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Fr. Satheesh’s Corner – Spring 2026 – Celebrating Community
At St. Louis Center, community is not simply where we live or work. It is how we care for one another, celebrate one another, and walk alongside one another...
Fr. Satheesh’s Corner – Winter 2026 – Embrace the Mission
Dear Friends of St. Louis Center, We are running into a new year! As we do, I must look back on the amazing 2025 we had at the Center. With so many engaged...
Stories of Inspiration – Leading the Mission
Fr. Joseph was a joyful presence at St. Louis Center. Fr. Joseph Rinaldo’s dedication to serving those in need and his commitment to building communities of...
Stories of Inspiration: Bradley Herblet and Steven Wysocki
2025 Graduates: Bradley Herblet and Steven Wysocki Bradley Herblet Bradley Herblet is no stranger to change. When he joined the St. Louis Center community in...
Stories of Inspiration: A Season to Embrace the Mission
I would be remiss if I did not start out this letter with a most sincere thanks. As my second year of being CEO of St. Louis Center comes to a close, there is...
A Community Celebration
Laughter, conversation, and the aroma of delicious Italian food filled the air as nearly 100 guests gathered for this year’s Pasta and the Priests at St....
Stars Take the Stage
St. Louis Center Residents Dazzle the Stage Applause, laughter, and joyful energy filled the air as residents of St. Louis Center lit up the stage in a...
Spirit Week Brightens Winter Days
Gray skies and chilly temperatures didn’t stand a chance against the energy at St. Louis Center, where Day Program Coordinator Haylie Gottschalk brought a...
Their Night to Shine
Each year, the residents of St. Louis Center eagerly look forward to participating in the Tim Tebow Foundation’s global celebration, Night to Shine. This...
Caring for People with Disabilities: The Power of Music Therapy
Inner Rhythm Music Therapy On Monday mornings at St. Louis Center, the sound of music signals more than just a pleasant start to the week—it marks a time of...
Volunteer Spotlight: Deb Markewicz
Retirement Couldn't Keep Deb Away When Deb Markewicz retired from St. Louis...
Fr. Satheesh’s Corner – Spring 2026 – Celebrating Community
At St. Louis Center, community is not simply where we live or work. It is how...
Gratitude in Big and Small Ways
Families of residents at St. Louis Center see the impact of staff members...
A Community Celebration
Laughter, conversation, and the aroma of delicious Italian food filled the air...
Lenten Day of Service and Joy
Lent calls us to prayer and sacrifice. Students from Fr. Gabriel Richard High...
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Fun Raising Funds
Supporting the day-to-day operational needs at St. Louis Center
Building a Village
A growing community of amenities for people with I/DD
Daily Programs
Residents enjoy regular engaging and stimulating programs.
A Community Family
A staff with a mission to make a positive difference in the lives of residents
Stories of Inspiration: Christmas with the Community
A Season of Joy: Embracing the Mission This Christmas at St. Louis Center At St. Louis Center, Christmas is not just a season—it is a joyful way of life. Our...
Stories of Inspiration – Leading the Mission
Fr. Joseph was a joyful presence at St. Louis Center. Fr. Joseph Rinaldo’s dedication to serving those in need and his commitment to building communities of...
Stories of Inspiration: Bradley Herblet and Steven Wysocki
2025 Graduates: Bradley Herblet and Steven Wysocki Bradley Herblet Bradley Herblet is no stranger to change. When he joined the St. Louis Center community in...
Stories of Inspiration: A Season to Embrace the Mission
I would be remiss if I did not start out this letter with a most sincere thanks. As my second year of being CEO of St. Louis Center comes to a close, there is...
Stories of Inspiration: Konstant Kindness
At St. Louis Center, small acts of kindness go a long way, and today, our residents need your help. Items like socks, sweatpants, and undergarments are always...
Fr. Satheesh’s Corner – Winter 2026 – Embrace the Mission
Dear Friends of St. Louis Center, We are running into a new year! As we do, I...
Stories of Inspiration: Pampuch Family Embraces the Mission
The Vision The St. Louis Guanella Village was conceptualized in 2010, St....
Fr. Satheesh’s Corner – Fall 2025 – Embrace the Mission
Dear Friends of St. Louis Center, Greetings in the name of the Lord! As the...
Volunteer Spotlight: Knights Replace Roof
A dozen men from the Irish Hills Knights of Columbus Council completed their...
New Kitchen Takes Shape
The Backstory... On a journey of renovation, St. Louis Center has undergone...
Volunteer Spotlight: Deb Markewicz
Retirement Couldn't Keep Deb Away When Deb Markewicz retired from St. Louis Center's nursing department in 2023, she left behind more than a job. She left...
Fr. Satheesh’s Corner – Spring 2026 – Celebrating Community
At St. Louis Center, community is not simply where we live or work. It is how we care for one another, celebrate one another, and walk alongside one another...
Caring for People with Disabilities: Pet Therapy Brings Comfort and Connection
Since 2013, therapy dogs have brought comfort, companionship, and countless smiles to the residents of St. Louis Center. What began as occasional visits has...
Building More than Skills
Finding the Right Place: John's Journey to St. Louis Center For parents of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities, one question never...
Stars Take the Stage
St. Louis Center Residents Dazzle the Stage Applause, laughter, and joyful energy filled the air as residents of St. Louis Center lit up the stage in a...
Gratitude in Big and Small Ways
Families of residents at St. Louis Center see the impact of staff members every single day. From coordinating medical appointments and preparing specialized...
Prepared to Serve with Skill and Care
Before stepping into their roles at St. Louis Center, every new employee dives into a comprehensive and hands-on training journey. From bookkeepers and social...
Profiles of Guanellian Staff – Embarking on the Mission
Jackie Gordon Welcome to our new Development Director, Jackie Gordon. Jackie brings a seasoned background in relationship building, donor engagement, and...
Profiles of Guanellian Staff – Models of the Mission
Direct Care Worker Kaitlynn Leonard, Housekeeper Laurie Mathews, and Day Program Coordinator Haylie Gottschalk, work together to help their team win the...
Profiles of a Guanellian Staff – Devoted Staffers Retire
Ginny Wheaton In August 1978, Ginny Wheaton stepped into St. Louis Center to cover a neighbor’s vacation shift in the kitchen, and never looked back. Sr....