“a family lovingly embracing everyone, warts and all”
“ability to celebrate at the drop of a hat”
“refreshes me through word, music and friendship”
“people rooted and grounded in prayer, aware of their love for, and dependence on, a loving Creator”
“I love the sense of family, love and common purpose”
“Tradition without stiffness; Love without compromise”
“I love being part of the choir and the joy of biscuits and juice at the end”
“the welcome was generous and the sense of family, community and belonging was instant”
“like a second family”
“sense of belonging”
“tradition AND innovation”
“I absolutely love the music at St Thomas’s and I’m forever thankful for the wonderful group of people I have met”
“one of the best things about St Thomas’s is the choir (and getting paid)”
“a feeling of community and where you can meet other people who you may not otherwise have met who enjoy the same sort of things as you”
“sacramental well central to a community of prayer, support and learning”
“quality of the preaching”
“opportunities to explore and develop our faith”
“peace and calmness of the building”
“wonderful bunch of people who gather at 8am to pray together”
“superb music which enriches the services”
“community, people, inclusivity”
“ability to embrace and enjoy change”
“traditional services”
“I like the communion wine”
“an education team arranges opportunities for learning, reflection, discussion, spiritual growth”
“strong bonds”
“being able to be involved and feel a part of what is going on”
“general ambiance of camaraderie and willingness to help”
“I value the people and what I learn from them, clergy or laity”
“the friendly welcome I get every Sunday”
“that old drama school exercise when one person stands in the middle, goes rigid and falls, trusting everyone else in the circle around them to catch them – that’s us, always.”
“warmth and welcome – whether someone comes as a worshipper, visitor, seeker after ancient sites, or something they know not what”
“thoughtful preaching”
“strong community spirit”
“powers of spiritual renewal and refreshment”
“our second family and home”
“spiritual,friendly and supportive community”