News & Events

ST. CLARE: Christmas Eve 4 pm (music begins at 3:40) | Christmas Day 9:30 am (music begins at 9:10) | ST. THOMAS: Christmas Eve 4 pm (music begins at 3:30 with our Little Angel Choir followed by the adult choir) & 10 pm (music begins at 9:40) | Christmas Day 8 am & 11:15 am (music begins at 7:40 and 10:55). WORSHIP AID

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Our St. Thomas Aquinas parish was established in 1851, in 2026 to honor parishioners of the past, present and future, our 175th Jubilee will be a year-long celebration of this incredible milestone! The kickoff event will be a celebration of the Feast of St. Thomas Aquinas with a special Mass at 4:30 pm on Saturday, January 31st. The Sunday morning Masses at St. Thomas on February 1st will also include hospitality and musical performances. We will honor the 1851 inaugural parish Mass at St. Thomas with a 4:30 pm Mass on Saturday, June 27th, celebrated by Archbishop Jeffrey Grob. An evening of food, drinks and festivities will follow. All are invited to attend the Mass and dinner. Please mark your calendars and watch the bulletin and newsletter for more information on additional events and activities in honor of our 175th Jubilee year!

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This trip is on! There are still slots available to join us for BEEHIVE on Friday, January 30th! Everybody loves the '60s – join us for the 60's musical Beehive at the Fireside! We have premier seats - Section W, Rows A thru E. Lunch choices include Grilled Pork Ribeye, Seared Atlantic Salmon, Mediterranean Short Rib, and Vegetarian Pasta Primavera. All meals are available gluten-free and must be ordered in advance. The cost of $135 per ticket includes motor coach transportation, lunch, theater ticket, taxes, and all gratuities. Deadline for registration and payment was extended to December 28th. To reserve your seat, click the link or call either Parish Office, St. Clare 262.895.2729 | St. Thomas 262.534.2255. Questions? Email: cewald@saintthomaswaterford.org. Minimum 30 Guests. This trip is sponsored by the Senior Fellowship Program and is open to the community. Be sure to specify your entrée choice(s). LEARN MORE AND REGISTER

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Join us Monday, January 5th at 1 PM in the St. Thomas Gathering space for the movie, Cat Ballou (1965). This western comedy involves a woman who hires a notorious gunman to protect her father's ranch, and later to avenge his murder, only to find that the gunman is not what she expected. All are welcome!  VIEW TRAILER

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Please join Knights Council 8172 in congratulating the Ligocki family as our December Parishioners of the month! Kim and BJ were the second couple to be married in the new church in 2007 with Fr. Gene. BJ attended school at St. Thomas and has been a lifelong member. Kim joined the parish after going through RCIA. They have volunteered at the Country Fair, taught Confirmation classes, baked for funeral receptions, read as Lectors, and served on the Parish Council and Finance Committee. They have two children, Maddie and Cam who attend school at Burlington Catholic and enjoy serving at Mass and also being a Lector. Both kids are playing basketball for their school, and are active in other sports throughout the year. Please thank BJ and Kim for their service to St Thomas and for helping to make a welcoming and active parish community. 

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Our service days at Repairers of the Breach are January 10th and February 14th. We will serve lunch, assist with tasks as needed and engage with members. Space is limited to 15 people. Adults are welcome to join us as well. This is great prep for our Mission Trip! Follow the links below to sign up and download the permission slip, bring it with you the day of the trip. Questions or concerns? Contact Maureen at legrosmaureen@gmail.com or visit our website for details. FOOD DONATION SIGN UP | SERVICE SIGN UP | PERMISSION SLIP

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Wednesday, January 7th, 1:30 - 6:30 pm in the St. Thomas Gathering Space. Appointments are recommended; walk-ins are also welcome as space allows. Give blood and save lives! Eligibility Questions? Call (877) 232-4376. RESERVE MY SPOT

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As you take to the woods this season, keep in mind we are seeking meat donations for the 53rd annual Wild Game Dinner! To arrange pick up, processing, and/or storing, call Mikki 262-210-3168 or Scott 414-581-3157. Good luck and be safe out there! 

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The fourth Friday of every month at 10 AM in St. Thomas, lower level, enter door #3, use stairs or lift. Join Us for Coffee and Connection! St. Thomas Bereavement Ministry invites you to come together to support one another, share stories, and find comfort. Feel free to bring a friend or loved one. We understand that navigating life after losing a loved one can be challenging, and sometimes a warm cup of coffee and a safe space to share can make all the difference. We hope to see you there! 

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NEW Winter Session! Senior Fitness Jam: January 6th - February 19th | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 10:30 - 11:30 AM | Instructor: Carrie Nickel, R.N. SIGN UP

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Hospitality after Mass - You can be a host! Hospitality weekends are the third weekend of each month. Parishioners gather to enjoy conversation and community with one another. This is especially important for new and prospective members to feel welcome and strengthen relationships within our parish community. Parish families, groups or ministries are invited to host! Offer snacks and beverages after Mass in the gathering space for parishioners to enjoy as they exit. Sign up for one Mass or more! The total time commitment is only 45 minutes. Just a little bit of time and effort goes a long way! Organized by the St. Thomas Stewardship Committee. SIGN UP TO HOST

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