About St. Therese of the Child Jesus · Rothschild, Wisconsin
St. Therese of the Child Jesus Parish is a Roman Catholic community located in Rothschild, Wisconsin, established in 1937 to serve Catholics in the growing area south of Wausau. The parish began with its first Mass in a community hall and quickly developed into a vibrant faith community centered on the Eucharist and stewardship. It is led by Pastor Fr. Janusz Kowalski and supported by a dedicated staff and volunteer ministry team. The parish offers regular Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, confession, and a wide range of faith formation and sacramental programs for all ages.
- Established
- 1937
- Patron
- St. Therese of the Child Jesus
- Rector
- Fr. Janusz Kowalski
- Diocese
- Diocese of La Crosse
Why belong here
Join a community deeply rooted in prayer, worship, and charity, centered on the Eucharist. Participate in ministries that nurture spiritual growth, support families through sacramental preparation, and engage in outreach through events like August Fest. You’ll find a welcoming environment where faith is lived through service and stewardship.
Mass times at St. Therese of the Child Jesus
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Tuesday & Wednesday: 7:30 AM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM
- Sunday: 9:30 AM (or contact Father to schedule an appointment)
Adoration times
- Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday: following the 8:00 AM Mass - 8:00 PM
Our History
In September 1937, Bishop Alexander McGavick of the Diocese of La Crosse issued a decree to create a new parish in response to a request from Mrs. Joseph Wiener. Father Vincent Schwartz was sent to survey the area and began his work in October 1937. The first Mass was held on November 1, 1937, in the Rothschild Community Hall. Father Schwartz was appointed the first pastor on November 14, 1937. The parish was legally incorporated, land was purchased in December 1937, and the first baptism occurred on November 21, 1937. Religious education began in November 1937, and the Little Flower Aid Society was organized by parishioners to support the parish’s growth.
Our Mission
We, the parishioners of Saint Therese, are committed to continue the ministry of Jesus Christ through prayer, worship, faith, and charity. We believe that the Eucharist should be at the center of our lives; that we are to be stewards of God, sharing our time and talents to promote our spiritual development as individuals and as community. May St. Therese assist us that we might imitate her life of prayer, simplicity and obedience to God’s will.
Staff
Rev. Janusz Kowalski, Pastor; Deacon Michael Lambrecht; JoAnne Fraedrich, Parish Secretary; Steve Martin, Director of Religious Education; Ross Larson, Bookkeeper; Mike Tryba, Maintenance; Lynn Hildebrandt, Music Director.
Pastors & rectors through the years
- Father Vincent Schwartz1937
First pastor; appointed November 14, 1937.