St. Thomas More Parish Church

St. Thomas More Parish Church St. Thomas More Parish Church is an all embracing parish community located in Elkins Park, PA. Mass

Thomas More Parish Church is an all embracing parish community. . Thomas More is a faith community in the Catholic tradition which embraces all into full participation in the sacramental life of the church. We are a viable option for those seeking to feel at home in a valid Catholic community which strives to teach and live the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We try to fulfill Christ’s admonition to love

one another as God loves us. We are serious about making a difference in our world, and to that end make all of the sacraments of the Church available to all who ask. Our theology is informed by our belief that the Holy Spirit is calling us to participate in the re-creation and renewal of the Catholic Church. We trust that God has called us into existence to be a healing presence to those who feel that the Church has left them, and we welcome all to come home to a faith that lives and works in and through the People of God. Thomas More is a place for Contemporary Catholics, seeking to learn about God and God’s will, to reach out and share what they have learned and experienced. Our parish is guided by the inspired work of Vatican Council II, as we are ever mindful of the Council’s call to have the Church be the living Body of Christ in our world. We invite you to come and see what being an independent Catholic is all about.

05/30/2026

The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity.

We will then celebrate the Triduum which is one Mass celebrated over three days.Thursday, April 2 at 5pm - Celebration o...
03/27/2026

We will then celebrate the Triduum which is one Mass celebrated over three days.

Thursday, April 2 at 5pm - Celebration of the Lord's Supper with foot washing

Friday, April 3 at 1pm - The Passion of our Lord Jesus Christ with veneration of the cross

Saturday, April 4 at 7pm - The Great Easter Vigil with renewal of our Baptismal promises

Please plan to join us for our celebration of Holy Week at St. Thomas More! 7809 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027

Reverend Phyllis M McHugh ObituaryReverend Phyllis Marie (Brown) McHugh, Pastor Emeritus, St. Thomas More Parish, Elkins...
01/02/2026

Reverend Phyllis M McHugh Obituary

Reverend Phyllis Marie (Brown) McHugh, Pastor Emeritus, St. Thomas More Parish, Elkins Park, passed away on December 28th, 2025, at the age of 76. A life-long resident of Philadelphia, Phyllis was a graduate of Holy Family College and she received her Master of Divinity degree from St. Charles Borromeo Seminary.

In her lifetime, Phyllis was fiercely devoted to her faith and her family. Whether it was doting on her grandsons, ministering to her parish, enjoying music or reading one of her many books, she was a woman of remarkable strength and spirit. Her kind nature, warmth, and love will be cherished by all who knew her.

Phyllis is survived by her loving Husband of 47 years, Chris McHugh; her son Christopher; her grandchildren Christopher & Connor; and her sister Joanne Pimble. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph & Rita Brown, and her brother Robert Brown.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, January 9th, at 11am at St. Thomas More Parish in Elkins Park. (7809 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027) A viewing will be available from 10-11am prior to the mass. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Thomas More Parish via their website: https://www.stthomasmoreparish.org/

It is with a heavy heart and we announce the passing of our founding pastor, Mother Phyllis McHugh. Mother Phyllis passe...
12/29/2025

It is with a heavy heart and we announce the passing of our founding pastor, Mother Phyllis McHugh. Mother Phyllis passed away this morning after a brief illness. Her loving husband Chris and her son Christopher were by her side.

Although Mother Phyllis had to step aside from her pastoral duties due to health reasons, she was still actively involved in helping Fr. Shaun pastor the people of St. Thomas More and run the parish. Her warm and inviting smile and wonderful laugh will surely be missed. Fr. Shaun, Bishop Joseph and Bishop Bill offer their condolences and prayers for Mother Phyllis and her family and friends.

As of now, funeral arrangements are not yet finalized, but once they are they will be posted on the St. Thomas More page. Please keep Mother Phyllis and her family in your prayers.

Saint Paul reminds us in his First Letter to the Thessalonians, “We do not want you to be unaware, brothers, about those who have fallen asleep, so that you may not grieve like the rest, who have no hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose, so too will God, through Jesus, bring with him those who have fallen asleep.” (1 Thes. 4:13-14)

May the soul of Mother Phyllis McHugh rest in peace.

Join us for the Mass of the Lord's Supper at 5pm today.
04/17/2025

Join us for the Mass of the Lord's Supper at 5pm today.

Please join us for Holy Week at St. Thomas More Parish and feel free to bring a friend or two! ALL ARE WELCOME....AND WE...
04/10/2025

Please join us for Holy Week at St. Thomas More Parish and feel free to bring a friend or two! ALL ARE WELCOME....AND WE MEAN IT!

All Masses will take place in our chapel at 7809 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027.

Palm Sunday - Saturday, April 12 @ 2PM

Holy Thursday - Thursday, April 17 @ 5PM

Good Friday - Friday, April 18 @ 3PM

The Great Easter Vigil - Saturday, April 19 @ 4:30PM (Bishop Joe will be joining us)

I hope everyone can make it out during this most holy time and join us in celebrating the Lord's Passion, Death and Resurrection!

God Bless you All!

Fr. Shaun

https://www.stthomasmoreparish.org/

12/11/2024

Hello everyone,

Just a reminder that we will also gather for a weekly Advent Taize Prayer service each Wednesday, beginning tonight at 6:30 PM EST. All you need is yourself and, if you wish, a lighted candle. The link to join is below.

Advent Taize Prayer Service
Wednesday, December 11 · 6:30 – 7:00pm EST
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/cxz-mozm-dxr

Hope to see you all tonight!

Fr. Shaun

Congratulations to Allison and Brian! United today in the bond of marriage.
08/18/2024

Congratulations to Allison and Brian! United today in the bond of marriage.

08/07/2024

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St. Thomas More Parish is an independent Catholic community that is part of the Progressive Catholic Church. We have our roots in the tradition of the Old Catholic Church, thus we have apostolic succession and valid sacraments.

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7809 Old York Road
Elkins Park, PA
19027

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