A big thank you to the Senior Fellowship Pickleball players for their generous cash donation to the St. Thomas Food Pantry and to all those who donated over the holidays. Your support is appreciated and will help so many throughout our community. | |
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If you're a parent of a son/daughter (5th grade thru high school) that might be interested in helping during Mass as a youth server, please have a discussion with them and share the following:
- We are collecting names of those interested through January with training in February.
- After training, we will slowly assign tasks to our new youth servers based on their interest.
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Please assure your son/daughter that we will NEVER ask them to do anything they are not comfortable or ready to do. We appreciate them coming forward and will work with each one individually to increase responsibilities at THEIR pace and comfort level.
- If you have a 4th grader that is excited about helping in this Ministry and simply can’t wait until 5th grade, we would entertain accepting him or her.😊
- We would like a parent to attend one of the training sessions so they can see what is required as well as articulate their child’s Mass preferences and other needs.
- Youth already Confirmed can become an ADULT Acolyte with the same shadowing/training OR refresher training.
If you're interested or would like to learn more, please contact:
Thank you for considering this reverent responsibility.
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ELIZABETH MINISTRY BABY SHOWER
Baby Shower donations at St. Clare will go to Life Choices in Burlington and Diaper Drive donations at St. Thomas will go to Life's Connection in Mukwonago. Donations accepted January 6th through the 28th. Questions? Please contact
St. Clare: Sandy Stokely (262) 895-7256, St. Thomas: Stephanie Gotcher stephanie@gotcherfamily.com, Katy O’Connor: katy@oconnorfamily.net or Mary Hoffman mary.hoffman@hotmail.com
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NEW! CROCHET CLASS
Have you always wanted to learn how to crochet or would you like to share your skills with someone who's learning? St. Clare will offer crochet classes on Thursday mornings from 10 AM - Noon, beginning January 18th in Holy Family Hall. Our goal is to crochet prayer shawls for those who need them. Please call Sandy Stokely at (262) 895-7256 to sign up.
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FUNDRAISER FOR CATHOLIC EDUCATION
Join us Sunday, January 28th for the Knights of Columbus 26th annual Pancake Breakfast at St. Thomas (school hall). This is a “free will” event, but donations are gladly accepted and appreciated to help support Catholic Education. Breakfast will be served from 8 to 11:30 AM, enjoy pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, coffee, milk, and juice. Bring the whole family!
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Please contribute an item for our themed classroom baskets to be auctioned at the St. Thomas Country Fair. Your support is appreciated! Bring your items to the next class. Donations are themed by grade. 4K-1st: Baby Care, Clothing/Toys, 2nd: Coffee/Tea & Chocolate, 3rd: Games for Trips, 4th: Bird Watcher. 5th: Patriotic, 6th: Hispanic Cuisine & Culture, 7th: Beach/Pool/Picnic, 8th: Italian Cuisine & Culture, High School: Wisconsin Sports | | |
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ST. CLARE HUMAN CONCERNS FOOD PANTRY DONATIONS CONTEST
Attention Faith Formation students! Please bring a non-parishable food item to the next class to benefit the Helping Hands Food Pantry!
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JANUARY BLOOD DRIVE AT ST. THOMAS
Appointments are encouraged, and walk-ins are also welcome (as space allows). Want to double your impact? Consider a dual red donation, or invite a friend and save lives together! Eligibility Questions? Call (877) 232-4376!
to reserve your spot, click link below or Call Pat (262)210-6879 or Adrienne (262)456-7342.
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Give blood, watch hockey! As a thank you, all attempting donors will receive an Admirals code to redeem for one FREE ticket to any home game in January or February. PLUS you will be entered for a chance to win an SUV!* | |
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ST. VINCENT DE PAUL JANUARY MEAL
St. Thomas will be serving a meal at St. Vincent de Paul on 9th & Madison in Milwaukee. Please consider volunteering! Sunday, January 21st, we will depart St. Thomas parking lot at 3 PM. Click below to sign up. Thank you! Questions? Contact Peter Joy at peterjoy55@gmail.com.
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HELPING HANDS FOOD PANTRY
Thanks for your donations, keep up the good work! Needed items include Pancake Mix, Bisquick, Cake and cookie mixes, Spaghetti Sauce, Hamburger Helper, Canned or boxed potatoes and Kleenex. Highlighted food and non-food items for January: Mac n cheese, Paper Towels.
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ST. THOMAS FOOD PANTRY
Please help fill our pantry shelves. Thank you for your support and generosity!
Much needed items
Ketchup, salad dressing, pudding, jello and sugar
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Join us for some family fun! Meet other Catholic families in a safe place for children to burn off energy. RSVP: Katy 414-881-7810 or katy@oconnorfamily.net | |
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SHEEPSHEAD TOURNAMENT
St. Clare’s Holy Family Hall. $10.25 Entry Fee - 100% Payout. Call an Ace format, Three Rounds, 5-Player Games Only (payout dependent on number of players). First Round at 6 PM, 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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Too many crafts, not enough time? Come and play and CRAFT the day away! Saturday, January 20th | 8 AM - 8 PM | St. Thomas School Hall
Come and go as you please! $25 per table (includes 8 foot table and 2 chairs)
Reserve a day to spread out your craft items and work without interruptions.
Meet other crafters! To learn more and register, call Katy at 414.881.7810 or email katy@oconnorfamily.net
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NEW! TAI CHI EVENING CLASS
FREE & Open to the Community, Age 18 and Up! January 9th - February 6th, Tuesdays | 6:15 - 7:15 PM | Limit 20 Participants. St. Thomas Cafe (lower level) enter door #12 off St. Thomas Street. Instructor: Peter Joy.
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JANUARY LUNCH WITH BUNCO & ELVIS!
Join us for a Hawaiian Luau! First, a friendly round of Bunco, followed by a Polynesian inspired buffet and entertainment by the award-winning Logan Ramey, performing his Tribute to Elvis! Wear your Hawaiian shirt, hula skirt or
Muumuu! Also, new to our monthly luncheons, the Give & Take Exchange! January's theme is: Puzzle Swap! Bring one you've done and take another new to you! Register by January 12th by calling either parish office: St. Clare 262-895-2729 | St. Thomas 262-534-2255 or click the link below. Bring a friend! Goodwill Donations Accepted.
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2024 TAI CHI SESSIONS FOR SENIORS 60+
Join us for Tai Chi and Qigong classes in the St. Thomas Uhen Center.
Session 1: January 2 - February 8 | Tuesdays and Thursdays | 8:45 - 9:45 AM
Session 2: April 9 - May 16 |Tuesdays and Thursdays | 8:45 - 9:45 AM
Open to all community seniors, parish membership not required.
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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, beginning January 9th. 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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LOVE, LAW & CIVIL DISOBEDIENCE
The Archdiocese of Milwaukee's Black Catholic Ministry Commission and St. Martin de Porres Catholic church invited you to a prayer service in honor of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Attended by Archbishop Listecki and Milwaukee Chief Judge Ashley on Saturday, January 13th at 1:30 PM at St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church, 3114 N. 2nd St. in Milwaukee. Lunch reception to follow.
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Elizabeth Ministry International is very excited to offer upcoming overnight Mother & Daughter Retreats at our Headquarter Retreat Center, Zechariah House in Kaukauna. This is an amazing way to strengthen this beautiful relationship with a fun and faith-filled experience and make special memories.
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Caritas Christi Bus Trip to Beautiful Vermont!
Sunday, June 2nd - Saturday, June 8th, 2024. Departs from St. Vincent Pallotti East Church at 8 AM. $950 per person, double occupancy (Single $1269, Triple: $930 per person). Reserve your spot with $75 by February 2nd. Final pament due March 26th. For more information, call Fr. Leon Martin, SAC at 414.331.1273 or Diamon Tours at 800.336.5711.
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