Who We Are
Faith Presbyterian Church is the little church with a big heart. We began as a vacation Bible school in a house on Mangold Avenue. The first church was built and dedicated on Nov. 17, 1933 at 2418 W. Mangold, with 24 charter members.
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In 1960, land was purchased at 3800 W. Rawson Ave., and the cornerstone of the new church was laid on Oct. 21, 1962. The first service was held May 19, 1963, and the building was dedicated on Sept. 22 of the same year.
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Since the turn of the century, Faith has been active in mission beyond its doors. As a part of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), Faith is know for supporting mission projects throughout the year. Each year, our members raise or collect thousands of dollars for national and international appeals. We support a local Franklin school; host a food cupboard in the church for those in need, collect over-the counter medications for a free clinic, and answer the call for help when needed.
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We offer inspiring and uplifting worship services with music that enables us all to worship God more fully.
Faith Presbyterian Church is a congregation of:
- The Synod of Lakes and Prairies
- The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
We are also a member of the Covenant Network.
Pastor - Cathy Manthei
Cathy serves on the Commission on Transitional Ministry and the Committee on Local Arrangements for the General Assembly with our Presbytery and is a commissioner to the Synod of Lakes and Prairies. She also serves her community as an advocate for people who are experiencing homelessness and serves as a board member of the West Allis Library. Cathy and her husband, Mark, live in West Allis and she has three grown children.
Music Director - Joan Nowaczynski
Cathy serves on the Commission on Transitional Ministry and the Committee on Local Arrangements for the General Assembly with our Presbytery and is a commissioner to the Synod of Lakes and Prairies. She also serves her community as an advocate for people who are experiencing homelessness and serves as a board member of the West Allis Library. Cathy and her husband, Mark, live in West Allis and she has three grown children.
Admin Assistant - Marcene Korpela
Cathy serves on the Commission on Transitional Ministry and the Committee on Local Arrangements for the General Assembly with our Presbytery and is a commissioner to the Synod of Lakes and Prairies. She also serves her community as an advocate for people who are experiencing homelessness and serves as a board member of the West Allis Library. Cathy and her husband, Mark, live in West Allis and she has three grown children.