About Most Precious Blood · New London, Wisconsin
Most Precious Blood Parish is a Roman Catholic parish of the Diocese of Green Bay serving the city of New London, Wisconsin, and surrounding communities. With over 900 registered families, the parish shares the mission of "Growing lives in Jesus Christ to live His Gospel" and a vision of "Loving all through Jesus Christ by Worshiping, Welcoming, Serving, Forgiving." The parish worships at its church on South Pearl Street, supports an attached parish school on East Washington Street that has served the community since 1881, and runs ministries across faith formation, youth ministry, Catholic family life, the Knights of Columbus, the Parish Council of Catholic Women, and a parish cemetery.
- Established
- 1881 (school established; parish predates current records)
- Patron
- The Most Precious Blood of Jesus
- Rector
- Rev. David Hoffman
- Diocese
- Diocese of Green Bay
Why belong here
Most Precious Blood offers a complete Catholic life in one parish: weekend and daily Mass, Saturday confessions, monthly First Friday Adoration with Benediction, a Third Tuesday Holy Hour, and a full Sacramental preparation track for Baptism, Confirmation, First Communion, Matrimony, and Anointing of the Sick. Children and teens are served by an on-site parish school (4K–8) and a Religious Education / Youth Ministry program that emphasizes making missionary disciples. Adults are invited into the parish's pastoral and finance councils, the Knights of Columbus, the Parish Council of Catholic Women, and the resale shop and cemetery committee — clear evidence that this is a community where members worship together, welcome newcomers, serve the broader New London area, and support one another through every stage of life.
Mass times at Most Precious Blood
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Saturday 3:45–4:30 PM
Adoration times
- Day of Adoration — 1st Friday of the month, after 8:00 AM Mass, closing with Benediction at 5:00 PM
- Holy Hour — 3rd Tuesday of the month, 5:00–6:00 PM
Parish Identity & Mission
Most Precious Blood Parish identifies itself with two short statements that frame all its ministries: a mission of 'Growing lives in Jesus Christ to live His Gospel,' and a vision of 'Loving all through Jesus Christ by Worshiping, Welcoming, Serving, Forgiving.' With over 900 families on the rolls, the parish describes itself as a 'faith filled community dedicated to enriching the spiritual lives of our members' — a place to find solace, seek guidance, and grow in faith.
Religious Education & Youth Ministry
Faith formation for children and teens is led by Kelly McKibben, Religious Ed/Youth Ministry Coordinator, in partnership with parish volunteers. The program's stated vision is 'Leading hearts closer to Christ Our Redeemer,' with a mission to 'join the Diocese of Green Bay in making missionary disciples by journeying with you to discover Jesus, follow Jesus, worship Jesus, and share Jesus.' Confirmation and First Communion preparation are integrated into this work.
- Religious Education Office hours (Sept–May): Tue 8:30 AM–3:00 PM, Wed 12:00–8:00 PM, Thu 8:30 AM–3:00 PM
- Always seeking volunteers — Catechists, Classroom Aides, Hall Monitors
- Tuition assistance available; information is confidential
- Fees: 1 child $100; 2 children $150; 3 children $220; First Communion $50; Confirmation $75
Most Precious Blood Parish School
Located at 120 E. Washington Street in New London, Most Precious Blood Parish School shares a 'Faith in Christ by developing minds to grow, hearts to love, and hands to serve.' The school has been part of the parish's mission since 1881 and currently serves about 35 students in Prekindergarten through 8th grade with a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. It is a faith-based school that also welcomes students of other faiths.
- Grades: PK (4K) through 8
- Enrollment: approximately 35 students
- Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
- Principal (per diocesan directory): Carol Ulrich; Secretary: Lori Klosiewski
- School phone: (920) 982-2134
Parish Councils & Organizations
Lay leadership is organized through three councils plus two long-standing Catholic organizations. The Pastoral Council advises the pastor on parish mission and goals; the Finance Council oversees the parish's financial affairs, budget, and weekly collection counters; and PCCW (Parish Council of Catholic Women) supports, empowers and educates Catholic women through service projects large and small. The Knights of Columbus council serves the parish and broader community under the banner of Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism.
- Pastoral Council members: Fr. Dave Hoffman, Betty Roberts (Trustee), Barbara Laib (Chair), Patti Blum (Vice-Chair), Barb Steffanus, Gwen Skinner, Christina Fermanich-Volkman
- Finance Council members: Fr. Dave Hoffman, Lee Besaw (Trustee), Mike St. Marie (Chair), Mark Grossman, Dorinda Cartier, Barb Krueger, Vickie Hale
- PCCW Officers: Sue Steingraber (President), Jane Witzak (Vice President), Jean Skewes (Secretary), Suzi Snyder (Treasurer)
- PCCW projects: Resale Shop, Funeral Dinners, kitchen upkeep, parish liturgical supplies, scholarships (New London and Camp Tekakwitha), mission donations
- Knights of Columbus projects: Food for Families, Wheelchair Mission, scholarships, parish and school support, Tootsie Roll Drive for the intellectually handicapped
Cemetery Committee
Most Precious Blood Cemetery is owned and maintained by the parish, located southwest of New London on Bean City Road. A dedicated Cemetery Committee handles its maintenance and general operations, supported by a parish Sexton.
- Location: southwest of New London on Bean City Road
- Cemetery Sexton: Jean Skewes — (920) 915-9168
- Committee members: Fr. Dave Hoffman, Jean Skewes (Sexton), Bob Besaw, Marlin Konrad, Margaret Van Buskirk
Parish Staff
The parish is served by a pastor and a small administrative team split between the parish office and the Religious Education office. A dedicated parish school staff runs the 4K–8 program in the same campus.
- Pastor: Fr. David Hoffman — Rectory (920) 250-5150; Parish Office ext. 102
- Religious Ed / Youth Ministry Coordinator: Kelly McKibben — ext. 105
- Parish Bookkeeper: Abbie Keehn — ext. 104
- Parish Secretary: Aurora Gordon — ext. 101
- Business Administrator: Tina Noel — ext. 103
- Cemetery Sexton: Jean Skewes — (920) 915-9168
Parish Office Hours & Visiting
Parish offices are open weekday mornings, with a Wednesday evening window for the Religious Education office. The parish Resale Shop, run by PCCW, is open Wednesdays from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and is open to the wider community.
- Parish Office: Monday 8:00 AM–12:00 PM; Tuesday–Thursday after morning Mass to 12:00 PM
- Religious Education Office (Sept–May): Tue 8:30 AM–3:00 PM, Wed 12:00–8:00 PM, Thu 8:30 AM–3:00 PM; summer by appointment
- Resale Shop: Wednesday 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
- Phone: (920) 982-2346 — staff available to answer questions and help newcomers register
How to Become a Member
Newcomers and visitors are invited to register as parishioners through the parish website or by calling the parish office. The parish encourages those new to the area — or those returning to parish life — to contact the staff, who can help with Sacramental records, Religious Education registration, school enrollment, and getting involved in parish ministries and councils.
- Registration available online at mostpreciousbloodchurch.com or by phone at (920) 982-2346
- Faith Formation calendar available for Sacramental preparation timing
Pastors & rectors through the years
- Rev. John Kleinschmidtthrough June 30, 2024
Served as Administrator of Most Precious Blood Parish, New London, and St. Patrick Parish, Lebanon, concluding on June 30, 2024.
- Rev. David Hoffmaneffective July 1, 2024
Appointed Pastor of Most Precious Blood Parish, New London, and St. Patrick Parish, Lebanon effective July 1, 2024; previously Pastor of SS. Edward and Isidore Parish, Flintville.