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DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME
Spring forward! Don't miss Sunday Mass, be sure to turn your clocks forward one hour this Sunday, March 12th!
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WOMEN'S AFTERNOON OF REFLECTION
All women of St. Thomas and St. Clare are invited to enrich your Lenten journey. Our guest speaker this year is Sr. Linda Greenwood OSF, a retired Franciscan spirituality and retreat director. Her theme is “Lenten Treasures: Table, Garden, Cross, New Life”. This mini-retreat will include silent meditation between Sister's reflections, the parish Divine Chaplet will follow. Sponsored by St. Thomas Christian Women. No cost, reservations required (include name & parish) Contact Rita Pisarski at 262-617-0555 or the St. Thomas Parish office at (262)534-2255.
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STATIONS OF THE CROSS FOR SENIORS
Monday, March 20th | 1 - 3 PM | St. Clare Parish
Join us for reflections on the Stations of the Cross. A mini-retreat focused on the stations and how they relate specifically to senior citizens (55+). Please come and bring a friend, for an afternoon of prayer, discussion and refreshments.
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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. PATRICK'S DAY DISPENSATION
“A feast day in the Church means what it says – it calls for celebratory feasting,” Archbishop Listecki said. “However, Catholics who partake in the St. Patrick’s Day feast are encouraged to engage in another sacrificial or charitable act that day or give up meat on another day.” Enjoy a hearty bowl of Irish Stew!
IRISH STEW RECIPE
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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 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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MISSION TRIP 2023 PLANNING MEETING
Monday, March 13th | St. Thomas Cafeteria | 6:30 PM
For all those going on our Mission Trip. If you missed sign up, please come to the meeting and email legrosmaureen@gmail.com to get on our waiting list.
RSVP ONLINE
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JUNIOR RETREAT 2023
View highlights from our very successful retreat, smiles all around!
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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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SOME HEROES DON'T WEAR CAPES!
Are you an awesome person who's always willing to lend a hand?
PLEASE consider joining the very elite, Fish Fry Clean-Up Crew.
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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We're serving Booyah (Friendship) Stew, salad, dinner rolls and dessert.
Please drop off food donations this weekend before 11:15 Mass on Sunday.
SIGN UP TO DONATE OR VOLUNTEER
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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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MARCH LUNCH & LEARN: HOW TO KEEP YOUR BRAIN HEALTHY
Join us for a delicious lunch of Pork Loin Roast with sides, dessert and beverages, followed by a presentation by Kimberly Meitner from the Racine Co. Resource Center for Aging and Disability. Healthy brain, healthy YOU! Registration required by March 18th. Call either parish office or Peggy at (262)534-5233, or click the link below. Goodwill donations accepted. Wear green and bring a friend!
REGISTER ONLINE
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SENIOR FITNESS: VIRTUAL HIKING
Our next "hike" is March 15th, 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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SENIOR FITNESS: TAI CHI
Session 4: February 14th - March 23rd | Session 5: April 18th - May 4th
Limit 20 participants | Tuesdays and Thursdays | 8:45 - 9:30 AM
Instructor: Peter Joy | peterjoy55@gmail.com for more info/questions
Registration required for each session.
REGISTER FOR TAI CHI
If you have any questions about the Senior Fellowship Program, Contact Peggy at pliginski@gmail.com or Carol at cewald@saintthomaswaterford.org
PROGRAM INFORMATION
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BUS TRIP TO THE FIRESIDE
Reservations and advance payment required, due March 31st.
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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ST. THOMAS FISH FRY | FRIDAY, MARCH 17TH
4 - 7 PM | Dine-In or Drive-Thru | Adults $13, Children $11
Baked or Beer Battered | French Fries | Homemade Coleslaw
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ST. FRANCIS DE SALES LENTEN MISSION
No sign up is necessary. Come for one day or all three days of spiritual and inspirational enlightenment. Our speaker, Fr. Joe Laramie is the National Director of the Pope's Worldwide Prayer Network, a National Preacher for the Eucharistic Revival and author of two books.
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MARCH SHEEPSHEAD TOURNAMENT TONIGHT!
$10.25 Entry Fee - 100% Payout | Call an Ace format | 3 Rounds
Limited to 5 player games only. Light snacks, beer, soda and water available. Free event, donations accepted. Questions? Call Mike Czysz at 414-550-7564 or email stclaremens@gmail.com
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TODAY IS THE LAST CHANCE TO GET TICKETS - NOT AVAILABLE DAY OF EVENT
TICKETS...Dinner: $40 ea | ATV Raffle: $25 ea or 5/$100
Win a 2023 Polaris Sportsman 450 H.O.
To volunteer or buy tickets, please contact:
Mikki (262)210-3168 | Scott (414) 581-3157
St. Thomas Parish Office (262)534-2255 or click links below
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ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE
FRIDAY, MARCH 17TH | 6:30 PM
Join us for the First Annual Waterford St. Patrick’s Day Parade!
Waterford Lions Club will be collecting non-perishable food items (and handing out cool swag) along the parade route to replenish community food banks, including the
St. Thomas Food Pantry! Parade route begins at Zeb's, heads west on Main to MobCraft Beer (old firehouse). See you there and don't forget to wear your festive green garb!
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AMAZING GRAYS MARCH LUNCHEON
Wednesday | March 15 | 11 - 2 PM
Serving split pea and beef vegetable barley soup and sandwiches along with homemade desserts. Gluten Free options available upon request. All area seniors are welcome to attend! Freewill offerings accepted. Enjoy entertainment provided by the Celtic Gypsies.
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MEALS ON WHEELS FOR SENIORS
This nationwide program provides older Americans nutritious meals and safety checks at little to no cost. The meals can be delivered to your home if you meet eligibility requirements, or you can go to a congregate nutrition site for socialization and food. If you struggle with isolation and meal prep, then Meals on Wheels could provide ease and companionship.
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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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