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Labyrinth

The outdoor labyrinth is located in the natural area on the left side of the drive at 2100 Hilton Avenue that leads into the church. The area is within a residential neighborhood. The labyrinth is wheelchair accessible with a paved path to the site. In the natural area closer to the church is a Peace and Pet Memorial Garden that you may also visit.

A waterproof box is located ne…

The Windows of St. Thomas

The stained glass windows in the nave of St. Thomas depict major scenes from The Old and New Testaments. There are six main window panels, three on each side of the nave, with each panel depicting five different biblical scenes.

The scenes run chronologically through stories of scripture. The Old Testament scenes begin with Creation and end with Daniel in the Lion's Den, and…

Our Building & Grounds

The Nave or Sanctuary is our setting for worship but is also a beautiful place to pray and find reminders of the story of God's love for you. The words over the altar, Dominus Meus Et Deus Meus, are Latin for My Lord and My God which was a response attributed to Thomas, the doubting, disciple. The needlepoint in the sanctuary is by Margaret Baird, a beloved founder of the parish…

Pet Memorial Garden

Pet Memorial at the Peace Garden

Purpose

The pet memorial garden is a garden for the remembrance of our beloved pets. It provides a permanent resting place for the pets who live on in our memories and in our hearts. It is a place to give thanks to God for the companionship of beloved animals and to commit ourselves to care for all of God's creatures.

Bricks

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Wednesday Evening Eucharist
Wednesday, Sep 28, 2022, 5:30 PM
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Wonderful Wednesdays October & November
Wednesday, Sep 28, 2022, 6:15 PM
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Pet Blessing at Lakebottom
Saturday, Oct 01, 2022, 4:00 PM
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8:30 Worship
Sunday, Oct 02, 2022, 8:30 AM
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Children's Chapel
Sunday, Oct 02, 2022, 10:30 AM
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10:30 Worship
Sunday, Oct 02, 2022, 10:30 AM
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Parish Hall Service
Sunday, Oct 02, 2022, 10:30 AM
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Altar Flowers Sign Up
Sunday, Oct 02, 2022, 12:00 PM
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Prayer Group
Monday, Oct 03, 2022, 10:30 AM
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Wednesday Evening Programming
Wednesday, Oct 05, 2022, 12:00 PM
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Confirmation and Reception into the Episcopal Church

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Many Voices: Sermons in October

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Exciting Annoucement! Clergy & Staff Update!

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Baptism Gallery

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Wednesday Word from Rev. Grace: General Convention Update

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We are a church of loving, committed and searching Christians who value diversity and cherish the gifts of young and old alike. We welcome ALL God’s children into our sacramental community, respecting the dignity of every person as we are called to a ministry of reconciliation and inclusion. You are welcome here as God’s own.

Like the apostle Thomas, we encounter the risen Christ in our lives together and find ourselves transformed.

We invite you to worship, learn, and serve with us!

We know finding a church can be hard. We were all new to St. Thomas once, so let us tell you a little about ourselves.

We are named for the apostle Thomas, whose life was changed when he encountered the risen Christ. His confession of faith, “My Lord and my God,” is printed above our altar.

Like Thomas, we encounter the risen Christ in our life together and find our lives transformed. We invite you to worship, learn, and serve with us.

St. Thomas was founded in 1958 and is a congregation of about 400-600 people. A few folks have been here for a long time, but a lot of us are newcomers! Some of us grew up as Episcopalians, some of us came from other Christian traditions, and some of us have no religious background at all!

Welcome! We're delighted you've decided to join St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Columbus, Georgia. We look forward to being in touch with you.

Contact Patty in the church office at [email protected] with questions.

Joining St. Thomas

The pandemic taught us a lot about preventing the spread of disease when we gather. Read the current practices at St. Thomas by clicking on the button below. Our Vestry reviews and updates these each month.

We are grateful for God’s provision through all who give to St. Thomas.

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For a one-time gift, you will be asked to load a form of payment to be debited when you make your gift. You can log in to your St. Thomas Member Portal account to give or view past gifts.

Everyone plays a part in creating our beautiful life of worship, learning, and service through St. Thomas.

What part will you play in the coming year?
Our Ministry Sign-up Form highlights ways to participate and serve in the life of St. Thomas over the next year. Please review prayerfully. Mark the things you are already doing and wish to continue along with the activities you would like to join for the next year.

Thank you for for the part you play in the beautiful tapestry that is St. Thomas as we worship, learn, serve and gather together.

Click here for the 2022-2023 Ministry Sign-Up Form.

Our arms have always been open to all. Let’s open them wider! Your annual pledge supports St. Thomas as we Begin Anew! With your support we can:

Provide the stability of a full-time leader for youth and young adults.
Welcome families of youth looking for a church home.
Continue to adapt to support new ways to share, communicate, and gather.
Use our new website and media resources to welcome ALL God’s children.

Make a Pledge Learn More About Stewardship

We invite gifts for our Continuing Faithfulness Capital Fund. Significant roof and HVAC maintenance will be needed in the next few years, as well as routine maintenance on the nave windows. We are building up this fund in order to be ready to address these needs as they arise. If you are able to make a gift above and beyond your annual pledge, consider giving to this fund.

The pet memorial garden is a garden for the remembrance of our beloved pets. It provides a permanent resting place for the pets who live on in our memories and in our hearts. It is a place to give thanks to God for the companionship of beloved animals and to commit ourselves to care for all of God’s creatures. Engraved bricks are arranged in the garden around the cross. Engraved bricks are available for purchase as a permanent way to remember your pet. The fee covers, the brick, installation of the brick, maintenance of the garden, and a donation to PAWS Humane Society of Columbus, Georgia.

Learn More Brick Order Form