Saint Thomas of Canterbury Episcopal Church
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What we believe and value

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  • As Episcopalians, we are followers of Jesus Christ, our Lord, and we believe in the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
  • We strive to love our neighbors as ourselves and respect the dignity of every person.
  • The Episcopal Church is part of the worldwide Anglican Communion, and traces its heritage to the beginnings of Christianity.
  • Our faith is founded on Scripture, reason and tradition.
  • Our liturgy retains ancient structure and traditions and is celebrated in many languages.
  • Both men and women, including those who are married, are eligible for ordination as deacons, priests and bishops.
  • We believe in amendment of life, the forgiveness of sin, and life everlasting. 
  • Lay people exercise a vital role in the governance and ministry of our church.
  • Holy Communion may be received by all baptized Christians, not only members of the Episcopal Church.
  • We uphold the Bible and worship with the Book of Common Prayer.
  • We affirm that committed relationships are lifelong and monogamous. Episcopalians also recognize that there is grace after divorce and do not deny the sacraments to those who have been divorced.
  • We affirm that issues such as birth control are matters of personal informed conscience.
  • We celebrate our unity in Christ while honoring our differences, always putting the work of love before uniformity of opinion.
  • All are welcome to find a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church.

We Would Love to Have You Visit Soon!


Address

44651 Avenida de Missiones
Temecula, CA 92592

Telephone

951.302.4566
951.302.4633 Fax
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  • Home
  • Welcome
    • Who we are >
      • St. Thomas at a glance
      • What we believe
      • About Us
      • Our History
      • Virtual tour
    • Clergy & staff
    • Lay Leaders & Ministries
    • Contact
    • when you need support
    • Prayer Requests
  • WORSHIP & DEVOTION
    • Worship times
    • Devotional resources
  • Children & Youth
    • Schedule & activities
    • Youth group
  • Events & activities
    • What's happening
    • Weekly e-newsletter
    • Canterbury Tales
    • Facebook
    • Photo Albums >
      • 2020 Event Photos
      • 2019 Event Photos
      • 2018 Event Photos
      • 2017 Event Photos
      • 2016 Event Photos
      • 2015 Event Photos
      • 2014 Event Photos
  • Stay Informed
  • Be Involved
    • Be of service
    • Centering Prayer
    • Food Pantry
    • Daughters of the King
    • Eucharistic Visitor
    • Meals on Wheels
    • Men of Saint Thomas
    • Prayers & Squares
    • Stephen Ministry
    • Women of Worth
    • Worship Ministries >
      • Server Schedule
  • School
  • Give/Pledge Online