St. Thomas Catholic School

Today, St. Thomas School celebrated the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi. St. Francis’s feast day is October 4. What better way to honor the patron saint of animals and the environment than with a special pet blessing? Our Catholic school community gathered with our beloved animals to give thanks for the joy, companionship, and unconditional love they bring into our lives. May St. Francis bless all our pets and remind us to care for God’s beautiful creation with kindness and gratitude. https://thomasschool.smugmug.com/2026-27-School-Year/2026-Pet-Blessing

Donut Day is tomorrow, 10/2. Students need to bring $1 for a donut and milk. Family and friends are welcome to join us and bring $1 for a donut, milk, or coffee. We are grateful to our October Donut Patron, the Crowe Family.

We hope and trust you’re as excited as we are: we're about to host an early-access screening of the first episode of Season 6 of The Chosen. This is the first time we’ve ever been able to do this with the show, and it’s the right time. Because the world is about to head to the foot of the Cross in an unprecedented way as The Chosen tells the story of Jesus’ crucifixion across six streaming episodes and a globally released movie. To say we’re thankful to the folks at Prime Video for helping make this happen for churches and parishes around the world is an understatement. Save the date for Sunday, October 18th at 6:00 PM in the Robert H. Trost Gymnasium at St. Thomas School.

Support a good cause by dining at Monical's in Champaign or Urbana. Bring the flyer below, and 20% of your bill will be donated to Catholic Charities of Champaign and Piatt Counties.

Tomorrow is the day Venerable Fulton Sheen will be beatified. If you can't make it to St. Louis, use the link below to watch the livestream of the beatification Mass and other celebratory activities.
https://www.celebratesheen.com/

Looking for something fun to do this evening? Stop by the school and join the Scavenger Hunt while clue bags are still available! You can also try your luck at the Duck Toss, Balloon Pop, and Punchboard. Come enjoy the fun! Doors open at 5:00 PM.

Can’t make it in person? You can still join the excitement by purchasing a 50/50 raffle ticket online, and you do not need to be present to win: https://Scavengerhunt26.givesmart.com

Congratulations to our 9/14 $50 Calendar Drawing Winner!

We’re sending a HUGE thank you to our Silver Sponsor, Cain Seed, for helping us bring the fun, clues, and adventure to life! 🙌

Your support plays an important part in making our St. Thomas Scavenger Hunt a success. We’re so grateful to have you on our team!

Let the hunt begin! 🎉

Congratulations to our September $100 Monthly Calendar Drawing Winner!

Even if you can’t join us for the St. Thomas Scavenger Hunt, don’t miss your chance to win big! Get in on the excitement by participating in our 50/50 raffle. Purchase your tickets now at https://Scavengerhunt26.givesmart.com!

🏆 Thank You to Our Gold Key Sponsor, Hastings, CCI Equipment!
Your support makes a difference! We’re proud to recognize our Gold Key Sponsor, Hastings, CCI Equipment, for their outstanding partnership and generous contribution.

Because of you, we can continue to create meaningful experiences, bring our community together, and make the St. Thomas School Scavenger Hunt a success. We truly appreciate your investment in our mission! ✨

Our Scavenger Hunt wouldn’t be the same without the amazing support of our Silver Map Sponsor, The Philo Exchange Bank! Your generosity helps make the adventure possible and adds to the excitement for everyone involved.

Thank you for being part of the hunt and helping us make it a memorable one! 🗺️💙

We’re incredibly grateful to our Gold Key Sponsor, Green Street Realty, for their generous support and commitment to making the St. Thomas Scavenger Hunt possible! Your partnership helps us create an unforgettable experience for our families and community.

Congratulations to our 8/31 $50 Calendar Drawing Winner!

Congratulations to our 8/24 $50 Calendar Drawing Winner!

Get Ready for the St. Thomas Scavenger Hunt!

Calling all curious kids, adventurous families, and super sleuths!

Join us for the St. Thomas Scavenger Hunt packed with clues, challenges, teamwork, and plenty of fun! Bring the whole family and see who can solve the clues, discover hidden surprises, and make unforgettable memories together.

When: Saturday, Sept. 19th
Time: Doors Open at 5:00 PM
Where: St. Thomas School, Philo, IL
Purchase Tickets: https://Scavengerhunt26.givesmart.com

Bring your best detective skills, your family, and your sense of adventure!
We can’t wait to see you there!

A prayer in remembrance of September 11th.

Reminder! The Hot Dog Lunch is scheduled for tomorrow, September 10, for those who signed up. Our Hot Dog Patron for September is the Ogden Family. Our Hot Dog Patrons are wonderful supporters who help offset the rising costs of supplies, ensuring that the lunch remains affordable.