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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.
Sunday Worship Schedule at St. Thomas'
8:30 am - Holy Eucharist
10:30 am - Holy Eucharist, in person and online
2nd & 4th Sundays @ 5:30 pm - Taizé Holy Eucharist
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
Advent Meet-Ups! Morning Coffee & Scripture @ The Smoky Mug | Thursday Dec. 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.
Help Decorate the Church
Ever wonder what the Altar Guild does? Well here is a fun opportunity! On Sunday, December 21st, we would love your help after the 10:30 am service. We will be preparing the church for our Christmas services. All are welcome!
Sunday Dec 21: Last Minute Gift Table!
Need a few more stocking stuffers? Stop by the last minute gift table in the parish hall during coffee hour next Sunday, Dec 21. Assorted items from the holiday bazaar will be available, including peanut brittle. Proceeds will go toward the kitchen renovation.
December Book Club
All are welcome in the St. Thomas' book club! We meet on fourth Mondays at 6:30 pm at church, and we would love to see you. Our December read is "The Red Tent" by Anita Diamant, and we'll be meeting to discuss it on December 22. Contact Katie Cosby with any questions, and happy reading!
Join us for Christmas!
All are welcome to join us to celebrate Christmas! Christmas Eve services begin at 10:30 am with our Children’s Christmas Pageant, 7:30 pm for Holy Eucharist, and 10:30 pm for Candlelight Eucharist. Our Christmas morning service is at 10:30 am, with a potluck breakfast beforehand. Please note that there is no nursery care available at the 7:30 pm or 10:30 pm services on Christmas Eve or 10:30 am on Christmas Day. Children of all ages are welcome and encouraged in worship! The nursery will be available for the 10:30 am Christmas Pageant on Christmas Eve.
Christmas Eve
Wednesday, December 24
10:30 am - Children's Christmas Pageant
7:30 pm - Holy Eucharist
10:30 pm - Candlelight Holy Eucharist
Christmas Day
Thursday, December 25
9:30 am - Potluck Breakfast
10:30 am - Christmas Holy Eucharist
Christmas Eve Pageant
At the 10:30 am service on Christmas Eve we'll be having our traditional "Zoocharist" pageant, and all are welcome and encouraged to participate! This is a tableau style pageant, no lines to memorize! We'll have a short rehearsal at 9:30 and there are costumes at the church, but participants are also welcome to wear their own. Please join us!
Christmas Potluck Breakfast
Please join us Christmas morning at 9:30 for a potluck breakfast before the worship service. Bring your favorite breakfast item to share (such as fruit, quiche, OJ, casserole, etc.), or just bring yourself! It's a great way to spend Christmas with your St. Thomas' family. Join us for this fun tradition!
Parish Office Closed 12/24 - 1/2
The St. Thomas Parish' Office will be closed from December 24th until January 5th for the holidays. Wednesday Morning Prayer will pause after December 17th and will resume again on January 7th. The Food Pantry will be closed on Thursday, December 25, and will be open with our indoor market only (no drive through) on January 1. We hope you all have a wonderful Christmas and a happy New Year!
Christmas Eve Pageant
At the 10:30 am service on Christmas Eve we'll be having our traditional "Zoocharist" pageant, and all are welcome and encouraged to participate! This is a tableau style pageant, no lines to memorize! We'll have a short rehearsal at 9:30 and there are costumes at the church, but participants are also welcome to wear their own. Please join us!
Inclement Weather Policy
When weather strikes, we want to make sure you know where to look for St. Thomas' closing status. Please note that the parish office follows the closing schedule of the Richmond City Public Schools. If they're closed or delayed, we are too! If we decide to cancel worship services for inclement weather, we will send out a special ecomm. Stay safe out there!
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.