters

Advent/Christmas 2006

Two Major Commitments: Parish Stewardship and Building Fund Appeal
Uganda Pilgrimage: Social Concerns
Christian Formation – What’s in a Name?
Auction From the Heart Has a New Location
SFB School: Keeping Parents Informed and Involved
High Schooler Gives, Receives On Mission Trip to Dominican Republic

Fall 2006

In the Spirit of the Future – Building Fund Appeal Underway
Pastoral Page: Reflections on Our Pilgrimage to Uganda
Uganda Pilgrimage Photos
November is Time to Remember Those Who Died
Adult Programs Growing at SFB
Service Gave Hope to Those Less Fortunate
Social Events Offered by Christian Formation
Bishops’ Letter on Defining Marriage in Our State Constitution
Bishops’ Letter on the Death Penalty

Summer 2006

Building Fund Appeal Underway
New Sound System Donated by Generous Parishioner
Youth Ministry: 2006-2007 Retreat Programs
                       Full Service: A Jesus Attitude
Journeys of faith lead to Easter Vigil
Good Reasons for Highest Ever School Enrollment
SFB Travelers Talk About Upcoming Uganda Trip
Parish Benefits From Eagle Scout Projects

Lent/Easter 2006

Parishioners Learn About Expansion Recommendations
School Receives Grant
Helping to be the Hands and Heart of Jesus
Twinning Update Includes Invitation to Uganda in 2006

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2005 Newsletters

Advent/Christmas 2005

Wonderful Concert, Wonderful Gift
Mercy’s Mission -- Is It for You?
Parish Stafff Changes - Deacon Paul Huber, Frank Plumridge, Fred Bertling
Twinning Group Welcomes New Pastor - Prepares for Uganda Trip in 2006
Inner City Ministry: Donations & Deliveries
About the Endowment Fund

Fall 2005

Organ Dedication: October 16
Pastoral Page: Singing the Top 40 From the Official Prayer Book
Children Learn About Faith and Community
Youth Ministry: Service and Retreats Essential
Youth Ministry: Guatemala Trip Was Journey of Faith and Service
Youth Ministry: Living Simply and Giving Service
Youth Ministry: An Unexpected Service Commitment Working on a Farm
Tablesetters School Group Practices Social Justice
Roe v. Wade, A Look Back & Forward

Summer 2005
Parish Welcomes New Associate Pastor: Fr. Michael Lightner
Pipe Organ Donation Transforms Sanctuary
Parish Fine Arts Festival to Raise Funds in Spring 2006
Buy Religious Goods at Divine Gifts Shop
Youth Programs Focus on Justice and Service
RCIA Candidates “Come Home” During Easter Vigil
Uganda Twinning Committee Notes: Spring/Summer 2005
- Gospel Choir, Meals in Milwaukee, Uganda Trip in 2006

Lent/Easter 2005
Al Lorge Honored With Vatican II Award
Stewardship Committee to be Formed
SFB Parish Website
--What’s In It for You?
--Variety of Help Needed
Parish Singles Group Forming
Unique Programs at SFB School
Parishioners Help Cathedral Outreach
Youth Ministry--Service Opportunities in Appalachia and Chicago Were Eye-Openers
Youth Ministry--CYM Plans Include Fun and Service
Build “Assets” to Benefit Youth - Part II

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2004 Newsletters

Advent/Christmas 2004
Archdiocese Asks: Does SFB Want an Associate Pastor?
Sanctuary Work Begins Soon for New Organ
2004 Twinning Highlights: Visit by Fr. Ignatius, Mission Appeal
A Message for Married Couples
Reflections on How You Catechized Me
Build “Assets” to Benefit Youth
Archbishop Dolan: “Catholic Education is of the highest priority”

Fall 2004
Fr. Ignatius Kibowa to Visit for Uganda Mission Appeal
Welcome New Christian Formation Staff
Office of Stewardship and Development
--School Annual Fund, Volunteerism, Fine Arts Festival
Christian Formation: Formation Program Serves All Ages
Respect Life: Stem Cell Research: Good or Bad?

Summer 2004
Cover Story - Parish Website Launched
Pastoral Page - It’s Time to Plan for Our Future - Fr. Tom Eichenberger
Office of Stewardship and Development
Sanctuary Committee Reports on Progress
Program Enhancements Planned for SFB School
Interfaith Caregivers: Helping the Elderly and Disabled
Uganda News: Celebrations and Donations

Lent/Easter 2004
Your Uganda Donations at Work
SFB School Has Strong Science Program

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2003 Newsletters

Lent 2003
"Ministry of Sharing” Reaps Material, Spiritual Rewards; Volunteers Welcome
SFB Prayer Chain is Unique Ministry
Vocations – Who’s Responsible?
With Gratitude for Recent Gifts (SFB School)

Easter 2003
Sensing the Presence of Jesus in Their Lives (SFB School)
Uganda Committee Looking for Better Things in 2003

Summer 2003
Co-Principal Role Expanded
Monday Volunteers Help Lasata Volunteers Attend Mass

Fall 2003
Strong Accomplishments and Challenging Goals (Fall 2003)
St. Vincent de Paul: Helping in Hard Times
Uganda Visit Expected in Mid-September
Women’s Guild Makes Rosaries

Advent/Christmas 2003
Children: Beautiful Works of Art (Christian Formation)
Development Office Expands to Promote Stewardship
SFB School Offers Fine Arts
Ugandan Visitors ‘Overwhelmed’ by SFB Hospitality

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2002 Newsletters

Lent 2002
A Letter to SFB From St. Paul Mukono
Plans Underway for Shipment to Uganda

Early Summer 2002

Late Summer 2002
Parents Praise St. Francis Borgia School (Late Summer 2002)

Fall 2002
Don’t Forget Those With No Voice (Respect Life)
Sponsoring RCIA Participants: A Rewarding Experience
Ugandan Bishop Visits SFB, Advocates Stronger Twinning Ties

Advent/Christmas 2002
Rectory Renamed Father Ed Center

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2001 Newsletters

Lent 2001
Plans, Activities Draw Group Closer to Uganda Visit
Generous Gift Gives Major Boost to Organ Fund Drive (Lent 2001)

Easter 2001

Early Summer 2001

Late Summer 2001
Twinning Team Returns from Uganda, Prepares for Open Presentation to Parish

Fall 2001
Parish Reaches Out Locally and Abroad (Central City Parishes and Uganda)
We are Called to Teach All Nations (Pastoral Page – Fr. Ed Wawrzyniakowski)

Advent/Christmas 2001
The Question Box (Explanation of Penance Services)

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2000 Newsletters

Lent 2000

Easter 2000

Early Summer 2000
Parishes Explore Twinning Ties With Uganda

Late Summer 2000

Fall 2000
Cedarburg Parishes to Form Ties With Uganda Parish
Dedication of Shrine at Divine Word

Advent-Christmas 2000

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