Holy Name of Jesus - Wausau, WI

09/03/2026

The Wausau Area Parishes are excited to offer two wonderful opportunities for youth and their parents to grow closer together!

Our Mother/Daughter and Father/Son Retreats will be a special time for parents and children to connect through laughter, games, meaningful conversation, and shared experiences, led by Jenny and Matthew Krumdrik.

These retreats are a wonderful opportunity to step away from the busyness of everyday life and simply enjoy time together while strengthening your relationship.

Space is limited, so don’t miss this special opportunity!

Scan the QR code for more information and to register.

08/31/2026

As our schools open their doors for the 2026–2027 school year, Bishop Gerard W. Battersby has a message for our students, families, teachers, and superintendent throughout the Diocese of La Crosse:

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"God delights in you, and He aches for your companionship. One of the reasons we have Catholic schools is so that you might come to know your identity in Christ... and learn about who you are and whose you are."

Watch Bishop Battersby's full welcome message and join us in praying for a blessed and grace-filled year ahead for all our students, teachers, and families. 👇

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Regis Catholic Schools
Pacelli Catholic Schools
Aquinas Catholic Schools
Assumption Catholic Schools, Wisconsin Rapids Area, WI
Columbus Catholic Schools
Newman Catholic Schools
McDonell Area Catholic Schools

08/30/2026

Newman Catholic Schools Class of 1966.
What a beautiful blessing it was to welcome the members of Newman Catholic Schools’ 60th class reunion and their spouses to Holy Name of Jesus for Mass this weekend. May God bless each and every one of them, and may their reunion be filled with wonderful memories and cherished friendships!🙏❤️

08/15/2026

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After a summer of classes in Washington DC, Fr. Martin returns to M...

08/10/2026

It was a night filled with laughter, fun, and friendship as we gathered together tonight!

We thank God for the gift of this summer—for the friendships we’ve made, the time we’ve shared, the moments that made us laugh, and the memories we will carry with us.

God has blessed us with so many opportunities to grow closer to Him and to one another. As we look ahead, we do so with grateful hearts and excitement for all that is still to come. We pray that the friendships, faith, and joy we’ve shared this summer will continue to grow throughout the year.

Thank you, God, for this beautiful gift of time together. We can’t wait to see what You have in store for us next!

08/03/2026

Luke it was so nice having you here with us for the last month. You have a warmth for others that truly shins through you, in all that you do. Gods blessings to you and Andrew as you continue your journey to the priesthood!

Congratulations to our seminarians Andrew McNally and Luke Kaiser! Yesterday they declared candidacy for Holy Orders. It can be thought of much like an engagement—a promise to continue moving forward together toward the priesthood while still having years of prayer, discernment, and studies.

07/28/2026

Yesterday, our community was shaken.

Walking around Menasha this morning, it is hard to find the words. Trees uprooted. Homes damaged. Businesses impacted. Familiar streets forever changed. My heart goes out to every family, every business owner, and every neighbor who now faces the difficult work of cleaning up and rebuilding.

Our own parish family was not spared. St. Mary’s sustained damage to the steeple, and St. John’s suffered significant roof damage. Yet as I looked at St. Mary’s this morning, one thing immediately caught my attention. The cross still stands, looking out over our city as it has for generations—a quiet reminder that even in the midst of storms, our hope remains firmly rooted in Christ.

I have also witnessed something just as powerful as the storm itself: the goodness of our community. First responders who rushed toward danger. Utility crews and public works employees working tirelessly. Neighbors helping neighbors clear trees, check on loved ones, and lend a hand wherever it was needed. Strangers becoming friends through simple acts of kindness.

That is who we are.

As Christians, we know that faith does not spare us from life’s storms. But we also know that God never abandons us in them. He walks beside us, often through the hands and hearts of the people around us.

Please continue to pray for everyone affected by the tornado. Check in on your neighbors. Offer help where you can. Support our local businesses as they begin to recover. And let us continue to be a community that reflects the love of Christ, especially when it is needed most.

The road ahead may be long, but we will walk it together.

May God bless all those who are hurting today. May He protect those still working to restore our community. And may the Cross that still overlooks our city remind us that hope is never destroyed.

07/28/2026

Keeping our neighboring parishes and all those effected by these devastating storms in our prayers!

Bishop Ricken shares the following words of comfort and consolation following today's tornado in the Fox Valley.

07/24/2026

What an adventure-filled week at Vacation Bible School!

Together we journeyed through our sacramental life, exploring each of the seven sacraments, growing closer to Christ, and having so much fun along the way. Through prayer, activities, crafts, and games, the children discovered the incredible gifts God gives us through the sacraments.

One special keepsake they created was a clay holy water font to hang in their bedrooms—a beautiful reminder of their Baptism and that they are beloved children of God.

Thank you to all of our amazing volunteers, families, and children for making this week such a blessing. We pray that the faith, friendships, and memories made at VBS continue to grow long after the week has ended!