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(Crafters, Click here for a printable form.) Scroll down for the digital form. Get ready for an unforgettable extravaganza at Holy Cross Lutheran Church’s epic annual Community Fest! Join us as we transform our grounds into a vibrant wonderland bursting with excitement. This year, we’re giving our annual block party a makeover with a new name and more of everything. It is like a grand reopening. September 7th, 11:30 am to 4:30 pm We’ll have an electrifying Arts and Crafts…

“Men in Mission” is a Bible Study offered for those who identify as men or gender identities who feel they can benefit from this bible study. It is held at Holy Cross on the 3rd Saturday of the month at 7:30 am. You are invited to bring your Bible and a cup of coffee/drink and join in the discussion. The study revolves around “The Greatest Story Ever Told”, come and be a part of the unfolding story! Men In Mission…

Congregational Caring 3 “C’s” are at the heart of Holy Cross! CARING COMMUNITY CHRIST Holy Cross’ vision of ministry includes what we do in response to the needs of our own congregation, our city, and the wider community! It is about allowing faith to be active in love. It is about loving your neighbor as yourself. It is about being Christ’s hands in a world that sometimes hurts. Caring Companions People who reach out to the homebound and hospitalized by making friendly visits and bringing them…

Martha Circle Martha Circle is a Bible Study that welcomes all women who think this will benefit them. They are studying St. Paul’s letter to the Philippians.  If you have any questions please call the church office at (262) 251-2740. Martha Circle meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 1:00 at the home of the members. Mary circle Mary’s Circle is a Bible Study that welcomes women that want to participate. If you have any questions please call…

Hephatha Hephatha Lutheran Church is our partner church located in Milwaukee. Hephatha remains to this day in and of their neighborhood, a sign of how God’s care for us is particular in nature and a sign of how God calls them to be part of their community on 18th and Locust. We partner with Hephatha in several different ways. One way is our Taco Lunch in which we enjoy worship with them and then serve tacos. We appreciate their joy and fellowship and take…

There are various opportunities for people of all ages to join a musical group. Just show up for a rehearsal…Everyone is welcome!  Chancel Choir Chancel choir is for those in high school and older.  There is no audition required.  We rehearse on Wednesdays at 7:00 pm. A capella Singers A capella singers are required to audition. We rehearse on Sundays at 7:45 am. Contact Mike Jacklin to set up an audition or to learn more. Festival Choir Anyone who loves to sing…

It is a way to care for people suffering by surrounding them in the prayer and love that is part of each piece we create. We can help both friends and neighbors feel Jesus surrounding them with His loving presence through the prayers that go into our creations and that continue during and after their presentation. When we crochet or knit, we begin with prayer and go on praying for the recipient.  Prayers can deeply touch the life of someone who is…

Our team, known as Glocal, is dedicated to improving both our local community and the world at large. We strive to address issues on both a local and global scale, working towards making a positive impact in the world. Here are some things they focus on: Strong baby sanctuary – hephatha Lutheran church Our partner church, Hephatha, collaborates with the Strong Baby Sanctuary program to reduce the infant mortality rate in Milwaukee. Holy Cross often donates funds and volunteers to…

Our partner church, Hephatha, collaborates with the Strong Baby Sanctuary program to reduce the infant mortality rate in Milwaukee. Holy Cross frequently donates funds, baby and household items, and volunteers to support this vital cause. We are currently looking for volunteers to help us sort through donations every Monday and Saturday. Please don’t hesitate to contact our main office if you’re interested in contributing to this important ministry.

Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin hosts our blood drives. With every donation, you have the potential to save up to three lives. Plus, your donations stay local, so you’ll be saving people from your very own community. We are thankful to Versiti for helping us help our local community, and we are grateful to you for your donation.

The Quilters are busy making quilts on the first, third, and fifth Wednesdays of the month at 9:00 am.  They would love to teach you to tie quilts…no sewing skills are necessary! Annually, they produce nearly 150 quilts shared with the local hospitals, Native American reservations, and Lutheran World  Relief.    Local Partner Organizations: We support the Menomonee Falls Food Pantry, ERA’s Senior Network (formerly Interfaith Senior Programs) of Waukesha County, Luther Manor, and Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper…

We are Relevant! Welcome Statement: At Holy Cross Lutheran Church, we believe we are called to be the light of the world; a light which dispels the darkness of hatred, prejudice, and selfishness. While we all share God’s amazing love and grace, we celebrate our differences; differences in sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, race, abilities, age, and social status.  Projecting God’s light beyond the doors of Holy Cross is our mission. We are called to be the hands and…