9/23/2022 | Volume 143

PRAYER FOR PRIESTS

O God, who made you Only Begotten Son Eternal High Priest,

 grant that those he has chosen as ministers and stewards of your mysteries

may be found faithful in carrying out the ministry they have received.

Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You 

in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God forever and ever. Amen.

St. John Vianney, Pray For Us

PRAYER FOR THE 108TH WORLD DAY OF MIGRANTS & REFUGEES

September 25, 2022

Lord, make us bearers of hope, so that where there is darkness,

your light may shine, and where there is discouragement,

confidence in the future may be reborn.

Lord, make us instruments of justice, so that where there is exclusion,

fraternity may flourish, and where there is greed, a spirit of sharing may grow.

Lord, make us builders of your Kingdom, together with migrants

and refugees and with all who dwell on the peripheries.

Lord, let us know how beautiful it is to live together as brothers and sisters.

Amen

Pope Francis | Rome, Saint John Lateran | May 9, 2022

On Sunday Sept 18th, our Confirmation candidates (including 35 Juniors)

from both St. Clare and St. Thomas, were officially welcomed by the Church!

We look forward to walking with them on their faith journey.

Confirmation 2023:  April 30th | St. Thomas | 2 PM

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ST. CLARE DYNAMIC MEN'S GROUP 

Join us for “The Acts of the Apostles: the Spread of the Kingdom,”

a bible study by Jeff Cavins. The program tells the story of how a few

Christian men helped to spread Jesus’ message to a broken world.

20 week program begins Monday, September 26, 2022

Monday Evenings | 7 – 8:30 PM | St. Clare's lower level

The men’s group is devoted to help men of all ages get closer to Christ by studying the word of God with other men to make us better husbands, fathers, sons, and brothers. 

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PET BLESSING 2022

In celebration of the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi.

Bring your furry, feathered, reptilian and fishy friends!

 Be sure to have your pets safe and under control with a leash or carrier.

MONDAY | OCTOBER 3RD | 7 PM | ST. CLARE

The Franciscan community invites you to the celebration of the Transitus. Join us for this beautiful liturgy in celebrating St. Francis' embrace of the Sister Death and his firm hope in the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. 

MISSION TRIP 2023 | JULY 22 - 29 | LEECH LAKE MINNESOTA

We will travel to a Native American reservation and assist

the Ojibwa people and local community.

Informational Meeting | Monday, October 3rd | St. Thomas | 6:30 PM 

Learn exactly what we will be doing and what you can expect! 

Click below to sign up for the meeting and receive a reminder.

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PRAYER CHAIN NETWORK

The St. Thomas Prayer Chain began in February of 2000, everyone is invited to participate in our network, you don't have to be a parish member.

Not a place for gossip or discussion, but a place where all can freely

bring forth their heartfelt prayers. Your prayers are kept confidential,

unless name(s) are requested for inclusion. 

To join, contact Marge at 262-332-7516 (landline, no texts)

or via email at margemahnke5@gmail.com 

ST. CLARE MEN'S SOCIETY SHEEPSHEAD TOURNAMENT & FALL SOCIAL

Friday, September 23rd at 6 PM | St. Clare's Holy Family Hall

 Enjoy an evening with your fellow Parishioners!

FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!

Enjoy cards, cribbage, dominos or bring-your-own board games!

Free Food, beer, wine & soda (Donations accepted)

  Questions? Contact: Mike at (414)550-7564 or stclaremens@gmail.com

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50th ANNUAL WILD GAME DINNER

We are currently seeking meat donations.

We can help arrange pick up, processing and storing!

Please contact Mikki (262)210-3168 or Scott (414) 581-3157

SHARE YOUR COOKING SKILLS!

Make a batch of your favorite casserole or soup, freezer friendly preferred. September 24 - 25th: & October 1 - 2

Containers/instructions will be provided after all Masses

Questions? Call Andrea at 414-870-3648

Are you a TikToker? A movie-making marvel? A video taking talent?

St. Thomas Stewardship Committee WANTS YOU to help us make high quality promotional videos. Please consider sharing your time & talent! Please contact Emily at emily.gilanyi@gmail.com

A special thank you to Margo Roslawski for her years of service on the St. Clare Finance Council. She has recently stepped down. All her time and effort is greatly appreciated and just a small part of everything Margo does for St. Clare. 

St. Clare Finance Council Current Members:  

Amy Lange, Chair | John Funke | Jon Kis | Brian Pesch

Ex Officio: Fr. Ed Tlucek | Gail Datka, Trustee | Michael Leshok, Trustee

Their expertise and commitment to the financial health of the parish is invaluable. The Finance Council's responsibilities include the annual budget, investments, financial procedures/policies, buildings/grounds and fundraising.

FIRESIDE BUS TRIP

Reservations and Advance Payment of $50.00 (Non-refundable) is required.

The balance is due 6 weeks prior to the show (October 16th).

To reserve your seat, contact Dawn Tierney at 262.598.0369

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PICKLEBALL, WALKING, TAI CHI & MORE!

Pickleball: Mon, Thurs, & Fri | 12 - 2 PM | STA Uehn Center 

We supply the nets and balls, bring your own paddle. 

Beginners are welcome!

Be sure to check the calendar and join us for fun and fellowship!

Questions? Contact Peggy at pliginski@gmail.com 

or Carol at cewald@saintthomaswaterford.org 

PROGRAM INFORMATION

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TOUR OF LIFE'S CONNECTION IN MUKWONAGO

Tuesday September 27, 2022 at 11 AM

(Departing St. Clare's parking lot at 10 AM)

Life’s Connection is a Catholic pregnancy support and family resource

center that serves the local community, Southeastern Wisconsin and the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. This is a great opportunity to see our Baby Bottle Campaign money in action! The men of the parish are encouraged to join us. There will be a sign-up sheet in the narthex. Drivers are needed! 

Questions? Contact Debbie Klamert debbieklamert@yahoo.com

ART & WINE WALK 2022

Saturday, September 24th | 4 - 8 PM

Main St. | Downtown Waterford

The Art Walk is Free!

The Wine Walk is hosted at the same time and begins at 1st and Main.

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We thank our loyal sponsors!

A complete list of our sponsors can be found here.

Please support them whenever possible

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