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

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16

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Contact us by phone or e-mail if you'd like a ride to any services or activities. Upcoming Activities May 31, Community Yard Sale, 9-2 June – Habitat for Humanity Project Recent Activities Read Sunday's sermon here Our Pastor: Rev. Charles Schulz 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 September-May: Youth and Adult on Sunday mornings, 11:15 a.m. - noon Wednesday evening Bible Study on "A Christian's Calling" - 7PM, beginning September 12 Instruction in the Christian faith available for teens and adults by appointment with Pastor Schulz. Servants of the Church   Elders   Church Council   Trustees   Youth Group (Higher Things)   Choir   Sunday School   Organists   Ushers, Greeters, and Acolytes   Ladies Aid Society   Cemetery Committee   Archivist

Established in 1842, St. Thomas Lutheran Church is the oldest Missouri Synod Church in Michigan. The congregation, which began meeting in the home of Thomas and Anna Roth, continues to minister to the surrounding community from the same site where it began over 165 years ago. 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 of the sixteenth century (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 Pastor's Inquiry Class - Designed to meet the needs of all those interested in learning the central truths of Scripture. Classes are held throughout the year. Contact the parish office or the pastor directly if you would like to register for the next session. 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.