Valerie Winkel
Director of Evangelization
With the guidance of the Holy Spirit and the Director of Evangelization, we strive to support the spiritual growth of all adult parishioners through every walk of life, through every stage of faith, providing encounters with Christ through community, the Word of God and the Liturgy/Sacraments. Join us to meet Christ, know Christ, love Christ, and serve Christ. We look forward to meeting you wherever you are in your spiritual journey. Contact Valerie Winkel at vwinkel@stcharleshartland.org for more information.
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Together we will create a community that forms and guides parishioners, fosters “ongoing conversion to Jesus, promote[s] and support[s] active membership, and call[s] and prepare[s] adults to act as disciples in mission to the world.” (USCCB)
Adult Discipleship Opportunities
Men's Discipleship
Supporting men in their faith journey, these communities contribute to the holy masculinity our world needs by coming together to grow in love of Jesus and our world.
Thursday Morning Men's Breakfast
Join other parish men for fellowship and formation before work at 5:30 am Thursdays at the Thursday Morning Men’s Group! September through mid-December and mid-January through mid-May, come and enjoy hot breakfast, formation videos, and discussions with other devoted, dynamic, Catholic men. All newcomers are welcome at any time. For more information, please contact St. Charles parishioner Jim Dunn at 262-751-7345 or mensgroup@stcharleshartland.org.
Fall Session: Looking to grow in your faith and build relationships? Men are encouraged to join the Thursday Morning Men's Group which meets on Thursdays from 5:30-7:00am in the Borromeo Hall starting on September 17. Many great friendships have been made and lives transformed through the faith building work of the Holy Spirit on Thursday mornings! Come visit and see for yourself!
Women's Ministry
Women’s Ministry encourages and supports women as they grow in their relationship with Christ and with one another. Through fellowship, faith formation, prayer, and opportunities to serve, we seek to create a welcoming community where women of all ages and stages of life can connect, grow in faith, and walk alongside one another as we seek to meet Christ, know Christ, love Christ, and serve Christ.
A Walk Through the Mass Presentation
Save the Dates:
- Advent by Candlelight with parishioner Leslie O’Brien on December 3, 2026
- Evening of Reflection with Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT on April 15, 2027
Family Discipleship
An opportunity for families of our parish to connect and grow in their faith!
Events:
- Sunday Funday: October 4 after 9:00am Mass at the playground!
- Ebert's Village Outing: October 2 from 10:30am (Click here to download the flyer & register!)
Small Groups
Walking together through whatever life throws at you, giving it all to God and growing in community, Small Groups offer men, women, young adults, and couples an opportunity to authentically seek Jesus through intentional Christian community. Small Groups are made up of 8-12 people who meet regularly to pray, discuss Scripture, walk with one another and serve the parish and community. You are never alone!
Events:
- Reach More Mission Training: Most Thursdays from 6:30-8:30pm until December 17. Learn more about Reach More Mission Training. (Register Here!)
Bereavement
In these most difficult moments, please know we are here for you and with you.
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Grieving with Great Hope: A five-week grief support and healing ministry that utilizes an on-demand video format. It offers a prayerful, practical, and personal approach for anyone who is mourning the loss of a loved one. If you have lost a spouse, a child, a grandchild, a parent, another family member or a friend, you are invited to attend. The next session is from October 3-31, 2026. Contact Dianne Merkel at diannemerkel@gmail.com with any questions you may have and to sign up.
Affiliated Groups
There are many additional avenues in which you can get involved and grow in your faith.
Men of Christ
Visit menofchrist.net to learn more.
Women of Christ
Women of Christ Conference will take place on Saturday, November 21st from 8:45am-5pm at the Brookfield Conference Center. Visit womenofchrist.net to learn more.
Christian Women
Christian Women is a community of like minded women who join together to grow primarily in fellowship, while enhancing their faith through daily lived experiences. Contact Dianne Merkel to learn more at diannemerkel@gmail.com.