No matter who you are, or where you are on your life’s journey, you are welcome here!
St. Thomas United Church of Christ has been part of the Chesterfield community for over 100 years. What began as a small congregation in the historic town of Gumbo has since moved to one of the highest points in St. Louis County.
Visit us “on the hill”, and you’ll experience much more than just a scenic view — expect a big smile and a warm greeting from our welcoming and caring congregation.
Worship Services
We offer several worship opportunities throughout the year. In addition to the services below, we host an annual Vespers evening service in the fall and special events throughout the year, like our annual Pet Blessing.
SUNDAY MORNINGS
You’re invited to worship at 10 a.m. on Sunday mornings. Attend in person or join online via Zoom.
Afterwards, you’re invited to the lower level for fellowship hour where you can get a cup of coffee, a donut or pastry and warm conversation.
OUTDOOR WORSHIP
From Memorial Day through Labor Day, join us for a one-of-a-kind outdoor worship experience in our Garden of Praise at 9 a.m.
Thanks to the volunteers from the congregation who built this worship space, you’ll enjoy a more casual, rustic worship environment on the hillside overlooking wooded acreage of the church property.
EASTER SUNRISE
In addition to our traditional worship service, St. Thomas hosts an outdoor Easter Sunrise Service atop the hill. The service time varies year-to-year and is scheduled just before day-break, providing an incredible view of the sunrise to the east during the service.
CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE
We celebrate the birth of Jesus with a candlelight Christmas Eve service each year. You’re invited to participate in the festivities as we light the Advent candles, add to the nativity and sing traditional Christmas hymns.
ST THOMAS BLOG
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We Invite You to Special Holy Week Services
We celebrate Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem on March 24th with a Palm Procession into the Sanctuary. Rev. Rich Brandon will be our guest preacher. Rev. Donna Smith-Pupillo will officiate our[…]
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Christmas Candlelight Service
We invite you to worship with us Christmas Eve at 7pm where we retell the Christmas story and sing Christmas hymns.
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Winter Warm-Up
We’re partnering with Warner’s Warm-Up Coat Drive starting October 23rd. Please bring new or lightly-used coats of all shapes and sizes. If the building isn’t open, you can place them[…]
Read moreOur Mission
We are St. Thomas UCC, a caring faith community welcoming all to share with us. You will find us supportive, nurturing, and encouraging. Our worship is traditional yet contemporary, applying scripture and Christ’s teachings to everyday life. Accepting all who come as family, we are St. Thomas UCC.
Our Vision
We aspire to make a difference in the Greater St. Louis community by:
INVITING OTHERS TO JOIN IN OUR FAITH JOURNEY
ENHANCING OUR FELLOWSHIP AND SERVICE OUTREACH
EXPANDING OUR USE OF TECHNOLOGY
INCREASING OUR COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Our Values
We are a close-knit welcoming community. We cherish and honor the traditions of our 100 years past. With respect and compassion we work together. We strive to grow in our faith by serving the community. We embrace and celebrate our youth and the promise of each new generation of God’s children. We seek God’s blessings and wisdom in the joys and challenges of our daily lives. We grow in our understanding of Christ’s teachings while being respectful of our differences.
Our Staff
June Jones
Organist & Music Director
Gail Schneider
Office Administrator
Neil Glaser
Custodian
Contact Us
Our staff is typically in the office Tuesday through Thursday and works remotely throughout the week. Fill out the form, email or call and we will follow up with you.