Couple to host Fellowship Luncheon
Rich and Dory Dietz are hosting a Fellowship Luncheon on Saturday, December 6 at 1 pm in the Parish Hall. "We
thought it would be a nice time to be together," said Dory. They are not asking anyone to bring food, as it will be
catered by the Village Inn. The menu will include baked penne parmigiana, meatballs, chicken tenders, green
beans almondine, salad, dinner rolls, dessert and coffee. Any additional beverages should be brought by participants. Rather than hold it in the evening, they opted to keep it in the daytime when many people in our parish community find it easier to drive. There is no fee to attend. Sign up sheets are located in the back of the church and on the bulletin board in the Parish Hall. Please RSVP no later than Wednesday, November 26.
The Longest Night of the Year Service
St. Thomas will host it's fifth annual Longest Night of the Year Service this December 21 at 7 pm. All are
invited to attend this calm, soothing service geared toward those who are sad, lonely or just in need of a
respite from the chaos of the holiday season.
This service, held on the longest night of the year AND, incidentally, St. Thomas' Day, will host a quiet time of prayer, scripture reading, and music to remind us of God's presence and love in our lives. For questions or more information, please speak with Wilma Gaughan in person.
Seeking Actors for the Christmas Pageant
Children are needed for several possible roles in St. Thomas' Annual Christmas Pageant, which takes place during the 4:30 pm Christmas Eve Service. All ages and capabilities are welcome! There are a few parts with lines, but most are non-speaking parts. Angels, Wise Men, shepherds, and even animals- we need them all! Parents, please contact Jessica Fischer in person with questions or to sign your children up. There will be a few rehearsal dates (usually between the Sunday services), but you could also opt to show up at 3:45 on Christmas Eve and still participate.
Christmas Eve Services:
Wednesday, Dec. 24 - 4:30 pm Christmas Eve Service with Children's Pageant and instrumentalists
Wednesday, Dec. 24 - 9:30 pm Christmas Eve Service with Choral Music starting at 9:10
Christmas Day Service:
Thursday, Dec. 25 - 10:30 am Christmas Day Service
Normal Worship Service Schedule
Please feel free to worship with us on any Sunday:
8:00 a.m.: This is our most traditional service. It is a beautiful peaceful and quiet holy communion without regular music. It follows the Rite One service from the Book of Common Prayer.
10:30 a.m.: This service is filled with music, both traditional as well as contemporary. A practical message is given every week, applying the timeless wisdom of the Bible to everyday life. A parallel children’s ministry called Gods Kids is offered for kids five years old through fifth grade. The service follows the Rite Two holy communion service from the Book of Common Prayer. This service is streamed online for those who cannot be in church. To watch Click on: LIvestream Service Bulletin
9:00 a.m.: Breakfast (coffee, doughnuts, bagels): There’s plenty of food, especially for the family running late. A donation of fifty cents is welcome but your credit is good with us.
9:30 a.m.: Christian Education: An Adult Forum class meets in the Parish Hall and a Small Group meets in the Guild Room. Children’s Christian Education meets in classes in the upstairs Parish Hall.
Small Groups: There’s a small group for just about anyone (meeting at various times), according to what is your interest. There are women’s groups, men’s groups, mixed groups, traditional Bible studies or book groups to completely untraditional offerings like learning to play the guitar or how to use a computer. Won’t you try one out and get to know some folks along the way.
Wednesday mornings: 10:00 a.m. This simple holy communion service is an unpretentious time to worship and pray and includes a special time to pray for healing. This service is held in the small sanctuary in the Thomas House (the far right red door on Delaware Avenue labelled as Office).
Welcome to St. Thomas, Oakmont!
We are a group of people who believe Jesus is alive and welcome people no matter where they happen to be on their spiritual journey.
- What we believe: We believe that we Christians are part of the Body of Christ and that we are accepted where we are. But God never leaves us where we are but calls us to grow: spiritually, in the life of our community, in the life of our congregation and in number.
- Our Mission: We, as members of the Body of Christ, are called to grow: spiritually, in parish life, in our community, and as a congregation.