St. Thomas Memorial Church

Ash Wednesday on February 22

Jeff — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 19:51:49 +0000

Ash Wednesday, February 22, marks the beginning of the penitential season of Lent. It is a time of self-examination, confession and repentance in order to deepen our love of God and to participate, at least spiritually, in the suffering of our Lord Jesus Christ. Ash Wednesday services will be held at St. Thomas Church at: 7:00am, 10:00am and 7:00pm. In addition, a service will be held in the chapel of St. Margaret Hospital in Aspinwall at noon. Those who wish to make a private confession as part of their Lenten discipline may contact any of the clergy of St. Thomas Church.

Shrove Tuesday Mardi Gras Supper

Jeff — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 19:43:48 +0000

On Shrove Tuesday, February 21, from 5:00pm until 7:00pm, St. Thomas celebrates the night before the beginning of Lent with a festive Jambalaya supper, complete with cornbread, salad and King cake. The Jambalaya is not too hot (extra hot sauce is available on the tables) but is an authentic New Orleans recipe brought back by the St. Thomas Mission Team (who have made four mission trips for Hurricane Katrina relief). The prices are $8/adults, $6/child, $25/family. Come enjoy a delicious Mardi Gras supper and good fellowship! On the night before Ash Wednesday, Laissez les bontemps rouler!

Adult Class on Christian Heresies: Ancient and Modern

Jeff — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:15:00 +0000

From the very first decades of Christian Church until today, there have been heresies (or false teachings) that have arisen, usually centered on questions of “Who is Jesus?” or “What is the nature of God?” Why does this matter anyhow? What are the differences between heresies long ago and heresies common today? Come join a five week adult class that will examine these questions and others, beginning on Sunday, February 12, at 9:30am.February 12 – March 11

Feb. 11: Introduction, Categorizing Heresies, Intro to Christological Heresies (Person and Nature of Jesus)

Feb. 19: Christological Heresies Continued (The Trinity)

Feb. 26: Soteriological Heresies (Sin and Salvation), Ecclesial/Canonical Heresies (Practice & Authority)

March 4 Later Heresies: The Reformation Period

March 11 Contemporary Heresies; Ten Modern Heresies

All classes meet on Sunday mornings in St. Anne’s Guild Room from 9:30 through 10:15

New Vestry Members Elected at Parish Annual Meeting

Jeff — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:49:55 +0000

Three new members of the vestry were elected on Sunday, January 22, 2012, at the Parish Annual Meeting. Allen Cedilote (pronounced “Seed-i-loat”), Rich Dietz and Teri Aber were elected to serve three year terms. They replace retiring vestry members, Betti Rottschaefer, Bob Farmer and Lisa Rush Kelly. St. Thomas Vestry comprises nine members, elected in three rotating classes. The vestry meets on the second Monday of every month (except July and August) and represents lay leadership for St. Thomas Church

Normal Worship Service Schedule

admin — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 09:09:49 +0000

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.

9:00 a.m.: Breakfast (coffee, doughnuts, bagels): Theres 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.

Welcome to St. Thomas, Oakmont!

admin — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 12:29:46 +0000

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.