Christ Church is excited to offer a new worship experience on the afternoon of the Transfiguration of our Lord, 2024. The ThomasMass, or Tuomasmessu is a Lutheran worship service that originated in Finland, and regularly takes place at Agricolan kirkko (Agricola Church) in Helsinki. The service is influenced by ancient liturgical traditions and offers an opportunity for “open space”—times for reflection, various prayer stations (healing, writing prayers for peace), the creation of liturgical art/crafts and special opportunities for children. It is named after the Apostle Thomas, who seemed to have more questions than answers in his faith. Special choral and instrumental music, as well as Finnish/English hymns will be included. As is the case with the Tuomasmessu celebrations in Finland, a time for fellowship and food will follow in the Luther Lounge.