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Come – Stay – Grow – Give
Posted onThis Sunday marked the fourth week of the 2020 Annual Appeal. Fr. Turner shared this thoughts on the Choir School as part of the Sermon Series. Read more…
News from Saint Thomas Church Week Beginning October 6
Posted onIn this week’s news: a message from the Associate Priest for Pastoral Care and information on the Ministry Fair and Volunteer Commissioning (Sept. 29), Annual Appeal Sermon Series, and EAST (Episcopal Asian Supper Table). Read more…
Figure Skating in Harlem
Posted onPlease help the Figure Skating in Harlem organization by donating snacks in bulk for their afterschool program. Read more…
News from Saint Thomas Church Week Beginning September 29
Posted onIn this week’s news: a message from the Associate Priest for Pastoral Care and information on the Ministry Fair and Volunteer Commissioning (Sept. 29), Annual Appeal Sermon Series, and EAST (Episcopal Asian Supper Table). Read more…
News from Saint Thomas Church Week Beginning September 22
Posted onIn this week’s news… The 2020 Annual Appeal has begun. Help support our mission. […]
Oktoberfest
Posted onRegistration for Oktoberfest is officially closed. Read more…
News from Saint Thomas week beginning September 15
Posted onIn this week’s news: a message from the Rector, review of Patronal Feast Day, Visiting Lecturer, Ministry Fair and Volunteer Commissioning (Sept. 29), and the Annual Appeal Sermon Series. Read more…
The Annual Election for the Vestry of Saint Thomas Church
Posted onThe election will be held on December 3, 2019. Members of the parish are encouraged to suggest candidates for consideration to any member of the Nominating Committee or complete a suggestion form available at the reception desk on or before Sunday, October 6. Read more…
News From Saint Thomas Week Beginning September 1
Posted onIn this week’s news… A message from the Associate Rector Guest Preacher: the Rev. Fleming […]
The Bookstore and Gift Shop reopens next Sunday, September 8
Posted onThe Bookstore will open following both the 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. services. It […]
News from Saint Thomas Church: Week Beginning August 11
Posted onDear Friends, On Tuesday night, a stone’s throw from the parish, a motorcycle’s exhaust backfired […]
Back to School Drive
Posted onPlease help us with our Back to School Drive as we provide backpacks filled with […]
The Saint Thomas Church Bookstore
Posted onThe Bookstore and Gift Shop will be closed through September 1, reopening Sunday, September 8, following the 11 a.m. service. Read more…
Saint Thomas Church Appoints Two Clergy Staff
Posted onThe Rector and Wardens are pleased to announce the appointment of two priests beginning Sunday, September […]
Pilgrimage to the Holy Land
Posted onThe Living Church Foundation, with Saint Thomas Church, is going on a Pilgrimage to the […]
News from Saint Thomas Church Week Beginning June 30
Posted onDear Friends, This Sunday we are keeping the feast of Saint Peter and Saint Paul […]
Ice Cream
Posted onOn Sunday, June 23: in celebration of summer, Saint Thomas Sunday School will be making […]
Would you like to become a Chantry Chapel acolyte?
Posted onChantry Masses are conducted by a member of the clergy, assisted by an acolyte. Ideally, the acolyte conducts the Daily Office of Morning and Evening Prayer. We are interested in recruiting new acolytes for these important and intimate services. Read more…
News from Saint Thomas week beginning June 2
Posted onAfter a glorious Memorial Day weekend, the Choristers are now at Camp and we look forward to our last two Sunday celebrations with the full choir of men and boys. We will bid a fond farewell to our Grade 8 boys on June 9, the Feast of Pentecost, when we celebrate the Valedictory Mass at 11am. Read more…
Would you like to become a Chantry Chapel acolyte?
Posted onThe Chantry Masses are conducted by a member of the clergy, assisted by an acolyte. Ideally, the acolyte conducts the Daily Office of Morning and Evening Prayer. We are interested in recruiting new acolytes for these important and intimate services. Read more…
The Altar Guild
Posted onThe Altar Guild is seeking new members to assist the clergy in preparing our various altars for celebrations of the Holy Eucharist, and to care for the linen, silver, and silks used on our altars. Read more…
The Living Church Foundation
Posted onThe Living Church Foundation, which produces the weekly magazine by the same name, has suggested a partnership with Saint Thomas Church in a pilgrimage to the Holy Land during Lent, 2020. Read more…
Hat Decorating
Posted onYou are invited to join us on Sunday, June 2, at 1 p.m. in the parish house living room to decorate your own red hat for the Day of Pentecost to remind us of the fire of the Holy Spirit. Read more…
News from Saint Thomas week beginning May 26
Posted onSAVE THE DATE! Thursday, May 30 is Ascension Day. This is a principal feast in the Episcopal Church (what used to be called a ‘red-letter’ day in the old Prayer Book) and we should all try to attend mass. Read more…
Memorial Day Schedule
Posted onOn May 27, the parish offices will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. There
will be a single celebration of the Holy Eucharist at 12:10 p.m. at the War Memorial Chapel in
the Narthex. Read more…
The 2019 Annual Appeal
Posted onPlease remember Saint Thomas Church and Choir School by making a pledge to the 2019 Annual Appeal. If you have already pledged, thank you – your support is greatly appreciated, and your contributions will be carefully spent. Read more…
St. John’s Eve Party
Posted onOn Saturday, June 15, the 18-30s Ministry will host its Second Annual St. John’s Eve Party at the home of a parishioner. Read more…
News from Saint Thomas week beginning May 5
Posted onOn May 5 ay 4pm we install Dr. Jeremy Filsell as Organist and Director of Music. On Sunday May 12 at the 11am Festal Eucharist & Confirmation our bishop, the Right Reverend Andrew M. L. Dietsche, will make his Episcopal Visitation to confirm and receive several members of this parish. Read more…
Strategic Planning
Posted onOn May 19 and 21 Wellspring Consulting and members of our Strategic Planning Working Group present some of their findings and recommendations, followed by time for your questions and comments. Read more…
Online Prayer at Saint Thomas Church
Posted onThere are two other ways that we pray specific intercessions at Saint Thomas Church; they are our Sunday Parish Prayer List. and our weekly Shrine Prayers at the Shrine of Our Lady of Fifth Avenue. Read more…
News from Saint Thomas week beginning April 14
Posted onHoly Week is finally here. We have spent the past five and a half weeks preparing ourselves to enter into the mystery once again. At Saint Thomas Church, the celebration of Holy Week is the jewel in the crown of our shared liturgical life. Read more…
News from Saint Thomas week beginning April 7
Posted onThis Lent, Saint Thomas’s Church invites you to share in a rich array of opportunities to discover where God seeks to meet you through our Lenten worship, study and education, and through times for quiet reflection and pilgrimage at other churches in Midtown. Read more…
News from Saint Thomas week beginning March 31
Posted onLent at Saint Thomas Church This Lent, Saint Thomas’s Church invites you to share in […]
Episcopal Relief and Development
Posted onDuring Lent, Saint Thomas will be collecting funds for Episcopal Relief and Development at a table in the narthex after Sunday Masses and Evensongs. Read more…
Holy Week & Easter
Posted onOn Sunday, April 14, we enter the most significant eight days of the liturgical year: Holy Week & Easter Day. Read more…
The T. Tertius Noble Centennial Choristership
Posted onThis year we celebrate the one hundredth anniversary of the opening of the Choir School on March 3, 1919 and you can help us celebrate by considering a donation to the T. Tertius Noble Centennial Choristership. Read more…
Children’s Easter Basket and Clothing Outreach
Posted onPlease help give Easter baskets and clothes to children living in a NYC safe-house shelter, as well as children attending St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church in the Bronx. Read more…
Associate Priest for Christian Formation and Education
Posted onSaint Thomas Church Fifth Avenue, New York, in the Diocese of New York, seeks to call an Associate priest for Christian Formation and Education, beginning in Summer 2019. Applications are invited by April 23, 2019. The position will remain open until filled. Read more…
Easter Flower Memorials
Posted onContributions are now being received for Easter Flowers in memory of departed loved ones. Read more…
Easter Hat Decorating Afternoon!
Posted onSunday, April 7, 2019 between 1 and 3 p.m. Hats and trimmings will be available. Read more…
News from Saint Thomas week beginning March 24
Posted onLearn about upcoming events for the third week in Lent and read a reflection on the Annunciation by Fr Bennett. Read more…
Children’s Easter Basket and Clothing Outreach
Posted onPlease help Saint Thomas Church give Easter baskets and clothes to children living in a NYC safe-house shelter, as well as children attending St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church in the Bronx. Read more…
News from Saint Thomas Church week beginning March 17
Posted onFather Spencer has written a reflection for the second week of Lent on Saint Joseph, whose feast day is on Tuesday, March 19. Read more…
Book Signing
Posted onBook Signing: Fleming Rutledge will sign her book, “Three Hours: Sermons for Good Friday”, during Coffee Hour on Sunday, March 31. Read more…
News from Saint Thomas Church: week beginning March 10
Posted onDuring Lent, our weekly news will be a little different. We will remind parishioners of the following week’s activities, and, then, one of my colleagues will offer a Lenten meditation. I hope that you find them helpful. Read more…
The Church will open late on Monday March 4
Posted onDue to the weather warning and snow accumulating in New Jersey and elsewhere, the church will open at 11am on Monday, March 4. There will be no 8am mass held that morning. This is so our staff can travel in safely to work. Read more…
News from Saint Thomas: week beginning March 3
Posted onToday, as we begin Lent, there are many upcoming worship and fellowship opportunities, classes, and opportunities for quiet reflection. Read more…
Lent: March 6-April 13
Posted onThe season of Lent offers us a rich opportunity to turn towards a simplicity of life. During the journey we make together over the 40 days which lead up to the great celebration of Easter, we make a choice to live simply. Read more…
News from Saint Thomas: week beginning February 24
Posted onThe centenary of the Choir School is on March 3 and the special evening theology class on Biblical justice with Dr. Jeremy Waldron continues on February 27. Read more…
Bible Study and Brunch
Posted onThe 18-30s Ministry will hold a Lenten Bible study and Feast Day brunch on Sunday, March 10, on the fifth floor of the parish house following Coffee Hour. Please RSVP to YoungAdults@SaintThomasChurch.org if you are interested in attending. Read more…
News from Saint Thomas: week ending February 16
Posted onUpcoming events: the centennial of the choir school, EAST guest speaker Roja Singh, the second of three courses on Biblical Justice taught by Professor Jeremy Waldron, and a visit from the Very Reverend John Hall from Westminster Abbey. Read more…
Holiday Worship Schedule
Posted onOn Monday, February 18, the Parish Offices will be closed in observance of the Presidents’ Day holiday. There will be a single celebration of the Holy Eucharist at 12:10 p.m. Read more…
Strategic Planning
Posted onWe are at the midpoint of our planning process. On Sunday, February 10, and Wednesday, February 13, Wellspring will again host parish gatherings. Read more…
News from Saint Thomas: week ending February 9
Posted onOur strategic planning process has reached the halfway mark. Also, we welcome several guest teachers and preachers. Read more…
Episcopal Asian Supper Table Event
Posted on“Untouchable” with Dr. Roja Singh, President of the Dalit Solidarity Forum. Dr. Singh will share the inspiring story of the Dalit “untouchable women” in India. Read more…
News from Saint Thomas: week ending in February 2
Posted onWellspring Consulting Strategic planning parish gatherings will take place on February 10 and 13. Fr Ryan Bennett has joined us as an assisting priest, and on February 16 we welcome Dr. Roja Singh for an East speaker event. Read more…
18-30’s Ministry Film Screening
Posted onOn Saturday, February 2, at 7 p.m., the 18-30s Ministry will host the group’s inaugural Candlemas Party at the Saint Thomas Rectory. Read more…
News from Saint Thomas: week ending in January 26
Posted onWe’ve celebrated the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. Upcoming events include Burns night on January 25 and Wellspring Consulting parish gatherings on February 10 and 13. Read more…
Upcoming 18-30’s Ministry Events
Posted onOn Saturday, February 2, at 7 p.m., the 18-30s Ministry will host the group’s inaugural Candlemas Party at the Saint Thomas Rectory. On Sunday, February 10, the 18-30s Ministry will host a film screening, also at the Rectory. Read more…
Saint Thomas Celebrates Burns Night
Posted onJoin us on Friday, January 25 at 7pm in beautiful Bonnell Hall at Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church. Read more…
The 18-30’3 Ministry has partnered with Episcopal Relief and Development
Posted onThe 18-30s Ministry has been asked by Episcopal Relief and Development to find volunteers during Lent to staff tables in Andrew Hall and the Narthex after each of the Sunday services. Read more…
Candlemas Party
Posted onOn Saturday, February 2, at 7 p.m., the 18-30s Ministry will host the group’s inaugural Candlemas Party at the Saint Thomas Rectory. Read more…
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Posted onOn January 21, in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday, the parish offices will be closed. There will be a single celebration of the Holy Eucharist at 12:10 p.m. Read more…
News from Saint Thomas: week ending in January 5
Posted onBeginning January 6, we will find ourselves in a new season: the Epiphany Season. Epiphany means manifestation or revelation; in this case, the manifestation of Jesus Christ as the Son of God, the promised Messiah. Read more…
News from Saint Thomas: week ending in December 22
Posted onChristmas is around the corner and Fifth Avenue seems busier than ever. Yet our church remains an oasis of peace and tranquility in the midst of all the commercialism outside its walls. Read more…
Year-end contributions to Saint Thomas Church and Choir School
Posted onAs the New Year approaches and you consider your year-end gifts, please remember Saint Thomas Church and Choir School. Read more…
News from Saint Thomas: week ending in December 15
Posted onThis Sunday is Gaudete Sunday which is beloved of Saint Thomas parishioners and a chance to wear something rose pink! Read more…
The Angel Tree
Posted onOur annual Angel Tree is up. On it, you will find tags with specific requested gifts for children in need. Read more…
Advent Drive
Posted onAs we prepare for the coming of our Lord, we hope you will consider participating in our Advent drive, “Helping Those Around Us”. We ask that you donate unisex hats, gloves, scarves, plastic razors, hand sanitizers and gently used coats. Read more…
Charitable Distributions from IRAs:
Posted onWhen you are doing your year-end tax planning, please remember that if you are 70 ½ or older, you may qualify to make a tax-free gift to Saint Thomas from your IRA account of up to $100,000. Read more…
News from Saint Thomas Church: week ending in December 9
Posted onUpcoming events include a performance of Benjamin Britten’s Ceremony of Carols and various services of Lessons and Carols. Read more…
Bookstore hours during Advent
Posted onThere are extended bookstore hours for the season of Advent. It will be closed on Sunday, December 30. Read more…
News From Saint Thomas Church
Posted onWeek ending in December 2. Read more…
Christmas Flower Memorials
Posted onContributions are now being received for Christmas flowers in memory of departed loved ones. The names of the faithful departed in whose memory the church will be adorned will be listed in the Christmas service leaflet on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Read more…
Holiday Worship Schedule
Posted onThe Parish Offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 22 and 23, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Read more…
Advent Wreath Making
Posted onSave the date for Advent wreath making. On Friday, November 30, at 6:30 p.m., join us in the parish house living room to make your wreath for the Advent season. Read more…
St. Mark’s Gospel onstage
Posted onA performance and seminar event. Read more…
Holiday Worship Schedule
Posted onMonday, November 12, in observance of the Veterans’ Day holiday, the parish offices are
closed. There is a single celebration of the Holy Eucharist. Read more…
Thanksgiving Pies and Cakes
Posted onOnce again, as part of its fundraising efforts, the Choir School is offering Thanksgiving pies and cakes for sale from “Heidi’s Kitchen”. Read more…
Strategic Planning Parish Gatherings
Posted onAs part of our self-study, Wellspring Consulting are keen to hear from parishioners about why Saint Thomas Church is so important to them and hear their views on a number of topics. Three Sundays and three weekdays have been set aside for parish gatherings. Read more…
Nursery at Evensong
Posted onIn addition to our year round, regular Sunday morning provision, Nursery care is being introduced every other week from 3:30-5:30pm during Sunday Evensong. Read more…
Fr. Daniels has accepted the call to be the Rector of St George’s Church, Ardmore, in the Diocese of Pennsylvania
Posted onWe are very pleased for Fr. Daniels and his family, and we are glad for the people of his new parish. Read more…
All Souls’ Remembrance 2018
Posted onThis year, the All Souls’ remembrance of the departed friends, relatives, and benefactors of the […]
The 18-30’s Ministry
Posted onWe will hold a Bible study and brunch on Sunday, November 11. Read more…
Nursery position available at Saint Thomas Church
Posted onDue to the expansion of our Sunday child care and nurture in faith provision, we are seeking an additional staff to join our existing team of staff and volunteers. Read more…
Father Adam Spencer joins Clergy Staff
Posted onWe welcome our new Associate Priest for Pastoral Care. Read more…
Strategic Planning
Posted onSaint Thomas Church has begun Strategic Planning work with Wellspring Consulting. Read more…
The Windows of Saint Thomas Church by Julie Sloan
Posted onA new book has been published about our stained glass windows for purchase on this website and in the Saint Thomas Church Bookstore. Read more…
Indian Flooding
Posted onAn Appeal for Help. Read more…
The Prayer Shawl Ministry
Posted onWe resume meeting September 25. Read more…
The Rector’s Chronicle: Summer 2018
Posted onCanon Turner reflects on the many departures, arrivals, and new opportunities at Saint Thomas as we approach the new choral season. Read more…
The 18-30’s Ministry
Posted onWe will take a trip to the Hudson Valley on Saturday, September 22, to visit the Storm King Art Center. Read more…
Saint Thomas Yearbook
Posted onThe 2017 Saint Thomas Yearbook has been emailed to active members. Read more…
The Saint Thomas Church Bookstore
Posted onThe Bookstore is having its Grand Reopening on Sunday, September 9, 2018 after the 11:00AM and 4PM service. Please come and see the new location. The 2019 Christian Pocket Calendars are in stock. Read more…
Holiday Worship Schedule
Posted onOn September 3 we observe Labor Day. The Parish Offices are closed and there is a single celebration of the Holy Eucharist at 12:10 p.m. Read more…
Sunday School has resumed
Posted onWe hope that all children and their families had a blessed and wonderful summer break. We look forward to your return. Read more…
Back to School Drive
Posted onSaint Thomas Church is happy to help children of St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church with the gift of much needed backpacks, uniforms and school supplies. Will you donate a backpack stocked with supplies? Read more…
New Associate Rector
Posted onWe are pleased that the Reverend Matthew John Moretz has has joined our clergy staff as Associate Rector. His first Sunday with us will be September 9. Read more…
Verger Position Available
Posted onThe Vergers’ Department is currently seeking a verger following the promotion of the current post-holder to Head Verger. Read more…
18-30’s Ministry trip to Yankee Stadium
Posted onThe 18-30s Ministry will host a trip to Yankee Stadium on Friday, August 17, to see the New York Yankees play the Toronto Blue Jays at 7:05 p.m. Read more…
Chief Ron Spadafora FDNY Memorial Fund
Posted onYou can donate online. Read more…
Restorative Communities
Posted onDiscover the transformative power of this organization for individuals in reentry such as survivors of domestic violence, veterans, persons who are homeless or post-incarcerated persons. Read more…
Summer Worship
Posted onLearn about weekly worship during Summer 2018 at Saint Thomas. Read more…
18-30’s Picnic
Posted onOn Saturday, July 7, the 18-30s Ministry will be hosting a picnic on the Great […]
Puerto Rican Day Parade
Posted onCrossing from East to West & West to East on 5th Avenue will be available at the following cross Streets. 49, 50, 51, 54, 57 & 59th street. Read more…
Outreach Opportunity
Posted onSaint Thomas Church needs volunteers to paint, plant and transform the children’s play area at Saint Margaret’s Episcopal Church in the Bronx. Read more…
Israel Day Parade
Posted onOn the morning of Sunday, June 3, a representative from St Thomas will be at the North East corner of 53rd and 6th & the North East corner of 53rd & 5th Ave to assist with entry into the Church for morning services. Read more…
The 18-30’s Ministry
Posted onThe 18-30’s Ministry is holding their St. John’s Eve Summer Party on June 16 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the home of Jesse Adelaar. Read more…
Holiday worship schedule
Posted onOn May 28, the parish offices will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. There will be a single celebration of the Holy Eucharist at 12:10 p.m. at the War Memorial Chapel in the Narthex. Read more…
The Prayer Shawl Ministry
Posted onThe Prayer Shawl Ministry invites everyone to attend a luncheon on Tuesday, May 22 from
1 to 3 p.m. in the living room of the parish house. Read more…
The Soup Kitchen
Posted onThe Soup Kitchen meets every Saturday morning at 9:30 a.m. in the parish house to prepare
bag lunches for distribution on foot along eight routes in mid-Manhattan beginning at 11 a.m. Read more…
Episcopal Charities Sunday is next Sunday, May 13
Posted onThis Mother’s Day, please give generously to Episcopal Charities so that struggling mothers, and all those who turn to us, will find much needed sustenance and affirmation that others do care. Read more…
A Liturgy of Lamentations
Posted onAn event at 7p.m. on Thursday, May 17 hosted by the Episcopal Diocese of New York commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Read more…
The Prayer Shawl Ministry
Posted onThe next meeting of the Prayer Shawl Ministry will be held on Tuesday, May 8, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the living room of the parish house. Read more…
The Prayer Shawl Ministry
Posted onThe next meeting of the Prayer Shawl Ministry will be held on Tuesday, April 24 from 1 to 3 p.m. in the living room of the parish house. For more information, contact Linda at LMorfi@SaintThomasChurch.org. Read more…
Saint Thomas Book Group
Posted onThe next meeting is on Wednesday, April 18 at 6:30 p.m. in Andrew Hall. We will discuss Walter Miller’s A Canticle for Leibowitz. Read more…
Gifts of hope during Lent 2018
Posted onSaint Thomas Church’s Lenten Fundraiser for Episcopal Relief and Development’s “Gifts for Life” program continues. Read more…
18-30’s Ministry Maundy Thursday Dinner
Posted onIt is a tradition that the 18-30s Ministry (formerly Young Adults Ministry) gathers for dinner at La Bonne Soupe (48 West 55th Street) immediately following the Maundy Thursday service. Read more…
18-30’s Ministry Bible Study
Posted onOn Thursday April 12 there will be a Bible Study with Mother Alison Turner. Read more…
Easter Basket and Clothing Drive
Posted onYou are invited to help to fill Easter baskets and buy clothes to be donated to less fortunate children. Read more…
Easter Flower Donations
Posted onContributions are now being received for Easter Flowers in memory of departed loved ones. The […]
Saint Thomas Book Group
Posted onThe next meeting is on Wednesday, March 14 at 6:30 p.m. in Andrew Hall. We will discuss Herman Melville’s, Bartleby, the Scrivener. Read more…
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Posted onThe next meeting of the Prayer Shawl Ministry will be held on Tuesday, March 13 […]
Palm crosses
Posted onJoin us to make palm crosses on Wednesday, March 21, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Andrew Hall. Read more…
Decorate your Easter hat
Posted onJoin fellow parishioners on Friday, March 16, from 5 to 8 p.m. on the fifth […]
Volunteer Tour Guide Positions
Posted onThe Saint Thomas Tour Guide Group would like to extend an invitation to individuals interested in becoming a tour guide candidate. Read more…
Position Available
Posted onDirector of Administration & Finance to retire. Read more…
Tour Guide Candidates
Posted onThe Saint Thomas Tour Guide Group would like to extend an invitation to individuals interested in becoming a Saint Thomas Tour Guide Candidate. Read more…
Saint Thomas Book Group
Posted onThe next meeting will be Wednesday, February 21 at 6:30 p.m. in Andrew Hall. Read more…
The transformative power of congregations
Posted onA presentation on February 11 at 12:45pm in the living room of the parish house. Read more…
2017 Contribution Statements
Posted onThe Finance and Development Offices expect to have the 2017 Year End Contribution Statements completed […]
Saint Thomas Celebrates Burns Night
Posted onThis event will take place on Thursday, January 25, at 7 p.m. in beautiful Bonnell Hall at Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church. Read more…
Saint Thomas Monthly Book Group
Posted onThe group led by Fr. Spurlock takes up Sir Gawain and the Green Knight on January 24. Read more…
Vestry Election
Posted onThe Annual Election for the Vestry of Saint Thomas Church will be held on December 5, 2017. Read more…
Christmas Flower Donations
Posted onThe Friday, December 1, is the deadline to submit names for this year’s Christmas Flower Memorials. Contributions are now being received for Christmas flowers in memory of departed loved ones. Read more…
Bookstore holiday Schedule
Posted onNote the following schedule for the weeks of November 26 and December 3. Read more…
Choir School Bake Sale 2017 (update)
Posted onOn Sunday, December 3, following the 11 a.m. service, the Choir School Boys are holding the first of three Bake Sales during Coffee Hour in Andrew Hall. Read more…
Advent Wreath Making
Posted onwe are offering an evening of Advent wreath making, which will take place on Wednesday, November 29, from 5 to 8 p.m. Read more…
Remembrance Sunday
Posted onYou are invited to commemorate Remembrance Sunday on November 12 at Saint Thomas Church Fifth Avenue. Read more…
Choir School Bake Sale 2017
Posted onOnce again, as part of its fundraising efforts, the Choir School is offering Thanksgiving pies and cakes for sale. Read more…
Outreach opportunities
Posted onOur series of 20-minute presentations on different forms of outreach continues on Wednesday, November 1, at 6:30 p.m. in Andrew Hall. Read more…
All Souls’ Remembrance 2017
Posted onThis year, the All Souls’ remembrance of the departed friends, relatives, and benefactors of the parish will take place on Thursday, November 2. Read more…
Donations for Hurricane Relief
Posted onSaint Thomas will be making a donation to Episcopal Relief and Development and invites visitors to the website to join with us by adding to this contribution. Read more…
Outreach Opportunities
Posted onPlease join us for a series of short, 20-minute presentations followed by questions and discussion with Episcopal Relief & Development (ERD) and our Fifth Avenue Ecumenical Social Worker. Read more…
The Prayer Shawl Ministry resumes meeting in September
Posted onThe intentional purpose of the Saint Thomas Prayer Shawl group is to gather in Christian fellowship, to knit together, and that the work done by the group should benefit the sick and shut-in and other charitable causes. Read more…
Holiday worship schedule
Posted onOn September 4, we observe Labor Day. The Parish Offices are closed and there is a single celebration of the Holy Eucharist at 12:10 p.m. Read more…
All Saints movie discussion
Posted onJoin us for a discussion on Wednesday, September 6, at 6:30 p.m. in Andrew Hall when Father Spurlock will talk about his family’s experiences at All Saints, Smyrna. Read more…
Saint Thomas goes to the movies
Posted onJoin us for a reception on Wednesday, September 6 at 6:30 p.m. in Andrew Hall when Father Spurlock will tell us about his experiences at All Saints, and how Hollywood interpreted them in the film by the same name. Read more…
School Supplies Drive
Posted onSaint Thomas Church will help send some children in need back to school with much needed backpacks, uniforms, and school supplies. Read more…
The Saint Thomas Bookstore
Posted onThe Bookstore is having a sale on selective books after the 11AM on Sunday, August 13th & 20th. Read more…
The Rector’s Chronicle: Summer 2017
Posted onSaint Thomas Church will continue to be a haven of quiet spirituality throughout the summer. Read more…
The Bookstore
Posted onThe Bookstore will be open on Sunday June 25 after the 11am service and on Monday June 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., then it will be closed for the summer. It will reopen on September 10. Major credit cards are accepted. Read more…
Holiday worship schedule
Posted onOn May 29 the parish offices will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. There will be a single celebration of the Holy Eucharist at 12:10 p.m. Read more…
Spring in Italy
Posted onOn Thursday, June 1, Saint Thomas Church is celebrating the joys of Spring with “Spring in Italy” – an evening of fun, companionship and delicious Italian food. Read more…
Saint Thomas recognized by the Landmarks Conservancy
Posted onOn Thursday evening May 11, Saint Thomas received a Lucy G. Moses Preservation Award for the completion of the restoration of its stained glass windows and the cleaning of its façade. Read more…
Prayer shawl sale
Posted onThe Spring-into-Summer Sale by members of the Prayer Shawl Ministry will be held after the 11 a.m. service on Sunday, June 4, during Coffee Hour in Andrew Hall. Read more…
Sacred Sites weekend tours
Posted onOn Saturday, May 20, and Sunday, May 21, our newly restored windows will be on display as part of the Landmarks Conservancy seventh annual Sacred Sites Open House. Read more…
Informal gathering for hat decorating
Posted onOn Friday, June 2, between 5 and 8 p.m. in the living room of the parish house. Read more…
Episcopal Charities Sunday is May 14
Posted onOn Episcopal Charities Sunday in your parish, please remember our fellow New Yorkers who live with the threat – or reality – of hunger. Read more…
The Prayer Shawl Ministry
Posted onThe next meeting of the Prayer Shawl Ministry will be held on Tuesday, May 23, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the living room of the parish house. Experienced knitters and crocheters are welcome. Read more…
Holy Land Talk
Posted onHoly Land Talk: This event has been postponed to a future date to be announced later. Father Spurlock and his family will present an illustrated talk on their recent pilgrimage to the Holy Land. Read more…
Lecture on the Stained Glass Window Restoration Project
Posted onOn February 26 conservator Julie Sloan presented a lecture on the recently completed stained glass window restoration project. You can watch the slideshow and the audio accompanying each slide from the lecture. Read more…
Saint Thomas Church Flower Guild
Posted onWe’re looking for volunteers. We are looking for people who have some experience with flower-arranging, and also for people to care for the flowers during the week. Read more…
The Prayer Shawl Ministry
Posted onThe next meeting of the Prayer Shawl Ministry will be Tuesday, April 25, from 1 to 3 p.m. Read more…
Rowan Williams during Holy Week
Posted onWe are pleased to welcome to Saint Thomas the Rt. Rev. and Rt. Hon. Rowan Williams, current head of Magdalene College, Cambridge, and former Archbishop of Canterbury. Read more…
Join us in making palm crosses
Posted onWednesday, April 5, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Andrew Hall. Read more…
Easter Basket and Clothing Drive
Posted onAn Easter basket along with an outfit will be donated to children at St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church in the Bronx, as well as to battered women living with their children in a shelter for victims of domestic violence. Read more…
Lenten Sermon Series
Posted onPraying with Holy Men and women. Read more…
The Prayer Shawl Ministry
Posted onThe next Prayer Shawl Ministry meeting will be on Tuesday, March 28. Read more…
The Bookstore
Posted onThe Bookstore, located on the first floor of the parish house, is open following 11am and 4pm services on most Sunday and from 11am-3pm on most Mondays. Read more…
The Prayer Shawl Ministry
Posted onMembers of the Prayer Shawl Ministry will meet on Tuesday, February 28, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the parish house living room. Read more…
Mission Opportunity
Posted onTrinity Church Wall Street engages people in mission with partners in Panama, Burundi, Haiti, New […]
Saint Thomas Church receives Lucy G. Moses Preservation Project Award
Posted onThe Moses Awards are the New York Landmarks Conservancy’s highest honors for outstanding preservation. Read more…
2016 Contribution Statements
Posted onThe Finance and Development Offices expect to have the 2016 Year-End Contribution Statements completed by early February. Read more…
A Prayer Shawl Ministry Reminder
Posted onThis month we will meet a week earlier, on Tuesday, February 7. Read more…
The Prayer Shawl Ministry
Posted onAt our next meeting from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, January 24, in the parish house living room, we will start to plan our Winter-into-Spring Sale. Read more…
Behold, the Glory of Saint Thomas Revealed
Posted onThe scaffolding has been removed from the exterior, revealing the newly repaired and cleaned stonework. Read more…
Prayer Shawl Christmas Sale
Posted onEvery member of the Prayer Shawl Ministry would like to thank all of you who so enthusiastically contributed to our Christmas Sale. Read more…
The Angel Tree
Posted onWill you help us make some Christmas magic for children? Our annual Angel Tree is up in Andrew Hall filled with wishes and needs. Read more…
Christmas Pageant
Posted onThe Saint Thomas Sunday School and Youth Group invite you to attend their annual Christmas pageant on Sunday, December 11, at 1pm. Read more…
Access to Saint Thomas Church on Thanksgiving Day
Posted onBe advised that pedestrian crossing of the Thanksgiving Day Parade will be allowed at 52nd Street and 56 Street. Read more…
Now is the time to think about Christmas Flower Memorials
Posted onContributions are now being received for Christmas flowers in memory of departed loved ones. Read more…
Thanksgiving sweets!
Posted onOnce again, as part of its fundraising efforts, the Choir School is offering Thanksgiving pies and cakes for sale. Read more…
Attention, Prayer Shawl Ministry!
Posted onBecause of the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, there will not be a meeting on Tuesday, November 22. Read more…
The Annual Election for the Vestry of Saint Thomas Church
Posted onThe election will be held on Tuesday, November 29, 2016. Read more…
Quiz Night Victory!
Posted onCongratulations to Team YA-YA’s on their strong showing and their commanding win at the Third Annual Saint Thomas Church Quiz Night! Read more…
Veteran’s Day Worship Schedule
Posted onFriday, November 11, we commemorate Veterans’ Day. The Parish Offices are closed. Read more…
Prayer Shawl Ministry Update
Posted onTuesday, November 8, is Election Day. It is also the day of our next Prayer Shawl Ministry meeting. Read more…
Saint Thomas Young Adults November ’16 update
Posted onThe Young Adults have a number of events planned for November. Read more…
All Souls’ Remembrances 2016
Posted onThis year, the All Souls’ remembrance of the departed friends, relatives, and benefactors of the parish will take place on Wednesday, November 2, when Requiem Masses will be said in the Chantry Chapel at 8am and 12:10, and sung at the High Altar at 5:30pm. Read more…
Holiday Worship Schedule
Posted onOn Monday, October 10, we observe Columbus Day. The parish offices are closed and there is a single celebration of the Holy Eucharist at 12:10pm. Read more…
The Prayer Shawl Ministry
Posted onMembers of the Prayer Shawl Ministry have their first meeting of the year on Tuesday, October 11, from 1 to 3pm. Read more…
The 2017 Annual Appeal
Posted onSunday, October 2, marks the start of the 2017 Annual Appeal, formerly known as the Every Member Canvass. Read more…
Vestry Election
Posted onThe Annual Election for the Vestry of Saint Thomas Church will be held on November 29, 2016. Read more…
The Rector’s Chronicle – September 2016
Posted onThere is a great deal happening at Saint Thomas as the new choral season 2016-17 begins. The Rector’s Chronicle is full of news – everything from education for children and adults to social events to enjoy this Fall. Read more…
Sunday School Resumes September 11
Posted onParents, you are encouraged to enroll your children who are in pre-school through 6th grade for the upcoming Sunday School year at Saint Thomas Church. Read more…
Holiday Worship Schedule
Posted onTomorrow, September 5, we observe Labor Day. Read more…
Holiday Bookstore Schedule
Posted onThe bookstore is closed on Sunday, September 4, and Monday, September 5. Read more…
It is Back to School Time!
Posted onOnce again Saint Thomas Church is providing new backpacks, uniform, and supplies for children in need to help them start the new semester. Read more…
Dress for Success
Posted onThe Dress for Success clothing drive has concluded and was a great success! Read more…
Stained Glass Windows Update
Posted onPhase II of the restoration of our stained glass windows continues! Read more…
The Rector’s Reflection for July 2016
Posted onAs the summer hits the city, Canon Turner reflects on changes of staff at Saint Thomas Church and how new staff will bring diverse gifts and build on a strong foundation. Read more…
Summer Worship
Posted onDaily chantry and Sunday choral services continue throughout the summer season. A new choral season begins after Labor Day (September 5). Read more…
The Rector’s Chronicle
Posted onCanon Turner’s summer chronicle is full of interesting news. There are a number of goodbyes to staff but also expectations for the future. Read more…
Farewell to Father Victor Austin
Posted onFr Austin’s last Sunday at Saint Thomas Church was June 19. He celebrated and preached at the 11am mass. Read more…
“Dress for Success”
Posted onSaint Thomas is initiating a “Dress for Success” program for financially struggling women trying to find employment. Read more…
Church Access on Sunday, June 5
Posted onDue to the Israel Day Parade access to Saint Thomas Fith Avenue will be limited on Sunday, June 5. Read more…
The Every Member Canvass
Posted onIn an effort to conserve time and cost, the Finance and Development Offices will not be sending out First Quarter Statements this year. Read more…
The Prayer Shawl Ministry
Posted onThe last meeting of the season for the stalwart members of the Prayer Shawl Ministry will be held on Tuesday, May 24. Read more…
Prayer Shawl Ministry Spring Sale
Posted onThe Prayer Shawl Ministry will hold its annual Spring Sale on the second floor landing in the parish house during coffee hour after the 11am Festal Eucharist on Sunday, May 1. Read more…
The Prayer Shawl Ministry
Posted onTuesday, April 26, the members of the Prayer Shawl Ministry meet from 1 to 3pm in the parish house living room, feverishly getting ready for next Sunday’s spring sale. Read more…
Announcement of new call and news about classes
Posted onFr Austin will become Theologian-in-residence at the Episcopal Diocese of Dallas and the Church of the Incarnation in Dallas on September 1, 2016. Read more…
The Prayer Shawl Ministry
Posted onThe next meeting of the Prayer Shawl Ministry will be this Tuesday, April 12, from 1 to 3pm in the living room. Read more…
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Posted onThe next meeting of the Prayer Shawl Ministry (which generally meets on the second and fourth Tuesdays) will be Tuesday, April 12, from 1 to 3pm in the living room. Read more…
The Bookstore
Posted onThe Bookstore, located on the first floor of the parish house, is open following both […]
Easter Basket Drive
Posted onWe are beginning to prepare Easter baskets and new clothing for children in need, including children staying with their mothers at a shelter for victims of domestic abuse. Read more…
Easter Flower Memorials 2016
Posted onContributions are now being received for Easter Flowers in memory of departed loved ones. The names of the faithful departed in whose memory the church will be adorned will be listed in the Easter service leaflet. Read more…
The Father John Andrew Memorial Candlesticks
Posted onProgress on the candlesticks being made in memory of Father John Andrew is going very well. Included in this announcement are some photographs of the candlesticks being made from the making of molds to the casting with molten bronze. Read more…
The Prayer Shawl Ministry
Posted onThe next meeting of the Prayer Shawl Ministry will be Tuesday, February 23. Read more…
Worship Schedule for Washington’s Birthday
Posted onOn Monday, February 15, the Parish Offices will be closed in observance of Washington’s Birthday. There will be a single celebration of the Holy Eucharist at 12:10pm. Read more…
The Experience of Prayer: A Class in Four Parts
Posted onThis four part class taught by Fathers Turner and Spurlock, and Brett Moore and Kari Kristina Reeves continues this Thursday, January 28, with a session on healing prayer. Read more…
The Prayer Shawl Ministry
Posted onThe next meeting of the Prayer Shawl Ministry (which generally meets on the second and […]
The Christmas Angel Tree
Posted onThank you to all who contributed towards our very successful Christmas Angel Tree. Read more…
Cornelius Roosevelt Duffie Guild Guest Lecture
Posted onSean McFate, Choir School Graduate ’84 and Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council and Associate […]
Weekly Bible Study
Posted onFriday at 12:45pm, Father Spurlock leads a Bible study on the second floor of the parish house. The group is working through the Gospel according to Saint Luke. Read more…
The Prayer Shawl Ministry’s First 2016 Meeting
Posted onThe Prayer Shawl Ministry will hold its first meeting of 2016 on Tuesday, January 12, from 1 to 3pm in the living room of the parish house. Read more…
Year-end contributions to Saint Thomas Church and Choir School
Posted onAs the New Year fast approaches and you consider your year-end gifts, please remember Saint […]
Year-End Contributions
Posted onYear-end contributions to Saint Thomas Church and Choir School. As the New Year fast approaches and you consider your year-end gifts, please remember Saint Thomas Church and Choir School. Read more…
The Prayer Shawl Ministry’s Final 2015 Meeting
Posted onThe Prayer Shawl Ministry will hold its last meeting of 2015 on Tuesday, December 8, from 1 to 3pm in the living room of the parish house. Read more…
Christmas Flower Memorials
Posted onContributions are now being received for Christmas flowers in memory of departed loved ones and as thank offerings. Read more…
The Prayer Shawl Ministry
Posted onA huge thank you from the members of the Prayer Shawl Ministry to everyone who helped make our Christmas Sale such a success. Read more…
Thanksgiving Worship Schedule
Posted onThe Parish Offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 26 and 27, in observance of the Thanksgiving weekend. Read more…
Christmas Tree Sale
Posted onThe Prayer Shawl Ministry’s annual Christmas Sale will be held after the 11am service this Sunday, November 22. Read more…
The Annual Election for the Vestry of Saint Thomas Church
Posted onThe elections will be held on Tuesday, December 1, 2015. Read more…
Bible Study
Posted onBeginning Friday afternoon, November 13, and continuing most every Friday throughout the year, Father Spurlock will offer a straight-forward bible study. Read more…
Thanksgiving Choir School Pie and Cake Sale
Posted onOnce again, as part of its fundraising efforts, the Choir School is offering Thanksgiving pies and cakes for sale. Read more…
The Prayer Shawl Ministry
Posted onThe knitting group will meet this Tuesday, November 10 at 1 p.m. in the parish house living room to prepare for its annual Christmas Sale which will be held after the 11 a.m. service on Sunday, November 22. Read more…
The Annual Election for the Vestry of Saint Thomas Church
Posted onThe election will be held on Tuesday, December 1, 2015. Read more…
The 2016 Every Member Canvass is in its fifth week
Posted onIn celebration of the support we have received from pledging parishioners, the Committee invites you to a special Coffee Hour in Andrew Hall immediately following the 11am service on Sunday, November 1. Read more…
All Souls’ Remembrances 2015
Posted onThis year, the All Souls’ remembrance of the departed friends, relatives, and benefactors of the parish will take place on Monday, November 2, at 8am, 12:10 and 5:30pm, when Requiem Masses will be said in the Chantry Chapel. Read more…
Now it can be told!
Posted onThe Prayer Shawl Ministry’s annual Christmas Sale will be held after the 11 a.m. service on Sunday, November 22. Read more…
The 2016 Every Member Canvass is in its fourth week
Posted onWe thank all of the parishioners who have made a pledge to support Saint Thomas in the coming year. Father Turner has challenged all of us to think about what Saint Thomas means to us and how important it is in our lives. Read more…
The Prayer Shawl Ministry
Posted onThe knitting group will gather in the living room of the parish house on Tuesday, October 27, from 1 to 3pm. Read more…
The 2016 Every Member Canvass is in its third week
Posted onThe response to the 2016 EMC from the parish has been very strong. If you have pledged, thank you. If not, please join us in supporting Saint Thomas and its mission by giving back a percentage of what you have been given. Read more…
The Every Member Canvass is in its Second Week
Posted onIf you have pledged, thank you. If not, please join us in supporting Saint Thomas and its mission by giving back a percentage of what you have been given. Read more…
Prayer Shawl Ministry Update
Posted onThis knitting and crocheting group will meet this Tuesday, October 13, from 1 to 3pm in the parish house living room to set up their projects for this year. Read more…
Columbus Day Worship Schedule
Posted onOn October 12, we observe Columbus Day. The parish offices are closed and there is a single celebration of the Holy Eucharist at 12:10pm. Read more…
The Annual Election for the Vestry of Saint Thomas Church
Posted onThis election will be held on Tuesday, December 1, 2015. Members of the parish are encouraged to suggest candidates for consideration to any member of the Nominating Committee on or before Sunday, October 11, 2015. Read more…
The 2016 Every Member Canvass Begins
Posted onThis Sunday marks the start of the 2016 Every Member Canvass. Please help us make our canvass the most successful ever by pledging now. Read more…
Evening Worship on Thursday, September 24
Posted onFollowing advice from the NYPD concerning restrictions of movement around 5th Avenue and W53rd Street due to the visit of Pope Francis, we are cancelling the 5:30pm mass this evening. Read more…
It is Back to School Time
Posted onOnce again Saint Thomas Church is providing new backpacks, uniforms and supplies for children in need. Read more…
Holiday Worship Schedule
Posted onThis Friday, July 3, the Parish Offices will be closed in observance of Independence Day. Read more…
Sunday Access during Parades
Posted onNew, streamlined rules have been put in place to allow parishioners easy access to Saint Thomas Church during major parades and other events on Sundays. Read more…
Security for Puerto Rican Day Parade
Posted onGet important information on how to access Saint Thomas Church on Sunday, June 14. Read more…
Security for Israel Day Parade
Posted onGet information about accessing the church for services on Sunday, May 31. Read more…
The Prayer Shawl Ministry Closes out the Season
Posted onThe final meeting of the season for the Prayer Shawl Ministry will be this Tuesday, May
26 from 1 to 3pm in the Living Room of the Parish House. Read more…
Nepal Earthquake Donations
Posted onDonations for Earthquake in Nepal: Saint Thomas will be making a donation to Save The Children for their Nepal Earthquake Children’s Relief Fund. Read more…
Prayer Shawl Ministry Update
Posted onThe knitting group’s spring sale is this coming Sunday, May 17, and their final meeting is on Tuesday, May 26. Read more…
Commencement Exercises
Posted onThe Graduation Ceremonies will be held at the Church on Saturday, June 6, at 11am, with a reception to follow in Andrew Hall. Read more…
The Flora and Fauna of Saint Thomas Church
Posted onLast month Fr Spurlock presented an illustrated talk on the wildlife to be found depicted in the stone, wood, and glass of Saint Thomas Church. Audio and images from the lecture are now available. Read more…
Episcopal Charities Sunday
Posted onEpiscopal Charities Sunday is May 10. Saint Thomas will be sending the loose plate collection on May 10 to support this program. Read more…
Prayer Shawl Spring Sale
Posted onThe Prayer Shawl Ministry is pleased to announce that the date of our big Spring Sale is Sunday, May 17, following the 11am service. Read more…
Jazz at the Rectory
Posted onOn Friday, May 15, at 7:30 p.m., you are invited to an evening of delicious dining, gracious hospitality, and “all that jazz.” Read more…
Eastertide Rector’s Chronicle Now Available
Posted onFr Turner publishes his first chronicle as Rector. Read more…
Easter Flowers
Posted onContributions are now being received for Easter Flowers in memory of departed loved ones. Read more…
Easter Basket Drive
Posted onWe are beginning to prepare Easter baskets to include candy and new clothing for children in need. Read more…
The Prayer Shawl Ministry
Posted onThe next meeting will be Tuesday, March 10 from 1:00 to 3:00pm in the living room of the Parish House. Read more…
Book Discussion
Posted onThis Wednesday, March 4, there will be a discussion of the book The Color of Christ: The Son of God and the Saga of Race in America, co-authored by Edward J. Blum and Paul Harvey. Read more…
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Posted onThis knitting group’s next meeting is on Tuesday, February 24. Read more…
2014 Contribution Statements
Posted onPlease know how appreciative we are of your contributions to Saint Thomas Church and Choir School in 2014. Read more…
Quiz Night at Saint Thomas!
Posted onOn Thursday, January 22, we held the “Rector’s Grand Quiz Night.” Read more…
Angel Tree Donations
Posted onOur annual Angel Tree helps children in need. Sunday, December 14, is the deadline to drop gifts off at the Parish House. Read more…
Prayer Shawl Sale
Posted onThe Prayer Shawl Ministry’s Christmas sale takes place during coffee hour following the 11am service this morning in the second floor landing of the Parish House. Read more…
Christmas Pageant on Sunday, December 14
Posted onThe youth of Saint Thomas reprise A Medieval Christmas, based on the York Mystery Plays. Read more…
Angel Tree 2014
Posted onBring gifts or make a monetary contribution by Sunday, December 14. Read more…
Annual Vestry Elections
Posted onThe annual election for the Vestry of Saint Thomas Church will be held on Tuesday, December 2, 2014. Read more…
Thanksgiving Pies and Cakes!
Posted onthe Choir School is offering Thanksgiving pies and cakes for sale. Read more…
Choir School Bake Sale 2014
Posted onThe Choir School Boys are holding a Bake Sale on November 23. Read more…
Thanksgiving Week Worship Schedule
Posted onIn observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday weekly services are altered slightly. Read more…
Christmas Flower Memorials
Posted onContributions are now being received for Christmas flowers in memory of departed loved ones and as thanks offerings. Read more…
Thanksgiving Baked Goods!
Posted onThe Choir School is offering Thanksgiving pies and cakes. You can place your order at the reception desk of the parish House. Read more…
Fr Mead’s homily for Fr Andrew
Posted onTranscripts and an audio file of Fr Mead’s homily at Fr John Andrew’s funeral are now available Read more…
2015 Every Member Canvass Week 6 Update
Posted onThank you to the many parishioners who have already pledged. When you pledge you help Saint Thomas further its important outreach programs. Read more…
Updates to Fr Andrew’s History Page
Posted onInformation and photographs relating to Fr Andrew and his rectorship have been uploaded to this website. Read more…
2015 Every Member Canvass Week 5 Update
Posted onOn Sunday, November 2, the 2015 Every Member Canvass enters its fifth week and we need support from our online community! Read more…
Father Andrew Remembrances
Posted onShare your fondest memories of our XI Rector with us. Read more…
All Souls’ Remembrance 2014
Posted onService at 12:10 pm on Monday, November 3. Read more…
Standard Time Returns
Posted onPlease remember to set your clocks back one hour next Saturday evening, November 1, as Standard Time returns. Read more…
2015 Every Member Canvass Week 4 Update
Posted onWe are almost at the midpoint of the active phase of the 2015 EMC. Join us for a special coffee hour this Sunday, October 26, after the 11am service. Read more…
Father John Andrew, XI Rector, died peacefully on Friday, 17th October 2014.
Posted onThe Reverend Canon John Andrew, faithful priest and XI Rector of Saint Thomas Church Fifth Avenue, entered into glory at 5:20am (EDT) on Friday, 17th October 2014 at New York Presbyterian Hospital. Read more…
The Passing of the Reverend Gary Fertig
Posted onRecently, we received the news that the Rev’d Gary Fertig, long-time Saint Thomas curate under […]
Every Member Canvass Update
Posted onThe 2015 EMC, which Fr Turner reminds us could also stand for Every Member Counts, entered it’s third week on Sunday. Read more…
Worship Schedule for Columbus Day 2014
Posted onOur daily worship schedule will be changed in observance of Columbus Day. Read more…
The 2015 Every Member Canvass is in its Second Week
Posted onIf you have pledged, thank you. If not, please know that a strong EMC is crucial to the financial well-being of the church and choir school. Read more…
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Posted onThe fifth season of the prayer shawl ministry begins this month. Read more…
2015 Every Member Canvass Launches
Posted onLearn more and make your pledge through our website. Read more…
Vestry Election
Posted onElections will be held on Tuesday, December 2, 2014. Read more…
Sale of Air Rights
Posted onTransactions with real estate developer Hines have been completed. Read more…
Requiem for John W. Mazzola
Posted onAt the High Altar on Tuesday, July 29, at 10:30am. Read more…
Fr Mead Retires; the Parish is Strong
Posted onFr Mead’s final Sunday as XII Rector of Saint Thomas is June 29, the Feast of Saint Peter and Saint Paul. Read more…
Rector’s Book Sale
Posted onThe Meads’ books are on sale in Andrew Hall on Sundays, beginning June 29th, during coffee hour. Read more…
Ira Lippke’s Photo Exhibit Ends June 29
Posted onIra Lippke’s photographic exploration of Saint Thomas can be seen in Andrew Hall through June 29. Prints may be purchased. Proceeds benefit the restoration of the stained glass windows. Read more…
Worship Schedule for Independence Day
Posted onThis Friday, July 4, the Parish Offices will be closed in observance of Independence Day. […]
Now Available: Transcripts and Audio Webcast from the May 30 Centennial Event
Posted onThis event also served as a farewell to the Meads. Fr Mead retires on July 1. Read more…
Call of the XIII Rector of Saint Thomas Church
Posted onThe Rev’d Canon Carl Francis Turner has been elected as XIII Rector of Saint Thomas Church. Read more…
Centennial Lecture on May 1: Saint Thomas Architecture
Posted onInge Reist gives a free lecture on the neo-gothic design and structure of Saint Thomas Church Fifth Avenue. Read more…
Easter Drive
Posted onDonate online for Easter baskets for children staying with their mothers at a shelter for victims of domestic abuse. Read more…
Centennial Lecture Series: The Reredos
Posted onJoin us on Thursday, April 3 at 6:30pm for a free lecture by Lee Whitley on the great reredos of Saint Thomas Church. All are welcome. Read more…
Webcast of the Spring Theology Lecture
Posted onDr Stephen Hildebrand shares insights from the Early Church on whether Christians should sell everything and give the proceeds to the poor. Read more…
A Centennial Play on February 21
Posted onThis staged reading of a new play, Redeem the Time, by parishioner Lucky Gold is part of our celebration of the centennial of the church building. All are invited to this free event. Read more…
Rector’s Christian Doctrine Class Begins January 14
Posted onFr Mead’s leads his final class as Rector of Saint Thomas Church Read more…
Sunday School Resumes on January 5
Posted onMerry Christmas and Happy New Year to all our youth. Read more…
Christmas Pageant on December 15
Posted onThis year, the Saint Thomas Youth go medieval. Read more…
New Website Launches Today
Posted onNew design, with much more content on the way. Read more…
Christmas Flower Memorials
Posted onDonate by check or online with a credit card. Read more…
The Second Centennial Display
Posted onDesign of the Fourth Church, 1906-1910 Read more…
Centennial Lecture about Fifth Avenue
Posted onBarry Lewis, architectural historian, gives a free lecture on Thursday, November 14 at 6:30pm, as part of our Centennial celebration. Read more…
Branching out to Babies
Posted onJoin us as we knit prayer shawls…and baptismal blankets, too! Read more…
Phone Lines Restored
Posted onAll phone lines are now back up. Feel free to call. Read more…
Good Books & Good Talk: Our Lady of Alice Bhatti
Posted onJoin us on October 28 at 6:15pm as we discuss this work by Mohammed Hanif. Read more…
Centennial Hymn Sing on September 26
Posted onThis event is now full. Reservations are no longer accepted. Read more…
September Rector’s Chronicle Now Available
Posted onAs he begins his final choral season as Rector of Saint Thomas Church, Fr Mead […]
Centennial Celebration
Posted onJoin us for special events extending from September through May. Read more…
Sunday School Resumes September 8
Posted onBack together after a summer apart. Read more…
Fr Mead to Retire in 2014
Posted onDark and dreary is the day, when the Rector goes away. Read more…
Archived Articles
Relevanssi Test Post
Posted onAssociate Organist Position Available
Posted onFollowing the appointment of Benjamin Sheen as Sub Organist at Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford, the Rector and Vestry of Saint Thomas Church are seeking to appoint an Associate Organist to work alongside Dr. Jeremy Filsell (Organist and Director of Music) and Nicholas Quardokus (Assistant Organist). Read more…
The William R. Miller Grand Organ Recital
Posted onOn Friday, September 27, at 7 p.m., Concerts at Saint Thomas opens its season with The William R. Miller Grand Organ Recital played by Jeremy Filsell. Read more…
Work on the Miller-Scott Organ
Posted onYou may notice that workers are once again active inside the Miller-Scott Organ. Over the […]
Benjamin Sheen Accepts New Post
Posted onI am pleased to announce happy news for Benjamin Sheen, our Associate Organist. He has […]
New Assistant Organist Called
Posted onWe are pleased to announce the appointment of Nicholas Quardokus as Assistant Organist, to work with Jeremy Filsell and Benjamin Sheen. Read more…
MUSIC FOR THE CHURCH
Posted onThe 46th Annual Conference for Choirmasters and Organists runs from April 29 through May 1, 2019. Read more…
Concerts at Saint Thomas Concludes the 2018-2019 Choral Season
Posted onThe final concert of the choral season will be on April 11. Read more…
Church Hours for February 20 and 21
Posted onDue to inclement weather Saint Tomas Church will close at 3pm today, Wednesday February 20, and reopen at 11am on Thursday, February 21. Read more…
Evensong on February 20th has been cancelled
Posted onTonight’s 5:30pm Evensong service has been cancelled. We will update this website with any further schedule changes. Read more…
