Wind & Water Newsletter

04/07/2023 | Volume 172

GOOD FRIDAY 4/7

St. Clare 1 pm

St. Thomas 7 pm

WORSHIP AID

HOLY SATURDAY 4/8

Blessing of Baskets

St. Clare 10 am

St. Thomas 11 am

Easter Vigil at St. Thomas 8 pm

WORSHIP AID

EASTER SUNDAY 4/9

St. Thomas | 8 am | 11:15 am

St. Clare 9:30 am

WORSHIP AID

The following services will be live streamed at St. Thomas:

4/6 Holy Thursday 7PM | 4/7 Good Friday 7PM | 4/8 Easter Vigil 8PM

View Recorded Chaplet of Divine Mercy

View Recorded Stations of the Cross

Archbishop Listecki's Easter Letter

CLICK TO VIEW

NEW MEMBER WELCOME RECEPTION

Hosted by The St. Thomas Stewardship Committee

Saturday, April 22nd in the Gathering Space | Following the 4:30 Mass

Please join us as we welcome the new members of the St Thomas Parish Community! Refreshments will be served. No RSVP necessary.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2023

Registration for Vacation Bible School is now OPEN!

St. Clare | June 26th - 30th | 1 - 3 pm each day | FREE

All those entering 3K-5th grade can attend.

Those entering 6th-12th grade and adults are needed to volunteer.

SUPPLIES DONATION SIGN UP

AMAZON WISH LIST

CEMETERY NEWS

Our flagpole was ordered and will be installed this spring along with electric lighting for the flag and the chapel. We plan to involve veterans in a flag-raising ceremony. Thanks again to all who donated to this patriotic effort!

Our columbarium was installed in July 2020 with 120 niches and over 80% already sold. Looking ahead, the Cemetery Committee ordered an additional matching set of three walls to be installed early summer, on the foundation just east of the current set. The cost for the new walls increased significantly, so new niches are $1300 for parishioners and $1800 for non-parishioners. Remaining niches in the current set will continue at their current rates of $1000 and $1500, respectively.

A reminder regarding the columbarium, NO DECORATIONS ARE PERMITTED. Please do not apply stickers to the doors, it can result in permanent damage, and the owners are responsible for any repair costs.

For additional information visit the Parish CEMETERY page.

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.

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

LOVE INC - MONDAY MEALS

St. Thomas Human Concerns Committee is sponsoring a Ham Sliders dinner this Monday, April 10th. Volunteers are needed!

PROMOTIONAL VIDEO FOR ST. THOMAS

We're seeking parish members to participate in a short video to showcase our parish and encourage new and potential members. If you're interested,

please contact Ashley Kwasinski at ashleywessing@hotmail.com

APRIL BLOOD DRIVE

Appointments are encouraged, and walk-ins are also welcome (as space allows). Want to double your impact? Consider dual red donation, or invite a friend and save lives together!

Eligibility Questions? Call (877) 232-4376!

To reserve your spot, click above or call

Pat (262)895-6369 or Adrienne (262)456-7342.

Pedal to save lives! Donate for a chance to win an electric bike! Enter by Blood Donation or Online.

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.

ST. THOMAS FOOD PANTRY

Please help fill our pantry shelves. Thank you for your support and generosity!

Much needed items

Spaghetti/Sauce | Cereal/Oatmeal

Rice|Pancake mix |Choc cake mix

Mac & cheese | Toilet Paper

Paper Towel | Kleenex

Dish Soap | Laundry Soap

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.

APRIL LUNCH & BINGO

Enjoy a delicious lunch followed by an afternoon of Bingo with prizes!

Registration required by April 15th. Click below to register online, call either parish office (St. Clare 262-895-2729 | St. Thomas 262-534-2255) or Peggy at 262-534-5233. Bring a friend! Goodwill donations accepted.

SCHEDULE CHANGE

The Uhen Center will be closed to all activities from April 5 through April 8.

Fr. Ed will be setting up an Altar of Repose.

Today's (Apr 7th) Pickleball is cancelled.

SENIOR FITNESS: VIRTUAL HIKING

Our next "hike" is April 19th, 10 - 10:45 AM

Virtual hikes from the Rocky Mountain Trails and Labyrinth. Measured "Hiking Trails" of a half, one and two mile(s). 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!

SENIOR FITNESS: TAI CHI

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.

If you have any questions about the Senior Fellowship Program, Contact Peggy at pliginski@gmail.com or Carol at cewald@saintthomaswaterford.org

PROGRAM INFORMATION

ATTENTION PARENTS OF 8TH GRADERS

We know that choosing a high school is a big decision and we hope you decide to choose Catholic Central. Did you know that we have support available to help your family pay for school? We will work with you individually to meet your needs. The return on your investment will be great! Last year, our graduating class was awarded close to 1 million dollars in college scholarships! Please eamail admissions@cchsnet.org or call (262) 763-1510 with any questions.

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

ATHLETIC CALENDARS

Congratulations to the Athletic Calendar winners for the month of March!

MARCH WINNERS

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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