Recent Happenings

163^rd Diocesan Council — February 10-11, 2012

St. Thomas, St. Andrews' & St. Francis served as host parishes for the 163^rd Council of the Diocese of Texas at the Brazos County Expo Center. Volunteers from all parishes and St. Michael's Episcopal School turned out in force to help approximately 1000 Episcopalians with parking, registration, exhibits, the business meeting & more. [ photos… ]

St. Thomas Parish Meeting — January 22, 2012

Over 150 parishioners joined in a joint worship service, followed by a brunch and the Annual Parish Meeting. This was the first Parish Meeting for our new staff members, Jordan Smith & Rachel Graves. Another highlight was the announcement of a gift for restoration of the Historic Chapel, and David Woodcock's report on the process. [ photos… ]

King Tut @ Museum of Fine Arts, Houston — January 14, 2012

Over 50 parishioners of all ages climbed in a bus and traveled to Houston for the "Tutankhamun: The Golden King and the Great Pharaohs" exhibit at the Museum of Fine Arts. We shared the experience of the magnificent exhibit, then box lunches in the cafeteria. [ photos… ]

2011: A Year at St. Thomas

The Installation of Rev. Rhoda as our Rector … First Women's Retreat … Welcoming Jordan Smith as Youth Director … Vacation Bible Camp … Summer Fun & Outreach … Convivencia (9/11) Concert … Ave Maria Concert … Starting the Mobile Food Pantry … Christmas Pageant … & more [ Slide Show… ]

Children's Christmas Pageant — Dec 24, 2011

Once again, our children celebrated the birth of Jesus with a pageant at the Christmas Eve Family Worship Service. Angels, Shepherds, Donkeys & Sheep welcomed Mary, Joseph & the Christ child.
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Advent at St. Thomas — Nov 27 - Dec 24, 2011

Advent is a season for reflection, prayer, and study. During Advent, Christians throughout the world wait, and watch and hope. The popular culture may be focused on Christmas and shopping, but the Church takes time to listen & prepare through intentional reflection. This Advent Season, St. Thomas offered multiple opportunities for meditation, prayer, book study & musical oases [ photos… ]

Community Thanksgiving Worship & Dinner — Nov 22, 2011

St. Thomas hosted a Community Thanksgiving Worship with St. Francis, St. Andrews' and Our Savior Lutheran churches. The worship service was followed by a Pot Luck dinner in the Parish Hall. [ photos… ]

Youth 5^th Quarter Event — Oct 7, 2011

Following the Bryan vs. A&M Consolidated Crosstown Rivalry at Kyle Field, the high school youth & their friends gathered for a 5^th Quarter Party. Sumo Wrestling, Big Glove Boxing & Inflatable Fun House. [ photos …]

Ave Maria Concert by the Houston Chamber Choir — Sep 18, 2011

The Houston Chamber Choir presented Ave Maria: Music of Devotion to Our Lady. Mary's journey from humble maiden to grieving mother has inspired composers throughout the centuries - and it was the heart of the Houston Chamber Choir's concert. [ photos …]

Mobile Food Pantry — Sep 17, 2011

St. Thomas has joined with other area churches and the Brazos Valley Food Bank to offer food to an underserved section of Brazos County. The food pantry operates at Cypress Grove School on the 3rd Saturday of every month. Meet at St. Thomas @ 10:00AM. To find out how you can help contact Lorrie Dysart. [ photos …]

Convivencia:  The Three Worlds of Medieval/Renaissance Spain — Sep 11, 2011

St. Thomas joined with Institute of Interfaith Dialog, Hillel Foundation, & Raindrop Turkish House to commemorated the 10^th Anniversary of 9/11 with a concert by the Texas Early Music Project, an art display & reception. [ photos …]

Ministry Fair & Baptism — Aug 28, 2011

There are many ways to be involved at St. Thomas; this is a great time to sign up & jump in. We splashed into fall with a Water Slide, Kiddie Pool, Prize, & Food. As a bonus, we baptized a new member of the Christian family.
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