Congregational Care is crucial to our St James family. During hard times and happy times for our members, Congregational Care ministries strive to show love and support to one another through a variety of ministries. Our vision is to strengthen the community and our faith through giving and receiving. Lay members as well as our clergy consider it a privilege to be present for one another. Please consider being part of one or more of these ministries.
It is in giving that we receive, and more volunteers would be welcomed!
Members visit parishioners who are homebound or in care facilities. There are three teams which are assigned every three months to visit 3-5 people during the month. Visits last from 15-45 minutes and many Care Guild members participated in
COHI training. If you know of someone who needs care or you would like to participate in this vital ministry, please contact the team leader.…
Following each Sunday's services, members of the Flower Guild rotate delivering the altar flowers to parishioners in hospitals, nursing homes, homes or to those celebrating special events. Names of recipients are usually given to us by the clergy, but feel free to make requests. If you know someone who would enjoy the altar flowers, or if you're interested in becoming a part of …
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This is a group of St. James parishioners who participated in the 14 module COHI training. They have hospital minister badges and visit parishioners who are in the hospital. Please contact the church office if you have a hospital stay. Advance notice of upcoming surgeries is very helpful. We want to pray for you and would also like to pay a short visit when possible.
Hospital Vi…
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This is a Confidential Prayer Group of dedicated St James parishioners who offer daily intercessory prayer for the needs and concerns of members and friends of St James Parish. All information is held in the strictest confidence. Prayers will be offered for one month or longer if requested.
Anyone who feels called to the ministry of confidential prayer, please contact the Rev. …
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St. Martha's Guild provides care to St. James parishioners by delivering meals to the sick, the bereaved and to families with new babies. We also write notes, make phone calls and deliver simple gifts or food to individuals and families confronted with life's ups and downs. St. Martha's Guild is also responsible for the coordination of our parish's funeral receptions. This guild…
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A number of support groups meet on a regular basis to support one another through shared circumstances. See calendar listings for details.
AA
Al-Anon
Divorce Support-contact Cheryl Brainard for upcoming events
Marriage Enrichment-contact Cheryl Brainard for upcoming events
Telling Your Story - Guided Autobiography Class
“Telling Your Story” through Guided Autobiography RETURNS THIS FALL!
Many adults would like to share the story of their lives, but don’t know where or how to begin. The Birren Method of Guided Autobiography offers a series of themes and...
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Congregational Care Update: Hospital Stays
Privacy policies matter. In recent months, hospital procedures have been adjusted to help protect personal health information. For the purposes of the church, this means that clergy no longer have direct access to a list of Episcopal patients in...
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Living Well in the Midst of Grief and Loss
When someone you love dies, you experience grief in a number of ways and one size does not fit all. The way we react to and process grief depends on the relationship, manner of death, if and how you were able to say goodbye, your beliefs, your ba...
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Living Well in the Midst of Grief and Loss
When someone you love dies, you experience grief in a number of ways and one size does not fit all. The way we react to and process grief depends on the relationship, manner of death, if and how you were able to say goodbye, your beliefs, your ba...
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Ministry Development: Divorce & Separation Support
If you are going through a separation or divorce, your St. James community is exploring how best we can support you. For those of you who previously experienced a separation or divorce, any thoughts you might have on how our parish could have s...
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Ministry Opportunity: Pen Pals Wanted!
Love to connect with others through the written word? We have the perfect opportunity for you! We are in need of more PenPals! We're looking for members of St. James who write a good note. Pen Pals write shut-ins, those recovering at home, and th...
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Associate Rector
Congregational Care Commission Co-Chair
Congregational Care Commission Co-Chair
Congregational Care Communicator
Vestry Class of 2024 - Congregational Care Vestry Liaison
