Christkindlmarkt is a traditional German festival held during Advent to prepare our hearts for the coming of the Christ Child. The Market will be held outside in front of St. Thomas the Apostle Church with an array of fun activities for everyone. There will be opportunities to purchase from our Catholic Artisan vendors!

3pm Lessons and Carols

4:30 – 8:30 pm Christkindlmarkt

4:30-5:15 Mexican food in the parish hall for Our Lady of Guadalupe

5:15 Our Lady of Guadalupe play

St. Thomas the Apostle Church Grounds

530 Elizabeth St. Ann Arbor MI 48104

Are you a Catholic Artisan or crafter? Register your booth here: nazarethmarket.com

WE NEED VOLUNTEERS TO MAKE THIS A SUCCESS! PLEASE PRAYERFULLY CONSIDER VOLUNTEERING. Sign up to volunteer here

Looking for 1-hour slots to grill brats, cashier, and serve hot drinks etc. Free food and drink for volunteers! 

Festival of Lessons & Carols:

This annual tradition includes nine scripture readings that tell the story of the birth of the Christ Child. Each reading is followed by corresponding music sung by the St Thomas choirs and the congregation. 

Celebrate Our Lady of Guadalupe:

4:30: Enjoy a sampling of Tamales, Mexican Beans and Rice, mexican pastries and hot chocolate

5:15pm: Dramatic Presentation begins. Food will not be served during the 30-minute presentations

5:45pm: Food service resumes, ending at 6:15 or when food runs out

Free will offering is gratefully accepted to benefit the Saint Thomas Respect Life Committee

If you have questions, please call Barbara Grant-Yopko 734-355-3503 or respectlif@sta2.org

Patroness of Pregnant Women and The Pro-Life Movement

Join us in the Parish Hall on Sunday, December 17th for a Dramatic Presentation of the Miracles of Guadalupe performed by the Challenge Group for Girls.