New Parishioners

Dear New Parishioner,
I warmly welcome you to St. Thomas More Parish! I know that you will be wondering what kind of parish you have just joined, and I know that this guide will be a great help for you to come to know your new parish and the ability to know how you can offer volunteer time to those groups and activities that appeal to you. 

At the heart of our parish is the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. As Catholics, it is the source and summit of our lives. It is the very place where a miracle takes place – the transformation of bread and wine into the Body and Blood of Our Lord. That is why we go to Mass every Sunday. At the end of Mass, we hear the words to “go forth.” The missionary impulse is central to our faith in Christ. He told us to “Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations.” Jesus wants us to take the blessing of hearing Him in the Scriptures and encountering Him in the Eucharist and share it with others. All the activity and work of our parish are aimed at one end: evangelizing the world. 

You have your own personal life, family, Church, work, and activities in society that are moments to spread the love of Christ. I hope and pray that you will find at St. Thomas More the opportunities to be a part of such fantastic groups and activities that will nourish your faith and help transform the world around you. 

Please know that all the priests and I at St. Thomas More are here to serve you. It is a joy to have you as a member of our parish family. If there is anything I can do for you, please do not hesitate to contact me. Welcome to our parish!

Msgr. Andrew Baker, Pastor