Drawing on decades of ministry alongside individuals facing poverty, exploitation, and homelessness, Deacon Steve Przedpelski reflects on discovering grace and human connection in unexpected places. His message explores how compassionate presence and humble outreach can reveal profound love amidst life’s hardest realities.
Guest pianist Julie Fraleigh and song leader Maria O’Connor will provide uplifting music.
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Children and youth are invited to go directly to the lower level for our Summer “Hands on Nature” program. The Nursery will open at 9:45 am.
About our guest: Ordained a deacon for the Archdiocese of Milwaukee in 1994, Deacon Steve Przedpelski served four local parish assignments alongside nearly three decades of leadership at Franciscan Peacemakers. Joining as a volunteer in 1995, he served as Executive Director from 1999 until his retirement in 2024. During his tenure, he helped expand the organization’s outreach from street ministry to include Clare Community—a supportive residential recovery program for survivors of sexual exploitation—the Peace & All Good social enterprise, and a Milwaukee hospitality center. Deacon Steve retired from active ministry in 2024 and lives in West Bend with his wife, Debbie.
Following the service, be sure to visit the Franciscan Peacemakers table in the Community Room to browse a selection of handmade products available for purchase. All proceeds directly support Franciscan Peacemakers and their ongoing outreach in the community.
Franciscan Peacemakers serves women recovering from severe trauma, human trafficking, and sexual exploitation through a holistic approach to healing and employment. Their mission offers safe housing, supportive community services, and living-wage opportunities through social enterprise programs like Peace & All Good.
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