Fr. Dan serves as the Associate Pastor at Saint Patrick Parish, his first assignment as a Catholic priest of the Diocese of Superior. Fr. Dan enjoys preaching the Gospel, administering the Sacraments of the Church, and encouraging others to fall in love with God. In his first year at Saint Patrick Parish, Fr. Dan has helped launch a new marriage preparation and formation initiative, taught 5th grade religion at Saint Patrick Catholic School, and offered opportunities for prayer and community among Spanish-speaking Catholics in the area.
“Perfection is not attainable. But if we chase perfection, we can catch excellence.” - Vince Lombardi
Over the next ten days, Saint Patrick Parish offers opportunities for deeper reflection on marriage, miracles, and music, including Fr. Dan’s participation in the Marriage Catechumenate Summit, the Eucharistic Miracles Exhibit with a first-class relic of Blessed Carlo Acutis, and a Lenten Eucharistic Day featuring worship led by Aly Aleigha. Join us for Mass, adoration, and an evening of praise and worship on Wednesday, celebrating our shared Lenten journey.
Read PostPope Francis’ 2025 Lenten message invites us to reflect on our journey of faith, emphasizing that we are all pilgrims called to conversion, solidarity, and hope. He urges us to walk together, supporting one another in love, and to embrace the promise of Christ’s resurrection as the foundation of our hope in this Jubilee Year.
Read PostA team of missionaries from Saint Patrick Parish recently returned from serving at our sister parish in Guatemala, providing medical care, celebrating sacraments, and strengthening relationships within the community. Please continue to pray for the second team currently on mission and for the ongoing work of our parish in supporting our brothers and sisters in San Jose del Tesoro.
Read PostReturning to Milwaukee reminded Father Dan of God’s grace and renewal as he visited familiar places, including Saint Francis de Sales Seminary, which is undergoing a historic transformation through its “Zeal for the Lord’s House” capital campaign. On this Sunday of the Word of God, let us be inspired by Luke’s Gospel and renew our commitment to immerse ourselves in Scripture, embracing God’s plan of salvation.
Read PostThis Christmas season, Saint Patrick Parish welcomed nearly 2,500 people to celebrate the gift of the Incarnate King, including 140 attendees at our second annual Spanish Christmas Mass. As we reflect on the Epiphany and God’s saving plan for all nations, we are excited to begin offering a monthly Spanish Mass and catechesis, embracing the growth and diversity of our parish community.
Read PostThis weekend, Father Dan Tracy will lead a parish mission titled “Rejoice in Hope” at Holy Rosary Parish in Mellen, Wisconsin, aligning with Gaudete Sunday’s message of joy and the upcoming Jubilee Year of Hope declared by Pope Francis. Inspired by this week’s readings, especially St. Paul’s call to embody joy, kindness, hope, and peace, let us proclaim the Good News with gladness and share Christ’s love with all.
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Saint Patrick Parish's mission is to joyfully proclaim, share, and celebrate the love and mercy of Jesus Christ through Word, Sacraments, prayer, and ministry.
