Mass Schedule

Saturday 5:00 PM

Sunday 7:30 AM 9:00 AM

11:30 AM

Monday-Friday 9:00 AM

Holy Days 9:00 AM 7:00 PM

New Nursery Schedule

Nursery available in room 3 at the Parish Center only during the 9:00 AM Mass

on Sundays. (Children ages 6 months to 4 years are welcome)

Parish Mission Statement

We, the members of Saint Thomas More

Parish, are a family of Christians led by the

Holy Spirit in communion with the Catholic

Church.

We dedicate ourselves to proclaiming and

living the Gospel of our Lord, Jesus Christ.

We devote ourselves to sharing our faith,

strengthening family bonds, promoting social

justice and growing in love. We commit to

each other through prayer and action.

February 21, 2016

Readings: First Reading: Genesis 15:5-12, 17-18 Second Reading: Philippians 3:17-4:1 Gospel: Luke 9:28b-36

LLC 248 3015 E Creek Rd www.stmutah.org Office Hours

Sandy, UT 84093-6575 Mon-Thu 9:30 am — 5:00 pm

Contact List Enclosed Friday 9:30 am—1:00 pm

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NEW SAINT THOMAS MORE DAY

CARE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Center Director will supervise a daycare program of 25 children, ages 3+. The Center will operate 7am-6pm, Monday thru Friday. This position is full-time, and is supplemented with part-time

Daycare Child Care Workers.

Child Care Workers will attend to children in a daycare program of 25 children, ages 3+. The Center will operate 7am-6 pm, Monday thru Friday. This position is part-time.

For more detailed information, please visit our web site http://www.stmutah.org/jobs

Event Rentals Did you know you can reserve and rent rooms, the parish hall, gym and even the foyer for private events? Reservations are required at least 15 business days ahead of time to comply with our liability insurance needs. Please contact the office if interested, and we will be sure to put any rental monies to good use!

FEBRUARY 21, 2016-2nd Sunday of Lent "Peter and his companions had been overcome by sleep, but becoming fully awake, they saw his glory." Today's Gospel records the event we call the Transfiguration of the Lord. In this miraculous moment, Jesus' divine nature was revealed clearly to Peter, James and John. Often, we think only in terms of what happened to Jesus: "his face changed" and "his clothing became dazzling white" and he began a super-natural conversation with two ancient prophets. But that was only half of the story. The other part is what happened to the men. They were able to witness this revelation of Jesus only because they were "fully awake." Had they stayed sleeping, they would have missed out. They would not have had this astonishing insight into the glory of their friend and Master. It's an obvious point but one that may need more attention than we'd care to admit. Of course we have to be "awake" in order to absorb the fullness of our faith. If we are not tuned in, not attentive, not exerting any effort, then we are certainly going to miss out. But the fact is that we don't always realize we are falling asleep. Just as Peter, James, and John were "overcome" with sleep, we too can slip into this state without necessarily realizing it's happening. Spiritually speaking, we can be-come numb or lazy and slowly fade away from the fervor of authentic faith. This is why the church, in her wisdom, gives us the season of Lent. During these weeks, we strive to purify ourselves by attacking the sins and selfishness that make us spiritual sleep-walkers. This is the time to refocus, to clear away the cobwebs and to become "fully awake." Ultimately, we pray that these efforts will allow us to truly see "his glory" come Eastertide.

The early Church Fathers saw the Transfiguration as the revelation of Jesus as divine and as a fulfillment of God’s kingdom here on earth. Imagine what Peter, James, and John must have thought after seeing such a demonstration of God’s power. It is in direct experiences with God, like this one, that we come to see the truth about Jesus. Events like the Transfiguration don’t happen every day, you say? On the contrary, they happen every day!

The sacraments are direct, purposeful experiences with God that occur every day in churches everywhere. In the Eucharist, we are able to witness the real Jesus in our midst. One could say that appearing to us in the form of bread and wine is even more miraculous than what the three apostles saw that day.

Yet what do we think when encountering the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist? Lent is a great time to attend daily Masses, spend time in Eucharistic adoration, or prepare more fully for Sunday Mass by reading the Scripture in advance or quieting our hearts and minds with prayer. Do not let this time pass without noticing him. In the Eucharist, he is right in front of you.

Sacraments

Confessions Saturdays 4:00 PM or by appointment

Baptism Required parent class for first time parents

Please call the parish office

Marriage By appointment

9:30 AM—5:00 PM, Monday-Thursday

9:30—1:00 PM Friday

Rev. John Evans 801-942-5285 x 102 Pastor Pastor@stmutah.org Rev.David Trujillo 801-942-5285 x 105 AssociatePastor@stmutah.org Rev.Mr.Mark E.Solak 801-944-5017 Deacon dcn.mark@stmutah.org Nora Kennedy 801-942-5285 x 100 Pastoral Assistant Nora@stmutah.org Letty Coy 801-942-5285 x 103 Finance Letty@stmutah.org Jo Dorsett 801-942-5285 x 106 Home Communion Jo@stmutah.org

Tami Bernstein 801-942-5285 x 101 Director Faith Formation Tami@stmutah.org

MaryKaye Laabs-Johnson Director Preschool 801-942-5285 x 110 MaryKaye@stmutah.org Lorraine Rogers 801-942-5285 x 109 Preschool Loraine@stmutah.org

Bernie Hernandez 801-942-5285 x 108

Chencho Lopez 801-319-5289 Maintenance Melinda Voss 630-649-8110 Music Director Margarita Martin 801-942-5285 x 107 Bulletin Margarita@stmutah.org

Hospital Notice

SATURDAY 2/20

Community

5:00 PM

SUNDAY 2/21

† Claire Meyer (Bob Meyer)

7:30 AM

SUNDAY 2/21

† Lynn Varoz (Rudy and Marie Varoz)

9:00 AM

SUNDAY 2/21

Kasea Afoutou (Family)

11:30 PM

MONDAY 2/22

Health-Margie Petersen (Bob Petersen)

9:00 AM

TUESDAY 2/23

† Poor Souls (Greg Werking)

9:00 AM

WEDNESDAY 2/24

† Baby Bella (Tami Berstein)

9:00 AM

THURSDAY 2/25

Health and happiness Theresa Mitchell and Family (STM Staff)

9:00 AM

FRIDAY 2/26

† Tommy Zuehlke (Tom and Jenny Zuehlke)

9:00 AM

SATURDAY 2/27

Parish Staff for their work and dedication to STM (Mark and Kaye Rachele-Flanery

5:00 PM

SUNDAY 2/28

† Elizabeth Meyer (Bob Meyer)

7:30 AM

SUNDAY 2/28

Community

9:00 AM

SUNDAY 2/28

† Helen Shryock (Margaret Torina)

11:30 PM

Federal Privacy Regulation-HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act), prohibits all hospitals from informing churches of a patient’s presence unless the patient gives permission for the hospital to do so. If you are admitted to a hospital and would like a member of the clergy or a caregiver to visit you, please notify the hospital or call the parish office. You may be visited by a pastoral care member from the area not necessarily Saint Thomas More.

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Office Staff

Dee and John Rowland on the death of Dee’s sister, Jan Pirillo Rudy and Marie Varoz on the death of Rudy’s brother, Roman Varoz Barbara and Richard Chavez on the death of Barbara’s infant nephew, Elias Wheeler Maryann and Greg Jones on the death of Maryann’s father, Joe Brandiger

Saint Thomas More Ministries/Committees

Art and Environment Ruthi Miller 801-414--8732

Altar Servers Chris/Suzanne 801-619-3674

Bereavement Jo Dorsett 801-563-9893

Bible Study Ursula Gober 801-943-8245

Bible Study Lisa Bachiller 801-420-8762

Bingo Ray Bachiller 801-430-8762

Bingo Holly Porter 801-680-0117

Boy Scouts Patrick Schoen 801-574-9508

Care Ministry Eileen Barlage 801-942-4936

Coffee & Donuts Jo Dorsett 801-942-5285

Community Outreach Jeff Zmyslo 801-572-7453

Cub Scouts Jim Balent 801-808-7866

Days of Yore James Hooper 801-293-0263

Days of Yore Cathy Miller 801-918-0106

Debt Reduction Larry Page 801-949-7272

Eucharistic Min Level l Margarita Martin 801-971-7119

Eucharistic Min Level ll Jo Dorsett 801-942-5285

Faith Formation-Rel Ed Tami Bernstein 801-942-5285

Finance Council Larry Page 801-949-7272

Fun Bunch Jane Barklow 801-944-3327

Fun Bunch Pam Heinbecker 801-943-8003

Funerals Jo Dorsett 801-942-5285 Girl Scouts Melissa Miller 801-244-2097

Hospitality (Masses) Tami Bernstein 801-943-4657

Knights of Columbus Michael Griffin 801-277-9431

Ladies of STM Donna Murphy 801-943-9857

Ladies of STM Holly Porter 801-944-5775

Lectors Linda Johnson 801-466-4046

Liturgy Committee Fr. John Evans 801-942-5285

Music Bob Fry 801-944-5183

Music - Holzhauser Grp Todd & Katherina 801-541-1589

Music – Kristi Hall Kristi Hall 801-553-1332

Music – The Rowlands John Rowland 801-943-2707

Music- Choir Melinda Voss 630-649-8110

Music –Spirit Sisters Lynette Wilson 801-947-8487

Newcomers Call the Parish 801-942-5285

Parish Council Holly Porter 801-680-0117

Parish Council Glenn Anderson 801-733-7733

PreSchool MaryKaye Laabs 801-942-5285

Refugee Program Carol Barman 801-944-5804

Respect For Life Sandy Nichols 801-944-9335

Sacristans Nora Kennedy 801-942-5285

Safe Environment Jo Dorsett 801-942-5285

Social Committee Open position

St. Vincent Soup Kitchen Mary Leaper 801-255-9580

Stewardship Fr. Alois 801-942-5285

Vacation Bible School Liz Smith 801-942-6734

Vocations Silvia Lopez 801-942-2263

Wedding Coordinator Mary Pat Dowd 415-336-6330

Youth Ministry Patricia Woller 801-414-7643

Please let the parish office know when your person is doing better and can be removed from the sick list.

Lord, Protect Our Troops As They Protect Us

Captain Kyle Frazer—Army—Son of Craig & Christine Frazer Matthew Ren —Navy— Son of Suzanne & Gary Ren Brant Stokes—Air Force—Son of Chris & Gene Cutak Michael Knight—Marines—Nephew of Michael Mallory AJ Santi—Army—Father of Anthony Santi Nicholas L. Lee—Army—Friend of Darrel and Sandy Smith Bonnie Oulette—Army National Guard—Sister of Alyson & Chris Young Ryan Mooney—Navy—Millie Gallagher’s nephew Jonathon Bearce—Marines—Grandson of Richard & Marie Grundmeier Jonathan Nentl—Marines—Son-in-law of Carla Kulinsky Tyler Price—Army—Grandson of Ray & Judy Rossi Brad Carlisle—Army—Nephew of Kip & Joni Quinn Ryan Price—Air Force—Grandson of Bob & Jo Price Joan McDermot—Nun Serving in Pakistan—Friend of Jackie Olhausen Charles Egan—Army—Son of Sean Egan and Mary Powers- Egan Mark Taylor—Army– Son of Dolores Montoya Taylor and Bill Taylor Steven Hawkins—Marine– Son or Norma and Greg Hawkins David McKibben—Great Nephew of Bob and Camille Stackhouse

Please Pray For The Sick

The Catholic Diocese of Salt Lake City is committed to protecting children and young people. If you are aware of abuse or have been abused by clerics, church volunteers or Church workers, contact the Division of Child & Family Services, 1-800-678.9399. For pastoral assistance contact the Pastoral Center, 801-328-8641. For a copy of the Save Environment policy or training, please visit www.dioslc/safe-environment

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If you know of someone who needs a visit, a meal brought to them, or help in any way, please contact Saint Thomas More Care Ministry—Eileen Barlage

at 801-942-4936, stmcares@gmail.com or you may call the parish office.

Care Ministry

Alex Lopez Frank Sagehorn Mary Hanz

Alice Luers Fred Johnsen Melinda Hunsaker

Amy Dotson Gary Tueller Merrill & Don Wood

Analyse Riley German Visbal Michael Hendrickson

Angela Vredeveld Gilberto Diaz Nancy Lilly

Anna Rowland James Fassler Nathan Watterson

Arlene Evanoff Janet Sainsbury Nedra Christenson

B.J. Wadium Jasper Scott Nickie Williams

Baylee Bearden Jeanette Solak Orlando Rachele

Becci Rogers Jenean Carver Paula Formisano

Bob and Jo Price Jennifer Orellana Polly Perkowski

Brad Jordison Jessica Spingler Ramiro Visbal

Braydon Smith John Fogarty Ramon Rojas

Brenda Gutierrez John Henrikson Ray Minette

Brinley Holmstrom John Lawson Raymond Callahan

Carol Barilla Jonathan Cook Richard Rehmer

Carol Logston Judy Hooper Rick Perkins

Carole Jakeman Julia Gould Roger Robben

Cathy Adams June Robben Sharla Tanner

Cathy Pezley Kathleen Boyer Sharrie Martin

Cecilia Dearth Kathleen Martinez Stephen Taylor

Cindy Pacconi Kayle Le Moine Steve Bernstein

Conner Fitzsimons Kevin MacGilvery Steve Emsley

Curt Rosentreter Krysta Bullock Susan Mease

Dennis Vega Linda Gould Teri Young

Denny Clare Lishaun Jones Tim Pflieger

Dorothy Reynolds Marcus Fernandez Timmy Short

Earlene Hansen Margie Petersen Tony Furano

Edward Muztafago Marie Minnick Victoria Martinez

Elizabeth Plehn Mark Dabrowski & Parents Windy Burningham

Erika Larson Marlene Sanders

Evan Green Marva Burman

Flora Lawson Mary Barcikoski

ANTIOCHAN ORTHODOX CHURCH Talent Show Gala & Silent Auction

February 27 –5:30 PM-11 PM St Thomas More Catholic Church

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, please Join your Orthodox Christian brethren to celebrate Orthodox cultures around the world at their fundraiser. Enjoy appetizers, cash bar, silent auction, formal dinner, talent show and dancing at Around the World of Orthodoxy talent. Tickets are $45 and are available online at saintpeterpaulchurch.org/news-events/ or by calling Carrie Murphy at 801-643-9211.

The purpose of the Gala is to promote fellowship and unity among Christians in Utah, and to raise funds for Saints Peter and Paul Orthodox Church. 'That All May be One' John 17:21

Attention all Hospitality Ministers (Mass)

We are trying to create an e-mail list to make communication simpler.

If you have not already done so please send an e-mail to: Tami @stmutah.org

In the subject box please put “Usher” and in the message box please type in your week and time of service. Thank-you!

The Madeleine Choir School will be hosting a Drop in Tour on Tuesday, February 23rd from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. No appointment necessary, just stop by for information and tours of our campus. Staff, students, and parents will be available to answer questions. The Madeleine Choir School is located at 205 1st Avenue, Salt Lake City. For more information, visit utmcs.org, email admissions@utmcs.org, or call - 801-323-9850 x103.

The Army of the Lord A friend was in front of me coming out of church one day, and the preacher was standing at the door as he always is to shake hands. He grabbed my friend by the hand and pulled him aside.

The Pastor said to him, "You need to join the Army of the Lord!" My friend replied, "I'm already in the Army of the Lord, Pastor." Pastor questioned, "How come I don't see you except at Christmas and Easter?" He whispered back, "I'm in the secret service."

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Ladies of Saint Thomas

Tami Bernstein Director of Faith Formation Phone 801-942-5285 X101 tami@stmutah.org

We are sorry to say that attendance in our religious education classes is at an all-time low. This is most likely due to our lovely weather we have been having. Please keep in mind our dedicated volunteer teachers; neither rain, sleet, wind nor snow shall stop these swift couriers from their appointed ministry. That ministry being to help your children understand their Catholic faith and come to know and love our Creator.

The candidates and catechumens are preparing to become the elect. This will happen with the Rite of sending at the 5:00 Mass on Feb 13th, followed by the Rite of Election at the Cathedral on Feb 20th. Please keep them in your prayers as they continue their Journey toward Easter.

Tami Bernstein Director of Faith Formation Phone 801-942-5285 X101

READINGS FOR WEEKEND February 28

First Reading: Exodus 3:1-8a, 13-15 Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 10:1-6, 10-12 Gospel: Luke 13:1-9

The Ladies of STM will be doing a funds distribution in March. If you have a favorite charity that you would like to be considered for a donation, please send your request to Donna Murphy at drmurphy21@outlook.com or Joan Simard at tebear-jcs@comcast.net by February 28.

Upcoming Events:

We invite the Parish to join us as we pray "Mary's Way of the Cross" on Friday, February 26th at 7:00 p.m. This is a beautiful interpretation of the Stations of the Cross from Mary's perspective. For more information, please call Annette Pressley at 601-862-7112.

All Ladies are welcome to attend these events!

Saint Thomas More Sunday Nursery is Hiring!

We are looking for fun and reliable adults who love to work with children. This is a paid position, and ideal for a mom with small children as they are welcome to attend.

Dates: Sundays, 1 - 2 times per month Hours: 8:40 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

Requirements: Must complete the Diocese's Safe

Environment Online Training, and pass a background check before you can start. For more information, please contact Lorraine Rogers at (801) 824-5550.

It's that time of year again for the annual Lenten Knights of Columbus Fish Fries. The dates for this year’s dinners are: Friday, February 26th—March 11th from 5:30 to 7:30 pm., featuring only the best Fillet of Fish, our very special recipe Clam Chowder, Sides, Dessert and Drinks. Tickets will be available at the Parish Social Center For more information, please contact Michael Griffin at 801-652-0947, or email at el.g.griffin@amp.com.

Please join us for the middle years! We are accepting application for the 2016-17 school year. Application deadline was February 10 and Assessment Test Date is February 17. If you miss the deadline, you may bring your complete application on testing date.

For more information, please call 801-984-7614.

Applications may be found on our website home page at

www.sjb-middle.org

Saint Thomas More Youth Group (The Road Home – Service Project)

The Saint Thomas More youth group will be meeting TODAY, February 21st after the 9:00 A.M. Mass to assemble 300 peanut butter sandwiches and lunch bags. After completion, the youth will deliver and distribute the sandwiches to the Road Home guests. This is a big undertaking and should be a fun and rewarding service project. Please plan on joining in and helping out. To sign up and request the necessary forms please e-mail : stmyouthgroup@stmutah.org For questions, please contact Patricia Woller (801-414-7643) or Teresa Graham Muffler (801-913-9953)

WEEK AT A GLANCE

The deadline to have your article in the current week’s bulletin is no later than NOON ON MONDAY (except special holiday weeks, Friday before 10 am). Submit articles to margarita@stmutah.org

View this bulletin online at www.stmutah.org

FRIDAY, March 4

Saint Thomas More Parish Center-Meyer Hall

Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Cost: Dinner and Bingo — $14.00

All proceeds go to the Capital Campaign

Must be 18 years old to attend or play

Come support your Parish, help pay down the mortgage debt and have fun while doing it! We need volunteers to serve as

runners, make baked goods, etc.

If you can help please, call Holly Porter at 801-680-0117 or Ray Bachiller at 801-430-8762.

Finances 2/14/16 Sunday & Online Weekly Collection 2/14/16 Capital Campaign Annual (July—June) Goal Remaining $113,868 12/31/15 Diocesan Development Drive (Feb—Dec) Goal Remaining $0 2/14/16 Operational Reserves $12,516

Thank you for your generosity and financial stewardship! We are making progress and will offer a more complete update with our periodic Capital Press bulletin insert. If you would like to know more about our financial priorities as ordered above, opportunities, or goals, please contact Fr. John at 801-942-5285 ext. 102.

Please Remember Saint Thomas More Parish in Your Will and Estate Planning

PARISH OFFICE HOURS Monday thru Thursday 9:30 A.M.-5:00 P.M. Friday 9:30 A.M.- 1:00 P.M.

Please check the STM web site calendar for other events

www.stmutah.org

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Share your blessings

DATE TIME EVENT LOCATION

Mon 2/22 9:30 AM 11:00 AM 1:00 PM 6:30 PM

Fun Bunch Meeting Child Care Meeting Renew Religious Ed, Confirmation, First Holy Communion

Room 1 Room 1 Room 5 Room 6-10, 16

Tues 2/23 6:00 PM 7:00 PM 7:30 PM

DDD Phone-a –thon Cub Scouts Adoration

All rooms Room 4-8 Chapel

Wed 2/24 10:00 AM 4:00 PM 6:30 PM

Bible Study (Advance) Project Drama Bible Study (Advance)

Room 6-7 Room 8-9 Room 6-7

Thurs 2/25 8:00 AM 9:30 AM 1:00 PM 4:00 PM

Judge Memorial Retreat Adoration Child Care Meeting Project Drama

Rooms, Meyer Hall Chapel Room 1 Rooms 8-9

Fri 2/26 8:00 PM 5:00 PM 7:00 PM

Judge Memorial Retreat KofC Fish Fry Stations of the Cross

Rooms, Meyer Hall Meyer Hall Church

Sat 2/27 5:30 PM Orthodox Church Event Meyer Hall

Sun 2/28 9:00 AM 9:30 AM 9:30 AM

10:15 AM 10:15 PM

Religious Ed –Pre K and K RCIA RCIC Religious Ed-Grades 1-6 Ladies STM

Rooms 2 and 4 Room 1 Chapel Rooms 1-2,4-10,16 Room 17

Bingo March 4, 18

Fish Fry February 26, March 11

Youth Group Road Home Trip February 21

St. Patrick’s Corned Beef Dinner March 13

Easter Egg Hunt March 27

Days of Yore June 17, 18 and 19