My name is Connie Helm and I am humbled and excited to take on the role of Director of Development at St. Gabriel. I have greatly enjoyed serving as the Auction Chair for the past three years (2022-2024) and am eager to further my service to the community of St. Gabriel Parish.

Our family moved to the town of Erin in 2019 and have been St. Gabriel parishioners since 2020. Prior to that, we went wherever the U.S. Army instructed us to during my husband’s 21 years of active duty service. After his retirement in 2020, he took a position with the Department of Veterans Affairs. We have four children who have been at Catholic schools since pre-kindergarten. An education grounded in our faith was essential to us, no matter where we lived at the time. Charlotte (16) is a St, Gabriel alumnus and a current junior at Slinger High School. Maddie (13), Wyatt (7), and Isabel (5) are all students at St. Gabriel School. We are overjoyed to be settled in this beautiful piece of Wisconsin. I have had a very diverse professional background that adapted to the needs of my husband’s career and our growing family. Over the years I have served in positions related to strategic planning, policy development, event planning & execution, healthcare, and client service. When I could not work outside of the home, I made it my focus to volunteer and serve at our church or within our military family network. Service to others is a fundamental aspect of my life and I hope to continue to serve our
community for many years to come.

Most recently I have served as the Private Event Caterer to the Archbishop of Milwaukee and as a part-time chef at St. Francis de Sales Seminary. My passion for cooking and desire to serve others has led me to a special affinity for St. Martha of Bethany. She helps remind me of the need to show hospitality but to also focus our minds on our Lord. In addition to my love for cooking, I also enjoy gardening, fishing, hiking, running, reading, and praying the rosary.

I am looking forward to building long-lasting relationships with the staff, families, and volunteers of St. Gabriel Parish.