Consider "fasting" from acts that harm God's creation…the people, animals, plants, environment…choose instead to "feast" on actions that protect our universe, now and for generations to come.
Catholic Charities Community Maternity Services is so appreciative of your prayers and support! Ann Marie was delighted to receive so many tubs, cans of formula, clothing and large size diapers. A very special shout out to the Ladies of Charity, who coordinate Mary’s Corner, who shared their surplus to meet the immediate needs of the guests at CMS. We too thank our greeters, Arianna and Bruce McShane of Bethlehem’s Little Helper! “We know that all things work together for good! For those who LOVE God!” Romans 8:28 Blessings to you St. Thomas for your goodness and love of GOD and NEIGHBOR! NO DRIVE TILL TUESDAY MARCH 8TH when we kick off our LENTEN DRIVES! Until then BE WELL & know GOD LOVES YOU!
On behalf of our Sister Parish, Paraoquia de San Antonio de Padua, in Yucatan Mexico we thank you for your spiritual and financial support shown to our Sister Parish during our Souper Bowl Soup Sale this weekend! Together we collected $917.00! Our winning Raffle tickets for our Los Panchos Gift Cards is 044182 and 044094. Please pick up your prize at our Church Office between 9am-2pm. Special shout to Pueblo to People Committee and Youth Ministry for hosting the event! Thank you, St. Thomas, for showing LOVE of neighbor across borders! Together we are making a difference! God Bless you! Happy Valentine's Day!
"Let us care for one another and let us be loving custodians of creation." Pope Francis
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“COOKING is LOVE made VISIBLE”! This poster hangs at the South End Children’s Café. God bless you St. Thomas for providing kindness and generosity and all those essential items needed to prepare that overflowing dish of LOVE! We thank our young church, Arianna and Bruce McShane of Bethlehem’s Little Helper for greetings and sorting. Next Tuesday we will be assisting our young neighbors served at C.C. Community Maternity Services. They are in need of: Large Diapers size 4, 5, 6, Enfamil Formula Powder, Toddler Clothing size 2T-4T & Boys Pajamas with feet 12mo to 24mo., onesies shirts any size, infant bathtubs. Thank you, St. Thomas, for supporting LIFE! God Bless YOU for sharing HIS LOVE! Happy Valentine’s Day!
Come to Five Rivers Environmental Center on February 12 (Saturday) for a day filled with fun in God's Creation. Deadline to register is February 9; call 518-475-0291.
Pueblo to People and Youth Ministry are preparing Fr. Rich Broderick’s Third World Soup a delicious tomato, rice and vegetable soup. Take out containers will be available for a donation after all Masses this weekend Feb. 12 & 13! Stop by for some soup or enter our free raffle! All donations benefit our Sister Parish: Parroquia de San Antonio de Padua in Yucatan Mexico. On behalf of our Sister Parish and its 17 chapels; pastor, Fr. Raul Francisco Cardoz Fernandez and Parish Coordinator Sister Leonila THANK YOU for your years of spiritual and financial support! Know that our Sister Parish is praying for all of us too! Thank you, St. Thomas, for sharing the LOVE of NEIGHBOR beyond boarders! “Muchas bendiciones!” Many blessings!
Sunday evening Feb. 6, High School Students are invited to join us following the 5pm mass from 6:00pm to 7:15pm for our Valentine Agape Latte! “Agape” a LOVE that seeks nothing in return! Hosts Sarah and Ryan welcome storytellers: engaged couple Michael Gerrety & Catherine Cassidy and married couple Garrett & Brianna Bernardo, who will share how their faith impacts their love for one another at this very special Valentine Agape Latte! Check out our Youth Ministry Page for more details and sign up today!
Blessings to all who dropped off items to the Gathering Hall or joined us at our drive for the Veterans Miracle Network. We thank our young church for greeting and packing Rob’s van full of your goodness and generosity! Prayerfully we remember all who are serving or have served our country; many thanks to them and their families for their bravery, sacrifice and service. Next Tuesday we share the LOVE with our friends at the South End Children’s Café! They are most in need of: Spaghetti, ziti, elbow macaroni, tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, oregano, cilantro, pepper, parsley, black beans, kidney beans, olive oil, canola oil, salad dressing, bread crumbs, bread mix in a box, chicken & beef broth, canned green beans & can corn (biggest cans) crotons, individual cereals, oatmeal packets, tomato soup & vegetable soup (biggest cans) crackers, paper towels, rice and canned fruit. God bless you for sharing the LOVE of GOD with others! See you Tuesday!