When you need support...
“This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you." John 15:12

Life has a way of dealing us some pretty tough challenges. But you don't need to face them alone.
Our assistance ministries are offered to everyone --- you, a loved one, a friend.
And you don't need to be a member of St. Thomas or Episcopalian.
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PRAYER REQUESTS    Prayer requests are honored with respect and complete confidentiality (if requested) by St. Thomas' Daughters of the King, Our Lady Chapter. No matter what you are facing right now, know that God’s ears aren’t too heavy that He can’t hear you nor are His arms too short that He can’t reach you. Feel free to submit your prayer need here and we'll stand in prayer with you regarding anything you are going through. We believe God will hear our prayers and He will answer.


COMFORT AND UPLIFTING DURING ILLNESS AND SPIRITUAL NEED    A tangible symbol of St. Thomas' prayer support in your time of need is a hand-tied quilt  provided upon request by our Prayers & Squares group, an interfaith outreach ministry that combines the gift of custom made quilt with the gift of prayer  The essence of this ministry is in the prayers offered for the recipient by the entire congregation; it's not about the quilts. If you'd like to request a quilt for someone, contact Deb Mitchell. And remember: You don't have to be a member of St. Thomas to request a quilt, and the recipient doesn't need to be a member of St. Thomas to receive a quilt.
FOOD --- INCLUDING PET FOOD --- AND PERSONAL HYGIENE PRODUCTS   St. Thomas of Canterbury Episcopal Church helps serve the needs of the homeless and others of limited means in our community through the Community Mission of Hope. We collect food --- including pet food --- and personal hygiene products and periodically deliver them to CMoH for distribution.

If you are in need, contact or visit the Community Mission of Hope: 41760 Rider Way   Temecula, CA 92590   Phone: 951-444-1404   
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MEALS WHEN YOU CAN'T PREPARE YOUR OWN     St. Thomas' Meals on Wheels is a ministry of our Women of Worth (WoW) group and provides dinner to people that are ill, are having a medical procedure, or having a difficult time in general, and could use the help with evening meals supplied on a temporary basis.

If you or someone you know could use the help of this ministry, please contact Michelle Lee at (909) 208-9875, or you can email Michelle at [email protected].
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EMOTIONAL & SPIRITUAL SUPPORT DURING TIMES OF CRISIS    Are you facing the challenges of illness, death of a loved one, divorce, relocation, or financial setback? You don't need to deal with it alone; a trained St. Thomas of Canterbury "Stephen Minister" can accompany you. To find out --- in complete confidence --- how we may be of assistance, contact the church office.


HOLY EUCHARIST for the homebound and those in assisted living facilities, rehabilitation centers and hospitals. St. Thomas of Canterbury's team of Eucharistic Visitors (EVs) are trained and certified by the Episcopal Church to administer the Holy Eucharist wherever you are. Remember: Any baptized Christian may receive communion from a St. Thomas EV. If you or someone you know would like a Eucharistic Visitor to make a visit, please call the church office.
Other local resources that may be of assistance:

  • RISK OF SUICIDE  National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - Provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.
 
  • LOVED ONE IN HOSPITAL  Jacob's House provides the most basic human needs (and more) to families who just want to be near their loved one in the hospital. We provide beautiful lodging accommodations, food, water, resources, and empathy.
 
  • PERSONAL OR FAMILY CATASTROPHE   American Red Cross - Whether it is a wildfire or a heart attack, a call for blood, a call for help after a devastating home fire, or a call from a service member or military family in need, the Red Cross is there.
 
  • DOMESTIC VIOLENCE   National Domestic Violence Hotline - Highly trained expert advocates are available 24/7 to talk confidentially with anyone in the United States who is experiencing domestic violence, seeking resources or information, or questioning unhealthy aspects of their relationship.
 
  • AT RISK FOR HEAT STRESS    Temecula Cooling Center serves as a drop-in site for vulnerable individuals, seniors, the disabled, and others in need of temporary relief from the heat.
 
  • NOT SURE WHERE TO TURN FOR HELP?     Dial 2-1-1  Here you can find information  and referrals in the Temecula Valley on everything from crisis intervention and counseling to job training, education programs, and child or adult day care; the list goes on.
 
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