St. Thomas of Canterbury is a small Catholic parish that occupies a large place in the hearts of those who consider it their home.

Generous service to others, a strong emphasis on prayer, and the enjoyment of community have been the hallmarks of St.Thomas of Canterbury since its founding in 1967. In response to Jesus' call, parishioners express love for one another as catechists, liturgical ministers, visitors to the sick, and organizers of funeral receptions. They deepen their faith through participation in Cursillo and shared scripture study. And they enthusiastically join together to celebrate events such as the Lunar New Year, the Fourth of July, and the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, giving everyone a sense of belonging and the opportunity to have a good time.

In addition, long before the Pastoral Plan of the Diocese of San Jose identified lay leadership as a pastoral issue of critical concern, St. Thomas of Canterbury, with its small pastoral staff, realized the importance of the parishioners taking responsibility for the welfare of the parish. With the support of its pastors, it has encouraged the development of lay leadership through vital organizations like the pastoral council, liturgy committee, and fundraising committee.

Central to the life of the community is the Sunday eucharist, which takes place in the church that was beautifully remodeled (along with the office, hall, and meeting rooms) in the late 1990s. Inspired by the word of the Lord and nourished at his table, we go forth to spread the good news of God's love.