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Lenten Gathering with the Midwest Jesuits
MARCH 8, 10:30 AM MASS
All are invited to join the Midwest Jesuits and the Saint Thomas More for a Mass and Lenten Reflection. There will be coffee and donuts following Mass in Ignatius Hall, along with a special Lenten Reflection from Fr. Warren! Please let us know you’re coming by registering here so we can offer you our best hospitality.
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Giving Statements Update
Our annual giving statements are running slightly behind schedule this year due to a delay in transferring data between our record-keeping systems. We expect to have them sent out to all parishioners within the coming weeks.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, especially for those preparing to file taxes. If you need your statement sooner, please don't hesitate to reach out to the parish office directly and we will do our best to assist you promptly. Thank you for your patience and your continued generosity!
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Parish Photo Directory
This is your last chance to make sure you and your family and in the Parish Photo Directory! If you were in the 2024 Directory that doesn't mean you'll automatically be in the 2026 Directory. Everyone must fill out this form to be included in the 2026 Directory. The deadline for filling out this form is March 16, so be sure it fill it out as soon as possible. Please contact Anzley Bieri with any questions.
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Gift Cards for Groceries
Our grocery ministry has fed more than 100 families, and the need continues! Please continue to donate Grocery Gift Cards to the STM Immigration Support grocery ministry so we can keep buying and delivering groceries to those in crisis. Gift cards can be to any grocery store. Drop them off at the Parish office or in the weekend collection plate. If you want to contribute an e-gift card, please send it to stthomasmoregroceries@proton.me
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Constitutional Observer Preparedness Bags
Our STM Immigration Support Ministry has created Constitutional Observer Preparedness Bags for people to grab and utilize when out observing ICE in public. They will be available after the Masses this weekend. Thank you to Jessie Pereira for organizing this!
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2026-27 School Enrollment Now Open!
St. Thomas More Catholic School is now enrolling new students for the 2026-27 school year! Discover the difference that our school can offer your family. We are especially excited to welcome new students in preschool, kindergarten, second grade, and middle school. To schedule a personal tour, please contact our school’s Director of Admissions, Bridget Her. We look forward to meeting you and sharing more about our incredible school!
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Friday Adoration
FRIDAYS, 1:00–5:00 PM, STM CHURCH
All are welcome to spend some time in Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament this Lent. You can come at any time during adoration, but adorers are needed to fill all the time slots so that our Lord will be accompanied throughout the entire adoration period. Please sign up here, there are still plenty of open time slots.
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Stations of The Cross
MARCH 6, 5:00–5:30 PM, STM CHURCH
Join us for Stations of The Cross every Friday at 5:00 PM! This Friday, our Care for Creation Team will lead the evening, centering around caring for the environment. The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be offered beforehand from 4:30–5:00 PM.
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STM Spring Musical Tickets
MARCH 6–8, STM AUDITORIUM
It's show time! Our cast and crew of almost 150 Summit Saints have put in months of work and cannot wait to transport you to a "world of pure imagination" this weekend! There are four performances to choose from. If a performance sells out online, no tickets will be sold at the door. Make plans and buy your tickets here now!
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Join our Volunteer Choir
MARCH 8, 10:30 AM MASS
Join our regular Parish Choir members for our Volunteer Choir liturgy this weekend. All are welcome to join for this one time commitment, open to singers ages 12 and older. Please meet in the choir loft to rehearse before Mass at 9:30 AM. Email Kellen O'Grady with any questions!
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Team Savvy Mass & Lunch
MARCH 10, 12:00 PM MASS
Following Mass, parishioner Kay Miller will speak on STM's Stations of the Cross, their interesting history, and the difficulties in repairing them after years of damage. After, there will be time to walk the Stations of the Cross and meditate silently on each one. Bring a friend, a bag lunch, and enjoy this program! RSVP here for this event.
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Mother Baby Gatherings
MARCH 12, 10:30 AM, COMO CONSERVATORY
MARCH 18, 5:00 PM, IGNATIUS HALL
All new mothers and their babies are invited to these Mother Baby Gatherings for fellowship and discussion. Parishioners Anjanette Carr (and baby Rosie) and Chris Weimholt (mother of 4 young adults and RN) are guiding the group and cannot wait to meet you and your little one! Click here for more information.
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Lenten Fish Fry #2
MARCH 13, 5:30-7:00 PM, STM AUDITORIUM
Thank you to everyone who attended and volunteered at our first Lenten Fish Fry, We fed roughly 600 people! Our second Fish Fry is March 13 and we can't wait to see you there! Volunteer spots are available for all ages, so bring the whole family. Check out our volunteer opportunities and sign up here for the task that best fits you.
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Choral Vespers
MARCH 15, 4:00–5:00 PM, STM CHURCH
Join us for our monthly Choral Vespers led by STM's Schola Cantorum. The evening will have choral and congregational music, Eucharistic Adoration, and a reflection. We welcome all ages to this evening of peace and reflection.
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Silent Retreat for Women
MARCH 19–22, CHRIST THE KING RETREAT CENTER
Ignatian Women’s Silent Retreats are offered in the spring and fall at Christ the King Retreat Center in Buffalo, Minnesota.
Their upcoming weekend retreat will be led by Fr. Michael Graham, SJ, the former president of Xavier University. Register for this restorative weekend retreat here!
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Youth Group Sports Night
MARCH 20, 6:00–8:00 PM, STM GYM
Youth in grades 5–8 are invited to our Youth Group Sports Night! We'll meet in the STM Gymnasium for some group games and activities. Please contact Will Johnson if your child has any dietary restrictions as snacks will be served. Invite a friend or two, RSVP here, and we'll see you there!
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Mar 10, 7:15 AM - ♰Sheila Cunningham
Mar 11, 7:15 AM - ♰Lloyd Froelich
Mar 12, 7:15 AM - ♰Margaret Obrovac, FSP
Mar 13, 7:15 AM - ♰Helen Todd Orme
Mar 14, 4:30 PM - ♰Fr. Robert Bireley, SJ
Mar 15, 8:00 AM - STM Community
Mar 15, 10:30 AM - ♰Grace Watkins-Wright
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