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FATHER JOSEPH WALIJEWSKI LEGACY GUILD

Promote the priestly zeal of Father Joseph Walijewski. Bring knowledge of his exemplary life to others. Collect and archive information about his life and work. The Father Joseph Walijewski Legacy Guild was started on March 19, 2013 when an edict was hung on the doors of The Cathedral of St. Joseph the Workman. Membership is open to everyone interested in supporting the Guild’s mission and purpose.

CASA HOGAR JUAN PABLO II

Casa Hogar is a home for youth in Peru with the mission of delivering high quality care in a family environment. Over the years, our organization has provided many children with a safe and caring environment where they gain the confidence to develop skills that empower and enable them for a more promising future.

Learn more information on sponsoring our children or Mission Trips to Peru.

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Champion of the Poor

This action-packed, full-color comic book biography tells the inspiring life story of Father Joe Walijewski, priest of the Diocese of La Crosse, Wisconsin and founder of the Casa Hogar orphanage in Peru. 

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Father  Joseph Walijewski founded Casa Hogar 35 years ago.

Father  Joseph Walijewski founded Casa Hogar 35 years ago.

His legacy, impact and mission spirit live on today. His Cause for Canonization is open in Rome and The Father Joseph Walijewski Legacy Guild works to continue to build missionary works around the world in his honor,  increase awareness, prayer and work in parish...

Casa Hogar Graduates—What’s Next?

Casa Hogar Graduates—What’s Next?

Since she was just 6 years old, Ena has called Casa Hogar home. Born in the jungle and moved to the Villa El Salvador Slum at 2 ½ to live with her...

Going The Distance for Casa Hogar

Going The Distance for Casa Hogar

For Laura Pavela Castillo, Casa Hogar has held a special place in her heart since 1996. The third of six girls, Laura and four of her sisters have...

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