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Reconciliation Schedule
4:15-4:45 p.m. Wednesdays
​8:00-9:00 a.m. Saturdays
3:30-4:00 p.m. Saturdays
Reconciliation appointments can also be made by contacting the parish office.

Coronavirus updates from the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois.
Updates from the Diocese
        Mass Guidelines:
More people are returning to Church. You are welcome to wear a mask, but it is not required. Please be mindful of need for space and utilization of space. If you are ill, or a member of your family is ill, the person is to stay home. It is morally wrong to knowingly share an illness with others. It is also morally wrong to deny people from worshipping God. If you are concerned about social distancing yourself, please take a seat near the front center sections of the Church; many people cluster near the back of the Church. The larger pews need to be open for larger households to allow for seating of everyone. The side sections will be opened as need arises to accommodate attendees, especially guests who may come to worship at our church.
Welcome to St. Thomas the Apostle Church
​Newton, Illinois
St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church is located in the city of Newton, Illinois. Our Christian family invites you into our beautiful place of worship to share our faith-filled services, to witness our dedicated community involvement, and to participate in our various church ministries.

Parish Office Hours
St. Thomas: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. and 1:00- 4:00 p.m. (Closed during Masses and any morning a funeral is scheduled.)
St. Mary's: Tuesday - Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
                            This Week in our Parishes
             Masses (Saturday 4:30 p.m.; Sunday 8:15 a.m.; Weekdays 8:30 a.m.) are streamed live online at stated times at
   ​http://www.facebook.com/St-Thomas-Church-108131075895867
Attendance at Masses is limited to 25% of the capacity of the Church. When capacity is reached (approximately 150 worshippers), people will be invited to make use of the Parish Center.
The Mass schedule is revised due to current limitations and health concerns. All daily and weekend Masses will be streamed live.
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Schedule 4/17-4/25:

 Saturday
8:00-9:00 a.m. - Reconciliation at St. Thomas
3:30-4:00 p.m. - Reconciliation at St. Thomas
4:30 p.m. - Mass at St. Thomas


Sunday
​7:00 a.m. - Mass at St. Thomas
8:15 a.m. - Mass at St. Mary's
9:30 a.m. - Mass at St. Thomas
(Note time changes)
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Tuesday
8:00 a.m. - Rosary at St. Mary's
8:30 a.m. - Mass at St. Mary's
4:30 p.m. - Confirmation/First Communion Prep at St. Thomas
6:30 p.m. - Confirmation/First Communion Prep at St. Thomas

Wednesday
8:30 a.m. - Mass for St. Thomas School Only
4:15-4:45 p.m. - Confessions at St. Thomas
5:00 p.m. - Rosary at St. Thomas
5:30 p.m. - Mass at St. Thomas
6:30 p.m. - CYO

Thursday
8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. - Garage Sale in St. Thomas Parish Center
8:00 a.m. - Rosary at St. Mary's
8:30 a.m. - Mass at St. Mary's


 Friday
8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. - Garage Sale in St. Thomas Parish Center
8:30 a.m. - Mass at St. Thomas


Saturday
8:00-11:00 a.m. - Garage Sale Final Day!
8:00-8:45 a.m. - Reconciliation at St. Thomas
9:00 a.m. - Confirmation/First Communion Prep at St. Thomas
3:30-4:00 p.m. - Reconciliation at St. Thomas
​4:30 p.m. - Mass at St. Thomas


Sunday
​7:00 a.m. - Mass at St. Thomas
8:15 a.m. - Mass at St. Mary's
9:30 a.m. - Mass at St. Thomas
(Note time changes)

The weekend Mass schedule is in effect until further notice.
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A reminder that the Bishop has issued a modification of the dispensation regarding the obligation to attend Mass due to Covid-19. This modified dispensation is effective Sunday, April 11, 2021. Please stay at home if you are ill. See the Return to Mass tab (above) for more information.
Litany of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Spiritual Communion Prayer
My Jesus,
I believe that You are in the Blessed Sacrament.
I love You above all things, and I long for You in my soul.
Since I cannot now receive You sacramentally,
come at least spiritually into my heart,
as though You have already come.
I embrace You and unite myself entirely to You;
never permit me to be separated from You.
​Amen.
Spiritual Media Resources
http://www.facebook.com/St-Thomas-Church-108131075895867
http://www.dio.org/holyweekliturgies
https://www.dio.org
https://www.dio.org/videos/hey-father.html
https://facebook.com/Sacred-Sounds-Sacred-Spaces-1958084004476459/

Online Stewardship Link
                 Online Stewardship Link
During these challenging times, the mission and ministry of our parish continues. Your generous stewardship brings life and supports this parish. To provide for the ongoing vitality of the parish, we are counting on your continued good stewardship. During this time, we hope you will continue to support the parish through your prayer, service, and generous contributions as possible. To support the work of the Church, your contributions are essential. Therefore, we have created an online offertory tool. This online giving platform enables parishioners to donate to the parish via the Parish donation page. The link above enables you to make your Sunday offertory contribution online. Your information remains private and secure.​
Fr. Dean
​3/27/2020


      Daily Mass Schedule
 Monday:   No Mass
  Tuesday:     No Mass
Wednesday:   8:30 a.m. School                              Mass
                       5:30 p.m. Mass
  Thursday:   No Mass
  Friday:       8:30 a.m. Mass
    Weekend Mass Schedule
   Saturday: 4:30 p.m.  Mass
   Sunday:   7:00 a.m.  Mass
                    9:30 a.m.  Mass

© 2013 St. Thomas the Apostle Church
Phone: 618/783-8741
404 W. Jourdan St. Newton, IL 62448
Fax: 618/783-8742
Email: stthomaschurch@psbnewton.com