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12 HOURS OF REFLECTION
Area priests will be available for the sacrament of Reconciliation at 11 parishes throughout the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. All are invited to take part in the Sacrament of Reconciliation by visiting one of the hosting parishes.
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ST. THOMAS CEMETERY COMMITTEE
Spring Clean-Up | Saturday, March 25th
If you have any items you would like to save and re-use, please remove
them by the TOMORROW, April 25th. All remaining winter and Christmas decorations will be removed and discarded on clean up day. Spring decorations and Easter memorials can be placed beginning on Palm Sunday, Sunday, April 2nd. Please refer to rules and regulations on the cemetery page of the parish website for details as to what is permitted. Thank you!
VISIT CEMETERY PAGE
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WISCONSIN YOUTH RALLY 2023
On March 18th, youth from St. Thomas and St. Clare attended the annual Wisconsin Catholic Youth Rally at Carroll University. It was a fun, educational Catholic growth experience with Worship Music, Games, Speakers, Confession, Adoration and Prayer. It was a loud, inspiring encounter!
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FAMILY FAITH FORMATION
On March 22nd we had our Family Faith Formation Reconciliation service at
St. Clare. The best part was eating s’mores afterwards!
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ST. CLARE CHRISTIAN WOMEN
Click below to read our latest news! All parish women are welcome to join us.
Our next meeting is Thursday, April 13th, at 6:30 pm in Holy Family Hall.
MARCH NEWS
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SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY
St. Thomas Christian Women will award $500 scholarships to two of our 2023 high school graduates! The students must be parishioners who are planning to pursue further education/training. Applications are available at the parish office or click the image above to access the fillable form on the parish website. Completed applications must be received by April 15th. Winners will be notified at their school’s award night. Questions? Contact Laverne Lewis at 262-210-8638.
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NOW HIRING! ST. THOMAS PRESCHOOL
Seeking a part time Lead/Assistant Teacher. Join our team! We provide a nurturing, playful, safe, and creative space children to learn and grow each day. Please send your questions and/or resume to Erika at erondeau@saintthomaswaterford.org
PRESCHOOL ENROLLMENT
Enrollment for the 2023-2024 school year has begun! Offering 3K and 4K programs, half or full-day options and extended care.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
ONLINE ENROLLMENT FORM
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR LENTEN FISH FRYS
Are you an awesome person who's always willing to lend a hand?
We are greatly in need of help tonight and next Friday.
The new Sign Up Genius includes more specific jobs and time slots.
Please be a hero, click below to sign up!
CLICK HERE > YES I'M AWESOME, SIGN ME UP! < CLICK HERE
or call Joan Blatnik at 262-534-5230
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TEEN VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
Great opportunity for service work hours, Lenten Fish Frys!
Take orders, bus tables, provide drinks and help out where needed!
Click below to sign up, many thanks!
FISH FRY TEEN SIGN UP
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PROMOTIONAL VIDEO FOR ST. THOMAS
We're seeking parish members to participate in a short video to showcase ourparish and encourage new and potential members. If you're interested,
please contact Ashley Kwasinski at ashleywessing@hotmail.com
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If you or someone you know is suffering from a loss, support is available. The Bereavement Ministry of St. Thomas has printed materials on the wall, outside the kitchen, in the church gathering space. It contains numbers, websites and locations for online, group, or one-on-one support.
VIEW SUPPORT RESOURCES
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PENNY POWER CANS & RICE BOWLS
Please return them with your donations before Palm Sunday. Thank you!
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HELPING HANDS FOOD PANTRY
Thank you for your donations! Monetary donations are also much appreciated. Checks payable to “Norway Lutheran Church”
with the notation of “Food Pantry” on the memo line.
Items needed: spaghetti, sauce, Spaghetti-O’s, canned or boxed potatoes, Hamburger Helper, paper towels, plastic/paper bags.
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ST. THOMAS FOOD PANTRY
Please help fill our pantry shelves. Thank you for your support and generosity!
Much needed items
Sugar | Flour | Tuna | Canned fruit | Ketchup | Mustard
Spaghetti Sauce
Various Chef Boyardee items
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HELP US GET THIS BUS ROLLING!
We need an additional 12 people to sign up in order to roll the bus.
Reservations and payment must be received by March 31st!
The trip is open to the community - not just seniors.
Tickets: $125 per person includes Motor Coach Transportation, Lunch, Theater Ticket, Taxes and all gratuities. Depart from St. Thomas’ Parking Lot at 9 AM, return at 6 PM. Questions? Email: cewald@saintthomaswaterford.org or call Peggy Liginski at (262)534-5233. The bus trip is sponsored by the Wind & Water Senior Fellowship Program and is open to the community.
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RESERVATIONS
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WIND & WATER MOVIES AT ST. CLARE
Risen (2016) | PG-13 | Wednesday | April 12th | 1 PM
St. Clare's Holy Family Hall
Roman military tribune Clavius remains set in his ways after serving 25 years in the army. He arrives at a crossroad when he's tasked to investigate the mystery of what happened to Jesus following the Crucifixion. As his journey takes him to places he never dreamed of, Clavius discovers the truth that he's been seeking.
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SENIOR FITNESS: VIRTUAL HIKING
Our next "hike" is April 5th, 10 - 10:45 AM
Virtual hikes from the Rocky Mountain Trails and Labyrinth. Measured "Hiking Trails" of .5, one and two miles. Scenic trails will be shown on the big screen as hikers are led through their paces.
Instructor: Peter Joy | peterjoy55@gmail.com for more information or questions
No sign up or registration required. Join us!
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ST. THOMAS FISH FRY | FRIDAY, MARCH 24TH
4 - 7 PM | Dine-In or Drive-Thru | Adults $13, Children $11
Baked or Beer Battered | French Fries | Homemade Coleslaw
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SYRENA POLISH FOLK DANCE ENSEMBLE
Święcone Polish Easter Buffet | April 2nd | 2 PM
Blessed Sacrament Church Hall | S. 41st St. & Oklahoma Ave. | Milwaukee
Adults: $25 | 12 & Under: $10
Guests will enjoy a variety of Polish Easter foods and desserts, entertainment, roaming accordionist, raffle and Polish folk items for sale.
LEARN MORE - BUY TICKETS
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CATHOLIC CENTRAL BASKETBALL OPEN GYM
April 1st, 15th, 22nd & 29th | 5 - 7 PM
No Cost | Open to current 5th - 8th Grade Boys
Questions? Contact Coach Steve Smith at SteveSmith@cchsnet.org
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ELIZABETH MINISTRY RETREAT
Saturday, April 15 | 9 AM - 1 PM
International Elizabeth Ministry Headquarters - Mukwonago
Continental Breakfast & Lunch will be Served
Calling all Elizabeth Ministers and women looking to grow or re-ignite the ministry in supporting women through the childbearing years and beyond. Connect with other Chapters | Receive Chapter Support and Resources.
FEATURING GUEST SPEAKER, SHEILA LUCK!
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CELEBRATION OF CATHOLIC SCOUTING
Saturday, April 22nd | Doors open at 3:30 pm
Mary Mother of the Church Pastoral Center | 3501 South Lake Dr., Milwaukee
Mass at 4:00 pm. (Please allow time to check in prior to Mass)
Mass will be followed by the presentation of adult awards for service to Catholic Scouting, recognition of Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts and American Heritage Girls who earned religious emblems/medals in the past year, and a simple supper.
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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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