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A SMALL STONE
Are you seeking fresh ideas for Lent to deepen your lenten journey? Avellina Balestri shares five spiritual exercises to implement during this holy season. It is common to give up something in particular. However, it should also be emphasized that adding new practices of spiritual devotion is equally fitting for this sacred period of cleansing, contemplation, and renewal. Click below to view personal practices and concepts to deepen your Lenten Journey. In conjuction with these practices, small stones will be available at both St. Clare and St. Thomas for parishioners to carry as a Lenten reminder.
5 SPIRITUAL EXERCISES FOR LENT
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ARCHBISHOP LISTECKI'S UPCOMING RETIREMENT
As required by canon law of all bishops who reach age 75, Archbishop Jerome E. Listecki will submit his resignation to the Holy Father on March 12th. He will continue to serve as Milwaukee’s Archbishop until Pope Francis accepts his retirement and appoints a new Archbishop for Milwaukee.
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CATHOLIC STEWARDSHIP APPEAL 2024
From helping people find affordable housing to sharing the Gospel with students from kindergarten through college, your gift to the Catholic Stewardship Appeal makes a huge impact in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee.
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ATTENTION ST. CLARE PARISHIONERS
Please forgive our error. The Heritage Fund contribution totals for January 2024 were not calculated correctly. The February contribution statements will have the correct totals. The 2023 year-end totals are correct.
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Hospitality Weekends are once a month (except December). Parish families, committees or groups are encouraged to host! Your family/group can bring and serve whatever you wish following the Mass you choose. Ideas include; coffee, juice and donuts, fruit/veggie platters, bagels and cream cheese, ham and rolls, cheese and sausage platters, hot soup and rolls. The possibilities are endless! Your group is responsible for set up and clean up. Click below to sign up. Questions? Call Pat Popp (262)895-6369.
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Be aware of unusual emails that look like they're from Fr. Johny, but the email address is not his. They may ask for money, credit card information, etc. Please delete, do not reply. | |
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Please join Knights Council 8172 in congratulating Tom and Rita Pisarski as our February Parishioners of the Month! | |
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Tom and Rita have been members here at St Thomas since 1997 when they moved here from Greendale. The Pisarski’s have two daughters (Carrie and Cathy) and one grandson, Mitchell, who was baptized in the original St Thomas church. Rita and Tom have now retired after enjoying long, successful careers. Tom as a District Sales Manager and Rita as a bank Supervisor. They are a “fixture” at 8 am Sunday Mass and Rita is active as a Eucharistic Minister, a member of the St. Thomas Christian Women and volunteers along with Tom at the Country Fair. They are both dedicated members of the Waterford community at large. They spend countless hours working with a variety of fraternal groups and events. They are truly a blessing to our parish and the community and it is wonderful to see them as committed as ever to each other and the parish. Please congratulate them and thank them for all they do and for being such great role models of martial devotion and faith. | |
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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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All married couples of St Thomas and St Clare are invited to celebrate World Marriage Day on Saturday, February 10, as Valentine's Day approaches! Join us at St Thomas for the 4:30 pm Mass and a special blessing, followed by a catered dinner in the Gathering Space. A lovely opportunity to honor your marriage sacrament with other parish couples. This annual tradition is sponsored and served by St Thomas Christian Women. There is no cost, however reservations are required. Please contact Anne-Marie Frey at (262)210-5911 by Wednesday, February 7th. | |
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LENTEN FISH FRYS 2024
Mark your calendars! This year's Fish Frydays are February 23rd, March 1st, March 15th, and March 22nd. March 8th is excluded due to Wild Game Dinner set up. We’re always in need of volunteers! If you’re awesome and want to help out, click link below or call Joan at 262-534-5230. Thank you!
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TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
Dinner: $40 Each | ATV Raffle: $25 Each or 5/$100 (2024 Polaris Sportsman 450 H.O.). Volunteers are needed before, during and after the event. A great service opportunity for students! Many hands make light work! Seeking raffle donations: Sporting Goods, Sporting Apparel, Game tickets, or ANY other Donation item. Questions? Contact Mikki 262-210-3168 or Scott 414-581-3157.
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All are welcome to join us for a Lent Activity! There will be a second activity on February 26th at St. Clare. Details coming soon! | |
ST. THOMAS PRESCHOOL FAITH FORMATION
Another busy class for our Preschool Faith Formation students as we usher in February learning about St. Valentine and the meaning of Lent. In this project preschoolers are discovering love in a variety of ways as depicted in their project. This visual symbolized the love seated in our hearts, the love of Jesus on the cross and the love of hands reaching out! | | |
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Space is still available for a February Cruise!
Join us in the adventure on the “SS Noah's Ark."
February 18th | St. Thomas Gathering Space | 12:15 PM
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WISCONSIN CATHOLIC YOUTH RALLY 2024
Saturday, March 16th, 10 AM - 6 PM. All middle school and high school students are invited to join us for this powerful and prayerful day-long worship experience where students can strengthen their relationship with Jesus alongside hundreds of teens from around the Archdiocese. Our faith formation directors will be coordinating transportation for the group and all fees are covered.
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PERMISSION SLIP
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THIS SUNDAY IS “SOUPER” BOWL SUNDAY!
Please donate cans or cases of soup for the annual “Souper-Bowl” Sunday weekend! There are designated containers in St. Clare's narthex and St. Thomas' gathering space. Donations will go directly to the Norway Helping Hands Food Pantry and the St. Thomas Food Pantry. Contribute what you can to kick-off our souper-bowl before the game. Thank you!
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YOUR LENTEN ALMS PROVIDE SUPPORT
Beginning Ash Wednesday, St. Clare and St. Thomas will have Penny Cans and Rice Bowls available. St. Clare's Penny Can Campaign will help the mission of the Schoenstatt Sisters. St. Thomas' Lenten Rice Bowls will help Catholic Relief Services feed the hungry around the world. Thank you for your donations!
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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
Spaghetti Sauce, Chef Boyardee (any variety), Ranch Salad Dressing, Ramen Noodles, Cereal, instant Oatmeal,
Laundry detergent.
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Join us for Sheepshead tonight, Friday, February 9th in St. Clare's Holy Family Hall. Doors open at 5:30. Free snacks, beer, water and soda. Donations accepted. $10.25 Entry Fee - 100% Payout. 6 PM First Round, 7 PM Second Round, 8 PM Final Round. Questions? Contact Mike Czysz at 414.550.7564 or email StClareMens@gmail.com | |
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WIND & WATER MOVIES
The Mighty Macs (2009) | Rated G
Wednesday, February 28th at 1 pm in the St. Thomas Gathering Space. Join us for this comedic drama about an all-girl Catholic college basketball team and their determined coach. All are welcome!
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FEBRUARY LUNCH WITH BUNCO & THE NORWAY FIRE DEPT
Join us for our February Lunch! First, a friendly round of Bunco, followed by lunch and a presentation by the Norway Fire Dept: Emergency Preparedness for Seniors. Give & Take Exchange: February's theme is Book Swap! Bring books you've read and take another new to you! Register by February 18th by calling either parish office: St. Clare 262-895-2729 | St. Thomas 262-534-2255 or click the link below. Wear red or pink! Bring a friend! Goodwill Donations Accepted.
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NEW! WOMEN'S WELLNESS THROUGH MOVEMENT
Tuesdays and Thursdays in the St. Thomas Uhen Center, 8:45-9:45 beginning February 13th. Sign-up is required, limited to 15 participants. A fun combination of Tai Chi, exploration of movement, and breathwork to improve balance, breathing, relaxation, and freedom of movement. Instructor: Gail Willert.
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NEW! CARDS & GAMES
Get your game on and join us the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month in the St. Thomas Gathering Space, 12:30 - 3:30 PM. Our next get together is Tuesday, February 13th. Cards and shufflers provided, feel free to bring your own games too! Learn a new game, teach others your favorite, or challenge a fellow pro! Each table decides which game to play. Snacks and water provided or carry-ins welcome. Open to all community seniors, parish membership not required.
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FIRESIDE BUS TRIP
“FIDDLER ON THE ROOF” | FRIDAY, MARCH 22nd
$125 per person Includes: Motorcoach Transportation, Lunch & your ticket to the show! Reservations and advance payment required, due February 19th. 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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