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.

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 is also accessible during these times.

Lent, Holy Week, and Easter 2024

You are very welcome to join us for this important season of reflection, prayer, penitence and joy as we prepare for the resurrection of Jesus at Easter.The programme of worship and activities can be downloaded here.


Sunday Eucharists are in the Parish Hall until Palm Sunday at 10.30am, when we return to the Church waving our blessed palms to begin Holy Week. The Service begins in the Hall with the reading of the Palm Gospel.

Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday of Holy Week
there is a 10am Mass with short address and a 7pm devotion via Zoom of Lectio Divina.
Please see these Guidelines for the evenings.
and the Zoom link is here

The Triduum
Please see the programme above for detailed timings on Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday.

EASTER DAY
10.30 Sung Eucharist in Church, with Blessing of the Easter Garden, Renewal of Baptismal Vows,
and (all being well) some Easter eggs

Warm Space

Warm Space is open in the church hall every Thursday 3-5pm, offering a friendly welcome and free refreshments for all.

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

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Worship

We hold a Sunday Eucharistic service at 10.30 as well as a more traditional Eucharist each Wednesday at 10am.

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Services

If you would like to know any more information about Baptism, Weddings or Funerals please look at our Services page.

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What's On?

We have a number of events throughout the month, the majority of which are regularly repeated.

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Contact

The Clergy are happy to answer any questions you may have. Please get in touch through the contact page.

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.