to
St. Thecla Parish’s homepage! As you browse through this
website, I think you will see that St. Thecla Parish is a wonderful
and vibrant community of faith, education and service. Since our
beginnings
in 1952, we attempt, in all that we do, to bring forth the Kingdom
of God to those around us in many different ways.
If you are looking to join our parish, please come and join us
for some of our Sunday liturgies and see first hand what our
community is like. If you
are new to the parish, this website can introduce you to the many facets
and activities of the parish. If you have been a member of the
parish for some
time, you will be reminded here of the many ways in which we continue to
grow as individuals and as the Body of Christ. In any case, all
are welcome – not
only to this electronic overview to the parish but whenever you join us for
a personal experience!
May the information you find here be helpful and useful.
If we
can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to call us!
May the Lord continue to bless you and your family.
Fr. Gary Smetanka
Pastor
*Note
to Parishioners,
From Fr. Gary:
On July 1st, 2007, a "new" larger
St. Thecla parish begins as the two parishes of St. Claude and St. Thecla,
merge into one parish with
two worship sites, i.e., St. Thecla Church and St. Claude Chapel. We all
know how challenging change can be, yet we also know how changes bring
forth new life and blessings. With the renovated St. Claude Hall, we hope
to be expanding some programs and ministries. Thank you to all the parishioners
who have supported and helped to make this transition possible as we continue
to share the Light of Christ through our community.