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Catholic Parish & SchoolSt. Thomas More
“And Mary kept all
these things, reflecting
on them in her heart.”
Luke 2:19
What’s Inside: �Monsignor Tom’s sabbatical begins � Thank you STM for an amazing Christmas � In memory of Father Mel � Happy New Year
Madonna and Child by Giovanni Batti
sta Salvi (1609–1685)
Mary, the Holy Mother of God u January 1, 2017
SUNDAY, JANUARY 1, 2017
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Sunday Masses: (No 5:30pm Mass on Sunday, January 1)Saturday (Anticipatory): 4:00 & 5:30pmSunday: 7:00, 8:30 & 10:30am; 12:30 (ASL) & 5:30pm (Youth)
Daily Masses: Monday–Friday: 6:30 & 9:00am. Saturday: 7:30am
Confessions: Six days per week. Monday–Friday: 8:00am. Thursday: 6:30pm. Saturday: 2:30–3:30pm (but not on Christmas Eve)
Morning Prayer: Monday–Friday: 8:30am
Holy Hour for Vocations: Thursday: 6:30–7:30pm
Perpetual Adoration: 24-hour Eucharistic Adoration in Adoration Chapel. Contact: [email protected] or 303.220.3392.
Sacrament of Baptism: Email [email protected] no less than one month prior to the baptism ceremony. Visit our website at www.stthomasmore.org for more information.
Sacrament of Matrimony: Email [email protected] no less than eight months prior to the wedding for preparation info.
Sacrament of the Sick: Contact the parish office at onset of illness. In case of death in the family, contact the parish office immediately at 303.770.1155.
STM Gift Shop: 303.221.9229 u [email protected] Gift Shop is closed this week: now through Sunday, January 8.
Stephen Ministry: Contact Paul Quinn at 303.770.2499 or Evelyn Marko at 303.741.5458 for a compassionate listener during difficulty.
Discovery Job Network: Contact Krista Redlinger at 303.220.3384 for assistance, resources and support for job seekers.
PASTOR’S NOTEThere is something fresh and exciting about the start of a brand-new year. We take down the old calendar and put up the new one. And in that simple act, we symbolize the fact that we are not bound by the past. We can make every new day an occasion of grace, blessing, encounter with the Lord and the rewarding experience of connecting with those around us in ways that bring God’s presence to them and to us alike. So take care to use these coming months, weeks, days and hours well in living out your response to God’s call to holiness. May the good Lord fill every day of this year for you. And may your actions, words and decisions bring you an ever deeper awareness of how He calls you to Himself to give you His peace and joy.
This will be my last reflection for several of the weeks in this new year. As of January 1, I begin the sabbatical that will see me praying, learning, traveling and renewing over the coming six months. During that time, the clergy and staff of the parish will continue to care for you and share with you the loving call of God to discipleship and action. Father Greg Lesher will be acting in my name in many ways and keeping the day-to-day life of the parish moving forward. You will have a chance to see his thoughts and reflections in this space in the next several months.
I would ask you to please support him as well as the rest of the clergy and staff, and keep them and me in your prayers. Know that I will be remembering you daily in mine. I hope to have occasional opportunities to bring you up-to-date on what I am doing and how the time is being a blessing to me and my priesthood. May the Good Lord keep us all in His care throughout the new year.
– Msgr. Tom
For hearing devices, please check with the sound technician before weekend Mass.
Welcome to St. Thomas More!“Go and make disciples...”8035 South Quebec Street u Centennial, Colorado 80112303.770.1155 u stthomasmore.org
ClergyPastor: Msgr. Thomas Fryar Parochial Vicars: Rev. Greg Lesher, Rev. Rohan Miranda, O.C.D.,Rev. Ivan Monteiro, O.C.D., Rev. John Riley (in residence)Deacons: Dcn. George Brown, Dcn. Bob Cropp, Dcn. Tim Kenny, Dcn. Alan Rastrelli, M.D., Dcn. Gary Rogge, Dcn. Steve Stemper
Parish Office303.770.1155 u Hours: Monday–Friday: 8:00am–5:00pmBusiness Manager: Dick Rapp, 303.221.9248Director of Communications & Stewardship: Irene Lindemer, 303.221.9181Director of Facilities: Tony Mercado, 303.221.9145Director of Liturgy: Phil Strong, 303.221.9251Director of Marriage & Family Life: Jo Holt, 303.221.9222Director of Music: Jeff McGarrity, 303.221.9168Director of Pastoral Care: Maryanne Carter, 303.221.9239Information Coordinator: Carly McGillick, 303.221.9240Pastor’s Assistant & Event Coordinator: Shannon Hooper, 303.221.9249Receptionist: Kathy Weiland, 303.221.9238
Faith & Academic FormationOffice of Catechesis 303.770.0531 u Fax: 720.529.0157Director: Whitney Elliott, 303.221.9245 Restored Order: Linda Enloe, 303.221.9175
STM Catholic School Office 303.770.0441 u stmcatholic.orgPrincipal: Jan Altevogt, 303.221.9172 Preschool Director: Stacey Dodge, 303.221.9256
Youth Ministry 303.220.3388 u youth.stthomasmore.orgDirector: David Tschumper, 303.221.9257
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Mary, Mother of GodThis Saturday & Sunday, December 31 & January 1:
This weekend, on the octave (eighth day) of Christmas, we celebrate this very important, ancient feast. It is typically a Holy Day of Obligation, although it falls on a Sunday this year. As we begin a new year, it is fitting that we honor Mary as an essential part of our Church and our own lives.
This weekend follows the regular Sunday Mass schedule, except there will not be a 5:30pm Mass on Sunday, January 1.
We celebrate Mary, the holy mother of God – and our mother too!
our HERITAGERENEWING
The formal solicitation period of our Renewing Our Heritage capital campaign concluded with the end of the year, and I am pleased to report that total amount pledged to the effort exceeded $6.3 million. I am very grateful to everyone who participated in this campaign and made it the success that it is.
We still have some parishioners who haven’t made a decision regarding the campaign, and volunteers will continue to follow up with those families. We would like to hear from you whether you can pledge or not. An answer either way will let us know we do not need to continue our follow-up efforts.
The coming year will be an exciting one as a result of this capital campaign. We are working on the final elements of the renovation design and are pursuing final approval from the archdiocese to begin construction. We hope to begin the renovations shortly after Easter and anticipate being able to complete the project before Christmas. We will continue to keep you informed of our progress as the year goes along.
– Msgr. Tom
Happy New Year!The clergy and staff of St. Thomas More would like to wish you and your loved ones a blessed, grace-filled New Year!
The parish office will be closed on New Year’s Day this Monday, January 2.
Learn About OurExcellent Parish School!
Join us for our upcoming informational events to explore STM Catholic School!
Prospective Parents Information NightWednesday, January 25: 6:30pm
Open House & Campus ToursWednesday, February 1: 9:00am–2:00pm
We are now enrolling preschool through eighth grade for the 2017–18 academic school year! STM Catholic, a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence award winner, is an amazing school grounded in faith, academics, virtues and service.
For more information or a personalized tour, call 303.770.0441 or visit stmcatholic.org.
Come discover our wonderful school for preschool through eighth grade
Stewardship of Faith & Prayer Weekend
Save the dates! Saturday & Sunday, January 21 & 22 will be our big Stewardship of Faith & Prayer Weekend.
Be sure to join us that weekend for new ideas to enrich your faith and prayer! Details will follow in upcoming bulletins.
Grow in your faith and prayer life
Celebrate Life Rally & MarchJoin thousands of people in downtown Denver to celebrate life at every stage and every age! Bring family & friends.
Saturday, January 14:11:30am: Mass at Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver1:00pm: Rally outside the State Capitol2:00pm: Denver March for Life
For round-trip bus transportation from STM, contact [email protected].
There will also be a Youth Rally on January 14 from 10:30–11:00am at St. Elizabeth of Hungary in Denver followed by a Mass. Youth: See page 8 & sign up on youth table.
The nationally-renowned guest speakers include Abby Johnson, Chris Stefanick and Archbishop Aquila!
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Memorial MassMonday, January 23:7:00pm in the church
This special Mass will be offered for the overturn of the Roe v. Wade decision.
You are also invited to bring a donation of disposable diapers to help families in need through Catholic Charities. Thank you!
The celebrant will be Fr. Greg Lesher
STEWARDSHIP of FAITH
Consoling the Heart of JesusMondays, January 23–April 10:9:45–11:15am in St. Francis Hall or Thursdays, January 26–April 20:7:00–8:30pm in McCallin Hall
Deepen your faith with the spirituality of St. Faustina, St. Thérèse of Lisieux & St. Ignatius of Loyola in a great program.
For more information or to register & order materials, contact Paul or Colleen Lum Lung at 303.779.0396 or [email protected].
A 10-week series with Fr. Michael Gaitley’s great program
Vacation Bible SchoolSave the dates! Vacation Bible School will be Monday–Friday, June 26–30:Students: 9:00am–12:30pmVolunteers: 8:30am–1:00pm
2017 registration for both students and volunteers will begin in April. Mark your calendars now to join us as we meet St. Paul and the Underground Church!
A week of faith & fun for children in pre-K through fifth grade
For prayer requests, please visit our website or use our parish app.
Daily readings available on our website& parish app.
STM Marian PilgrimageTuesday, July 11–Thursday, July 20:
2017 marks the 100th anniversary of the apparitions of Fatima. During this special year, join Fr. Greg Lesher for a pilgrimage to important religious sites in Portugal, Spain and France.
Flyers are in the Information Cove. For questions, contact Jo Holt at 303.221.9222 or [email protected].
A wonderful Marian journey to Fatima, Lourdes and other sites
This Week’s Mass IntentionsSunday, January 1: Mary, the Holy Mother of God 7:00am Pamela Stone † 8:30am Margaret Edelbrock †10:30am Mass for the People of St. Thomas More12:30pm Joseph Patrick Shalvey, Jr. †(No 5:30pm Mass this day)Monday, January 2: 6:30am Woodrow & Eileen Lamb † 9:00am Connie Schultz †Tuesday, January 3: 6:30am Jeffrey Sprague † 9:00am Clara Hayes †Wednesday, January 4: 6:30am Louise Summerfelt † 9:00am Tim Oldani †
Thursday, January 5: 6:30am Hawi Shannon 9:00am Virginia Kilgore †Friday, January 6: 6:30am Michael & Lorraine Beiriger 9:00am Dr. Lucius Cassidy, Sr. †Saturday, January 7: 7:30am Bernie Ruybal † 4:00pm Anne Benda † 5:30pm Raymond Kiedrowski †Sunday, January 8: The Epiphany of the Lord 7:00am Richard Fort 8:30am Philip Beiriger10:30am Mass for the People of St. Thomas More12:30pm Linus Leppink † 5:30pm Cornelius Carmody †
Becoming CatholicWould you like to learn more about joining the Catholic Church, founded by Jesus Himself? Encounter the love, truth and joy of the Catholic faith!
For more info, contact Brett Manero at [email protected] or 303.221.9244.
Catholics Come HomeWelcome home! If you have been away from the Catholic Church, you’re always welcome to return and rediscover the beauty of the Catholic faith.
For more info, contact Brett Manero at [email protected] or 303.221.9244.
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STEWARDSHIP of PRAYER
This Week’s Prayer IntentionsPray for our ill parish members & relatives:William Bell, Bernie Busch, Bo Bohannon, Terrance Bohannon, Riva Caton, Bonnie LaFleur, Mark Malsam, Len Mazzi
Pray for our deceased parish members & relatives:Sydney Beal, Floyd Benefiel, Daniel Brady, Teresa Favaro, Lester Folz, Christa Herbert, Sylvia Kropf, Joan Meranda, Gerald Nurrenbern, Kathryn Rudy, Raymond Scott, Fr. Mel Thompson, Richard Vitello
Due to the Privacy Act, only immediate family members may request a name to be placed on the prayer list. Please call the parish office at 303.770.1155. u Funeral times at STM are published at www.stthomasmore.org and Flocknote group “Departed Brothers and Sisters” when arrangements are finalized.
Perpetual Adoration“Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament consoles a soul far beyond what the world can offer.” – St. Alphonsus Ligouri
Adore our Lord Jesus in our adoration chapel! Weekly hour commitment opportunities include Sundays at 9:00am, Thursdays at 2:00am, Fridays at 9:00pm and Saturdays at 5:00am.
To become an adorer, please contact Rosemary Samaniego at 303.220.3392 or [email protected].
Spend a prayerful hour with Jesus
Cancer NovenaThis Wednesday, January 4 through Thursday, January 12: 5:30pm in STM school, room 213
Come pray a novena for approximately 40 minutes each day. You may pray privately when attending is inconvenient.
For questions, call Marge Chardavoyne at 303.721.7015. To submit names for the list, email [email protected].
Special prayers for those afflicted with cancer and for their families
Children’s Holy HourFriday, January 6: (every first Friday)4:00–5:00pm in the Adoration Chapel
Children of all ages are welcome.
Contact: Smita Rodrigues at 720.221.4665.
Prayer in the SquareSaturday, January 7: 10:00am at Civic Green Park in Highlands Ranch Town Center (every first Saturday)
Come pray a rosary for our Lady’s intercession for our country & world.
Contact: Dana Trenovich at 720.383.1224.
Join us in prayer
Living Rosary CrusadeStrengthen your devotion to Mary by praying a decade of the rosary each day. New members are welcome!
If interested, contact Deb DesMarteau at [email protected] or 303.741.4079.
New 20-month calendars will be available in the Information Cove. Contact Deb to receive your member assignment number.
Praying Prodigal Hearts HomeThursday, January 12:7:00pm in the Cry Room
Join us to pray for the return of our loved ones to the Catholic faith.
Contact: Colleen Goffredi at 303.694.4864.
Rosary MakersChange of venue: The potluck meeting on Saturday, January 21 from 1:00–3:00pm will now be held in the Padre.
For questions, contact Deb DesMarteau at [email protected] or 303.741.4079.
We will begin a new roster of participants for our next 20-month calendar!
SUNDAY, JANUARY 1, 2017
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Thank You For An Amazing Christmas!
Christmas at STM this year was truly amazing! Thank you to all STM parishioners for helping to create a welcoming experience for everyone, including many guests and visitors. We are very grateful to all those who served in special volunteer roles, such as greeters, ushers, parking attendants, carolers and more.
Thank you also to all who supported our Christmas programs assisting people in need, including Project 600, Angel Tree and the Food Drive.
You helped spread joy and cheer to others this Christmas!
STEWARDSHIP of TIME & TALENT
Young AdultsAll young adults in their 20s and 30s are invited to join us for social and spiritual events, book studies, prayer groups, holy hours, retreats and more!
For information or questions, contact Brett Manero at [email protected] or 303.221.9244. Join Facebook group “St. Thomas More Young Adults” for updates.
For all young adults – single, dating, engaged or married
Questions of the WeekAdult: How has God blessed and kept your family? What can you do as a family this week to show your gratitude for these blessings?
Child: When have you felt most blessed by God? What can you do to help someone in your family feel the same way?
Discovery Job NetworkEvery Monday morning:9:30–11:00am in St. Peregrine Hall
All job seekers are invited to join us each week for networking & great resources.
Contact [email protected] or 303.220.3384 for questions. No RSVP needed.
Connecting job seekers with employers
New Altar Server TrainingThursday, January 26 or Wednesday, February 1: 4:00–6:00pm in the church on each day
Youth interested in becoming an altar server: join us for one training session!
To register, contact Karen Smoody at [email protected] or 720.482.3594. Space is limited to 12 servers per session.
For youth in fourth grade through high school
Blood DriveSaturday, January 21:7:30–11:30am in the school gym
Loyal donors, new donors & volunteers are needed for the STM Blood Drive!
Sign up online at https://donors.bonfils.org and use site code 0225, or call the Bonfils appointment center at 303.363.2300. For eligibility questions, call 303.363.2202.
Save lives as a blood donor at our Bonfils Blood Drive
Welcome, New Parishioners!The families of:Alex & Tere AlcalaHarry & Cynthia AtkinsonAlexander & Kendra BalsigerAgustin & Araceli BernalCarlos & Maria CervantesBryan & Kimberly CowenJohn & Jennifer GhingoBrett & Lauren LarsonJeff LindnerClayton & Kree Lockhart
We are very glad you’re here! If you are a new member of our parish (or have been here awhile but have not yet registered), please register on our website at stthomasmore.org, at our welcome desk in the narthex or in the parish office.
Adam & Crystal MackMay & Zully MarquezMary MartinMac & Bethy OrmondBrittani ParksJeremy & Leslie RiveraJohn & Nicole SpisakJorge & Maricela TinocoCraig & Rosalie WatkinsEric & Cecilia Welwood
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STEWARDSHIPof VOCATIONS
Msgr. Tom Begins SabbaticalWe wish Monsignor Tom well on his six-month sabbatical, which begins on Sunday, January 1 and ends on June 30. Please keep him in your prayers!
For details, read his Pastor’s Note on page 2 of this bulletin and in the December More Informed, available in the Information Cove.
Try eGiving for the New YearOur eGiving program Faith Direct offers a convenient way to support STM with your debit/credit card or bank account.
To enroll, visit stthomasmore.org and under “Quick Links,” select “Online Giving” & click the Faith Direct button. Thank you!
Looking for an easy way to make your contributions?
STEWARDSHIPof TREASURE
Ditty Bag CollectionBeginning Sunday, January 7 through Saturday, January 28:Bin in Information Cove (off narthex)
Please donate travel-size toiletries, such as soap, shampoo, conditioner, combs, toothbrushes and toothpaste in the Information Cove. Socks, scarves and gloves are also welcome.
We thank you for your contributions, which will be delivered to Samaritan House and other homeless shelters for Valentine’s Day.
For any questions, contact Ellen Tawson, president, at 303.601.4058.
Beginning next Sunday, the Ladies Auxiliary 10205 will be collecting items for the annual ditty bags!
Have You Lost a Coat?Please check with the Office of Catechesis for any lost coats or jackets, as our coat rack is full. Thank you!
In Memory of Father MelAs you may have heard, our longtime priest Fr. Mel Thompson has passed away in December 2016. His beautiful funeral Mass on December 27 was attended by many STM parishioners.
When Father Mel departed St. Thomas More in July 2015, he included the following quote in his parting note in the bulletin. We hope this message will bring you comfort and fond remembrance of the joy Father Mel brought to so many lives.
“May leprechauns strew happinessWherever you walk each dayAnd Irish angels smile on you All along the way.”
“Pray for me, as I will for thee, that we may merrily meet in heaven.”– One of Father Mel’s favorite quotes from our patron, St. Thomas More
Traveling ChaliceIf your family would like the Traveling Chalice in your home for a week to pray for vocations, please contact Karen Smoody at [email protected].
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HIGH SCHOOL YOUTHSTM MIDDLE SCHOOL &
Pro-Life Mini-Boot CampWednesday, January 18:7:00–8:45pm in the H.S. Youth Center
Come learn what you need to know to defend innocent life.
For questions, contact the Youth Ministry staff at 303.220.3388.
A presentation open to all youth in grades 7–12
Youth Groups on Short Winter Break; Kickoff Dates
Breakaway, Crossfire & ECHO are on a short break and will return the second week of January. Crossfire switches over to Thursday nights at that time. Kickoff event dates are:Wednesday, January 11: 7:00–8:45pmBreakaway (9th–12th grade) – Nerf War!Wednesday, January 11: 7:00–8:45pm – ECHO (7th & 8th grade)Thursday, January 12: 6:00–7:30pm – Crossfire (6th grade)
For questions, contact the Youth Ministry staff at 303.220.3388.
Join us after our break for our youth groups’ exciting kickoff events!
Middle School BBQ in the Snow & Movie Night
Wednesday, January 4:6:00–8:45pm outside the Youth Center All middle school youth and their friends are invited for a grilled dinner, active games and chill time in front of an awesome movie together.
Sign up at the youth table by January 1. Contact Yifat Shahrabani or Greg Johnson at 303.220.3388, [email protected] or [email protected] for questions.
All middle school youth and friends are invited
Alternative Summer Break 2017 in Peru: Meeting
Thursday, January 12:6:30–8:00pm
Come join us for this next info meeting. We still have at least 10 spots available for this amazing trip!
Info is on the youth table in the narthex. Contact David Tschumper at [email protected] or 303.220.3388 x1.
An exciting week open to all high school youth
H.S. Annual Nerf WarWednesday, January 11:7:00–8:45pm at the Youth Center
Kick off the new semester with a bit of fun and running around at our annual Nerf War! Bring your own Nerf gun & missiles (we have some available first-come, first-served) and prepare your best ninja strategies. Invite your friends!
Contact David Tschumper with questions at 303.220.3388 or [email protected].
A fun night for all high school youth (grades 9–12)
Celebrate Life Rally & MarchSaturday, January 14: 9:30am–4:00pm (downtown Denver trip)
Join us for a youth Mass, rally & march.
All middle school and high school youth: Sign up at the youth table. For questions, contact the Youth Ministry staff at 303.220.3388.
Open to all M.S. & H.S. youth and families
Holy Rosary Soup KitchenMonday, January 9: 4:30–9:00pm (sign up now on youth table; spots limited)
Serve dinner, help set up sleeping areas & interact with women residing there. Contact Kelley Contreras at 303.220.3388 x5 or [email protected] for questions.
High school service opportunity open to all youth in grades 9–12
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CATHOLIC SCHOOLST. THOMAS MORE
Our Week at a GlanceContinues through Friday, January 6:No School – Christmas BreakLion’s Den Closed
Sunday, January 1:Happy New Year!
Monday, January 9:School Resumes
To learn more about our great parish school, visit stmcatholic.org or call 303.770.0441. See page 3 for details about upcoming events for prospective families.
Rockin’ Christmas ProgramOur parish school’s Rockin’ Royal Christmas Program on Thursday, December 15 was a huge success! It was a beautiful presentation by our first, third & fifth grade students.
Special thanks to Mrs. Burkholder, Ms. Murillo, our wonderful actors and the entire STM community.
We hope all the parishioners of St. Thomas More are having and continue to have a wonderful Christmas season!
Our parish school is a community of faith
High School EventsSunday, January 1:Happy New Year! (No 5:30pm Mass)
Tuesday, January 3:St. JP2 Youth Choir: 7:00–9:00pm
Wednesday, January 4:No Breakaway
Sunday, January 8Sue’s New Groove: 5:30–8:30pmSee the info box below for details.
Grades 9–12
Middle School EventsMonday, January 2:Bible & Beyond: 4:00–6:00pm
Tuesday, January 3:No Challenge
Wednesday, January 4:All Middle School BBQ in the Snow & Movie Night: 6:00–8:45pm See the info box on page 8 for details.
Sunday, January 8:Sue’s New Groove: 5:30–8:30pmSee the info box below/left for details.
Grades 6, 7 & 8
Mountain MadnessFull Payment Deadline
Sunday, January 15: (MLK Weekend)
As a reminder, if you are registered for Mountain Madness with your deposit, this is the due date to pay in full for your student.
For questions, contact Yifat S. at [email protected] or 303.220.3388 x4.
“Sue’s New Groove”Cake Reception
Sunday, January 8: 5:30pm Mass; 6:30–8:30pm reception in McCallin Hall
We gather to celebrate Sue Lythgoe and her 14 years of youth ministry at STM! All youth and families are invited to attend the 5:30pm Youth Mass, followed by a cake reception in her honor.
RSVP to David Tschumper at 303.220.3388 x1 or [email protected].
All youth & families are welcome!
