St. Anthony, Menomonee Falls

Our Parish Roots:

St. Anthony Church stands at the top of a high hill that was once used by the Menomonee and Chippewa Indians for gatherings to decide the division of tribal hunting grounds. Later, immigrant farmers tilled the fields around the hill, their days broken by the tolling church bell calling them to pray. It is appropriate that a place chosen to settle disputes between the Indians should become the site for a house of God. Here, generations of men and women have tried to reconcile their human needs and yearnings with their spiritual destiny.

The people of St. Anthony have continued the customs of coming together, of peace-making that began on that hill so long ago. At a certain time of the day, in a certain time of the year, the setting sun catches the top of St. Anthony’s steeple and turns its grey-singled roof into a shining, silver sword. This old, old community of Catholic people has been like the church tower. It is alive with light. And it endures.

- From The Church on the Hill by Joanne Charlton @1987

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Our Share

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 modernize our parish heating system, complete the stained glass project in the sanctuary, update our rectory bathrooms, and grow our parish financial health.