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Confirmation

Confirmation is the sacramental rite in which the candidates "express a mature commitment to Christ, and receive strength from the Holy Spirit through prayer and the laying on of hands by a bishop" (BCP, p. 860). Those who were baptized at an early age and those baptized as adults without laying on of hands by a bishop are expected to make a mature public affirmation of their faith, recommit themselves to the responsibilities of their baptism, and receive laying on of hands by a bishop (BCP, p. 412). Adults baptized with the laying on of hands by a bishop are considered to be confirmed.

For information about Confirmation at St. James for youth, please reach out to Shannon Lockamy at [email protected]. Adults interested in learning more about Confirmation in the Episcopal Church should reach out to The Rev. Chris Hamby at [email protected] to sign up for Praying Shapes Believing.


The Prayer Book rite for Confirmation includes forms for Reception and the Reaffirmation of Baptismal Vows. In some dioceses, those who have already made a mature Christian commitment in another denomination are recognized as members of the one holy catholic and apostolic church, and received into the fellowship of the Episcopal Church and the Anglican Communion. In other dioceses, those who have been sacramentally confirmed in the Roman Catholic or Orthodox churches are received and others are confirmed. Those who have returned from a time of religious inactivity to an active practice of faith may publicly reaffirm their baptismal vows. Others who have experienced a renewal of faith or desire to renew their Christian commitment may also reaffirm their baptismal vows. Reaffirmation may be repeated, depending on the pastoral needs of the person. Preparation for Confirmation/Reception/Reaffirmation should help the candidates discover the meaning of Christian commitment in their lives, and explore ways that their Christian commitment can be lived. This preparation may draw upon the baptismal covenant (BCP, pp. 416-417) and An Outline of the Faith (BCP, pp. 845-862).

Confirmation, Reception, and Reaffirmation are rooted in the baptismal covenant. Confirmation/Reception/Reaffirmation may be done at the service of Holy Baptism or at the Easter Vigil when a bishop is present (BCP, pp. 292, 309-310). When there is no baptism, the entrance rite for Confirmation/Reception/Reaffirmation follows the entrance rite for baptism (BCP, p. 413). Candidates for Confirmation, Reception, and Reaffirmation are presented in separate groups by their presenters. Candidates may have individual presenters who will support them in their Christian life by prayer and example. It is not necessary that the presenters be members of the clergy. The candidates reaffirm their renunciation of evil, and renew their commitment to Jesus Christ. They reaffirm the promises made by them or for them at the time of baptism. Those present in the congregation promise to do all in their power to support the candidates in their life in Christ. The bishop leads the congregation in renewing the baptismal covenant. The Prayers for the Candidates from the baptismal liturgy may be used as the Prayers for the Candidates for Confirmation/Reception/Reaffirmation (BCP, p. 417). The bishop lays hands on each candidate for Confirmation. The BCP provides specific prayers to be said by the bishop for Confirmation, for Reception, and for Reaffirmation. The bishop may shake hands with those who are being received to welcome them into this communion, and the bishop may lay hands on them in blessing. The bishop may also bless those who reaffirm their baptismal vows.

The Episcopal Church's theology of Confirmation has continued to evolve along with its understanding of baptism. Confirmation is no longer seen as the completion of Christian initiation, nor is Confirmation a prerequisite for receiving communion. Baptism is full initiation by water and the Holy Spirit into Christ's body the church (BCP, p. 298). Accordingly, Confirmation has been increasingly understood in terms of a mature, public reaffirmation of the Christian faith and the baptismal promises. Some dioceses require that candidates for Confirmation be at least sixteen years old to insure that the candidates are making a mature and independent affirmation of their faith. There is considerable diversity of understanding and practice concerning Confirmation in the Episcopal Church. Confirmation has been characterized as "a rite seeking a theology."

When Confirmation/Reception/Reaffirmation is celebrated on Sunday or a major feast, the propers (collect and readings) for that day are used. The BCP also provides special propers for Confirmation at other times.

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John Sullivan
Director of Music
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Dawn Carter
Worship Ministry Co-Chair
Todd Hinshaw
Worship Ministry Co-Chair
Mary Lyons Rouse
Worship Ministry Communicator
The Rev. Chris Hamby
Associate Rector
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John Sullivan

Director of Music
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John Sullivan first began working at St. James Parish in September of 2006, both as a music teacher in the St. James Day School and also as a tenor in the St. James Choir. In November of 2006, John joined the parish office staff, producing the Sunday bulletins and the weekly Grapevine newsletters, while also serving as the administrative assistant to the Rector. John began as organist and choirmaster at St. James in 2010, where he plays the organ for Sunday morning services, in addition to leading both the adult choir and the children’s choirs. Prior to assuming the position as music director at St. James, John was organist and choirmaster at Grace Episcopal and Christ the King Lutheran Church in Whiteville, NC. John came to Wilmington from San Francisco, CA, where he was a tenor in the Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys and administrator of the cathedral music office at Grace Cathedral for 12 years. A cradle Episcopalian, John grew up in New Jersey where he sang as a boy chorister in the choir of men and boys at Christ Episcopal Church in New Brunswick. John has a Bachelor of Music in piano from Ithaca College, a Master of Music in Choral Conducting from Rutgers University, and a Master of Music in Kodaly Music Education for Children from Holy Names College in Oakland CA.

Dawn Carter

Worship Ministry Co-Chair

Todd Hinshaw

Worship Ministry Co-Chair

Mary Lyons Rouse

Worship Ministry Communicator

The Rev. Chris Hamby

Associate Rector
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Chris Hamby was born and raised in the horse capital of the the world in Lexington, Kentucky. Chris attended Transylvania University before joining the Young Adult Service Corps and serving for a year as an Episcopal Missionary in Nagoya, Japan. Chris attended Virginia Theological Seminary and joined the new Ministry Resident Program which allowed him to serve at Christ Church, Alexandria for two years before joining the family at St. James. Chris is an avid Kentucky basketball and football fan, technology nut, and music lover. He and his wife Mandy have two children Lewis and Wilson. He is involved with missionalvoices.com.

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Friday, 1/22 at 8:00 AM
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Sunday, 1/24 at 9:30 AM
Holy Eucharist Rite II
Sunday, 1/24 at 10:30 AM
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Sunday, 1/24 at 4:00 PM
Winter Worship/Downtown Campus

Weekday Morning Prayer on ZOOM

Monday, January 18, 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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We’d love to have you join us on weekday mornings at 8:00 am for Morning Prayer on our Zoom! Zoom is a video conferencing tool that allows us to hear and see one another.

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Tuesday, January 19, 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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We’d love to have you join us on weekday mornings at 8:00 am for Morning Prayer on our Zoom! Zoom is a video conferencing tool that allows us to hear and see one another.

Below are some resources for next week's Morning Prayer and the Zoom Link to long in. Follow the link at 8:00 a.m. on weekdays to participate.

  • Use this link to find this week’s readings for Morning Prayer

New to using Zoom? That's okay! Chris put together a wonderful tutorial page. CLICK HERE to see the tutorials.

Don't worry if you missed morning prayer! You can always catch our replays on OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL.



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Weekday Morning Prayer on ZOOM

Wednesday, January 20, 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Morning Prayer is live on Zoom! Use THIS LINK to tune in. Password 1729.

We’d love to have you join us on weekday mornings at 8:00 am for Morning Prayer on our Zoom! Zoom is a video conferencing tool that allows us to hear and see one another.

Below are some resources for next week's Morning Prayer and the Zoom Link to long in. Follow the link at 8:00 a.m. on weekdays to participate.

  • Use this link to find this week’s readings for Morning Prayer

New to using Zoom? That's okay! Chris put together a wonderful tutorial page. CLICK HERE to see the tutorials.

Don't worry if you missed morning prayer! You can always catch our replays on OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL.



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Weekday Morning Prayer on ZOOM

Thursday, January 21, 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Morning Prayer is live on Zoom! Use THIS LINK to tune in. Password 1729.

We’d love to have you join us on weekday mornings at 8:00 am for Morning Prayer on our Zoom! Zoom is a video conferencing tool that allows us to hear and see one another.

Below are some resources for next week's Morning Prayer and the Zoom Link to long in. Follow the link at 8:00 a.m. on weekdays to participate.

  • Use this link to find this week’s readings for Morning Prayer

New to using Zoom? That's okay! Chris put together a wonderful tutorial page. CLICK HERE to see the tutorials.

Don't worry if you missed morning prayer! You can always catch our replays on OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL.



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Friday, January 22, 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/414191126?pwd=MGl3QUpWSnZiUHFOaHdYaE1TeDhZZz09

Morning Prayer is live on Zoom! Use THIS LINK to tune in. Password 1729.

We’d love to have you join us on weekday mornings at 8:00 am for Morning Prayer on our Zoom! Zoom is a video conferencing tool that allows us to hear and see one another.

Below are some resources for next week's Morning Prayer and the Zoom Link to long in. Follow the link at 8:00 a.m. on weekdays to participate.

  • Use this link to find this week’s readings for Morning Prayer

New to using Zoom? That's okay! Chris put together a wonderful tutorial page. CLICK HERE to see the tutorials.

Don't worry if you missed morning prayer! You can always catch our replays on OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL.



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Holy Eucharist Rite II

Sunday, January 24, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Join us as we worship outside at Mt. Lebanon Chapel.

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Holy Eucharist Rite II

Sunday, January 24, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Join us as we worship outside at Mt. Lebanon Chapel.

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Winter Worship/Downtown Campus

Sunday, January 24, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Join us as we worship outside at Mt. Lebanon Chapel. Come join us at Lebanon Chapel, as the youth guide us through this wonderful Sunday evening worship service with Eucharist. All are welcome…..those who are young, and those who are young at heart. We will be enjoying music known to most people, sharing amazing liturgies and praying together as a community of faith. Our worship will begin 5 o’clock so plan to arrive a bit earlier. Please wear your masks. Bring chairs or a blanket for your family to sit on. You may want to bring snacks for your children! To gather safely and to see one another will add joy to this worship experience! Please join us!

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Sermons

  • Jan 17 | The Rev. Chris Hamby
    Second Sunday After the Epiphany Year B
  • Jan 10 | The Rev. Michael Singer
    First Sunday After the Epiphany Year B
  • Jan 3 | The Rev. Michael Singer
    Second Sunday of Christmas Year B
  • Dec 27 | The Rev. Pierce Klemmt
    First Sunday of Christmas Year B
  • Dec 20 | The Rev. Cheryl Brainard
    Fourth Sunday of Advent Year B

St. James Parish
25 S. Third Street
Wilmington, NC 28401

Phone: 910.763.1628


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St. James Mission Statement: To welcome all to grow in love of God and neighbor.

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Sundays - Outdoors at Mt. Lebanon Chapel & Downtown

  • 9:30 a.m. | Holy Eucharist, Rite II | Mt. Lebanon Chapel
  • 10:30 a.m. | Holy Eucharist, Rite II | Mt. Lebanon Chapel
  • 4:00 p.m. | Winter Worship at 4 | St. James Lawn Down Town

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Sundays - Outdoors at Mt. Lebanon Chapel & Downtown

  • 9:30 a.m. | Holy Eucharist, Rite II | Mt. Lebanon Chapel
  • 10:30 a.m. | Holy Eucharist, Rite II | Mt. Lebanon Chapel
  • 4:00 p.m. | Winter Worship at 4 | St. James Lawn Down Town

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We extend a sincere welcome to you and we hope you will come and find your place at St. James. We have long been an active, working church with parishioners who play a vital role in parish ministries and community life. The range of St. James' ministries is as broad as the interests of its members.

Christian Formation for children endeavors to support and supplement the family's efforts to raise children as followers of Christ. Children's Formation includes Sunday classes as well as seasonal festivals and intergenerational events. Preschool ages 2 to 5 years, and grades 1 through 5 use a lectionary-based curriculum enhanced with art and music. Middle school classes include confirmation preparation and current event issues. Senior high classes engage in weekly Bible study from a young person's perspective.

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Holy Eucharist Rite II - 9:30 a.m. - Outdoor Service at Mt. Lebanon Chapel - Please bring your own chair and mask.

Holy Eucharist Rite II - 10:30 a.m. - Outdoor Service at Mt. Lebanon Chapel - Please bring your own chair and mask.

Winter Worship at 4 - 4:00 p.m. - A special service dedicated to ways of worship and a focus on our young people. All are encouraged to come and fellowship with us.


Wednesday Eucharist

Holy Eucharist Rite II - 12:10 p.m. - Currently on hold due to COVID-19

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St. James Parish occupies a full city block in downtown Wilmington, surrounded by Market St., 3rd Street, Dock Street, and 4th Street. Parking is available through the week and on Sundays on Market, 3rd, Dock and 4th Streets, adjacent to the church. Although the street parking is free, please note that on weekdays, parking on Market, 3rd and 4th Streets (other than the block of 4th Street behind the church property) is restricted to 2 hours, after which parking fines may be imposed by the City of Wilmington.

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Membership at St. James, as with any other Episcopal parish, is governed by Canonical requirements of the Episcopal Church. It begins with the Sacrament of Holy Baptism, it continues with confirmation or reception by a bishop of the Episcopal Church, and it is maintained through a continuing commitment to the mission and ministries of the local parish.

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