Discipleship Institute (Adult Ministry)

Event Schedule

Please see the Discipleship Institute Resources page for past recorded events and guided mediations for the summer.

Scripture

Sunday Scripture Reflection

Thursdays
6:30 pm–8:00 pm
In person or via Zoom

Fr. Chuck Schramm, Brian Jens and Peter Morello of St. Matthias, continue to invite us to join their weekly discussion group on the Sunday Scriptures. Call Brian Jens at (414) 982-2406 for more information or visit https://stmatthias-milw.org/ffo/.

Prayer and Spirituality

Men’s Spirituality Group

Second Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm

Join us for the brand-new monthly Men’s Spirituality Group. All men are welcome to gather for real life conversations of how to live the Gospel in our day to day lives. Through prayer and reflection we will explore our role as brothers in Christ. This group will meet on the second Thursday of each month (excluding July & August).

Women's Spirituality Group

The Women’s Spirituality group will meet monthly on the first Wednesday of each month from 6:30 pm–8:00 pm in Room 6. Upcoming meeting dates are noted below:

February 4
March 4
April 1
May 6
June 3 (Note: Meet in Room 3)

The group will gather to reflect on the Sunday readings and bible study with other women from the parish. Contact the Parish Office to join or for more information.

Live Stream/Recorded Weekend Liturgy and Wednesday Table Reflections

All our Saturday 4:00 pm Masses are live streamed and recorded for later viewing during the weekend. Each Wednesday we also offer a recorded table reflection on the day’s scriptures.

Leadership-Reach Out

Parish Ambassadors

What is the role of a parish ambassador?

Smile and say hello to all those they meet
Engage people with conversation or small talk
Listen to the needs of the person and address those needs
Reach out to the visitor or new member to make them feel welcome and comfortable
Be knowledgeable of parish events and the facilities
Be the “face” of OLOL beyond our walls by extending that hospitable presence everywhere they go

Any training that parish ambassadors receive is not for a role, but for a new way of being. As disciples, parish ambassadors are a representative of the welcoming community we are. This is not a role for parish ambassadors, but a way of life!

Parish ambassadors are not on a schedule; they are always on! Whether they are in the building for liturgy, on site or online for a meeting, or in the supermarket shopping…they are on!

The Parish Ambassador Ministry is increasing and will continue to increase until all parish members come to realize that they are all parish ambassadors.

Parish ambassadors are discipleship in action!

If you are interested in becoming a Parish Ambassador, please contact the Parish Office.

Building Bridges

Amazing Faiths Dinner Dialogues

June 24 | 6:00pm

People of all faiths and no faith, all spiritualities and theologies gather in small groups to share a meal and participate in a moderated discussion using a proven model, evoking deep exchanges about lived experiences and the role of faith and/or spirituality in their lives. Through exploration and dialogue, participants learn about the beliefs and traditions of others within an atmosphere of respect and understanding and are empowered to stand as witnesses for tolerance and inclusion.

The Interfaith Conference of Greater Milwaukee sponsors this event. Visit their website today to register and to receive more information https://www.interfaithconference.org/amazing-faiths-project.

Beyond Our Walls

Outside OLOL Offerings

Going Deeper with Jesus – Praying for the Gifts of the Holy Spirit

Worship, Learn and Pray with Nick Scanlan and Jeff Kacala

St. Mary’s Faith Community

Friday, May 22, 6:30 pm in the Gathering Space

Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration at St. John the Evangelist Greenfield

They offer Eucharistic adoration 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please enter via the south doors of the church space.

Eucharistic Adoration at St. Alphonsus

This takes place 8:00 am–8:00 pm every Thursday. Why not come and spend some time in silence with our Lord as a break from your busy day. Make the time to get away and pray!

Pray the Rosary at St. Alphonsus

Join them every Tuesday in the chapel at 6:30 pm to pray the Rosary, a beautiful devotion to the Blessed Mother.

St. Mary’s Catholic Faith Community – Hales Corners

Magnify

Magnify returns on May 27 at 6:30 pm. Join us for an evening of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament along with spirit-filled worship music. This is a family friendly event, and all are welcome!

Community Yoga at Greendale Community Church

Weekly on Tuesdays at 6:30 pm and Thursdays at 9:15 am

These sessions will use postures and poses to elicit deeper relaxation. Sessions last 90 minutes.
Individual class is $12 or 5 classes for $50. Call the office for more details or to register (414) 421-1221.

Theology/Faith Formation

GIFT

Click here for more information.

Art Guild

The focus of the Art Guild is to assist members in their spiritual journey using different art mediums. The Art Guild invites the Our Lady of Lourdes community to participate in the Art Gallery display and the Community Mosaic in the spring. These events are displayed in the parish hallway.

The Art Guild sponsors an Open Studio on the second Tuesday of each month. This gathering is open to anyone to work on their individual projects as well as an opportunity to visit with other members. This year in particular the Guild has planned some activities to liven up this gathering. The monthly business meeting is held on the 4^th Tuesday of each month from August to May. This meeting is followed by a class featuring a different art medium. We will have classes in batik, alcohol inks and eggs, card making, self-portraits and paints. At least one field trip to a local museum is planned. For more information, watch the bulletin or contact the Parish Office.

Community Garden

Our Common Home Community Garden was launched in 2018 to become a neighborhood hub that emphasizes the community in community gardening.

This garden was not formed to supplement a community deficiency, but rather seeks to be a place for people to come together and experience the therapeutic benefits of gardening, learning, teaching, supporting, and enjoying each other.

Click to see what the Our Common Home Community Garden has going on!

GASIC

2^nd Wednesdays of the month (September through June)
7:00 pm–8:30 pm
Zoom and at OLOL in Room 9

January 14
February 11
March 11
April 8
May 13
June 10

Please contact the Parish Office for more information or to receive the Zoom link.

This ministry works to help the LGBTQIA+ community find their rightful place within the Catholic Christian community. The group is open to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer persons, their families, friends, and those who wish to stand in solidarity with them in Christ. Visit our page on the parish website for more information.