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Life, Peace & Justice Commission
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Rice Bowl ProjectThrough Operation Rice Bowl, Catholic Relief Services gives us, and parishes throughout the country, the ability to journey through the stories of people in various countries, deepening our solidarity with one another. I encourage you to take one home and follow along daily on the calendar both in reflection and in giving. This is very good to do with your families, children & grandchildren as well. It’s an excellent way to teach about the obligation we have to share and to give to those in greater need. We’ll collect the full Rice Bowls or donation equivalents toward the end of Lent & the beginning of Easter.
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The Sanctuary of St. Thomas Aquinas
The Sanctuary of the Cathedral of St. Thomas Aquinas is in itself a sermon on the Blessed Sacrament. The table of the Blessed Sacrament Altar is made of native Nevada aragonite, with hand carved angels. The aragonite came from a mine between Gabbs and Tonopah, Nevada which belonged to John Connolly, brother of then Bishop Connolly. The candlesticks are the work of Dirk Van Erp.
The great mural painting, considered one of the finest works of art of its kind in America, was executed by Edith and Isabel Piczek. The theme is the Adoration of the Lamb of God, our Lord in the Blessed Eucharist.
The Saints of the Old Law, to the left, include Abel, Moses, the Manna, Ruth, Abraham and Isaac, Melchisedech, David, Nathan, Malachias, Anna the Prophetess and John the Baptist.
The Saints of the New Law, include the Holy Family at Bethlehem, the last Supper with our Lord, St. Peter and St. John, with St. Paul in background, St. Augustine, St, Clare of Assisi, St. Charles Borromeo, St. Paschal Baylon, and St. Piux X, urging a modern working family to frequent Communion.
The present stations of the Cross were created by Bill Lutz in 1993. The main entrance doors are covered with copper, mined in Nevada. They were designed and embossed by Gordon Newby.
There are 8 stained glass windows to reflect upon: The Holy Family, Our Lady of the Snows, Mother Seton, Mother Cabrini, Friar Garces, Father Gallagher, Bishop Manogue, Bishop Carroll. For detail descriptions see 'About Us' under Cathedral.
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Stations of the CrossEvery Friday during Lent at 6:30 PM.
Stations will be bilingual (English/Spanish)
AT St. Thomas Aquinas Cathedral, no RSVP is required to attend Mass. First Come, First Sit.
In the Diocese of Reno: the limit for attendance is the capacity with social Ditancing (6" front, back & Side) for household units not to exceed 25% of fire code capacity.
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Memorial Plaques
The Cathedral Memorial Wall is located in the Peace Garden behind the statue of Mary. Plaques are available for $100 and are a lovely gift of rememberance for families or friends who have lost a loved one. Please print and complete the order form below and submit to the Parish Office.
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Parish Office & Hours
Saint. Thomas Aquinas Cathedral
310 West 2nd St., Reno, NV89503
Parish Office: (775) 329-2571
Fax: (775) 329-2824
Email: Office@stacathedral.comThe Parish Office is located inside the Rectory;
BIG house, west of the Cathedral; entrance on 2nd St.
Business Hours:
Monday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday: Closed