St. Jerome's Parish

What St. Jerome's Parish does

St. Jerome Parish and School is a Catholic parish and K-8 elementary school operating under the Archdiocese of Milwaukee from its campus at 995 S. Silver Lake St. in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. The parish serves local Catholic families across all life stages, with its primary constituency being families seeking Catholic education (preschool through 8th grade) integrated with sacramental and faith formation services. Core service lines include sacramental preparation (Baptism, First Communion, Reconciliation, Confirmation, Marriage, Anointing of the Sick, OCIA), children's formation via the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program and traditional classroom instruction, youth formation for grades 6-12, adult formation (Bible studies, men's and women's ministries, young adult ministry for ages 18-39), liturgy and worship, perpetual Eucharistic Adoration, athletics, scouting partnerships, and human concerns ministries including food pantry coordination and a mental health apostolate. The organization also operates St. Jerome Cemetery, established circa 1863, and maintains a community of ministries under the leadership of Pastor Fr. John Gibson.

The technology stack supporting parish operations consists entirely of off-the-shelf SaaS products: the WeConnect Parish App for mobile communications, Flocknote for email newsletters and ministry-specific groups, OSV Hub for online giving and tithing, Adoration Pro for perpetual adoration scheduling, RenWeb for school administration and parent inquiry forms, SignUpGenius for volunteer coordination, FORMED for Catholic media content, Google Calendar for event scheduling, and YouTube for live-streaming of Mass services. The school is recognized by external bodies for its Catholic education standards, holding the Newman Guide Seal from the Cardinal Newman Society, the Theology of the Body Seal, and the ICLE Seal from the Institute for Catholic Liberal Education. No proprietary technology, API platform, or AI/ML capabilities are developed or deployed.

Revenue is generated through three principal streams: voluntary parish donations and tithes (weekly offerings, online giving via OSV Hub, special collections), tuition from the parish school (with tiered rates ranging from $1,814 to $6,762 for the 2026-2027 school year, structured by program intensity and parishioner versus non-parishioner status, with multi-child discounts reducing the fourth child's rate to $2,399 for parishioners), and event-based fundraising including fish fries, pancake breakfasts, golf outings, and the annual Legacy Dinner and Auction supporting the school endowment. The school participates in Wisconsin's School Choice program, enabling tuition payment from public funding sources for qualifying families. Parish operations are governed by elected Pastoral and Finance Councils, with the Pastor retaining ecclesiastical authority over sacramental and ministry activities.

Name

St. Jerome's Parish

Legal name

St. Jerome Parish and School

Website

https://stjerome.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1927

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

St. Jerome Parish and School is a Catholic parish and K-8 elementary school in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, serving local Catholic families with integrated sacramental preparation, faith formation, tuition-based education, and community ministries under the Archdiocese of Milwaukee.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Religious Services

NAICS

Religious Organizations (8131)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPAGAJAB

Denominational & Ecclesiastical Governance Bodies (Dioceses, Synods, Conferences)

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Religious & Faith-Based Organizations

Keywords

• Catholic parish services
• Faith formation programs
• Catholic K-8 education
• Sacramental preparation
• Catholic worship services

Headquarters

HQ city

Oconomowoc

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Parish Donations and Tithes: Voluntary contributions from parishioners through weekly offerings, online giving, and special collections for parish operations and ministries
2. School Tuition: Tuition payments from families for children's education at St. Jerome Parish School, with tiered pricing for parishioners vs non-parishioners
3. Event-based Fundraising: Proceeds from parish events including fish fries, pancake breakfasts, golf outings, and legacy dinner/auction for school endowment

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

St. Jerome Parish is a Catholic parish offering weekly and daily Mass, the seven sacraments (Baptism, Reconciliation, First Communion, Confirmation, Marriage, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders), and a parish school educating students from 3K through 8th grade. It also delivers faith formation programs for children, youth, adults, and young adults, supported by ministries in music, social outreach, scouting, athletics, and perpetual Eucharistic adoration. Funding is sustained through parish donations, school tuition, and event-based fundraising.

Product overview

St. Jerome Parish is a Catholic parish with an integrated offering of faith formation and community services centered around its Parish School (3K-grade 8) and comprehensive sacramental programs. The core product portfolio includes Children's Formation (Catechesis of the Good Shepherd and traditional programs for 3K-5th grade), Youth Formation (middle and high school discipleship for 6th-12th grade), Adult Formation (men's/women's ministries, Bible studies, young adult programs), and Sacramental Preparation (Baptism, First Communion, Reconciliation, Confirmation, Marriage, OCIA). Supporting programs include Human Concerns Ministries (food pantry, mental health support, Respect Life), Liturgy & Worship (music ministry, servers, greeters), Perpetual Adoration, youth scouting programs (American Heritage Girls, Trail Life USA), and athletics. Parish communications are facilitated through the WeConnect Parish App, Flocknote email platform, and Google Calendar integration.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• St. Jerome Parish School Catholic elementary and middle school for students from 3K through grade 8, offering authentic Catholic curriculum with daily religious instruction, weekly Mass attendance, regular Adoration Chapel visits, and an average class size of 17. Recognized with the Newman Guide, Theology of the Body, and ICLE seals.
• Children's Faith Formation (3K-5th Grade) Weekly faith formation for children 3K through 5th grade, including Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) atria at levels 1, 2, and 3 and traditional classroom sessions using the Faith and Life textbook, with sacramental preparation for First Reconciliation and First Communion.
• Youth Formation (6th-12th Grade) Parish faith formation for middle school and high school students through Sunday morning middle school groups, Wednesday evening high school groups, Confirmation preparation, retreats, service opportunities, and youth group activities.
• Adult Faith Formation Adult faith formation offerings including Bible studies, men's ministry, women's ministry (WINGS), mothers' playgroup, Well-Read Mom book club, and young adult ministry for ages 18-39.
• Sacramental Preparation Programs Preparation programs for the seven Catholic sacraments: Baptism, First Communion, First Reconciliation, Confirmation, Marriage, Holy Orders, and OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults).
• Human Concerns Ministries Social service programs including food pantry coordination, St. Vincent de Paul Society, Mental Health Apostolate, Respect Life initiatives, bereavement committee, Shorehaven Bingo and volunteering.
• Liturgy and Worship Programs Music ministry with adult choir and cantors, server guild, greeters, ushers, art and environment committee, and small altar linens ministry supporting parish worship.
• Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration 24-hour Eucharistic Adoration in the Mater Christi Adoration Chapel with scheduled adorers and open times for drop-in worship.
• Youth Scouting Programs American Heritage Girls Troop WI-0214 (ages 5-18) and Trail Life USA Troop WI-0333 (grades K-12) offering badge programs, service projects, leadership opportunities, and outdoor experiences aligned with Catholic values.
• Athletics Program Parish athletic teams and sports programs coordinated through the St. Jerome Athletic Association, including volleyball, basketball, and track.
• Parish Communications Subscriptions Parish communications service via the WeConnect Parish App (Android and iOS) and Flocknote email platform, delivering notifications about events, closures, ministry updates, and topic-specific groups to email or phone.
• Online Giving Online giving service through the OSV Hub platform for parishioner donations, tithes, and parish contributions.
• Live Stream of Mass YouTube channel streaming weekend and daily Masses for virtual attendance by parishioners and visitors.
• Cemetery and Columbarium Services St. Jerome Cemetery with burial plots and columbarium niches for the parish community, managed by the Cemetery Sexton and Cemetery Committee.

Quantifiable outcome

• Average class size of 17 students
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Knights of Columbus (Council 2487)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1923Catholic fraternal service organization founded on principles of Charity, Unity, and Fraternity. Council 2487 has proudly served the Oconomowoc area since 1923, bringing these principles to life through programs serving Faith, Family, and Community. Sponsors fish fries and other parish events.
• American Heritage Girls (Troop WI-0214)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNon-profit organization dedicated to building women of integrity through service to God, family, community and country. Troop WI-0214 operates at St. Jerome Parish offering badge programs, service projects, girl leadership opportunities, and outdoor experiences for girls ages 5-18 with Catholic values and family involvement.
• Trail Life USA (Troop WI-0333)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChrist-centered organization for boys in grades K-12 dedicated to guiding generations of courageous young men to honor God, lead with integrity, serve others, and experience outdoor adventures. Provides scout-type experience with badge/award programs complementing Catholic and family values.
• St. Vincent de Paul SocietycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational Catholic charitable organization. St. Jerome Parish has a Mini Vinnies youth conference and coordinates with the Society to assist people in need of food, clothing, and financial aid. Helps assemble and distribute lunches in Waukesha.
• St. Vincent de Paul and Oconomowoc Food PantrycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMonthly food donations coordination between St. Jerome Parish and local food pantry to serve community members experiencing food insecurity.
• Our Lady of Fatima Home Visitation ProgramminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEvangelization and catechesis program focused on the message of Fatima. Parishioners can host a traveling Fatima Statue in their homes to pray for intentions.
• Shorehaven Health CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal health center where St. Jerome Parish volunteers transport wheelchair-bound residents to Catholic Mass on Thursdays and conduct monthly Bingo events for residents.
• School Choice WisconsinminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorState program allowing parents to use public funding for tuition at qualifying private schools. St. Jerome Parish School participates as a choice school option.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• St. Alphonsus Parish: Catholic parish in Brookfield/Greendale, WI with school and formation ministries under the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. Comparable in operating model — parish with attached K-8 school and comprehensive formation.
• St. John Vianney Parish: Catholic parish in Brookfield, WI under the Archdiocese of Milwaukee offering parish school, faith formation, and sacramental programs. Operates in the same suburban Milwaukee market and serves similar family demographics.
• St. Mary Visitation Parish: Catholic parish in Elm Grove, WI with parish school, faith formation programs, and liturgical services in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. Mirrors St. Jerome's structure as a parish-with-school serving a comparable suburban Waukesha County demographic.
• St. Mary's Parish (Waukesha): Catholic parish in Waukesha, WI under the Archdiocese of Milwaukee with associated school and formation programs. Operates with similar parish-school integration model in the same metropolitan area.
• St. Anthony on the Lake Parish: Catholic parish in Hartland, WI (Waukesha County) under the Archdiocese of Milwaukee with a K-8 parish school, faith formation, and multi-stream revenue model. Directly comparable in geography, scale, school operation, and sacramental/formation programming.
• Holy Apostles Parish: Catholic parish in New Berlin, WI under the Archdiocese of Milwaukee with parish school and Catholic formation offerings. Comparable operationally and geographically within Waukesha County.

Broad incumbents

• Seton Catholic Schools: Archdiocese of Milwaukee-sponsored consortium of K-8 Catholic elementary schools across the metropolitan area. A broader umbrella operating at scale rather than as a single parish-attached school; relevant comparator for tuition pricing, enrollment trends, and quality benchmarking.
• Catholic Memorial High School: Catholic co-educational secondary school in Waukesha, WI affiliated with the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. Although secondary rather than K-8, it is the principal feeder destination for St. Jerome Parish 8th-graders and represents the next-stage educational offering in the same Catholic market.

Others

• Cardinal Newman Society: National organization that issues the Newman Guide Seal earned by St. Jerome Parish School. Functions as a credentialing and advocacy body in the authentically-Catholic-education niche — a steward of the standards that differentiate credentialed Catholic schools.
• Catechesis of the Good Shepherd USA: National organization supporting the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) Montessori-based religious formation program used at St. Jerome across Levels 1-3. Functions as content/program provider enabling one of St. Jerome's distinctive programmatic offerings.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@st.jeromesoconomowoc6514/streams
• Facebookfacebook.com/profile.php?id=61567133462629

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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