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!
Midtown Catholic Youth Ministry Presents:
𝗔𝗗𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 & 𝗕𝗢𝗡𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗘 𝗡𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧
Sunday, June 28th at 5:30 PM at STM
*All students entering grades 6th-12th in the fall are invited to attend!
Today we celebrate the 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐭. 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭, one of only three birthdays honored on the Church calendar—the others being Jesus and the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Even before his birth, John had a special mission: to prepare the way for the Lord. He spent his life pointing others to Jesus, reminding them to turn their hearts toward God. John's words continue to challenge and inspire us today:
𝑯𝒆 𝒎𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝒊𝒏𝒄𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒔𝒆; 𝑰 𝒎𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝒅𝒆𝒄𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒔𝒆.
John 3:30
In a world that often encourages us to focus on ourselves, John shows us a different path—the path of humility, courage, and faithful witness to Christ.
As we celebrate his feast day, may we ask for the grace to follow his example and help lead others to Jesus through our words and actions.
𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐭. 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝟕 𝐏𝐌 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞, 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐠𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐥𝐢𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐲!
Lord Jesus Christ,
Present before us in the Most Holy Eucharist, we thank You for the gift of every human life, the sacred vocation of marriage, and the freedoms that allow us to live and proclaim our faith.
Grant wisdom and courage to those who lead our nation, and help us always defend the truth with charity. May religious liberty flourish so that all people may freely seek You, worship You, and live according to Your will.
As we adore You in this Blessed Sacrament, transform our hearts to reflect Your love and mercy in the world.
Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on us and on the whole world.
Amen.
Today we celebrate the feast of St. Thomas More! In the back of our church, surrounding his icon, are five words that capture the virtues he lived so well:
𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 – St. Thomas More sought God first through prayer, family life, and fidelity to the Church.
𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 – When pressured to compromise his faith, he remained steadfast, even at the cost of his position, freedom, and ultimately his life.
𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 – He used his gifts to serve both God and neighbor, caring for his family, his country, and the people entrusted to him.
𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 – As a lawyer, statesman, and advisor to the king, he led with integrity and conviction, guided by truth rather than popularity.
𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁 – One of the most brilliant minds of his time, he showed that faith and reason work together in the pursuit of truth.
St. Thomas More's final words were, 𝙄 𝙙𝙞𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙆𝙞𝙣𝙜'𝙨 𝙜𝙤𝙤𝙙 𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙖𝙣𝙩, 𝙗𝙪𝙩 𝙂𝙤𝙙'𝙨 𝙛𝙞𝙧𝙨𝙩. May we follow his example by living lives marked by holiness, courage, service, leadership, and intellect.
Are you seeking a deeper relationship with the Lord?
Sometimes the best way to grow in faith is to step away from the noise of everyday life and spend intentional time with God. Whether through prayer, reflection, fellowship, Eucharistic Adoration, or the Sacrament of Reconciliation, retreats offer an opportunity to encounter Christ in a deeper way.
We wanted to share two upcoming retreat opportunities in our area:
🙏 Women's Morning of Inspiration and Prayer
Hosted by the St. Elena Prayer Rooms at St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church on June 27. Fr. Michael Voithofer will lead participants in reflecting on their baptismal calling and praying with Christ for healing and miracles.
Register by June 22: stelenaprayerrooms.org/
✝️ Men's Retreat
Hosted at St. Gerald Catholic Church, Ralston, NE on June 27. Led by Deacon James Keating, this retreat will focus on discovering our true identity in Christ and living with greater fidelity, purpose, and courage. Opportunities for Eucharistic Adoration and Reconciliation will also be available.
Register here: stgerald.org/news-event/840-men-s-retreat-2026
May God continue to draw each of us closer to Himself. ❤️
June is dedicated to the 𝐒𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐉𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐬, a devotion that reminds us of Christ's immense love for each of us.
❤️ 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗧 – representing Jesus' human and divine love for all people.
🔥 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗙𝗟𝗔𝗠𝗘 – symbolizing the burning intensity of His love, which never ceases.
👑 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗥𝗢𝗪𝗡 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗢𝗥𝗡𝗦 – reminding us of the suffering Jesus willingly endured for our salvation.
✝️ 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗥𝗢𝗦𝗦 – pointing to His sacrifice on Calvary and the victory of His Resurrection.
Together, these symbols tell the story of a God who loves us completely—through joy and suffering, in life and in death.
As we journey through the month of June, may we spend time reflecting on the Sacred Heart of Jesus and responding to His invitation:
"Learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart."
(Matthew 11:29)
While our students are enjoying summer break, there's a lot happening around our school buildings! 🔨☀️
Summer is an important time for cleaning, maintenance, repairs, and facility improvements that help keep our schools safe, welcoming, and ready for another year of learning and faith formation. We are grateful for the many staff members, volunteers, contractors, and supporters who work behind the scenes to care for these spaces that serve our students, families, and parish community.
Please keep everyone involved in these projects in your prayers as we prepare to welcome our students back this fall. We can't wait to see all that God has in store for the new school year!
This week, our parish is filled with the joy and energy of 𝑻𝒐𝒕𝒖𝒔 𝑻𝒖𝒖𝒔!
But what does 𝑻𝒐𝒕𝒖𝒔 𝑻𝒖𝒖𝒔 mean?
The phrase is Latin for 𝑻𝒐𝒕𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒚 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒔, and was the personal motto of St. John Paul II. It expressed John Paul II's complete entrustment of his life to Jesus through the Blessed Virgin Mary. By giving himself fully to Mary's care, St. John Paul II believed she would always lead him closer to her Son.
That same spirit is at the heart of 𝑻𝒐𝒕𝒖𝒔 𝑻𝒖𝒖𝒔 summer programs across the United States. Through prayer, catechesis, games, Sacraments, and fellowship, young people are invited to grow in their love for Jesus and to entrust themselves more fully to Him through Mary.
Please pray for our students, families, and 𝑻𝒐𝒕𝒖𝒔 𝑻𝒖𝒖𝒔 missionaries this week. May they come to know more deeply that they belong completely to Christ.