Saint Thomas More Society, Sacramento
About Saint Thomas More Society, Sacramento
Founded in 1987, the Saint Thomas More Society, Sacramento represents a unique intersection of professional community and spiritual growth within the legal field. This independent organization, sponsored by Catholic lawyers and open to legal professionals and advocates of any religious persuasion, has built a thriving community in Sacramento, CA dedicated to mutual support and personal development. STMS operates with a clear mission: to serve as a mutual support group, foster individual spiritual growth, further interfaith understanding, and promote respect, civility, and ethics in law practice.
What distinguishes STMS is its commitment to values-driven professional community without engaging in partisan political advocacy or fundraising. The organization creates space for attorneys, paralegals, legal secretaries, judges, legislative advocates, and law students to connect around shared principles rather than political positions. Members gather regularly for events that combine spiritual reflection with professional networking, allowing participants to expand their circle of ideas while maintaining focus on the greater good.
Since becoming an affiliate of the Sacramento County Bar Association in 2005, STMS has become an active contributor to the Sacramento legal community's cultural fabric. Officers and directors frequently sponsor significant bar association events, demonstrating deep investment in the broader legal profession. The society welcomes all who subscribe to its purposes, creating an inclusive environment where legal professionals can develop both professionally and spiritually while contributing to a more civil and ethical legal practice in Sacramento.