The First Sunday In Lent
Almighty God, whose blessed Son was led by the Spirit to be tempted of Satan; Make speed to help thy servants who are assaulted by manifold temptations; and, as thou knowest their several infirmities, let each one find thee mighty to save; through Jesus Christ thy Son our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
7:15 a.m.-6:30 p.m. | Saint Thomas Church
Saint Thomas Church is open to the public from 8:30am-6:30pm, Mondays through Fridays, and 10:00am-4:00pm on Saturdays. Our Sunday hours are determined by our service and events schedule.
7:45 a.m. | The Chantry Chapel
This is a brief, Rite I mass celebrated in the chapel to your left as you enter the church.
9:00 a.m. | The Chancel
This service is especially suitable for children and families.
9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. | Parish House, 3rd Floor
Parents are welcome to access the Nursery with their baby or toddler throughout the year.
10:00 a.m. | Parish House, Living Room
We hope that you will join us for a time of fellowship.
10:00 a.m. | Parish House, 3rd Floor
Sunday School runs during the academic year from mid-September through June with special celebrations throughout the year and occasional breaks for holidays.
10:00 a.m.-10:40 a.m. | Parish House, Dining Room
Faith Alive is open to ages 10-14 and is offered three Sundays a month during the academic year from 10 a.m. – 10:40 a.m. following the 9 a.m. Mass.
10:00 a.m.-10:45 a.m. | Parish House, 5th Floor, and via Zoom
This talk is part of the 2024 Bicentennial Historical Lectures and is led by the Rt. Rev. R. William Franklin, Union Theological Seminary (NYC) and Assisting Bishop of the Diocese of Long Island.
11:00 a.m. | High Altar
Sung by the Gentlemen of the Choir. Sermon by Fr. Gonzalez-Grissom.
12:30 p.m. | The Narthex
We hope that you will join us for a time of fellowship.
12:30 p.m. | Saint Thomas Church
This free tour of the Church begins in the narthex following the 11am Service.
Art in the Service of Faith
12:30 p.m.-4:00 p.m. | Saint Thomas Church
This professionally-curated exhibition traces the history of Saint Thomas Church through the building, decoration, and consecration of four church buildings. Barring special events and curtailed hours for the church the exhibition will be open during the following times: 1 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. on Monday-Friday, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. on Saturday, and 12:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. on Sunday.
12:30 p.m.-2:00 p.m. | Parish House, Dining Room
You're cordially invited to immerse yourself in the rich traditions and cultural festivities of the Pan-Asian community as we welcome the Year of 2024 with joy and unity.
4:00 p.m. | High Altar
Today's sermon is preached by the Rev. Dr. Luigi Gioia, Theologian in Residence, and is the first installment of our Lenten sermon series “Lord, teach us to pray” - former clergy of Saint Thomas explore patterns of prayer. Fr. Gioia will preach on "Prayer - The Heart in Pilgrimage".
Alexander Ffinch, organ - Cheltenham, United Kingdom
5:15 p.m. | Saint Thomas Church
The Sunday Recital Series is free and open to the public. Usually starting at approximately 5:15 p.m., it follows the 4pm service on most Sundays during the academic term.