Holy Family, Whitefish Bay

Our Parish Roots:

Whitefish Bay grew rapidly after WWII and with strong Catholic presence the Holy Family Parish was established July 29, 1949. It would be three years before the completion of the church and school building, so Masses were held at the old St. Monica’s chapel and the lobby of Whitefish Bay High School. Four years later, the Holy Family Parish School was started by four Dominican sisters serving 268 students in their first year. An adjoining convent was built for the sisters to live in which now serves as the parish center.

Today, Holy Family is one of the largest north shore parishes. The parish school is a top-flight educational institution earning “Exemplary” status from the Milwaukee Archdiocese. Together, the parish and the school form a vibrant expression of what it means to be a loving and praying community.

We, the loving and praying community of Holy Family Parish, believe the Church is a Christian people. Our mission is to proclaim the word of God, worship the Lord together, and respond to all human needs.

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Our Mission

Through much prayer, planning, and conversation, we have identified our greatest needs and initiatives to strengthen our mission and vision for years to come. Our share of the funds raised will be used to improve the church exterior and interior, as well as to upgrade facilities and support ministry work in our community.

Parish Goal

$1,144,545

Active Campaign

Remaining to be Raised

$459,076

As of 11/14/2025

Total Pledged

$685,469

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EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS - $400,000-$500,000

Lot resurfacing was completed in 2025. Campaign funds received to date went toward the project, but we need to replenish other resources that made it possible to complete the work before the start of the school year. We will continue to upgrade the campus lighting system as well.

CHURCH FACILITIES - $200,000-$250,000

Our worship space is the heart of our parish, and it has not received any substantial updates sonce 2003. We need to continue investing to maintain it as a place of beauty that inspires, invites, and gives glory to God. Our planned improvements will include tile replacement, updated carpeting, and an upgraded sound system. We will enhance the church entrance with specific attention to the church doors.

PARISH MINISTRIES - $20,000-$60,000

Our parish is blessed to be able to offer wonderful and far-reaching ministries. These include: Parochial School, Religious Education, Youth Ministry, and OCIA. These funds will be used for ongoing and expanded new membership. All of this will us further our core mission to Love God. Love Others. Make Cdisiples