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  **NOTE: This review is updated. My first review was written a few months after I began attending St Thomas, and it has only improved in my estimation in the years since.**
  I'm not a joiner, but I felt like I belonged the first time I attended St Thomas. I started attending a couple years ago and love it. The people are very friendly and inclusive without being pushy. Because I have connections to Campbellsville University, I like that many of the church members work at the university or are students there. Though the age range of the congregation is infants to senior citizens, most people are young professionals or families.
  
  The sign in front of the church says it is a joint Episcopal-Lutheran (ELCA) congregation. They primarily use the Book of Common Prayer, and most consider themselves Episcopalians.
  
  The building used to be government offices, so it doesn't look like a church from the outside. But I think they've done a pretty good job with the inside. The altar, art and vestments are unmistakably churchy.
  
  They currently celebrate Eucharist and Morning Prayer on alternating Sundays. A supply pastor comes for Eucharist, and congregation members lead Morning Prayer. The liturgy is simple and mostly spoken. Many of the people who attend did not grow up in the Episcopal church and are unfamiliar with the liturgy and hymns. The first few verses of hymns are a little quiet, but people join in as they learn the tune, and the last verse is pretty robust for a small crowd. Most people pass the peace to almost every other person present. They take their time and don't rush this part of the service. They also take time to share personal thanksgivings, which is uplifting and encourages the feeling of community. The sermons have been biblically based, theologically sound, and interesting.
  
  People at this church like being together. Coffee hour after service really does last about an hour for many people. Several people have plots at a "community garden" at one member's farm. And I've been to many informal meals, potlucks, and parties with church members.
  
  There is an education hour before morning worship: an adult class and Godly Play for kids. And Tuesday nights alternate between TED Talks and movie night, both of which involve discussion. Movies previously watched and discussed include Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind and No Country for Old Men.
  
  This small mainline church does not offer some things that other area churches do, such as extensive children's and youth ministries and contemporary worship. I was drawn to this church because it was different from the other churches. Despite the lack of children's programming, children are cherished at this church. There is a nursery where parents can care for their children, but children are very welcome at worship. Talking, babbling or crying children don't offend anyone, and most children participate in communion. And if you want to hand your child off to someone, there is no shortage of people willing to hold or entertain your child if you offer.
  
  This church welcomes everyone and appreciates diversity. But I would definitely recommend this church to people who, like me, are educated, progressive professionals or students. You will definitely find several like-minded people who are eager to include you in this faith community.

  Added July 23, 2017 by Natalie Oliver