Father Jindra’s
Recommended Reading List
Books by Frank Sheed
– Theology for Beginners
– Theology and Sanity
Books by Patrick Madrid
– Surprised by Truth (1,2, or 3)
– Where is That in the Bible?
– Answer me This!
– Why be Catholic?
– Pope Fiction
– The Godless Delusion
Books by Scott Hahn
– Rome Sweet Home
– Hail Holy Queen
– The Lamb’s Supper
– Reasons to Believe
– The Fourth Cup
– A Father Who Keeps His Promises
– Lord Have Mercy
– Joy to the World
– Hope to Die
– The Supper of the Lamb
Our Mission
Midtown Catholic is a community of two parishes in the Archdiocese of Omaha.
We are One Church: Encountering Jesus, Equipping Disciples, Living Mercy, Sending Apostles.
Parish Locations
Both St. Joan of Arc and St. Thomas have proud histories. About a seven minute drive from one another, both parishes were founded in the early 1960s. As neighborhood parishes they both grew as the neighborhoods grew filling with young families.
As the neighborhoods change so do the parishes. Now in a new season of life, St. Joan of Arc and St. Thomas More, are committed to work together to continue the mission. In the summer of 2020, the parishes began a partnership of sharing a pastor, ministries, maintenance, Mass schedule, and mission. The parishes use the name “Midtown Catholic” to describe this partnership.
St. Joan of Arc
3122 S. 74th St
St. Joan of Arc Parish was founded in 1958 and has been serving the Catholic community of central Omaha ever since. Parishioners are dedicated to community outreach and host a number of parish events, including the annual Sausage Fest.
Mass Schedule
Sunday Mass
Saturday (vigil): 5:30 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am
Daily Mass
Monday-Wednesday: 8:30 am
Holy Days and Holidays
(Check the Bulletin)
Confessions
Saturdays: 4:30-5:20 pm
St. Thomas More
4804 Grover St.
Founded in 1958, St. Thomas More is a neighborhood parish anchoring the corner of 48th and Grover with its unique, award-winning architecture resembling Noah’s Ark. The parish has a strong history and culture of Catholic education and loyal, generous parishioners.
Mass Schedule
Sunday Mass
10:30 AM
4:30 PM
Daily Mass
Thursday-Friday: 7:00 am
Saturday: 8:00 am
Holy Days and Holidays
(Check the Bulletin)
Confessions
30 minutes before Masses
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Midtown Catholic
Midtown Catholic is the combination of St. Thomas More and St. Joan of Arc. Our two parishes function as one community!
Family Formation classes begin September 3rd!
✝️ Family Formation is for our school-age children and their families to grow in their relationships with God and prepare for the Sacraments.
🗓️ Meets twice a month on Wednesday evenings and includes separate classes for the parents.
📝 Registration forms can be found in the gathering areas of each church or on our website!
💻 For more information, to register your child(ren), or to volunteer, please contact Renae Vorland at rvorland@midtowncatholic.church or Jenny Keller at jskeller@omahacsc.org.
🌮 Please join St. Joan of Arc and Dual Language Academy for our Fall Fiesta! 🌭
Saturday, September 6th | 4-10 PMSausage, Tacos, Beer, DJ, Raffle, Kids Games
Tomorrow, August 15, is the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
On this holy day, we celebrate Mary being taken body and soul into Heaven—a sign of the hope we have in Christ.
Join us for Mass as we honor Our Blessed Mother and give glory to God!
⛪️ Thursday, August 14: 6 PM STM
⛪️ Friday, August 15: 8:15 AM STM, 9:30 AM SJA, 6 PM SJA
Loving Father,
Thank You for the gift of a new school year. Bless our students with curiosity to learn, our teachers with wisdom to guide, and our families with joy in supporting them. Protect our schools and fill them with Your peace. May this year be filled with growth in knowledge, faith, and friendship, so that all we do brings glory to You.
We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Padre amoroso,
Gracias por el regalo de un nuevo año escolar. Bendice a nuestros estudiantes con curiosidad para aprender, a nuestros maestros con sabiduría para guiar, y a nuestras familias con alegría para apoyarlos. Protege nuestras escuelas y llénalas con Tu paz. Que este año esté lleno de crecimiento en conocimiento, fe y amistad, para que todo lo que hagamos te dé gloria.
Te lo pedimos por Cristo nuestro Señor. Amén.
Men of Midtown Catholic—this summer, let’s continue our mission to elevate our game at Mass. The Mass, in theory, should be about worship and thanksgiving. Is that where your head is when you walk into church? We will focus on cultivating a thanksgiving mindset. Hopefully, that leads to greater praise and worship.
𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀 Saturday 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 as we cover the following topics (with videos by):
📌Aug 9 – The Resurrection (Chris Stefanick, Fr. Spitzer, Shroud of Turin)
📌Aug 16 – The Our Father (Bishop Barron, Fr. Schmitz)
📌Aug 23 – The Transfiguration (Chris Stefanick, Scott Powell)
📌Aug 30 – Does the clothing we wear to Mass matter? (Bishop Barron)
📌Sept 6 – How do we prepare for receiving the Eucharist? (Bishop Barron)
Come be inspired, challenged, and renewed—both in life and at the Mass. Coffee and donuts provided! ☕️
Last high school night of the summer! Come this Sunday to STM at 6:30 PM. Bring your Bibles!
✅ Registration is now open for Catechesis of the Good Shepherd for the 2025/2026 school year for those who do not attend STM School.
🏫 Children who attend preschool through 5th grade at STM attend sessions during the school week.
⭐️ Level 1 is for children who are 4-6 years old (through Kindergarten) and meets every other Saturday in the school from 9:30-11:00 am.
⭐️ Level 2, ages 6-9 (1st-3rd grade), meets every other Sunday morning from 8:30-10:15am.
⭐️ Level 3, ages 9-12 (4th-6th grade), meets every other Sunday morning from 8:30-10:15am.
Class size is limited and first come will be first registered. If you are interested, please email Kathy Pflug at flugdozen@gmail.com or for more information, please visit cgs-stm.weebly.com
📚 St. Thomas More Catholic School is hiring! 📚
Teacher Aide / Extended Care Aide Positions
Full and part-time positions available
Competitive salary and benefits
📌 Duties:
- assist the teacher
- work with students
📌 Requirements:
- enjoy working with children
- enjoy being outside
- experience working with students
- high school diploma or equivalent
- college education or experience working with child growth and developmental classes
- be at least 18 years of age
📌 Email resume to Principal Gary Davis
stmbengals.org/parent-info/stm-faculty-staff/