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THANK YOU!

Posted by Angela Goodwin on 8/25/25

With Grateful Hearts 

On Sunday, August 24, 2025, our parish family gathered for a truly historic and grace-filled moment—the Dedication of our new St. Thomas More Church. What a beautiful day of prayer, celebration, and unity!

We extend our deepest gratitude to: The Diocese of Davenport and Bishop Dennis ... Read More »

CARE FOR CREATION & MESKWAKI PILGRIMAGE

Posted by Angela Goodwin on 8/05/25

Care for Creation & Meskwaki Powwow Pilgrimage A Jubilee Year Pilgrimage of Hope | August 7–10, 2025

As a prelude to the Season of Creation (September 1–October 4), the St. Thomas More Social Justice Commission invites all parishioners to join a Jubilee Year Pilgrimage of Hope to the Meskwaki Red Earth Nation Powwow near Tama, Iowa.

This vibrant ... Read More »

Weekly Announcements for August 23th & 24th, 2025

Posted by Angela Goodwin on 2/14/25

--- Bishop Walsh will preside at the mass of dedication at 2:00 p.m. tomorrow/today. A reception will follow in the new lower level social hall. --- Mass Schedule Update for this weekend:

     Saturday, Aug. 23

5:15 PM – Lower Level

     Sunday, Aug. 24

8:30 AM ... Read More »

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

Posted by Angela Goodwin on 12/23/24

Help Build Homes with Habitat for Humanity!

Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity is finishing two new homes this winter/spring, and they need your help! 

Volunteer: No experience needed—they’ll provide all the training and tools!Sign Up: build.iowavalleyhabitat.org/volunteer_calendarGroups: Email Sammi deNeui at sammi@iowavalleyhabitat.org

Follow updates here: iowavalleyhabitat.org/news/construction-updates-december-2024.

Let’s work together to ... Read More »

GRACE & GROWTH: CATHOLIC MOMS OF YOUNG CHILDREN

Posted by Angela Goodwin on 9/17/24

Calling All Catholic Moms of Young Kids! 

Are you a mom looking for fellowship, faith, and support from other women who understand the joys and challenges of raising young children? Join Catholic Mothers of Young Children, a multi-parish group that meets every 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month to pray, connect, ... Read More »

SAGES (Sacred Activism Grounded in Everyday Spirituality) Fall Schedule

Posted by Angela Goodwin on 8/28/24

SAGES (Sacred Activism Grounded in Everyday Spirituality) provides a safe space to explore the intersection of spiritual growth, transformation and social justice using contemplative practice, study & reflection. No matter where you are on your spiritual journey, you are welcome!

Discover a safe and nurturing environment where spiritual growth, ... Read More »

Service & Volunteer Opportunity - Catholic Worker House

Posted by Angela Goodwin on 7/02/24

Service & Volunteer Opportunity - Catholic Worker House

Can you believe we're already getting ready for Fall 2024? Time flies! 

Mark your calendars: The STM Social Justice Commission will be serving our next meal at CWH. Upcoming Dates and Sign up to help here: November 17, 2024 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0E4BA8AD2EAAFA7-50549476-september#/

If ... Read More »

Announcements for February 4th & 5th 2023

Posted by Katie Schneider on 2/04/23

-Do you want to learn more about the Jewish faith? Would you like to learn how we as Catholics can be more supportive of our Jewish brothers and sisters? Join us next Sunday, February 12 at 2:00 p.m. on the church lower level for a conversation between Rabbi Esther ... Read More »

Announcements for January 15th 2023

Posted by Katie Schneider on 1/14/23

--The STM Knights of Columbus are hosting a Spaghetti Supper on Saturday January 28, 2023 from 6:00pm-7:30pm in the church lower level. We will be serving homemade vegetarian and meat spaghetti sauce, spaghetti, dessert and beverage. A free will donation is asked which will go to fund the free lunch program ... Read More »

Announcements for December 4th 2022

Posted by Katie Schneider on 12/03/22

-This Thursday is the Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary, a holy day of obligation. Masses will be held at 9:00 am and at 6:00 pm on Thursday.  -The annual collection for Christmas decorations for church takes place this weekend.  A basket is located in the Gathering Space ... Read More »