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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
8:30 am - Holy Eucharist
10:30 am - Holy Eucharist, in person and online
*Please note that Taizé Holy Eucharist is paused until September.
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
Early Bird Shrine Mont Registration! Click here for the Registration Form
For each registration and deposit for Shrine Mont submitted by June 6, you will automatically receive one entry to our Early Bird Registration Raffle! The first drawn winner will receive one complimentary adult registration fee (double occupancy)! The second name drawn will receive a $50 gas card. The raffle will be drawn on June 7 at church. Get your registration and deposit submitted soon to be entered to win! Just go to www.stthomasretreat.org to find more info and to register.
St. Thomas' Summer Choir
Everyone is invited to join us for summer singing this June & July! Starting next Sunday, June 7th, the St. T Summer Choir will meet at 9:30 on Sunday mornings to prepare an anthem for the service. The anthems will be easy to learn and can be used with only one rehearsal. If you've wanted to join the choir, but have reservations about a full time commitment, then this is your chance to join us and see what it is all about! We'll have a folder ready for you.
Youth Group Service Day at Williams City Farms | Monday, June 15 @ 9 am
This is a mini version of a Mission Quest favorite, and we will be joined by our friends at Christ Church for this event! All details are on the registration form available in your weekly E-communique, and all middle and high school youth are invited and encouraged.
Theology on Tap Returns
4:30 pm at Ardent Brewing | June 17, July 15, and August 19
Join Rev. Dale for another round of Theology on Tap this summer. Meet with friends, have a drink of your choice, & discuss some theological questions! If last summer is any guide, much will be said & thought about. Who knows: We may even come to some conclusions this year. All invited.
All are invited to Trivioke Night! | Saturday, June 20 @ 6:00 pm
Join your St. T family for a night of Trivioke on Saturday, June 20 at 6:00 pm! Trivioke is a combination of trivia and karaoke, where intergenerational teams come together to combine their knowledge and talents for a night of laughter and fun. Our very own Dave Gau will be facilitating this all-ages event, and a pizza dinner will be provided by the Fun & Fellowship Committee. See you there!
Parish Summer Read: The Wounded Healer, by Henri Nouwen
A spiritual classic about the ministry of caring for others. 100 pages. This book is easily available at libraries and online stores, and a few loaner copies will be set out in the admin suite. Rev. Herbert & Rev. Dale will host a discussion or two about the book in August. Dates TBA.
Fourth of July Ice Cream Sundae Bar | Saturday, July 4 from 3-5 pm
Come for some ice cream & fellowship from 3 -5 p before heading out for fireworks! This event is hosted by the Fun and Fellowship committee, and all are welcome.
Slow Art @ the VMFA | July 11 at 1 pm
Join museum docent (& Episcopalian!) Douglas D'Urso for a guided, intentional look at a piece of art with Christian themes. Title of piece TBA. After the presentation, we'll gather in the VMFA cafe for 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 helping with coffee hour, either by bringing treats to share or helping with clean up? Click here to sign up! Thank you for all the ways you support our parish life together.