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!
⚔️ 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥—𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐬𝐨 𝐢𝐬 𝐆𝐨𝐝'𝐬 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞.
As Catholics, we know that the Christian life is not without challenges. Each day we are called to resist temptation, grow in virtue, and remain steadfast in our faith. Scripture reminds us to "put on the whole armor of God" (Ephesians 6:11), because our greatest battles are often spiritual.
That's why 𝐌𝐢𝐝𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐒𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐟𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞. Together, we'll journey through prayer, Scripture, and reflections designed to strengthen our faith, deepen our trust in Christ, and equip us to stand firm in His love.
Whether you're new to Hallow or have been using it for years, this is a wonderful opportunity for our parish family to pray together and grow together.
𝐖𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐩𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮'𝐥𝐥 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐮𝐬! 𝐖𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟏𝟑𝐭𝐡!
Be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might.
— Ephesians 6:10 ✝️
Heavenly Father, watch over our families and parishioners as they travel this summer.
Guide them safely on every road, flight, and journey. Bless their time away with rest, joy, laughter, and peace. May their travels strengthen family bonds, renew their spirits, and remind them of Your presence wherever they go.
Bring them safely home to our parish family, refreshed and grateful.
Amen.
🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸
As we celebrate the blessings of our nation and the freedoms we enjoy, let us also remember that our country is always in need of God's grace.
This Independence Day, we invite you to join us in praying our 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐉𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐬. May we entrust our nation, our leaders, our families, and our communities to the Heart of Christ, asking Him to heal what is wounded, restore what is broken, and guide us in truth, justice, and peace.
As Pope St. John Paul II reminded us, 𝑭𝒓𝒆𝒆𝒅𝒐𝒎 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒔 𝒏𝒐𝒕 𝒊𝒏 𝒅𝒐𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒘𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒘𝒆 𝒍𝒊𝒌𝒆, 𝒃𝒖𝒕 𝒊𝒏 𝒉𝒂𝒗𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒓𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 𝒕𝒐 𝒅𝒐 𝒘𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒘𝒆 𝒐𝒖𝒈𝒉𝒕. May we use the gift of freedom to love God, serve our neighbor, and build a society rooted in the dignity of every human person.
Today, let us pray together:
𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐉𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐬, 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐲 𝐨𝐧 𝐮𝐬.
𝐈𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐲, 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐮𝐬.
*Prayer cards are located in the back of each church.
🚲 Fr. Sanjaa has some new wheels! 😄
If you've seen our visiting priest, Fr. Sanjaa, cruising around Midtown Catholic lately, you may have noticed his new bicycle!
A special thank you to Katie Hart from St. Joan of Arc for generously lending him the bike. Your kindness is helping Fr. Sanjaa get around while he serves our parish community.
Please continue to pray for Fr. Sanjaa and his ministry, and be sure to give him a warm Midtown Catholic greeting when you see him around!
Thank you again, Katie, for helping keep Fr. Sanjaa rolling! 🚲✝️
📢 Office Closure Notice – St. Thomas More
Please note that the St. Thomas More parish office will be closed July 6–17 to allow our staff time for summer vacations and rest.
During this time, the St. Joan of Arc parish office will remain open and is available to assist with any parish needs.
Thank you for your understanding as our staff takes this opportunity to rest and recharge. We are grateful for your prayers and support, and we wish everyone a safe, restful, and blessed summer!
🇺🇸 Join Us for Our Final Holy Hour for America 🇺🇸
As we conclude our series of Holy Hours commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, we invite you to join us on Wednesday, July 1, for an evening of prayer before the Blessed Sacrament.
Together we will pray a Patriotic Rosary for our nation and the Litany of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, entrusting our country, our families, and our communities to the loving Heart of Christ.
As we prepare to celebrate Independence Day, let us remember that true freedom is found in following the Lord. May our prayers strengthen our nation, inspire our leaders, and renew our hearts in faith, hope, and charity.
All are welcome to spend this holy hour in prayer with us.
Today, we celebrate the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, two very different men whom God used to build His Church.
St. Peter, the humble fisherman, was chosen by Jesus to lead the Church. Though he stumbled at times, his faith was transformed by God's mercy, and he became the rock upon which Christ built His Church.
St. Paul, once a persecutor of Christians, experienced a dramatic conversion and became one of the Church's greatest missionaries, boldly proclaiming the Gospel to the nations.
𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙡𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨 𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙪𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙂𝙤𝙙 𝙙𝙤𝙚𝙨 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙘𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙛𝙚𝙘𝙩—𝙃𝙚 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙛𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙨𝙚 𝙃𝙚 𝙘𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙨.
Through different gifts, different personalities, and different journeys, Peter and Paul each gave everything for Christ.
May their witness inspire us to remain steadfast in our faith, courageous in sharing the Gospel, and faithful to the Church Christ established.