Community Ministries

At St. Thomas, we don’t just gather—we grow together. Our parish is a vibrant tapestry of individuals who bring their hearts, hands, and hopes to this community. Whether through worship, volunteer service, or fellowship, each person finds their own meaningful way to support and strengthen our shared life in Christ. We are more than a congregation—we are a family, and there’s always room at the table.

Vivian Moré Cortinas, Senior Warden

Altar Guild

The Altar Guild sets up the altar for every service held at St. Thomas, including baptisms, weddings, and funerals as well as Sunday and weekday Eucharists ensuring that all items used in our worship, from candles to linens to flowers, are carefully and lovingly prepared. Participation in the Altar Guild is a particularly special way of serving God here at St. Thomas.

Contact: Pam Normandia pnormandia@bellsouth.net

Choir

Our superb choir sings a fine repertoire of Anglican anthems, psalms, spirituals, motets and service music both traditional and contemporary. Our choir is well-known and respected in the community for its fine singing and musicianship. The Parish Choir regularly provides music for the 10:15 A.M. Sunday Choral Eucharist Services. In addition, the choir performs in concerts and extra services, both within the Parish and beyond. The Choir is mainly comprised of volunteers, who are supported by Staff Singers. Although not necessary, some previous choral experience is desired.

Contact: Music Director Dr. Eugene A. Greco egreco@stepsmia.org

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Pastoral Care

Pastoral Care is provided for the parish by a team that includes all clergy members plus volunteer lay people. If you or a parishioner you know needs one of these ministries, contact the person listed with that ministry, or contact the church office. If you are interested in getting involved in one of these ministries, contact the coordinator of that ministry.

Care Team Co-Chairs: John and Ann Rose
Vestry Liaison for Pastoral Care: Dr. Charlie Mitchell

Meals Ministry: Meals to help individuals or families during times of illness, hospitalization of a family member, the birth of a baby, or a death in the family are arranged by this ministry. Contact: Reed Humphery reed.h.humphery@gmail.com

Lay Eucharistic Visitors: Communion from the Reserved Sacrament can be brought to the home, hospital, nursing home, or rehab by a licensed lay person when an individual or family indicates they would desire that. Contact: John and Ann Rose anngrose65@bellsouth.net

Altar Flowers: Altar flowers bring the church into hospital rooms and homes of parishioners who are sick or homebound, or who are celebrating
birthdays, anniversaries, or other occasions. Contact: Nanci Mitchell nancimitchell63@gmail.com

Home Visits: Being homebound can be lonely. Lay people who have received training from the Diocese are available to visit parishioners in homes and in nursing and rehab facilities. Contact: John and Ann Rose anngrose65@bellsouth.net

Caring for the Care Giver: Caring for the Caregiver is a support group for anyone dealing with a loved one who needs assistance in caring
for himself or herself. Meetings on Zoom or in-person provide an opportunity to share ideas. Contact: Mary Lou Shad tom.lulu@att.net

Spiritual Direction: A centuries-old Christian tradition, Spiritual Direction or Spiritual Companionship is a contemplative process of accompanying individuals
on their spiritual journeys, primarily through monthly meetings. Certified lay people at St. Thomas are available. Contact: Ann Rose anngrose65@bellsouth.net

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