ST. THOMAS LUTHERAN CHURCH     10001 West Ellsworth Road :: Ann Arbor, Michigan 48103 :: (734) 663-7511 contact us by e-mail :: google map :: homemade map :: written directions Church photo :: Aerial photo

But you must return to your God; maintain love and justice and wait for your God continually. Hos 12:6

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Contact us by phone or e-mail if you'd like a ride to any services or activities. Upcoming Activities Sunday Worship: 10AM Youth Group meets after church at 11:15AM. Child Care Center opening next year Please e-mail us if you have a need for child care or a latch-key program this fall, if you'd like to apply for a position, or if you have items to donate; download (pdf or Word) inquiry form to print and return. Offerings will be tailored to fit community response. Download the monthly newsletter and calendar of events here. Acrobat Reader is available for download here. Recent Activities Read Sunday's sermon here Listen to Sunday's sermon here Scout Sunday, February 14, 10AM Voters' meeting, February 14, 11:30AM Ash Wednesday service, February 17, 7PM Stewardship Award Celebration, February 28, 10AM - 1PM New school support program approved Our Pastor: Rev. Charles Schulz Pastor's Page NEW Pastor Schulz graduated from Concordia Lutheran Seminary at St. Louis, MO, in the spring of 1996. He has earned master's degrees in Church history, Classical languages, and theology. He is also currently serving as a professor in the department of Religion and Philosophy at Concordia University. He and his wife have been blessed with three young children. Bible Studies Youth and Adult on Sunday mornings, 11:15AM - noon Instruction in the Christian faith available for teens and adults by appointment with Pastor Schulz. Home   Servants of the Church   Elders   Church Council   Trustees   Youth Group   Choir   Sunday School   Organists   Ushers and Acolytes   Ladies Aid Society   Cemetery Committee   Archivist

St. Thomas Lutheran Church has a rich heritage, having been founded by the first Lutheran Missionary to Michigan in 1842. Rooted in the life-giving teachings of Holy Scripture, the congregation bears the fruits of a life of praise, love, and service amid the new opportunities of the 21st century.   Come and Join Us as We Worship Our Lord: 10AM Sundays   Our Lord meets with us in worship through His Holy Spirit present in Word and Sacraments so that we are strengthened and equipped for living the life He gives us. Worship services feature: Biblical and relevant messages based on Scripture focus on the Gospel of Jesus Christ friendly greetings to all, especially to visitors meaningful and inspiring music and hymns St. Thomas Faith Statement We believe that Christ died for all people and rose again so that all who believe in Him have eternal life. We submit to Scripture alone as the highest authority for Christian doctrine and practice. We acknowledge the Lutheran Confessional writings (the Book of Concord ) as an accurate presentation of the teachings of Holy Scripture. We receive Baptism as the way which Christ established to bring spiritual birth to all people, young and old, thus making them his disciples. We join together in a common commitment to share the Gospel with the lost and to instruct the found in the truths of Scripture. We receive the Lord's Supper as the sacred meal which Christ established to feed His people with His body and blood, once given for us on the cross and now immortal by His resurrection; through this meal, we receive forgiveness of sins, life, and salvation. We aim to live God-pleasing lives by serving our neighbors in our various vocations in family, society, and church. We anticipate Christ's return on the last day, when we and all believers will enter the new heaven and new earth. Links to learn more: St. Thomas Mission Statement Doctrinal positions Position statements on Hot Topics In Depth Studies Affiliation St. Thomas is a member of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, a worldwide Christian Church that is active in spreading the Gospel through mass media such as "The Lutheran Hour" radio broadcasts and the "This is the Life" television program. Our Michigan District Office is located on Geddes Road in Ann Arbor. We are also proud to support one of our synodical colleges - Concordia University, Ann Arbor. E-mail and Website hosting services are provided by Concordia University, and LCMS-Michigan District, Ann Arbor, Michigan.     Becoming Part of the St. Thomas Family "Instruction in Christian Spirituality" Class - Designed to meet the needs of all those interested in learning the details of God's message of salvation in Christ and new life in the Spirit. Classes are held throughout the year as participants are available. Contact the parish office or the pastor directly if you would like to set up a time. Baptism - Children and adults who are baptized at St. Thomas are members of the body of Christ. Adults first receive instruction regarding the teachings of the church. Transfer - By requesting a letter of transfer from one of our sister congregations in the LC-MS around the world.     project 12baskets enables friends of St. Thomas Lutheran Church to donate "once treasured possessions" by selling them on the internet. Follow this link to donate an item or see what's for sale. Proceeds go toward handicap accessibility.