A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR OF PARISHES
We are Called to More
We are inviting all parishioners of St. Joan of Arc and St. Thomas More to recommit to their Catholic faith through daily prayer and the intercession of Our Blessed Mother. Watch the video below to learn more and watch our communications channels in the coming weeks for ways to deepen your family’s walk with the Lord.
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!
📚 Back to School Means Back to 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧!
As backpacks are packed and a new school year begins, don't forget to make faith formation part of your family's plans for the year ahead.
Midtown Catholic's 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 program is for families whose children do not attend a Catholic school. It helps children continue growing in their knowledge and understanding of the Catholic faith and prepares them to receive the Sacraments.
But faith formation isn't just for the kids! Parents play an essential role as the first teachers of the faith, which is why our program provides opportunities for families to learn, pray, and grow together.
If your children attend a public, private, or homeschool program and are not receiving religious education through a Catholic school, now is the time to register for Family Formation.
Give your children the gift of knowing their faith—and help your whole family grow closer to Christ.
Registration is open on our website: midtowncatholic.church/youth/family-formation/
𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐰𝐞 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐲
The Assumption celebrates the Church’s teaching that, at the end of her earthly life, the Blessed Virgin Mary was taken body and soul into the glory of Heaven. This ancient belief of the Church was solemnly defined as a dogma of the Catholic faith by Pope Pius XII in 1950.
Mary's Assumption points us toward the promise that awaits all who belong to Christ. She has gone before us, sharing fully in the victory of her Son and reminding us that our ultimate home is with God in Heaven.
Today, may we look to Mary as a model of complete trust in God. From her 𝐲𝐞𝐬 at the Annunciation to her presence at the foot of the Cross, her life continually pointed to Jesus.
𝑴𝒂𝒓𝒚, 𝑸𝒖𝒆𝒆𝒏 𝑨𝒔𝒔𝒖𝒎𝒆𝒅 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒐 𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒗𝒆𝒏, 𝒑𝒓𝒂𝒚 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒖𝒔!
Tomorrow We Celebrate the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
This year, the Solemnity of the Assumption falls on a Saturday. While the Assumption is ordinarily a Holy Day of Obligation, the obligation to attend Mass is lifted in the United States when August 15 falls on a Saturday or Monday.
𝐁𝐮𝐭 𝐚 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐨𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠!
The Assumption is one of the great Marian feasts of the Church, and we invite you to begin your Saturday by joining us for Mass at 8 AM at STM as we honor our Blessed Mother and celebrate the hope that her Assumption holds for all of us.
We are so grateful to the Ladron de Guevara Ortiz and Ortiz Rangel families from Dual Language Academy, along with Renae Vorland, for sharing their time and talents to help beautify the grounds and trim the trees at St. Joan of Arc!
We are truly blessed by your generosity and willingness to serve our parish community.
🔔 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐢𝐭? 𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐢𝐫...
We've been waiting to share this one with you, and the time is almost here.
Any guesses what's coming soon? 👀
Drop your guess in the comments! 🔔
Healing Begins with Christ.
We all carry wounds—disappointments, fears, losses, and hurts that can affect our relationship with God and with one another. The good news is that Jesus desires to meet us in those places and bring healing.
Beginning 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟏𝟕, Midtown Catholic parishioners are invited to join the 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞.
Over the course of seven days, you'll pray alongside Sr. Miriam James, SOLT, of the Abiding Together podcast, and Dr. Bob Schuchts, founder of the John Paul II Healing Center. Through prayer, Scripture, and reflection, you'll explore some of the most common emotional wounds and discover how Christ offers healing, hope, and lasting peace.
Whether you're seeking healing for yourself, praying for a loved one, or simply longing to grow closer to the Lord, we hope you'll join us.
Let's begin this journey of healing together as a parish family.
Midtown Catholic is collecting "Back to School" supplies for St. Thomas More Catholic School, Dual Language Academy, and Guiding Grace.
Please consider donating!
𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐝:
- Crayola Crayons (24 count)
- Bleach Wipes
- Loose Leaf Paper
- Pencils (#2)
- Markers (10 count)
- Glue Bottles/sticks
- Binders/Pocket Folders
- Backpacks
Donations can be dropped off at the rectory or the back of church the weekend of August 8-9th.
Today the Church celebrates the 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐢𝐠𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐫𝐝, when Jesus revealed His divine glory to Peter, James, and John on the mountaintop.
For a brief moment, the disciples saw Christ as He truly is—radiant in glory, the beloved Son of God. This extraordinary event strengthened their faith and prepared them for the difficult journey to the Cross, reminding them that suffering would ultimately lead to the glory of the Resurrection.
As we celebrate this feast, may we remember that even in the midst of life's challenges, Christ is our King. He invites us to listen to His voice, trust in His promises, and allow His light to transform our hearts.
Lord Jesus, transfigure our hearts that we may reflect Your love and glory to the world.