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Stewardship 2024: People, Place, & Programs
PLEDGE NOW
We, your St. James Stewardship Committee, are thrilled to announce the Parish's 2024 Pledge Drive, which begins today, Sunday, September 24th and concludes in celebration on November 12th. Last year, the Stewardship Committee ask...
Read MoreSock Hop: Fall Dance for All Ages!
Date: October 29 Time: 5:00 - 7:00 pm Location: Perry Hall, St James What is a “SOCK HOP”? “A “sock hop is a dance party from the 50s & 60s where you take off your shoes and dance in your SOCKS on a gymnasium floor.” ...
Read MoreVestry Corner ~ September 2023
Dear St. James Parish Family,
It is with mixed emotions that we say goodbye to another wonderful summer season at Mt. Lebanon Chapel. Mt. Lebanon Chapel is such a unique setting to worship God and enjoy the beauty of His nature. We are truly...
Read MoreFrom the Rector: September 2023
“What are you looking for?” John 1:39
Dear St. James Parish Family,
If you are like me, there remains within you a small sense of hope and mystery- every single day - when you go to your mailbox. Yes, I know and accept that the over...
Read MoreFamily Breakfast at St. James
WE'RE BRINGING BREAKFAST BACK! In September, we resume one of our favorite St. James Parish traditions, Sunday morning Family Breakfast at church! To help us get started, we are looking for some Team Leaders to help us take on this wonderful...
Read MoreWhere Every Spark Counts: The Game-Changing Power of Youth Group Participation
When we think about preparing young people for the future, our minds often gravitate towards academics, extracurricular activities like sports or arts, and perhaps even tutoring. These activities, while undoubtedly valuable, often provide instant...
Read MoreFrom the Rector: August 2023
Dear Parish Family, It’s been less than a week since our St. James youth mission group returned from nine days in Ecuador. As you would imagine, it was a remarkable and life-changing experience - in every respect. Thank you for your prayers f...
Read MoreVestry Corner ~ August 2023
We have enjoyed having some special visitors during our vestry meetings this year. During our July meeting, Porter Young and Hannah Brownlow from the Parish Life Commission joined us to share about their experience leading this ...
Read MoreREALM & Our Directory
REALM is our online directory & ministry tool designed for real-time connection. It helps St. James connect with you and you connect with us. REALM allows you to manage your personal information and who is allowed to see it, control your givi...
Read MoreVestry Corner ~ July 2023
We continue to be amazed by the generosity of our parishioners with their resources and talents. Their love for our community, coupled with a strong desire to leave it better than they found it, is impressive. One of our Outreach partners, A Sa...
Read MoreFrom the Rector: July 2023
“Where two or more of us are gathered, O Lord, there you have promised to be. And here we are. And so, here are you.” Every Moment Holy, pg. 112 Dear Parish Family, Happy summer! To be sure, the rhythms of our community are diffe...
Read MoreVestry Corner ~ June 2023
“If there’s something I have learned through growing up in the love of Christ, it’s that you never know the impact you may have on other people.” -Web (Youth Sunday) “Jesus loved others so well, which shows us how important it is to...
Read MoreA Baptismal Stand for Mt. Lebanon Chapel
As we entered a new season of summer worship in May 2023, a very special gift to the glory of God was created for Mt. Lebanon Chapel.
Our parish family has been blessed with the opportunity to welcome many new little ones through the Holy Sacr...
Read MoreA Special Edition- From the Rector: June 2023
Dear Parish Family,
On June 1st, we mark together the second anniversary of my first day as Rector of St. James. In many ways these two years have passed by so quickly. At the same time, I am deeply proud and grateful for all that God has ca...
Read MoreVestry Corner ~ May 2023
The preparation for Holy Week and Easter is long, as it should be. Lent prepares us to receive the Resurrection. Now we move forward with thanksgiving. A small group of MoM just returned from Glory Ridge. The goal was to help prepare the groun...
Read MoreFrom the Rector: May 2023
Dear Parish Family,
The poet T.S. Eliott once wrote, “April is the cruelest month.” Unfortunate for him not to experience the past month here at St. James! Indeed, our worship, gatherings and celebrations filled the season. We have so m...
Read MoreVestry Corner ~ April 2023
Twenty years ago the St. James Foundation was formed with the mission to support the needs of St. James Parish’s historic church campus in perpetuity. Claire Parker is the current chair for the Foundation Board and spoke during our most rec...
Read MoreFrom the Rector: April 2023
Dear Parish Family,
This week I had the wonderful opportunity to gather with the 2023 cohort of our St. James “Praying Shapes Believing” program. This was the last of seven meetings for the group. I was surprised and delighted to see how ...
Read MoreOutreach Spotlight: Eden Village
Eden Village of Wilmington is building a community for those who are chronically homeless and disabled. While they are still in the construction phase of building 31, 500 square foot tiny homes, 17 are in the final stages and will be filled withi...
Read MoreFrom the Rector: March 2023
Dear Parish Family, Shrove Tuesday this year began for me with a very early text message from a friend. Her beloved husband had
died peacefully during the night, with her by his side. He had lived an extraordinary life of almost 93 years. I wa...
Read MoreA New Path - All Saints Memorial Garden
Mt. Lebanon Chapel is a very special place to many of us at St. James Parish, but none more special than those who have family members there for eternity. The All Saints Memorial Gardens at Mt. Lebanon Chapel has become a place of deep spiritual...
Read MoreVestry Corner ~ March 2023
There are five Wednesday night suppers planned for March in Perry Hall, beginning March 1st at 6:00pm. One dinner each will be hosted by the Youth, the Episcopal Church Women, the Vestry, the Bread Breakers Group and Men on Mission. Children’s ...
Read MoreMeet the St. James Choir
We see and hear the St. James Choir each week, and we might know the faces. With this Grapevine issue we continue to introduce the members of the choir! SAM CRAIG- Hi! I’m Sam Craig. I’m new to St. James Parish, having just graduated i...
Read MoreVestry Corner ~ February 2023
The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. “The Lord is my portion,” says my soul, “therefore I will hope in him.” - Lamentations 3:22-24 Gat...
Read MoreFrom the Rector: February 2023
Dear Parish Family,
What a delight to witness the wonderful turnout for our annual parish meeting on Sunday, January 8th. My thanks to all who were present. The spirit of the gathering was bright and hopeful - with gratitude for where we have...
Read MoreThanking Florence Ellen!
Dear St. James Parish Family, I write to share the bittersweet news that Parish Administrator Florence Ellen Cowden will be stepping down from her role at the end of February. Her decision comes from a desire to be more available with support...
Read MoreOutreach Spotlight: Cape Fear River Watch
The Outreach Commission is proud to share that St. James Parish has formally partnered with Cape Fear River Watch as a part of our church’s commitment to caring for God’s creation. Cape Fear River Watch (CFRW) was founded in 1993 with the mis...
Read MoreVestry Corner ~ December 2022
Thank you to all who have submitted your 2023 Pledge to support the ongoing work and mission of St. James Parish! The momentum of the current Stewardship campaign is good, but we really need each member to consider how you can step up to help...
Read MoreFrom the Rector: December 2022
Dear Parish Family,
Here we are - just a few days into the season of Advent. In mind and heart, we are being encouraged by scripture and liturgy to hold a quiet space - to prepare - to reflect and to ponder all that is holy. At the very same ...
Read MoreCounting on St. James: Celebrating the work of Billy Smith
As we recognize the ministries of those behind the scenes, we can not miss the opportunity to thank Billy Smith for his years of service at St. James Parish. Billy has been involved with the financial ministry of the church for over 45 years. He ...
Read MoreThanksgiving for our St. James Choir Members
We see and hear the St. James Choir each week, and we might know the faces. With this Grapevine issue we continue to introduce the members of the choir, beginning with those who have served longest, and who share what it’s like to lift our pra...
Read MoreOffice Ministry: Thanking Rosa Champney
36 years ago, the Champney family moved to Wilmington from Annapolis. They were looking for a place that reminded them of the love of their home church in Maryland. Billie Holland was a neighbor and Jane Martin made sure they knew they were welco...
Read MoreStewardship 2023: A Message from the Committee
Members of St. James, As this Stewardship Campaign approaches its conclusion, we write to report to you on the incredible results to this point. We are, simply stated, overwhelmed by your confidence, enthusiasm, and support. Few are the times ...
Read MoreEmbroidery Ministry: Thanking Lynn Calder
We are so blessed to have many talented and creative parishioners. We would like to take this opportunity to recognize the embroidery ministry of Lynn Calder. Lynn is the artist behind the lovely embroidery work for the baptism towels. Over the l...
Read MoreOn the Verge!
Beginning in Advent, you may notice a new addition to our Sunday services—Vergers. As with anything new, we anticipate that you may have some questions, such as why do we need them? What will they be doing? Does this mean our worship is changi...
Read MoreFrom the Rector: November 2022
“There your heart will be also.” Matthew 6:21 Dear St. James Parish Family, Two years ago, from my office in Portland, Oregon, I had my first Zoom conversation with the St. James Rector Search Committee. Time has gone by quickly, yet...
Read MoreA Creative Ministry
Looking to be a part of a creative ministry? Consider crafting Chrismons! We have several dedicated artists who offer their time to make lovely handmade Chrismons for our parish family. What is a Chrismon? A Chrismon is an ornament with intenti...
Read MoreVestry Corner ~ October 2022
“This, then, is how you should pray: “‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our de...
Read MoreFrom the Rector: October 2022
For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them.’ Matthew 18:20 Dear Parish Family, This past Wednesday evening we embarked on a five week program endeavor, with the hopes of welcoming and gathering parishioners of ...
Read MoreCONFIDENTIAL PRAYER TEAM
Are any among you suffering? They should pray. Are any cheerful? They should sing songs of praise. Are any among you sick? They should call for the elders of the church and have them pray over them, anointing them with oil in the name of the Lor...
Read MoreStewardship 2023: Neighbors in Giving
PLEDGE NOW ONLINE
We, your St. James Stewardship Committee, are thrilled to announce the Parish’s 2023 Pledge Drive, which begins today, Sunday, September 25 and concludes in celebration on November 13th . We write today to reque...
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