St. Thomas Aquinas Parish

09/03/2026

Looking for a way to deepen your faith, connect with others, and grow closer to God? Join us for Adult Faith formation this fall. 🙏💛

08/31/2026

In last week's Gospel, Peter was granted the status of first Apostle and leader of the Church. Why the change? It seems that, even after all this time, he is still thinking too small. Jesus rebukes him and encourages him to lift his eyes and mind up and outward to the surprising way in which the Lord is going to save humanity.
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This is undefined's role here at undefined - to get us to see God's plan, as big and "impractical" as it may be! That's how God works.

08/29/2026

Today, the Church commemorates John's death at the hands of King Herod. John's death foreshadows Jesus' death in some key ways. He is killed by a ruler who hesitates in executing him (Herod = Pilate), he is killed for speaking the hard truths to the people, and his disciples take his body away afterward. Whether John knew all the details or not, he had faith that he had spoken the truth to power. Saint John the Baptist, grant us at undefined your courage today.

08/26/2026

Hear from the heart of our shepherd by signing up for a Weekly Word from Archbishop Bernard Hebda. Receive his monthly "Together on the Journey" videos plus weekly reflections by signing up here: https://www.archspm.org/togetheronthejourney/

08/25/2026

Our hearts are with Annunciation. Thursday, August 27 marks the one-year anniversary of the tragic shooting at Annunciation. Please join us for Daily Mass at 9:00 a.m. as we come together in prayer to remember all those affected and to offer our continued prayers for healing, comfort, and peace.

08/23/2026

God is in the details - always. And here's an incredible detail that often gets misinterpreted. Throughout the centuries, Christians have often taken the idea that "the gates of hell shall not prevail" against the Church as a defensive metaphor. This means that the Church will be assaulted but remain standing.
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But the "gates of hell" themselves are defensive structures. Our Lord is noting that his Church, rather than standing still and being battered by sin, is meant to "go on the offensive" against evil. This is most clearly shown in the Acts of the Apostles, when the disciples go out with great joy and energy to proclaim the Good News. We're asked to do the same at undefined!

08/20/2026

Today, we remember St. Bernard, who was an amazing man of prayer, wisdom, and zeal. In all things, he longed for the rest of God. May we long for that same rest here at undefined.

08/12/2026

👉🏼Registration Is Open! 🙌🏻
Now is the perfect time to register for Faith Formation at St. Thomas Aquinas! 💛

Faith Formation is for all children, all ages - not just those preparing for a sacrament. We want to help your children grow in their Catholic faith, build friendships, and discover what it means to follow Jesus in everyday life.

Come grow in faith with us!
We can't wait to see your family this fall!

07/24/2026

We are so proud to see our very own Music Ministry member, Steve Danielson, featured in The Catholic Spirit!

Whether he’s in the back of a yard or the front of a worship space, Steve Danielson humbly strives to glorify God. The 62-year-old landscape designer from Maplewood has taught music at Catholic schools, built elaborate theater sets, directed musicals and now lends his musical talents to St. Thomas...

07/07/2026