Letter from Bishop Checchio concerning clergy abuse
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Here at St. Thomas the Apostle, we encourage you to be Christian Stewards, using everything God has given you — time, talent, treasure — to serve Him gratefully.
Welcome to St. Thomas the Apostle
Whatever your status in the Church, whatever your family/marital situation, whatever your religious affiliation, whatever your personal history, age, background, race or color, sexual orientation, you are invited, welcomed, accepted, loved and respected at our Catholic Community of Saint Thomas the Apostle.
Upcoming Events
Advent Prayer Service
Dec 14 8:00pm
The Knights of Columbus is hosting an Advent Prayer Service entitled Journey to the Inn: An Advent Celebration on Fri, Dec 14 and 21, after the 7:00pm Mass in the Chapel. Join us in starting this NEW Advent tradition!
Annual Pointsettia Sale
Dec 15
Our Knights of Columbus #4815 will be sponsoring a poinsettia sale each weekend through Dec 22/23.
Children's Mass Dress Rehearsal
Dec 18 6:00pm - 7:00pm
The Children's Mass on Christmas Eve is at 7:00pm. We will have our dress rehearsal for this mass on 12/18.
No PREP Classes - Christmas Break
Dec 19 - Jan 1
Wed, Dec 19 - Tue, Jan 1
Classes resume Thu, Jan 3.
The Catholic Divorce Survival Guide
Dec 19 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Divorce affects everyone...it happens and it hurts.
No Adoration
Dec 19
There is no Adoration on Dec 19 and Dec 26. Adoration will resume on Jan 2.
Simbang Gabi Mass
Dec 22 7:30pm
Join us for mass honoring the Blessed Mother in preparation for the Nativity of the Lord Jesus.
Christmas Mass Schedule
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Mon, Dec 24: 4:00pm (Church & Auditorium), 7:00pm, 11:00pm (10:20pm Lessons and Carols)
Tue, Dec 25: 9:00am, 10:30am, 12:00pm
Parish Office Closed
Dec 24
Parish Office Hours: Dec 24/25 — Closed. The Office will reopen Wed, Dec 26, at 9:00am.
Tue, Jan 1 - the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God - is a Holy Day of Obligation
Dec 31 - Jan 1
Mass times:
Mon, Dec 31: 4:00pm Vigil Mass
Tue, Jan 1: 10:30am, 12:00pm
Announcements
Welcome to the Parish Family of St. Thomas!
If you are new to the community, Welcome! We are grateful to the Lord for your presence with us and look forward to including you in all areas of parish life.
Our Pantry is Low!
Our pantry receives your non-perishable food donations (for example, soups, toiletries, paper towels, toilet paper tomato sauce, boxed potatoes,juice, etc) to help neighbors that are in need. Please be sure your items are fresh and do not carry expired dates! Thank you!
Bingo
(Including progressive) All proceeds support Saint Thomas the Apostle Parish School.
Sundays - 5:00pm
Tuesdays and Thursdays - 11:00am
Friday - 9:00pm and Midnight.
Amazon Gives Back
Please support St. Thomas Parish by electing to donate 0.5% of your purchase to the charity of your choice by shopping on Amazon Smile.
Help Wanted: Little Angels Nursery
Our nursery is in need of volunteers for our Noon Mass. Please consider sharing an hour of your time to support the young families of our parish.
Provide a Fellow Parishioner a Ride to Church
Would you be able to provide a fellow parishioner with a ride to church? Your assistance would be greatly appreciated! Phone the Parish Office 732-251-4000.
Catholic Charities Donation Bin
By donating clothing, shoes and small housewares in the bins (located to the left of the basketball hoops in our parking lot) you are helping the needy.