Join us for a new tradition at St. Thomas- wear your favorite “ugly” Christmas sweater and stay after the 10:00 a.m. service to help decorate our beautiful sanctuary for Christmas!!!
All are welcome for our family friendly “Pick-Up Pageant”- no practice neccessary! This simple, yet beautiful service tells the story of the birth of Jesus. Children are welcome to dress up in a costume (or not!) and help to share the good news of a babe born in a manger. Designed with young families in mind, this contemporary service features candelight, simple hymns and a family friendly Eucharist.
This beautiful festive Eucharist begins with preludes and carols featuring a quartet of brass and Dr. Maria Corley on the organ. The service continues with traditional Christmas hymns, communion and silent night by candelight. All are welcome!
Join us for this beautiful service featuring traditional Christmas lessons and carols- a perfect way to continue celebrating the Christmas season!
Our annual parish meeting Sunday with combined service beginning at 9:00 a.m.
We are delighted to welcome back the Maryland State Boys Choir for our Sunday morning worship! You don’t want to miss this- our beautiful sanctuary is filled with the sound of music offered by this one-of-a kind boys choir!
Featuring the original artwork of Gary Davis, artist and member of the Third Order of Franciscans, and other artists, musicians and craft makers at St. Thomas. All proceeds will benefit our mission and ministry at St. Thomas. A special visit from St. Nicholas is planned at 3:30 p.m.!
Join us for an afternoon of quiet art making as we begin the season of Advent together! Sea Macleish, retired art teacher, will lead us in a simple craft as we unwind, recenter and explore the holy as we prepare for Christmas. Our afternoon will end with a light meal. Please rsvp by contacting our parish office.
Join a small group designed to help you find support and companionship as your process the grief of losing a loved one. Whether your loss was recent, or years ago, you are welcome. Meetings will be facilitated by our clergy, The Rev. Jennfer Mattson and The Rev. Jane Miron. November 21st, from 12-1 p.m.
Join us for a cookie and a smile…. and a prayer if you need one! Cookies and other desserts will be offered to one and all. Donations appreciated, but not neccessary. For those in need of prayer, our clergy will be on site throughout the day.
Join us for a screening of the Tree of Life Documentary followed by a discussion. A free lunch will be offered from 11:3-12:30, with the movie to follow.
Please join us in wearing something orange as we remember and mourn the lives of those lost to gun violence with a Memorial to the Lost and a community screening of the documentary "A Tree Life: The Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting" . The Memorial to the Lost will feature the names of those who have died to gun violence in Lancaster County. Their names are written on t-shirts that will be displayed outside the church. The documentary tells the story of the Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting. Please sign up to contribute to a potluck lunch featuring chili, cornbread and salad. The documentary will begin at 12:30 p.m. in Founders Hall.
An immersive art experience facilitated by retired art teacher, Sea Macleish! Participants will explore a variety of art mediums in a safe space that nurtures creativity and joy. Second Tuesday of each month from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Sign up through our parish office.
Join us for a special Sunday in honor Breast Cancer Awareness month. Wear something pink. Prayers will be offered for those who have lost their lives to breast cancer/and/or are currently in remission or continuing their fight.
Join us this Sunday, September 29th at 10:00 a.m. for "Art Sunday"....a celebration of our growing art ministry at St. Thomas, including a blessing of our new Art Mobile in our Narthex! Wear a tye-die t-shirt and/or something bright, and stay after the 10:00 a.m. worship for a special coffee hour featuring "walking tacos"- an Art Camp favorite! The sermon will be offered by both Pastor Jennifer and Deacon Jane (buckle up!!!) and will include an art surprise! Join us for a joyful celebration of all things creative!!!!
Join us for our official “Kick-Off” Sunday! Wear your favorite sports jersey or team colors and stay for a tail-gate themed coffee hour with tables decorated with your favorite sport memorabilia and treats to share! Don’t miss this fun start to the program year!
Children ages K-12 are welcome to join us for Art Time, an immersive art experience at St. Thomas building upon our annual Art Camp! No previous art experience neccessary. Enjoy working wtih a variety of mediums under the instruction of our artist-in-residence, Sea McLeish, retired art teacher. RSVP with our parish office. 4-5:30 p.m. Second Tuesday of each month
A Red Cross blood drive will be held s St. Thomas. Additional details to come….
Registration is open for our annual Art Camp: a free day camp for children ages K-12th grade that invites children to create and learn together in Christian community. June 10th-13th, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., lunch served.
Please join us for a special music concert during the Memorial Day weekend of remembrance, featuring Dr. Maris Corley and other talented area performers. All donations support local outreach ministries in Lancaster County.
Our celebration of Pentecost will include special music, banners and a festive procession led by our children! All welcome!
All welcome! Join us for our first fellowship dinner gathering… with everyone! Learn about our fellowship dinner ministry while enjoying a good meal and good company. Please email the parish office for more information.
