Meet Parishioner Carolyn Heuss: Joyfully Sharing Faith and Love for the Eucharist

Summer is just around the corner! While other recent high school graduates may be working, playing a sport, or soaking up time with friends before moving to college, Carolyn Heuss will be sharing what she learned at Confirmation with youth from across Wisconsin as a counselor at Camp Tekakwitha in Shawano. The Catholic camp is a ministry of the Diocese of Green Bay. Having attended “Camp Tek” before, Carolyn looks forward to the summer.

“It’s an amazing camp,” Carolyn says. “I’ve worked at camps before, and I really enjoy that. I’m excited to be a part of this important ministry this summer.”

Carolyn received the Sacrament of Confirmation in early 2022. Her sister-in-law, Brandy, is an inspiration to her, so much so that Carolyn chose her as her sponsor. Carolyn chose Esther for her Confirmation saint because Esther’s life and leadership touched her. She enjoyed learning more about her faith and the saints through Confirmation classes — and she most enjoyed getting to hear what Brandy had to share.

“She recently came into the church, actually,” Carolyn says. “She is somebody who I can count on to continually remind me of my faith and who I am trying to be.”

Before the COVID-19 pandemic, Carolyn was involved with the Youth Group. Now, she devotes her extra time to Eucharistic Adoration. Spending time with Jesus in adoration is so special to Carolyn.

“It’s really a blessing to be with Jesus,” she says. “I love the time for quiet, silent prayer.”

After graduation, Carolyn plans to further her studies in business. Wherever she attends school, she knows she will continue to practice the faith.

“What I love about being Catholic is the relationship that we have with Jesus through the Eucharist,” she says. “That’s what is so special about the Catholic Church. We believe Jesus is truly present in the Eucharist.”

In her free time, Carolyn enjoys being with friends and family. As the middle child of six, she has nieces and nephews with whom she loves to spend time. Carolyn also enjoys reading and studying.

Carolyn Heuss on a trip to Roan Mountain State Park