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AV MINISTERS NEEDED!
Please consider offering your time to our AV Ministry to click through slides during Mass. Training is provided and it's very easy to do! If interested, please contact Carol at cewald@saintthomaswaterford.org, Blaise at Blaisebeaulier@outlook.com or call the parish office at (262)534-2255.
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St. Thomas April Parishioners of the Month: Barb and Todd Johnson
Please join Knights Council 8172 in congratulating Barb and Todd Johnson as our April Parishioners of the Month!
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Todd and Barb moved to the area in 2004, but it wasn't until 2014 that they joined St Thomas. Along the way they attended Country Fairs and met some very friendly people. They also participated in a Christmas Mass and simply liked the atmosphere here. Barb so enjoyed St. Thomas that she converted to Catholicism in April 2015. They will be celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary this year.
Barb and Todd are fixtures at the Saturday evening Mass. Both have been greeters and Eucharistic Ministers, and Todd is now an acolyte. Barb finds great joy in locating unique items for auction at the Country Fair, and both enjoy volunteering at the fair. They are thankful for the great friends they have made here at St Thomas, as well as "all the friends we are going to make."
Please congratulate Barb and Todd for their selection and thank them for all they do within the parish and community.
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THANK YOU FOR A SUCCESSFUL GUN RAFFLE
A big thanks to everyone who supported our annual gun raffle, proceeds of which go to our various charities. We sincerely appreciate all who purchased tickets and we look forward to putting the funds to good use in serving the parish and the community. Have a blessed Easter and thanks again. - Knights Council 8172
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St. Thomas Christian Women sponsor scholarships for parish high school seniors every year. Applications are currently being accepted through April 30th. Click below to fill it out, print and return.
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
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ST. THOMAS PRESCHOOL 2024-2025
Enrollment has begun for the 2024-25 school year! Our Catholic-based program offers a hands-on play curriculum and environment that nurtures the spiritual, social, emotional, and intellectual development of each child. Questions? Contact Erika Rondeau, Director at 262-534-2255 or email erondeau@saintthomaswaterford.org
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OUR LADY OF CHAMPION PILGRIMAGE
Join the St. Thomas Christian Women on Wednesday, May 8th, during the month of Mary, for a day of pilgrimage to the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion. This shrine honors the only approved apparition of Our Lady in the United States when she appeared to Adele Brise in 1859 in the frontier settlement east of Green Bay. The cost of $40 per person includes motorcoach transportation, a history talk, and boxed lunch. Registration and payment are due by April 24th.
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This film cinematically walks through the locations of the Holy Week story, re-presenting the most important days of human history.
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Jesus and His disciples traveled to Jerusalem for Passover. But this celebration wasn’t quite like those of years past. Follow along through His last meal with the disciples and the moments leading up to Jesus’ death.
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If you are a new member to St. Thomas parish this past year, you are invited to join us for dinner and fellowship after the 4:30 Mass on Saturday, April 13th. Please come and meet your fellow parishioners! | |
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ST. THOMAS PRECHOOL FAITH FORMATION
Please click below to view our new Preschool Faith Formation Calendar. We are now open for enrollment!
2024-2025 CALENDAR
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Preschool Faith Formation will be introducing the significance of the Adoration of the Eucharist for our students and young families. Our first introduction will be led by Fr. Johny on Sunday April 14th, following the 11:15 Mass. We are gratified to be able to provide this Special Presentation, it is open to all! Everyone is encouraged to attend. | |
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YOUNG AT HEART SENIOR PROM
Get ready to groove at the second annual Young at Heart Senior Prom! Dust off your dancing shoes because tickets are available for purchase after all weekend Masses. Relive the magic of prom night for just $25 per person. Your support will help make our 2024 teen mission trip to Logan County, West Virginia, a reality. Join us as we become the hands and feet of Jesus, serving the community and the disadvantaged. If you're unable to attend our event, but would like to show your support, donations are warmly welcomed and deeply appreciated. Thank you for your unwavering support!
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LOVE INC APRIL MEAL
St. Thomas is sponsoring the evening meal at Love, Inc. in Burlington on Monday, April 8th. We're serving a Meat Loaf dinner with cheesy potatoes green beans, salad, bread, fruit salad. Volunteers are needed to donate food, prep and serve. Questions? Contact Maureen at mjoy61@gmail.com.
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APRIL BLOOD DRIVE AT ST. THOMAS
Did you know? Versiti Blood Center of WI is the exclusive blood supplier for 56 hospitals across our state, so every donation is essential. Every two seconds, someone in need relies on life saving blood. Help us keep our community healthy! Appointments are highly encouraged. Secure your spot by visiting the link below, call Versiti Call Center at (877)232-4376, Pat (262)210-6879, Adrienne (262)456-7342 or Kim (262)758-0163.
RESERVE MY SPOT
MARCH RESULTS: 33 Registered Donors, 37 Units Collected, 111 Potential lives saved! Thank you!
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR SUNDAY, APRIL 21ST
St. Thomas is serving a meal at St. Vincent de Paul in South Milwaukee (9th & Madison). Volunteers are needed to serve. This is an excellent volunteer opportunity for families with children (age 8 - 17). We will depart St. Thomas parking lot at 2 pm and return at 7:15 pm. Volunteer activities include setup of dining room, serving food, and light clean up after the meal.
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HELPING HANDS FOOD PANTRY
Thanks for your donations, keep up the good work! Needed items include Bisquick, Cereal, Spaghetti/Sauce, Spaghetti O's, Hamburger Helper, Canned or boxed potatoes, toilet paper, plastic bags and Kleenex.
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ST. THOMAS FOOD PANTRY
Please help fill our pantry shelves. Thank you for your support and generosity!
Much needed items
Jelly, Spaghetti sauce, Chef Boyardee items, Sugar, Spaghettios.
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SENIOR FELLOWSHIP LUNCH & LEARN WITH BUNCO!
April 16th | 10:30 AM Bunco | Noon Lunch | 1 PM Presentation
Our April luncheon theme is "Springtime!" Enjoy hamburger sliders, an abundant salad bar, garden vegetable soup, seafood chowder and assorted desserts. Our guest speaker is Ann Loper, from the Southeastern Wisconsin Master Gardeners Society. Sign up required by April 12th, call either parish office or click link below.
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BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROL KING MUSICAL | FRIDAY, MAY 10TH
A PERFECT MOTHER'S DAY GIFT!
$125 per person Includes: Motorcoach Transportation, Lunch & your ticket to the show! Reservations and advance payment required, due April 5th. Minimum 30 Guests. To reserve your seat, click link below or call either Parish Office, St. Clare 262.895.2729 | St. Thomas 262.534.2255. Questions? Email: cewald@saintthomaswaterford.org. The bus trip is sponsored by the Wind & Water Senior Fellowship Program and is open to the community.
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HOST FAMILIES NEEDED
Attend this zoom session to answer all your questions about hosting. To join, send an email to hroberts@student-management.com, a zoom link to attend will be sent back to you. If you are unable to join, but would like more information, contact Penny at (262)749-0140.
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SIGN UP FOR SUMMER CAMPS!
A unique opportunity for personal growth and fun! Explore new interests, make new friends, gain confidence and expertise! Offering Soccor, Volleyball, Football, Girls & Boys Basketball and Dance.
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REMEMBER TO VOTE!
On April 2nd, Wisconsinites will go to the polls for the Presidential Primary Election, as well as the spring general election. Election cycles bring excitement and interest, but also discord and challenges. To help the Catholic faithful prepare for the elections, the Wisconsin Catholic Conference (WCC), which is the public policy voice of the Wisconsin bishops, offers resources to help Catholics reflect on what it means to be a faithful citizen. Click below to learn more.
WISCONSIN CATHOLIC CONFERENCE-FAITHFUL CITIZENSHIP
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DAY OF HEALING RETREAT
April 20th | 8 AM - 4:30 PM | Register by April 15th | Schoenstatt Sisters Retreat House in Waukesha. Whether you're still in the process of divorcing, or you've been divorced for years, this day of healing is offered to all. Explore divorce in a deeper, gentler way, including presentations that guide you in a relatiship with yourself, God and with others. Cost: $50 (Includes lunch). Financial assistance is available. People of all faiths are welcome! Questions? Contact Edell Schaefer ballintra@wi.rr.com
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