St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church
512 3rd Street SW
DeSmet, SD 57231
Mass Times
Sunday:
10:30AM
Monday:
9:30AM
Confession
Sunday:
10:00AM -
10:30 AM
Monday:
9:00AM - 9:30AM
Or by appointment.
Donate
Take your donations to the parish office or contact the Huron parish office with questions.
Call: (605)352-2203
St. Thomas AquinAS
Welcome! St. Thomas Aquinas has several engaging ministries for you to explore to help inspire and help you grow in your faith.
If you have any questions, please call our parish office so we can assist you.
Pray & Serve at St. Thomas Aquinas
Reach out to get involved with any of these or if you have any questions.
Parish Secretary
Natasha Springer
(605)854-3564
Knights of Columbus
Bill Halverson
Coming soon.
Altar Society
Heather Peckpaugh
hpeckenpaugh@ctlon.org
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Faith Formation 2026-2027
"When you seek truth, you seek God whether you know it or not."
– St.
Edith Stein
K - 5th
Teachers
K&1st : Kathy Ostrander & Denise Knight
2nd &3rd : Natasha Springer
4th & 5th: Heather Peckenpaugh & Meghan Ostrander
Middle School Youth Group 6-8
Teachers: Heather Peckenpaugh & Ann Larson
High School Youth Group 9-12
Teacher: Natasha Springer
Confirmation
Teachers: Matt & Mary Wertz
Safe Environment
All teachers, teaching assistants and volunteer drivers are required to be safe environment trained before working with children.
Adult Bible Study
Lead by: Matt Wertz & Ann Larson
This year we are deep diving into these two great studies! Sign up in the church today!
It is not required but if you wish to purchase a study guide for either study please click image below.
Become a member of our parish
If you would like to become a member of St. Thomas Aquinas' Parish, please fill out the form and send it to the office or put it in a collection basket at Mass.
“The things that we love tell us what we are.”
St. Thomas Aquinas
Ministry Schedule
Thank you to all who volunteer their talents by assisting with Mass. If you are interested in helping, please contact the parish office.
Mass Intentions
Interested in requesting a Mass Intention?
What is a Mass Intention?
ButtonA Mass intention is a specific purpose for which a priest offers a Mass, such as for the soul of a deceased person, for someone's health, or to celebrate a special occasion. This practice is a way to bring the needs and prayers of the faithful before God during the Eucharistic celebration.
Do Mass Intentions cost money?
ButtonWhile there is not a required fee for a Mass intention, it is suggested to donate $10 per Mass intention to support the church and its priests, helping cover the costs of materials needed for the Mass.
How do I request a Mass Intention?
ButtonContact the Parish Office at 605-854-3564 or place your intention in the collection basket at Mass.
Can I request a special date?
Yes, you can request a special date, but not every date is available. There may not be Mass that day or that day may have already been selected. Contact the parish office to learn what dates are available. It's best to get your special date requests in early.
St. Thomas Aquinas Events
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High School YG -after mass
10:30am Mass
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2pm Altar Society Meeting
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4pm Middle School YG
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8:45am K-5 + Confirmation
10:30am Mass
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12pm De Smet Finance Council
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