Source: Site Page, //organizations/st-thomas-oriental/index.html (GUID page-3189892)

Key points

• Presents st-thomas as a "Spirit-Filled Community on the Move" in a phase of growth and renewal.
• Currently without a settled minister; a search committee is prayerfully seeking a new minister. See clergy-transition.
• Describes itself as a "hands-on" parish: the Holy Spirit works through mutual care, community outreach, and lay leaders.
• Welcomes suggestions from prospective parishioners and values the voices of longtime members.

Themes

• Faith in Action: long-standing tradition of outreach and care as a servant-hearted presence in the community.
• Empowered ministry: members participate in and lead visiting and lay-led services, and make home visits.
• A Place to Develop: a growing community where people are loved, respected, and motivated.

Collect for the Search

A prayer asking God for discernment, patience, and perseverance in the transition. It asks for a priest who embodies Christ's love, for mutual trust, respect, courage, and foresight, and for guidance for the vestry and search team.

Related

• page-3192121, page-3192120 (outreach)
• page-3192131 (identity and worship)
• page-3183490 (history)