Following the mandate of Jesus Christ, the African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas views children as vital to the existence and growth of the church. Christ called us to be one – “on earth and it is in heaven” so that the world would know God’s love and believe.
Our love of Christ, sharing the Good News, results in vibrant youth programs that are available for all children ages 4-18 to know God’s love.
Our children form lifelong friendships with each other as that foundation encourages them to return to church and cements the community of faith.
The Acolyte Guild trains, inspires, and encourages young men and women, ages 8 and up, to be faithful and dedicated Christians through service and fellowship. The overall thrust of this program is to assist the priest in serving the congregation during services. more...
The Church School
The Church School is a youth ministry: teaching, learning and sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ for children of pre-school age to the age of ten. more...
Historic Scouts #133
A structured program, parental support and committed adult volunteers help the pack to achieve its objective. The Cub Scout motto is “Do A Good Turn Daily.” Pack #133 incorporates these two principles into its program, with the expectation that the Cub Scouts live and practice these ideals every day. more...
F.E.N.C.E
FENCE is an acronym for Families of Episcopalians Nurturing within the College Environment. Currently, there is one active component to this ministry. It is referred to as the Family Component. The goal of this component is to keep the AECST’s undergraduate college students involved in the life of the Episcopal Church while attending college away from home. more...
The Girls' Friendly Society
The Girls' Friendly Society is an international, non-profit organization affiliated with the Episcopal Church for girls and young women founded in 1875 in England. The first branch in USA was founded in 1877. It is a parish-based program with membership open to girls from the age of 7-21 of any race, religion, or nationality. more...
The Anderson Scholarship Committee
The purpose of this committee is to provide financial help to deserving high school students from three area high schools, who are pursuing a college education in a two or four year institution. This help takes the form of modest grants to help with books or incidental expenses. more...
SOULdiers4Christ Teen Program
A weekly program designed for the Christian teenagers who meet on Sundays during our regular worship service in the SOULdiers4Christ study room, learn relevant lessons on spirituality, self, and society. more...
The TOTS4Christ Program for ages 2 -3, a parent led fun social, held on Saturdays quarterly, introduces our tots to other children and our church school environment.