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Parish Life

St. James Episcopal Church has gotten creative with Parish Life opportunities over the last couple of years. We offer in-person, online, and even hybrid opportunities to connect. We invite you to come and see! We’ve made a commitment to maintaining our connection while fostering our relationship with our neighbors and with God.
Commission Contacts: Porter Young, [email protected], Virginia Pierce, [email protected], & Hannah Brownlow, [email protected]

The Parish Event Committee facilitates parish events. We coordinate set-up, decorations, food/beverages and clean up. We hope that through these events, parishioners and guests will find a gathering which fosters fellowship and camaraderie while partaking of a nice meal and ‘spiritual’ beverage if desired. Simple events planned via email or meetings for more involved events. Committee members might help with food preparation, set-up, serving and/or clean-up. This committee is a great way to meet and serve with fellow parishioners. The work is light and divided among the members. We have a good time and we would love to have you on board. Please join us!

Contacts: Marietta Gwathmey, [email protected]




Parish Events

There's always something happening at St. James Parish. Keep an eye on our calendar for upcoming events for all ages.

If you would like to host an event on the Downtown Campus or at Mt. Lebanon Chapel, please complete our ONLINE FORM or reach out to our Director of Facilities, Wes Clewis at [email protected].



Small Group Offerings

Find your small group! St. James parishioners regularly meet to share food, stories, prayers, grief, joys, and so much more. If you're new to St. James and interested in quickly expanding your community, you'll want to attend one of these great events to see what it's all about.





Bread Breakers

For those who are new to St. James, the Bread Breakers began as a group of families with young children. With this group, you'll find a little chaos and a lot of laughter. Come join the fun, you don't need to have kids to be a part of the community! All are welcome.
Our monthly gatherings 'Hospitality at Home' include a potluck meal, plenty of time and space for conversation and…
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Episcopal Church Women

ECW officially stands for Episcopal Church Women - we have also heard it to mean Everyone Caring and Working! As a member of St. James', every woman is automatically a member of ECW. We encourage women to participate and help with activities that ECW sponsors - like our annual bake sale, our parish life events, our evening out in February. We look forward to bringing Sheri Castle…
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Foyer Groups

Would you like to know members of the St. James community at a deeper level? The perfect solution is joining a Foyers group. "What's that," you ask? It's a group of 12-14 members including couples and singles who gather in members' homes or at a local restaurant, a park or the beach for a meal and socializing about every six to eight weeks. All ages are welcome.

New groups a…
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Men On A Mission

Men on a Mission, affectionately known as "MoM," is a group of St. James men who join forces in a fun way to focus on Service and Fellowship at St. James and throughout our community. We currently have over 170 members. The purpose of Men on a Mission is to provide the men of our parish with an opportunity to get to know each other better and to work together to serve our par…
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Online Community

Connect with us online! A great way to engage with the St. James family is through our social media. Find us on:

  • Facebook - @stjamesp
  • Instagram - @stjamesparish
  • YouTube - St. James Parish

We invite everyone to share with us using the #sjpwilmington, #sjpmomentofjoy, and #sjdswilmington for the Day School!


Get to know the St. James Parish Community. We have several ways …

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Episcoposse Women's Group: March Gathering

Episcoposse Women's Group: March Gathering

Ladies (21+) are invited to join us as we gather! This group meets once a month to discuss the Don’t Mom Alone Podcast, books and the day to day challenges of living faith. Join together in prayer, fellowship, and connect with other women! This...
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Mt. Lebanon Chapel Clean Up Day

Mt. Lebanon Chapel Clean Up Day

Please mark your calendars and join a day of fun on Saturday, April 1 st at Mount Lebanon Chapel starting at 9:00 am. We will be fine-tuning this sacred place or worship (building and grounds) for our spring services. There will be activities fo...
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Full-Court Fellowship

Full-Court Fellowship

Ready to get out and active? Men of the parish are invited to join our High School boys for pick-up basketball games on Sunday evenings at 7:15 p.m. following Youth Group. We'll take a break midway for a reflection or devotional of some sort. L...
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Wednesday Night Dinners: Lenten Series

Wednesday Night Dinners: Lenten Series

Parish Dinners during Lent are here! We invite you all to save your Wednesday nights for dinner and fellowship during the month of March. Here's a look at all the wonderful events happening on Wednesdays. 5:45 - 6:15 PM: Children's Choir ...
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Bread Breakers': Take Me Out to the Ballgame

Bread Breakers': Take Me Out to the Ballgame

Save the date for April 2nd! Instead of our usual Hospitality at Home potluck, we'll be gathering together for the UNCW vs. NC A&T Baseball Game. The game starts at 1:00 p.m. Please use the button below to sign up for tickets. We've got a block...
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Embroidery Ministry: Thanking Lynn Calder

Embroidery 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...
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Around the Parish: Meet the Choir

Around the Parish: Meet the Choir

We see and hear the St. James Choir each week, and we might know the faces. With the July Grapevine, we begin to introduce the members of the choir, beginning with those who have served longest, and who share what it’s like to lift our praises...
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Around the Parish: A Wes' Eye View

Around the Parish: A Wes' Eye View

Our Facilities Manager, Wes Clewis, certainly has a lot to do with keeping our beautiful campuses worship ready! Wes has taken on some special projects this summer and we want to take a moment to share with you someof the things that are happenin...
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Wes Clewis Accepts Award from Historical Society

Wes Clewis Accepts Award from Historical Society

This May, our fabulous Facilities Manager, Wes Clewis, received some well-deserved recognition from The Historic Wilmington Foundation. Wes accepted the 2022 Preservation Award on behalf of St. James Parish. We thank Wes for all of his hard work...
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Greeter Ministry Honors the Parkers

Fostering a true spirit of welcome is something all churches strive for. If anyone wants to know what is expected of the congregation, look no further than to what Ann and John Parker have been doing in our sanctuary for decades. As we rebuild ou...
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Vestry Class of 2024 - Parish Life Vestry Liaison

Hannah Brownlow

Parish Life Ministry

Virginia Pierce

Parish Life Ministry

Porter Young

Parish Life Ministry Co-Chair

Web Cowden

Vestry Class of 2024 - Parish Life Vestry Liaison

Parish Life Events

Wednesday Night Dinners: Lenten Series
Wednesday, Mar 29, 2023, 6:00 PM
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Mt. Lebanon Chapel Clean Up Day
Saturday, Apr 01, 2023, 9:00 AM
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Bread Breakers': Take Me Out to the Ballgame
Sunday, Apr 02, 2023, 1:00 PM
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Episcoposse Women's Group: March Gathering
Thursday, Apr 27, 2023, 7:00 PM
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Parish Life Parish Events Small Group Offerings Bread Breakers Episcopal Church Women Foyer Groups Men On A Mission Online Community

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

Phone: 910.763.1628

CHURCH OFFICE HOURS
8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Thursday;
8:30 am to 1:30 pm on Friday.

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ST. JAMES PARISH

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

St. James Vision Statement: To build community through ministries that strengthen our faith.

  • 8:00 AM: Worship at St. James Parish- Holy Eucharist Rite I
  • 9:00 AM: Worship at St. James Parish- Holy Eucharist Rite II & Online Worship
  • 10:10 AM: Faith Formation & Sunday School Hour
  • 11:15 AM: Worship at St. James Parish- Holy Eucharist Rite II & Online Worship

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St. James Parish

Welcome Sunday

  • 8:00 AM: Worship at St. James Parish- Holy Eucharist Rite I
  • 9:00 AM: Worship at St. James Parish- Holy Eucharist Rite II & Online Worship
  • 10:10 AM: Faith Formation & Sunday School Hour
  • 11:15 AM: Worship at St. James Parish- Holy Eucharist Rite II & Online Worship

Click here for service descriptions and more info

Location

St. James Parish
25 S. 3rd Street
Wilmington, NC 28401

Contact Us
910.763.1628

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Welcome Children Service Times Location Membership

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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Sunday Services

On Sunday, we will be offering the following services:

  • 8:00 AM: Worship at St. James Parish- Holy Eucharist Rite I
  • 9:00 AM: Worship at St. James Parish- Holy Eucharist Rite II
  • 10:10 AM: Faith Formation & Sunday School Hour
  • 11:15 AM: Worship at St. James Parish- Holy Eucharist Rite II

Wednesday Eucharist

Holy Eucharist Rite II - 12:10 p.m.

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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.

Maps & Directions

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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On behalf of the wardens and vestry of St. James Parish, we want to thank you for being a part of the Community of St. James. The contributions and the faithful ministries of all who served in various capacities across our parish have helped this parish to fulfill the mission and ministry to which we are called. Let us move Forward Together with Joy, Gratitude, and Generosity!
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