St. Thomas, Chesapeake

05/28/2026

“We give you thanks, most gracious God, for the beauty of earth and sky and sea; for the richness of mountains, plains, and rivers; for the songs of birds and the loveliness of flowers.”
— Book of Common Prayer, “For the Beauty of the Earth” (Thanksgivings for the Natural Order)

05/27/2026

On Sunday, May 24, the Houghton University Chamber Choir, under the direction of Dr. Kevin Dibble, gave a wonderful concert at St. Thomas. Titled "An Ever-Present Help," the program included sacred works by Clausen, Whitacre, Stroope, Cornwell, Esenvalds, Arnesen, Paulus, and Hogan. They performed the entire program a ca****la (without accompaniment). It was a privilege to host these amazing musicians and people!

05/26/2026

Join other parishioners from the diocese for the Episcopal Pride Eucharist at Christ & St. Luke's.

Come to our Diocesan Pride Eucharist next Wednesday, June 3, 6:00 p.m. — Join Bishop Susan B. Haynes to celebrate the 50th anniversary of our church affirming that LGBTQ+ people have a full and equal claim to the love, acceptance, and pastoral care of the church. The journey to make that promise a reality continues today, as we remember the struggles, celebrate the joy, and give thanks for love and for lives that refuse to be erased. The Rev. Charles Lane Cowen, Rector of St. Andrew’s, Norfolk, will preach. All are welcome! Childcare is available.

05/21/2026

Join us for the Houghton University Chamber Choir concert on Sunday, May 24 at 5:00 pm.

05/19/2026

On Saturday, the St. Thomas Choir enjoyed a joyful morning in workshop with Billye Brown Youmans, music director of Great Bridge Presbyterian Church! We learned about breathing, phrasing, keeping our voices healthy, and how excellent sacred music helps us and those we serve enter the presence of God.

05/17/2026

St. Thomas Episcopal Church
233 Mann Dr, Chesapeake, VA 23322
The Rev. Mark McKone-Sweet

Bulletin:https://files.constantcontact.com/8e78b495101/c1a28aa9-fa63-4a6c-85cb-72a9f9c2d655.pdf

05/10/2026

St. Thomas Episcopal Church
233 Mann Dr, Chesapeake, VA 23322
The Rev. Mark McKone-Sweet

Bulletin: https://files.constantcontact.com/8e78b495101/ec6db019-9efa-46e9-95ef-33a62f06d335.pdf?rdr=true

05/06/2026

Congratulations, Julie!

Please join us in welcoming our newest members! This group includes six students, three clergy, and two retired musicians - each bringing their own experience and gifts to the AAM community. Full-time students are offered free membership. The next application deadline is May 22. Learn more and apply at anglicanmusicians.org/membership

The Rev’d Ruth Beresford (Rector, Christ Church Christiana Hundred, Wilmington, DE)
Justin Felix (Assistant Choir Director, Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, Lexington, KY)
Adam Funderburg (Choral Scholar, Sequayah Hills Presbyterian Church, Knoxville, TN)
Elizabeth Gatter (Director of Music Ministries, Church of the Good Shepherd, Augusta, SC)
Julie Heard (Associate Director of Music, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Chesapeake, VA)
Alicia Helm McCorvey (Artist-in-Residence, The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, Lexington, KY)
Valentina Qishan Huang (Cathedral Organist, Christ Church Cathedral, Houston, TX)
Andrew Kilkenny (Christ Church New Brighton, Staten Island, NY)
Cameron Kuzepski (Organ Scholar, Christ Church Christiana Hundred, Wilmington, DE)
Leen Latorre (Organist, St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, Ardmore, OK)
Katie Lehman (Associate Director of Music, Christ Episcopal Church, Charlotte, NC)
The Rev’d Margaret Lias (Deputy Chief of Staff and Administrative Manager, Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts, Boston, MA)
Michael Main (Retired, St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Lewes, DE)
Justin Maxey (Associate Director of Music and Organist, All Saints’ Episcopal Church, Atlanta, GA)
The Rev’d Clayton McCleskey (Canon for Communications, Witness, and Engagement, Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts, Boston, MA)
Donald McCullough (Organist and Choirmaster, Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, Jacksonville, FL)
Dr. Richard McPherson (Retired, St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Lewes, Delaware)
Michael Pirri (Coordinator of Music Ministries, St. Aidan’s in the Beach, Toronto, ON, Canada)
Dr. Matthew N. Provost (Director of Music and Organist, Calvary Episcopal Church, Stonington, CT)
Zachary Schurman (Organist, Nashville, TN)
Samuel Shull (Organist and Associate Director of Music, All Saints Episcopal Church, Chicago, IL)
Scott Solak (Self-employed, Pianist/Composer/Piano Teacher), Pittsburgh, PA
A. Mitchell V. Stecker (St. Paul’s Episcopal, Mount Lebanon, Pittsburgh, PA)
Karen Hewes Suber (Director of Music Ministry & Community Arts Integration, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Jamestown, NY)
Ellana Swope (Chorister/Harpist, St. Elizabeth’s Episcopal Church, Ridgewood, NJ)
Dr. Aaron Tan (Director of Music, Church of the Nativity, Huntsville, AL)
Madison Thompson (Organ Scholar, Christ Church Cathedral, Montreal, QC, Canada)
Alex Whittington (Music Director, Christ Church Episcopal, New Haven, CT)

05/03/2026

St. Thomas Episcopal Church
233 Mann Dr, Chesapeake, VA 23322
The Rev. Mark McKone-Sweet

05/02/2026

Great connect breakfast and the plant sale this morning. You can still get your plants until 1:00 today.

05/01/2026

Plant sale tomorrow at St. Thomas starting at 8:30 am rain or shine. There are native plants, vegetables, herbs and hanging baskets. All proceeds benefit our community partners.