St. Matthias, Milwaukee

Our Parish Roots

St. Matthias Parish had its beginnings in about 1845, when the Catholic community in this area was known as Holy Cross. These German Catholics were first served by itinerant priests and then by Fr. Mathias Steiger, who traveled 10 miles from St. Francis to minister to the people.
In 1850, Bishop John Martin Henni announced the formal establishment of the parish and appointed Fr. J.A. Stein as pastor. The parish was then called St. Matthias. Although no records indicate the reason for the change in the congregation’s name, it is believed to be named St. Matthias in tribute to Fr. Steiger. Fr. Stein chose a site on Beloit Road known locally as Whiskey Corners on which to establish the church. Three farming families donated an acre each for the new parish.
To this day, St. Matthias Catholic Parish is committed to continuing the ministry of Jesus the Christ. We invite and welcome all. Come… live, grow, and be challenged by the message through prayer, formation, and service.

Give Now

Original

Parish Goal

$1,623,303

Active Campaign

Wave 4

July 2023 - December 2023

As of 9/20/2024

Total Pledged

$1,513,638

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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS

Parish and School Technology ~$225,000
a. Aquire a new PA system for the school.
b. Update school, office, and Steiger Hall technology.
c. Aquire “hearing loop” system for the church.

Parking Lot Updates ~$500,000
a. Resurface, add grassy area, and install lighting in the
school lot to reduce costs and provide better security.
b. Resurface the church lot for long-term preservation.
c. Resurface the staff lot for safety purposes.

Building Upgrades ~$200,000
a. Upgrade parish office air conditioning to reduce cost.
b. Church bathroom functional and aesthetic updates.
c. Replace church boilers with high efficiency units.
d. Update appearance of bridal room.

MISSION & MINISTRY

Helping the Poor and Needy ~$25,000
Establish a fund to be used at the pastor’s discretion to
provide assistance to parishioners in need, as well as to
support the St. Matthias Human Concerns committee.

Financial Aid ~$23,982
Establish a fund to provide assistance to those needing
help in affording before and after school care, fees
for religious education, and fees for sacramental
preparation. This fund will aid school and religious
education parents who are unable to afford these
additional programs. The school endowment currently
provides tuition assistance.