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St. Thomas' Episcopal Church is an inclusive and diverse Christ-centered faith community in the Episcopal (Anglican) tradition. We come from many different backgrounds and perspectives, sharing a common commitment to growing faith and love of God and neighbor. We are dedicated to knowing about Christ and making him known.
St. Thomas' is part of the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia, the largest diocese in the country. There are over 189 congregations serving under the leadership of Bishop E. Mark Stevenson. We are a middle-sized Episcopal church.
No matter your age, race, gender identity, or sexual orientation, and no matter where you are on your faith journey, we welcome you and invite you to participate fully in every aspect of our parish life.
We seek to be a compassionate presence in our neighborhood and at large, deepening our own faith and experience through the welcoming of newcomers and service of the poor, the hungry, the young, and all seeking wholeness of life and spirit.
Summer Sunday Worship Schedule at St. Thomas'
8:30 am - Holy Eucharist
10:30 am - Holy Eucharist, in person and online
St. Thomas' Food Pantry
Need food? Let us feed you!
Food Distribution Thursdays from 2:00 - 5:00 pm. Click here for more information.
Parish Office
Open Monday through Friday from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm.
Quick Links & News
Thanksgiving Holiday Hours
Our Parish Office will be closed Wednesday, November 26 - Friday, November 28 for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen on Monday, December 1 at 9 am. Wednesday Morning Prayer will not meet on November 26 and will resume at 8:30 am on December 3. The St. Thomas' Food Pantry will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, and will reopen on Thursday, December 4. Thank you!
The Practice of Contemplative Prayer | Mondays at 7:00 pm
Please join Herbert on Monday evenings for a time of contemplative prayer and quiet presence with God. We will discuss and participate in different forms and types of contemplation with God and each other. Some examples are centering prayer, different forms of prayer with scripture including lectio divina, body prayer and holy listening. No preparation is necessary. Just be present and begin the week in a few moments of peaceful nourishment and refreshment.
Advent Adventure | Tuesday, Dec. 2 from 6:00-7:30 pm
Join us THIS TUESDAY for our annual Advent Adventure! Enjoy a parish dinner, make edible nativities, hear an Advent story read to the kids, & decorate the parish tree with our Crismon ornaments. We’ll start at 6 pm with a potluck supper – the Church will be providing cheese pizza (with gluten free available) and drinks. Please bring sides and desserts. This is an event for kids of all ages, 0-100, so come kick off Advent with your parish family!
Advent Meet-Ups! Morning Coffee & Scripture @ The Smoky Mug | Thursday Dec. 4, 11, & 18 @ 7:45 am
Join Rev. Dale for coffee & chat at The Smoky Mug on Thursday mornings during Advent. We'll look at a short passage of scripture through the lens of Advent hope. Getting there late or leaving early is fine. Stop by for fellowship and a reminder of God's promises. And maybe for a pastry, too.
Wreath Making Event | Saturday, December 6 from 9 am - 12 pm
All supplies and instruction provided to make your own live wreath, please bring magnolia or other greens you would like to add to provided pine. Please RSVP to Ann Fuqua at fuquaam@gmail.com to be sure we have enough soup and supplies for all!
Holiday Cookie Swap | Saturday, December 13 from 1 - 3 pm
Please bring 3 dozen, and a few extra for samples, of your favorite homemade cookie! A sign will be provided for you to write the name of your cookie and allergens- milk, egg, wheat, nuts. Bring your own container to take home! Contact Emma McFarlane with questions or for more information.
Self-Care & Prayer at St. Thomas’
We have several weekly offerings for self-care and prayer at St. Thomas’. As always, please check your weekly E-communique for any changes in the schedule. All are welcome.
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Tuesday Morning Meditation: upstairs Meeting Room @ 8:30 am
Join Brenda Burgner, certified Mindfulness Teacher, for a session of guided meditation.
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Wednesday Morning Prayer: in the Sanctuary @ 8:30 am
Join us in choir stalls to start the day with the Daily Office & fellowship.
Enrich our worship
We have many opportunities available to help enrich our worship together. Want to be a worship assistant for Sunday services? Email Father Dale to be added to our list of volunteers! Would you like to sponsor the altar flowers to help make our church beautiful? Click here for available dates! Interested in hosting a coffee hour, either by brewing coffee or bringing treats to share? Click here to sign up! Thank you for all the ways you support our parish life together.