This page says "Education" at the top ... but that's just scratching
the surface. Within the church, we talk about "Formation,"
the lifelong
process by which we orient ourselves to God's dreams for our world.
St. Thomas offers many ways for you to learn more about the Bible,
church history, and theology, and to deepen your faith throughout the
entire process.
Contact: Josh Hosler, Associate for Christian Formation
(josh@stthomasmedina.org
or 425-454-9541 x3480)
 Welcome to St. Thomas!
This general introduction to St. Thomas is a three-session series
occurring twice a year, and it aims to acquaint newcomers to our parish
and introduce them to the Episcopal Church. Topics include:
- Learning more about our music and liturgy (including a guided
tour of our worship space)
- The distinguishing marks of St. Thomas and the Episcopal faith
- An introduction to various ministries and opportunities for
adults and children to deepen one’s relationship with God.
The series is facilitated by the staff of St. Thomas. The next
"Welcome to St. Thomas!" series will take place in the fall of 2008. Contact: The Rev. Steve Best, Associate for Couples & Families
(steveb@stthomasmedina.org
or 425-454-9541)
Sunday Forums
At 9:15 each Sunday morning during the program year, a staff person,
parishioner, or special guest presents a forum or part of a forum
series. May 11: PENTECOST (no
forum).
May 18: Parish Profile Committee. As a follow-up to
the
parish survey which has just been distributed, please take part in a
focus group session. Parishioners will consider questions for input in
the Parish Profile. Scott Manning and the Parish Profile Committee will
lead the discussion. (You can take the Parish Profile survey
now.)
Contact: Josh Hosler, Associate for Christian
Formation (josh@stthomasmedina.org
or 425-454-9541)
 Baptismal Preparation
This class prepares parents and godparents for their
child’s baptism through engaging discussions about why we baptize, what
it accomplishes, and what it means for a person’s life in the context of
a community of faith.
Our next baptismal preparation class
with the Rev. Steve Best will lead to baptisms on
Pentecost Sunday, May 11.
- Saturday, May 3, 2008, 10:00-11:30: Part 1
- Saturday, May 10, 2008, 10:00-11:30: Part 2
Pentecost services:
Sunday, May 11, 2008, 8:00 or 10:15 am
Contact: The Rev. Steve Best, Associate
for Couples and Families
(steveb@stthomasmedina.org or 425-454-9541)
The Journey
St. Thomas Catechumenal Process
 Where are YOU on the journey? Have you never been baptized? Are you
baptized, but feeling a pull toward a renewed commitment to Christ?
The Journey is for adults wishing to be baptized; it’s also for
anybody else who wants to publicly reaffirm their
Christian faith.
Whether you’re new to Christianity, new to the Episcopal Church, or
simply feel a call to a deeper proclamation of your faith, the Journey
is for you. It is a program of education as a Sunday afternoon
community. But more importantly, you will be paired with another member
of the congregation who will act as your sponsor. The Journey culminates
each year with baptisms at the
Great Vigil of Easter and reaffirmations of faith (including confirmation)
at Saint Mark’s Cathedral the next week. Contact: Rebecca Crimmins (425-427-1741) | 
