Advents candles will be lit at the Saturday evening and Sunday morning Masses. Parishioners (individuals, families, couples) are invited to light the candles each week. Sign up sheets located in the St. Clare's Narthex and St. Thomas' Gathering Space. | | 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. | | |
CALLING ON OUR WONDERFUL 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 Kajfosz at 414-870-3648. Thank you for your support! | | You’re invited to the annual Knights of Columbus Christmas Party Friday, December 19th! 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 RSVP so we can plan accordingly and avoid duplicate dishes. Follow link below. Thank you! | The Elizabeth Ministry presents FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT! 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! | As you take to the woods this hunting season, keep in mind we're seeking donations for our 53rd annual Wild Game Dinner! We can arrange pick up and/or storage. Contact Mikki 262-210-3168 or Scott 414-581-3157. Good luck and be safe out there! | | As of November 11th, we raised $114,581.70 toward our goal of $128,000 - we're so close! Help us achieve our goal and cover the total cost of St. Clare's new HVAC system. Make a donation online through WeShare, mail a check to the parish office, or put your gift in the collection basket at any Mass. If you’re of the age to take required minimum distributions from your retirement, consider a qualified charitable distribution. Thank you! | | |
The 2025 Giving Tree season has arrived and we are grateful for your support during another season of giving! There are several ways to participate at both churches.
ST. CLARE: Gift Card Tree - Choose candy canes from the tree to donate $25 Walmart Gift Cards for the families at Norway Helping Hands Food Pantry. Toys & Books - Donate new toys and books for the Ronald McDonald House. There is a list of suggested items near the display. Living in poverty is stressful year-round but is magnified for parents during the Christmas season. Please help parents build memories with their children. Donations accepted through December 7th. Questions? Contact Sandy Stokely at (262)716-8316 or Debbie Klamert at (262)895-7524.
ST. THOMAS: Gift Card Tree - In lieu of gifts, our Food Pantry offers gift cards to each family so parents can shop for their own children locally. Please purchase a $25 WalMart gift card for donation and place it in the designated box next to the tree. Gift Tree: A second tree will have ornaments labeled by gender and age group ranging from infant to 18 years old. Choose an ornament and return it with a wrapped present. Please attach the paper ornament to the front of the package and place it under the tree. Gifts will go to underprivileged children from churches around the area to downtown Milwaukee. If your gift contains mittens, gloves or winter hats, please write it on the gift tag along with the appropriate age. Donations accepted through Sunday, December 7th after the 8 AM Mass. Questions? Call Kathy Weinkauf (262)716-1939.
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Join Us for a blessed Advent experience! St. Thomas serves meals at St. Vincent de Paul on 9th & Madison in Milwaukee. Please consider volunteering Sunday, December 21st. We serve there every third Sunday of the Month. Follow link to sign up.
Questions? Contact Peter Joy at peterjoy55@gmail.com
| | Reach Out Sessions December 7th & 10th: DONATIONS STILL NEEDED for our Blessing Bags and meal prep for the homeless shelter. Please follow the links to see the updated lists. Drop off donations at either parish office (mark them "Reach Out"). Questions? Contact Maureen at legrosmaureen@gmail.com | | 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, max is 15 people. Adults are welcome to join us as well. Space is limited to 15. 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. | | Attention Teens! There are still a few slots available for our 2026 Mission Trip through YouthWorks! This experience offers a chance to serve others, grow in faith, and build lifelong memories. Friends are welcome, they don't have to be Catholic to join us. Please follow links below or contact Maureen at legrosmaureen@gmail.com | | THIS TRIP IS ON! There's still space for a few more, deadline extended to December 8th! If you'd like to join us for a special New Year's Eve Matinée at the Fireside, contact Carol cewald@saintthomaswaterford.org - we have great seats! Tickets are $160 - $215 based on entrée choice and includes motor coach transportation, 4-course meal, theater ticket, taxes, and all gratuities. | | Join us for Rockin' Christmas lunch with live entertainment on 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! Click below 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 | | 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. Enjoy a delicious lunch and a great show! The cost of $135 per ticket includes motor coach transportation, lunch, theater ticket, taxes, and all gratuities. Registration and payment due by December 19th. | | All fitness activities are held in the St. Thomas Uhen Center and are open to all community seniors age 60+ | WALKING: Monday thru Friday | 7 - 9 AM | PICKLEBALL: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays | 9 AM - 1 PM. Bring your own paddle. "PINKLEBALL"- Pickleball for women only! Bring your own paddle, beginners welcome! Tuesdays & Thursdays | 12 - 3 PM. No sign-up required for activities above. | WOMEN'S WELLNESS THROUGH MOVEMENT: September 16th - December 23rd | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 8:45 - 9:45 AM. Instructor: Gail Willert. | |
NEW! SENIOR FITNESS JAM WINTER SESSION: January 6th - February 19th |
Tuesdays & Thursdays | 10:30 - 11:30 AM | Instructor: Carrie Nickel, R.N.
| | | | ENJOY FULL ACCESS TO FORMED! | | Sleigh Ride documents two Dominican friars' harrowing mission to celebrate Christmas Mass for three small villages in remote Alaska that have no assigned priest. With only 5 hours of sunlight, during the coldest time of the year, the friars will drive over 28 hours and 548 miles through high winds and snow packed roads bringing Christmas to the ends of the earth. | | Brother Francis tells the true story of Saint Nicholas, a compassionate bishop known for his generosity, who inspired the tradition of gift-giving. Discover how his legacy evolved into the beloved holiday figure now known as Santa Claus | | Get ready for one of Waterford’s most cherished holiday traditions! The Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce invites the community to join us for the 27th Annual Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony — an evening that brings families, neighbors, and businesses together to celebrate the season in true “Merry & Bright” style. | | This Christmas, Life’s Connection invites you to share God’s love in a tangible way. Instead of collecting toys or clothing, we’re collecting store gift cards - empowering parents to choose gifts for their children and meet essential needs with love and hope. Each card becomes a reminder that Christ’s love is alive and poured out through His people. Drop off gift cards at any Life’s Connection location (Mukwonago, Waukesha, Menomonee Falls) or follow the link below to purchase a gift card and send it to us directly. | | Catholic Central High School 2026 Athletic Benefit Calendars are on sale NOW! Calendars are $20 each. Each calendar has 12 chances to win (one per month) with a total of 365 cash awards ranging from $20 to $125. Increase your chances by purchasing multiple calendars. Get yours from any current CCHS Student, the St. Mary Immaculate Conception Parish Office, Catholic Central's Main Office, after Masses at KR Catholic Parishes, or email kschwenn@cchsnet.org or joeschiessl@cchsnet.org | | Elizabeth Ministry International is very excited to offer upcoming overnight Mother & Daughter Retreats at our Headquarter Retreat Center, Zechariah House in Kaukauna. This is an amazing way to strengthen this beautiful relationship with a fun and faith-filled experience. Click graphics above to learn more and register! | | Click below to submit content for the Newsletter or Bulletin | | Follow St. Thomas on Social Media | | Follow St. Clare on Social Media | | If you didn't receive this newsletter directly and would like to, click below. | | |
St. Clare of Assisi & St. Thomas Aquinas Churches
Wind Lake & Waterford, WI
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