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ECW: Ladies' Night Out with Sheri Castle
The Episcopal Church Women group is very excited to host an evening of wine, food and fellowship celebrating our first gathering of 2023. We have invited guest speaker Sheri Castle to kick off the celebration. Sheri is the host and producer of he...
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 MoreSJDS Summer Camps 2023
We are so honored and humbled by the level of interest in this year's camps! Currently registration for all three sessions are FULL! Thank you so much for your support of St. James Day School. If you would like to join the waiting pool for this s...
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 MoreHoly Land Meeting
Those planning to join us for the 2023 Holy Land Pilgrimage April 22-May 3, 2023 are invite to participate in a pre-trip meeting. Plan to join us in person on February 15th at 5:30 p.m. in the Youth Room or via Zoom on the 16th at 7:00 pm. For ...
Read MoreShrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Save the date! Shrove Tuesday is coming and with it, our Annual Pancake Supper February 21st is Shrove Tuesday. It’s one of those days that we Episcopalians love to celebrate. What exactly is Shrove Tuesday? What do we do? Why do we celebrate? ...
Read MoreOut of the Darkness: Suicide Prevention Training Opportunity
Each year, our St. James Parish Youth and members of our parish family, gather to support and participate in the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's Out of the Darkness Walk. Funds raised from this great event, goes to support research a...
Read MoreSpeaker Series: The Rev. Dr. Scott Black Johnston
In partnership with First Presbyterian Church , St. James Episcopal Parish is pleased to announce our Spring Speaker: The Rev. Dr. Scott Black Johnston . On February 8, 2023, Dr. Johnston, author of Bread Enough for All and Questions Preachers...
Read MorePraying Shapes Believing
Mark your calendar for Praying Shapes Believing (PSB) which begins Thursday, February 16, 2023, 6:00-7:15 p.m. in the Lippitt Room.
Has it been a while since Confirmation?
Are you thinking of making St. James your permanent home but hav...
Read MoreBrunswick Stew: Soup-er Bowl Sale
It's time for one of our tastiest youth fundraisers! The Brunswick Stew Soup-er Bowl Sale.
Limited Quantities will be available! To order yours, email Cookie at [email protected] . Please keep in mind supplies are limited. Each Quart of Br...
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 MoreFamily Breakfast Returns
Please note we will not be offering family breakfast from Christmas through the first part of January. Family breakfast will resume on January 15th, 2023. WE'RE BRINGING BREAKFAST BACK! We are so excited to be bringing back a favorite ...
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...
Read MoreHoly Land Pilgrimage 2023
St. James is taking a journey to the Holy Land! Under the Direction of The Rev. Jay Sidebotham & Cookie Cantwell as well as Local Guide Canon Iyad Qumri & Rami Qumri come experience the Holy Land with us! 12 Days: April 22-May 3, 2023 Pleas...
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