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The Baptism of the Lord
January 13, 2019
Why is there a Big Basket under the Crucifix on the Sanctuary Reredos? Have you been wondering? It’s filled with prayers from our community in response to the clergy
abuse scandal rocking our Church. As members of the Body of Christ we find ourselves standing in
solidarity with all who have been victimized; seeking consolation for the betrayal of our trust; hoping
for renewal of a faith that has been badly shaken; and calling for accountability from an institutional
church that has allowed and perpetuated this scandal. Trusting in God, we lay our cares, fears and
hopes at the feet of Jesus, for he is the true rock of our faith and the source of our healing.
Between now and Easter we will continue to add prayers to this basket (there are “Healing Prayer” cards in the Community
Corner and a special box for collecting them). These prayers will be used as fuel for our Easter fire at the great Vigil. Con-
sumed by the purifying flames of this holy oblation, they will find release – rising heavenward for healing, peace and recon-
ciliation – that we may rise to new life with and in Christ on Easter morn.
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Community & Opportunities
Can You Stay to Help After 10:30 Mass THIS Sunday? Many hands make light work and we’re hoping to make some light-work of removing Christmas from our worship space.
Check with members of the Liturgy Core Team in the Sanctuary; some of the trees will be staying in place until Lent, so we
need to make sure you’re not “harvesting” the wrong trees. Please adopt a poinsettia, “a flower of the Holy Night” (symbol
of the Star of Bethlehem). They are great gifts for neighbors, shut-ins, relatives, and friends. Please pick up one (or six)
AFTER the 10:30 Mass. We’ll provide plastic bags to protect your plant(s) on the ride home.
Care for Creation - Prophecy, Prayer, Participation
Thursday, January 17, 7 pm, Parish Center Join us for discussion and action at our first STM Care for Creation meeting of 2019! We look
at ways of dealing with the challenges of climate change and ways of reducing our carbon
footprint at home, work, and in our communities. Interested or have questions? Please con-
tact Lorraine: 651-644-3315. "Laudato si’ is not a document…Laudato si’ is a prayer, Praise
be to God”: so said Pope Francis' representative at the Climate Action Summit in California,
Sept. 2018 Augusto Zampini spoke of the "prophetic nature" of the document with its call to
rethink “how we produce, how we trade, how and what we buy, what we consume and
what we waste.” He said that the Vatican was a “tiny part of the church” and "...needed the
full support of all of you, of all your congregations and of all your institutions, schools, parishes..."
STM’s Justice in Action Committee Invites St. Thomas More’s Voice at the ISAIAH Convention on Immigration and Caring Economy
Saturday, January 19, 11 am, (Refreshments/Registration, 9:30-10:30 am) Mpls Convention Center (1301 2nd Ave. S., Mpls) REGISTER ONLINE
The Justice in Action Committee invites people of faith at Saint Thomas More to have their voices heard and their actions
counted as we look ahead to a new year and a new legislative session at our state capitol. As a member church in ISAIAH,
we want to show our support for the issues that matter to us, and which we will be carrying to the capitol as one of 200
member-congregations united behind one agenda:
Civic inclusion through driver’s licenses for all, including our immigrant brothers and sisters, and restoring the vote to
those with criminal records who have served their time;
Creating a caring economy with quality and affordable childcare and eldercare, and paid family leave
and sick time;
Climate justice and right stewardship of the planet we’re been entrusted with, and
Quality, affordable and accessible Healthcare for all.
We hope to bring the STM delegation to an event that includes training so we can become more civically engaged at the
capitol with our legislators and public officials on issues that matter to us, as well as to have the opportunity to meet some
of our newly elected leaders. Questions, contact Arline Datu, Justice in Action Chair: [email protected] or 651-207-7487.
Ignatian Spirituality Project Parishioner Andrew LaBarre led a retreat for 12 men from 5 different facilities across the metro on Dec. 29-30 at Dunrovin. ISP
is a national network of over 2 dozen cities in North America that provides Ignatian retreats for men and women who have
experienced homelessness and in recovery from addiction. Andrew said: "There is no doubt we made a positive impact in
the lives of those who are so desperately seeking out God as the solution to their sobriety." If you are interested in joining
the volunteer team, please contact: Andrew LaBarre (men’s team), 763-219-2832, [email protected] or Mary
Fratto (women's team), 612-516-8161, [email protected].
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Community & Opportunities
Racial Justice and the Catholic Church
Sunday, January 27, 12-2pm, St. Peter Claver School Our next Racial Justice and the Catholic Church collaborative event with St. Thomas More and St. Peter Claver parishes will
be on Sunday, Jan. 27, 12-2 pm at St. Peter Claver School. We'll discuss the US Bishops' new pastoral letter on racial justice:
“Open Wide Our Hearts: The Enduring Call to Love - A Pastoral Letter Against Racism.”
Upcoming Bible Study Series All are WELCOME to come and explore Letters from Prison and open up to the world of St. Paul. Our next bible study begins
Thursday, February 7, 8-9:30 am, and goes for ten weeks. In these letters of encouragement, correction, and instruction
written from prison, Paul lovingly inspires and challenges us to greater discipleship. In Philippians, Paul calls on the com-
munity to rejoice even when difficulties and struggles abound in life. Paul offers Jesus himself as the prime model to follow
in his humility and obedience. Colossians and Ephesians have a number of striking similarities, including the depiction of the
Church as the body of Christ with Christ as the head. Colossians, however, contains a great hymn of praise to Christ as the
image of the invisible God, while Ephesians describes the Church as the spotless bride of Christ. The cost is $20 and is due
on the first day of the series. Register on our website, or contact Brian [email protected], 651-227-7669 x 311.
You are Called and We Need You!
The Faith Formation Commission is interested in recruiting an additional 2-3 members. Please prayerfully consider joining
this group of parishioners dedicated to advancing opportunities for Faith Formation in our community. Our group meets
once a month, and is responsible for researching and brainstorming new ideas and prospects for programs that will appeal
to parishioners of all ages. We support Brian Hefer, staff member, in promoting and enhancing educational, sacramental
and devotional occasions for all community members.
The time commitment is minimal and the rewards are great. We welcome all persons willing to share their time and talent
with our group. Current Commission members are: Mike Manerowski, Brigid Schuessler, Stan and Mary Karcz, and Carol
Ney. Please feel free to approach any of us to ask about our group! To express interest, please contact Mike Manerowski:
[email protected] or Brian Hefer: [email protected] or 651-227-7669 x 311.
Dinner at St. Thomas More - Celebrate Your Marriage
Saturday, February 9, after 4:30 Mass, STM School Auditorium Join us for a Cana dinner to celebrate Christian marriage. We will have a social hour, pasta dinner catered by Skinners Pub,
and swing dancing led by Fr. R.J. Warm up for Valentine’s Day at this fun parish event! The cost is $35 per couple. You can
mail a check, drop it in the Sunday collection, or drop it at the parish center. Remember to write “attention Carol” on the
envelope and note “Cana Dinner” in the memo of your check. RSVP due by Monday, February 4. For more information
please contact Carol Arend, [email protected] or 651-227-7669 x 305.
Healing Event for the Clergy Abuse Crisis Please save Saturday morning, February 23rd for a healing event surrounding the clergy abuse crisis. A program on Re-
storative Justice and an introduction to healing circles. More details to follow. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Time for yet Another Liturgical Ministry Schedule! If you’re a Lector, Eucharistic Minister, Sacristan or Altar Server, please let us know if you have scheduling conflicts or re-
quests. Our new schedule will cover weekend Masses from Feb. 2-March 30. If you don’t have requests or information,
Thank You, no need to respond. If you DO have information for us, please get back to us now. If you’re part of our Pilot
Program for “Direct Input” please post your information to your personal account now, using the Feb. 2-March 30 date
parameters. Information received after January 22, may not be reflected in the new schedule. If you’re NOT in the Pilot
Program, please leave your scheduling requests at [email protected], 651-227-7669 x 306 or put your
requests in writing and drop them off (or mail them to) the Pastoral Center, Attention: Lucas. Thanks!
Rooted in the Gospels and formed by Ignatian spirituality,
the mission of the Catholic Community of Saint Thomas More
is to glorify God by our lives.
How do I Make Payments Toward My Capital Campaign Pledge?
We Want to Thank All Who Made a Commitment to the Annual Stewardship and Building the City of God Capital Campaign!
Some have asked how they can make payments towards their capital campaign pledge…
Check: If you are writing a check, please write Capital Campaign on the memo line.
Giving Envelopes: When using your giving envelopes for a cash gift, please write Capital Campaign on
the envelope.
Electronic Giving: If you’re a current electronic donor and would like to increase your donation
amount, please visit www.morecommunity.org, click Stewardship/Donate, and log-in to your ac-
count. If you would like to start donating electronically, visit www.morecommunity.org, click Steward-
ship/Donate, and then click the green “Create New Account” button.
Questions or gifts of stocks, bonds or other securities
If you have any questions or are making a securities gift, such as a stock or bond, please contact Nicole Johnson in the par-
ish office: 651-227-7669 x 301 or [email protected]. Please continue praying for God’s guidance throughout
this process as well as the campaign volunteers and entire Saint Thomas More Catholic Community. This is an important mo-
ment in our parish’s history and we thank you for your interest!
Community & Opportunities
Call for Immigrant Support Donations The Catholic Church, Pope Francis and the Society of Jesus have long advocated for immigration reform in the United
States. St. Thomas More and its predecessor parishes, Immaculate Heart of Mary and St. Luke, have a lengthy history of
working with undocumented persons as advocates and supporters. St. Thomas More’s current work to support immigrants is
in need of your financial support. Our community acknowledges and respects the federal government’s obligation to protect
our borders and uphold our immigration laws. Nevertheless, we agree with the U.S. Catholic Bishops Conference that im-
migration principals should always be at the service of human dignity and the common good of society.
In July 2017, the Holy Family Apartment (HFA) was opened and has served multiple families. Through our volunteers, we
have accompanied these families and their needs, providing food and shelter, clothing, medical attention, translation ser-
vices, connections with community and immigration/asylum resources, legal counsel, education, and spiritual support.
Care has been provided by our STM volunteers and financial donations specifically tagged for immigrant support. Those
monies have been used for the remodeling and furnishing of the apartment and to bring it up to code, as well as to provide
the services needed for our ministry to guest families. Over the past year and a half since this ministry began, those initial
funds have been substantially drawn down and need to be replenished.
Here’s where you come in: We are asking you to consider adding support to our ministry. Can you consider a donation to-
day, or possibly an ongoing commitment through a monthly giving program? Any help will be greatly appreciated.
Donations can be made via check in the weekly collections by writing “Immigrant Support” on the Memo line. One-time or
sustaining donations can be made or set up securely via our website, www.morecommunity.org by selecting “Immigrant
Support” as the Fund to which you are donating. Thank you for your commitment and support.
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St. Thomas More School News
Did you know that STM has a band, an orchestra, and a choir group? Recently these talented children performed for the
STM community! It was a wonderful way to celebrate the season and support our extraordinary musicians. Everyone en-
joyed this delightful concert!
Recently, the second graders participated in a STEM activity. The children worked in groups to brainstorm how they could
create the longest paper chain using only two sheets of construction paper, 12 inches of masking tape, a ruler, and scissors.
This was a great activity to use critical thinking skills! STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and math. The stu-
dents needed to plan and design how they would construct their paper chain and then they would build the paper chain
and measure it. Afterwards, there was time to reflect on what went well with their design and what they might like to im-
prove on. This was a great activity to also build cooperation within a group. By the way the longest chain was 17 feet!
During the last week of school before Christmas vacation, the students all joined in a Christmas-Sing-A-Long in the school
auditorium! Mr. Steve Anderson was the guest pianist!
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Liturgy Schedule
Baptisms: First Sundays of the month during the 10:30 am
Mass or at 9 am by appointment (no baptisms offered
during Lent or Advent).
Centering Prayer: Tuesday, 5:30-6:15 pm.
Eucharistic Adoration: First Friday of the Month, flowing
from 7:15 am Mass, concluding at noon with Midday
Prayer and Benediction.
Mass: Saturday, 4:30 pm, Sunday, 8 & 10:30 am.
Tuesday-Friday, 7:15 am; during the school year, an 8:30 am
Mass is also celebrated on most Wednesdays.
Reconciliation: Saturday, 3:30-4 pm or by appointment.
Saturday, January 12
Reconciliation 3:30-4:30 pm Church
Mass 4:30 pm Church
Hospitality/Fellowship 5:30 pm Church
Sunday, January 13
Mass 8 am Church
Donut Sunday 9 am Church
Family Faith Formation 9:15-10:15 am Parish Library
Mass 10:30 am Church
Donut Sunday 11:30 am Church
Confirmation Session 11:30 am-1:30 pm School Auditorium
Christmas Environment 12-1:30 pm Church
Monday, January 14
Centering Prayer 5:30 pm Church
Deepening Series 6:30-8:30 pm Parish Library
Tuesday, January 15
Mass 7:15 am Church
Centering Prayer 5:30 pm Church
Pastoral Council 7:30-9 pm Parish Center
Wednesday, January 16
Mass 7:15 am Church
School Mass 8:30 am Church
Youth Choir 4:15-5 pm Church
Adult Volleyball 7-8:30 pm School Gym
Thursday, January 17
Mass 7:15 am Church
Care for Creation 7-8 pm Parish Center
Friday, January 18
School’s Early Release @11:30 am
Mass 7:15 am Church
Saturday, January 19
Wedding Seminar 10 am-12 pm Parish Library
Free Store Drop-offs 12-1 pm School Basement
Free Store Open 1-3 pm School Basement
Reconciliation 3:30-4:30 pm Church
Mass 4:30 pm Church
Sunday, January 20
Mass 8 am Church
Mass 10:30 am Church
Saturday, January 12 1 Jn 5:14-21/Ps 149:1-2, 3-4, 5 and 6a and 9b [cf. 4a]/Jn 3:22-30
Mass 4:30 pm STM Community
Sunday, January 13 Is 40:1-5, 9-11/Ps 104:1b-2, 3-4, 24-25, 27-28, 29-30 [1]/Ti 2:11-
14; 3:4-7/Lk 3:15-16, 21-22
Mass 8 am Betty Steffes
Mass 10:30 am Edward W. McConnon
Monica Abud
Tuesday, January 15 Heb 2:5-12/Ps 8:2ab and 5, 6-7, 8-9 [cf. 7]/Mk 1:21-28
Mass 10 am David Roden
Wednesday, January 16 Heb 2:14-18/Ps 105:1-2, 3-4, 6-7, 8-9 [8a]/Mk 1:29-39
Mass 7:15 am Josephine Collette
Mass 8:30 am STM Community
Thursday, January 17 Heb 3:7-14/Ps 95:6-7c, 8-9, 10-11 [8]/Mk 1:40-45
Mass 7:15 am Ardis Fahey
Friday, January 18 Heb 4:1-5, 11/Ps 78:3 and 4bc, 6c-7, 8 [cf. 7b]/Mk 2:1-12
Mass 7:15 am Frederick Putzier
Saturday, January 19 Heb 4:12-16/Ps 19:8, 9, 10, 15 [cf, Jn 6:63c]/Mk 2:13-17 Mass 4:30 pm Kenneth Hermann
Sunday, January 20 Is 62:1-5/Ps 96:1-2, 2-3, 7-8, 9-10 [3]/1 Cor 12:4-11/Jn 2:1-11
Mass 8 am Eva Everson
Mass 10:30 am STM Community
Calendar Mass Intentions
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Offices
Parish Center & Church 1079 Summit Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55105-3004
8 am-4 pm, Monday & Friday
TEL 651-227-7669 (Nicole Johnson)
FAX 651-227-0847
http://www.morecommunity.org
Saint Thomas More School 1065 Summit Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55105-3004
7:30 am-3:30 pm, Monday - Friday
TEL 651-224-4836 (Carol Ney)
FAX 651-224-0097
https://school.morecommunity.org/
Our Wider Catholic Community
Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis
777 Forest Street
Saint Paul, MN 55106-3857
TEL 651-291-4400
http://www.archspm.org/
Midwest Jesuits http://jesuitsmidwest.org/
Society of Jesus http://www.jesuits.org/index
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops http://www.usccb.org/
Vatican http://w2.vatican.va/content/vatican/en.html
Staff Contacts
PARISH CENTER TEL: 651-227-7669
Fr. Warren Sazama, S.J. - Pastor, x 312
Fr. R.J. Fichtinger, S.J. - Assisting Priest
Carol Arend - Pastoral Care/Weddings, x 305
Patti Day - Communications Director, x 302
Deacon Tom Dzik, x 317
Brian Hefer - Faith Formation/Justice & Service, x 311
Nicole Johnson - Office Manager/Pastor’s Admin. Asst., x 301
Tom Kohler - Facility & Maintenance Director, x 308
Pat Lofton - School Principal, 651-224-4836, x 303
Dana McCarthy - Liturgy, Music & Worship, x 306
Eli Pollock - Youth Choir Director, 651-224-4836
Mary Ann Sexton - Adult Choir Director
Lucas Tomlinson - Liturgy, Music & Worship, x 306
Elizabeth Thimmesh - School Admissions & Dev. Director
651-224-4836, x 302 [email protected]
Quick Contacts General Questions - [email protected] x 301
Baptisms - [email protected] x 311
Bulletin/Website - [email protected] x 302
Calendar - [email protected] x 301
Free Store - [email protected]
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STM School - [email protected] or 651-224-4836
Weddings - [email protected] x 305
Women’s Group - [email protected]
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