The Spiritual Practice of Holy Week
“[Regarding Holy Week] ... the church’s long tradition insists that what happened once in history passes over into the mystery of the assembly’s liturgical celebrations. What [these days] celebrate is mystery, not history… The liturgies of these days do not ‘take us back’ to the upper room or the path to Calvary…. They celebrate not what once happened to Jesus but what is now happening among us as a people called to conversion, gathering in faith, and gifted with the Spirit of holiness.”
Nathan Mitchell
Next week, on Palm Sunday, we begin the most sacred time of the year. The days of Holy Week, and especially the Sacred Triduum (Holy Thursday night through Easter Sunday) invite us to encounter....
Catholic Trivia!
Question: This term means giving 10% of one’s income to the Church.
What is this term?
What is this term?
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St. Patrick's Day Bake Sale
Be sure to stop by and support the Youth Bake Sale this weekend after all Masses in the Gathering Area. Many yummy treats will be available, including shamrock cookies baked and frosted by our youth. All proceeds will help fund our summer youth trips.
*If you would like to donate a sweet treat, please bring it to the parish office by noon on Friday, March 15th or bring to the sale tables before any weekend Mass. Questions? Contact Wendy by replying to this email or call 920-739-7758.
Palm Sunday Event
Join us for our annual Palm Sunday event after the 10am Mass on March 24 in the Fellowship Hall. We will have palm braiding, crafts for the kids and our famous Palm Sunday Sundaes!
Tenebrae Service at STM
Join us Good Friday, March 29th at 7:00 pm!
Tenebrae is an ancient Christian service of readings, both Old and New Testament, songs, and reflections on the journey of Jesus to the Cross.
It is different from the “usual” Good Friday service in that there will be no Veneration of the Cross, nor will the Eucharist be celebrated. Instead, the readings will trace the events of Jesus’ passion and death, interspersed with choral music, hymns, and reflection.
Our St Thomas More Adult Choir and lectors from the parish will provide the music and the readings. If you typically miss the Good Friday afternoon service because of work, this Tenebrae Service is a way for you to still observe Good Friday in a reverent and moving way. Christians of all denominations are welcome.
Tenebrae is an ancient Christian service of readings, both Old and New Testament, songs, and reflections on the journey of Jesus to the Cross.
It is different from the “usual” Good Friday service in that there will be no Veneration of the Cross, nor will the Eucharist be celebrated. Instead, the readings will trace the events of Jesus’ passion and death, interspersed with choral music, hymns, and reflection.
Our St Thomas More Adult Choir and lectors from the parish will provide the music and the readings. If you typically miss the Good Friday afternoon service because of work, this Tenebrae Service is a way for you to still observe Good Friday in a reverent and moving way. Christians of all denominations are welcome.
Come and be a part of this extraordinarily moving re-telling of the Passion of Jesus through scripture and music!
You won’t be disappointed.
You won’t be disappointed.
Tuesday Morning Bible Study
The Tuesday morning Bible study will begin the study of Exodus in late March. We meet in the parish board room following the morning Mass. If interested in doing this study, please call Paul Werner at 920-734-8340.
Let's Get "Connected"
Contact Elizabeth at elizabeth@stmcath.org with questions or to sign up.
Poll of the Week
Ever wonder what/how your fellow parishioners think/feel on any given topic? Each week you will be invited to participate in a poll on various topics. Some will be fun (like the one below) and some will be more important or informative (to help us know what interests you about the parish). Regardless, we want to hear from you!
Easter basket goodies: peeps or no peeps? (You know those cute marshmallow bunnies and chicks made in all sorts of colors.)
Yes! I love them.
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Yes, but only because they are so colorful.
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No, absolutely not.
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Answer: To tithe, or tithing.
Start Your Ovens
Our youth are planning a St. Patrick's Day Bake Sale and we need your help! We are in need of a variety of baked goods for the weekend of March 16th & 17th. Whether it's cupcakes, breads, cookies, bars, brownies or some other special treat, we'd love to have your donation to help make our sale a huge success. Donations can be dropped off in the Parish Office by noon on Friday, March 15th, or at the bake sale tables in the gathering area before any Mass that weekend. All proceeds from the bake sale will be used to help offset the cost of our trips this summer. Please call the parish office at (920) 739-7758 or email wendy@stmcath.org with any questions. Thank you!
St. Patrick's Day Bake Sale
Be sure to stop by and support our youth bake sale to help them raise funds for their summer trips. There will be lots of yummy baked goods, including some delicious shamrock shaped cookies!
**If you want to donate something for the sale, please drop it off by noon on Friday, March 15th or bring to the tables in the Gathering Area before any of the Masses.
Questions? Call Wendy at 920-739-7758 or email wendy@stmcath.org.