Welcome
Our Mission is to be a church community that is welcoming, outward-looking and outward-reaching, rooted in prayer and worship.
We are an inclusive Anglican Church in the Catholic Tradition on the West side of the River Exe in Exeter. You are very welcome to join us at any of our services and events - please see 'What's On?' for details or explore our website and find out more about us and our team.
Our Worship
We meet in the church for Sung Eucharist at 10:30am on Sunday.
During the season of ADVENT, we will be meeting in the Hall behind the Church, so that we can keep a bit warmer. Other services continue in Church as do the daily opening times.
Additionally during Advent, there is a short and simple service on Sunday evenings at 5pm via the zoom link here,
with this service sheet to download.
You are welcome to join us at any of these services to help us to meet Jesus at Christmas.
There is also a traditional service of Holy Communion in church every Wednesday at 10am.
More information, including prayers and readings for the day, can be found on the pewsheet, via the tab above.
The church is open from 10-3 Monday to Friday for anyone who would like to light a candle or say a prayer. [The Community Fridge has now moved to LoveFood at 95 Cowick Street.]
Community Larder
In the wider community, we have joined together with local ministers from St Thomas Methodist Church, St Thomas Baptist Church and Riverside, and with many other local representatives to establish a Community Larder. The Community Larder supports people and families who are experiencing reduced incomes or who face challenging circumstances. Donations can be brought to church on Sunday mornings.
Finance & Fundraising
The church receives no central funding, so we are grateful for all forms of support, including financial.
To donate online please follow this link to our fundraising page.
You can find details of contributing to the restoration of St Thomas Church by joining the 200 Club monthly draw
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDING INFORMATION
The Parish of Exeter: St Thomas is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults.
We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies. Our Parish Safeguarding Officers are:
Carolyn Bryant on 07780 707183 and Jane Vowles on 07759 263410
This is our parish safeguarding PRAYER
The Diocese of Exeter's safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs.
If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA.
If you have immediate concerns about someone's safety, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.
If you are a young person and you feel unhappy about something happening to you, you can call Childline on 0800 11 11
We would like to highlight the following service for people experiencing Domestic Abuse
Devon Domestic Abuse Service Tel: 0345 155 1074
Worship
We hold a Sunday Eucharistic service at 10.30 as well as a more traditional Eucharist each Wednesday at 10am.
What's On?
We have a number of events throughout the month, the majority of which are regularly repeated.
What's On?
We have a range of events and activities that take place during the week, as well as occasional one off special events. The details can be found below. Click here to see more.