News & Events

The 2025 Giving Tree season has arrived! There are several ways to contribute at both churches. Stop by the Christmas trees and displays in the gathering space and narthex to see how you can show your support. Donations accepted through December 7th.

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Faith Formation: December 7th, Sunday Mass St. Clare at 9:30 AM | St. Thomas at 6 PM, class will follow with Reach Out sessions. Wednesday, December 10th, 6 pm Class at St Thomas with Reach Out sessions.

 

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St. Clare & St. Thomas teens will serve two meals at the homeless shelter. A total of 280 (140 per trip). We're also creating 150 Blessing Bags with small comfort items that bring warmth, dignity, and hope. Food service dates are TBA, but the food we prepare will be frozen until dates are confirmed. Donations needed! Food and supplies for blessing bags, which you can purchase via our Amazon Wish List anytime. Bring all donations to class November 16th & 19th. Our reach out sessions will be during class in December. Thank you for your generosity! FOOD DONATION SIGN UP | SHOP AMAZON LIST

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Monday, December 8th is a Holy Day of Obligation, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Join us for our Mass at St. Clare at 8 AM, St. Thomas at 6:30 PM.

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This trip is on and there's still time to reserve your spot! Our deadline was extended to December 8th! Join us for a special New Year's Eve Matinée at the Fireside! Featuring songs by Jerry Lee Lewis’s contemporaries like Elvis, Cash, and Buddy, as well as the New Orleans and traditional gospel that inspired Lewis. We have great seats - Section Z Rows A-C. Tickets are $160 - $215 based on entrée choice and include motor coach transportation, 4-course meal, theater ticket, taxes, and all gratuities. Follow the link to sign up or call either parish office, St. Clare 262.895.2729 | St. Thomas 262.534.2255. Questions? Email: cewald@saintthomaswaterford.org. 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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Calling all St. Thomas bakers! St. Thomas Christian Women's annual Christmas Cookie and Bread Sale will be December 13th & 14th after all Masses. Please help by baking a batch of your favorite Christmas cookies, bars or breads! Drop off your homemade goodies in the gathering space on Saturday, December 13th between 8 & 10 AM, we will package them for sale. Questions? Call Andrea at 414-870-3648. Thank you for your support!

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The Elizabeth Ministry presents FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT featuring “The Star!” Friday, December 12th, 6 - 8pm in the St. Thomas Cafe, enter through the school doors on 2nd street. It's free and fun for the whole family! Wear your PJs or comfy clothes, bring cozy items like sleeping bags, bean bags, pillows and blankets. Chairs will be available. Popcorn and lemonade will be served, baked goods available for donation to Elizabeth Ministry. Join us!

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You’re invited to the annual Knights of Columbus Christmas Party Friday, December 19th at 5:30 PM in the St. Thomas Cafeteria! Parishioners of all ages are welcome. This is a potluck event, the Knights will supply beer, wine, water and soda as well as paper goods for the evening. We hope you join us for a festive night of good food, fellowship and fun! Please follow link to RSVP so we can plan accordingly and avoid duplicate dishes. Thank you! RSVP ONLINE

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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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Join us for Rockin' Christmas lunch with live entertainment on Tuesday, December 16th! Serving a delicious baked ham dinner, bring a batch of your favorite cookies for the Dessert Buffet and wear your favorite holiday attire! Follow link to RSVP by December 9th or call either parish office (St. Clare 262-895-2729 | St. Thomas 262-534-2255). Questions? Contact Carol at cewald@saintthomaswaterford.org  LEARN MORE AND RSVP

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Join us for lunch and a show 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. Registration and payment due by December 19th. 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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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! 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. St. Thomas Bereavement Ministry invites you to Coffee with Friends, where we come together to support one another, share stories, and find comfort. Feel free to bring a friend or loved one. 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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