Parish Life | St. James Parish

St. James Episcopal Church has gotten creative with Parish Life opportunities over the last year. We invite you to come and see! We've made a commitment to maintaining our connection while respecting the rules of social distancing.

Announcements

Keep up with everything that's going on at St. James Parish!

You can find our SERVICE BULLETINS HERE.

Get a full rundown with our MOST RECENT EDITION OF THE WEEKLY..

Scroll down to see our upcoming Bible Studies, Small Groups, Outreach Opportunities, & more!

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 reach out to Facilities Administrator, Bill McKenzie at [email protected].

Small Groups

Find a small group that speaks to you with one of our many Bible Studies, Classes, Meet-ups, and more. If you’re new to St. James and interested in quickly expanding your community, you’ll want to attend one to see what it’s all about.

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 …

Silent Auction 2021

Silent Auction 2021

Dear Friends, In 2021 young people and adults from St. James will be participating in a variety of mission and outreach opportunities. We will be listening to the needs of the people whom we are serving and we will be listening to the storie...

In-Person Worship - January 17, 2021

In-Person Worship - January 17, 2021

Here's what to expect as we WORSHIP in-person OUTDOORS! We're thrilled to be worshiping together...

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Porter Young

Parish Life Ministry Co-Chair

Web Cowden

Parish Life Ministry Co-Chair

Kenan Drum

Parish Life Ministry Communicator

The Rev. Chris Hamby

Associate Rector

910-763-1628

Parish Life Announcements Parish Events Small Groups Online Community

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.

Sunday Services
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

Click here for service descriptions and more info

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.

Thank you for supporting the mission and ministry of St. James Parish! For more information see our give page.

To give a gift now, click the button below. To pledge, please login to Realm and follow the instructions in this VIDEO. Nothing Can Separate Us From the Love of God!

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. This year, with the challenges and opportunities at this time of transition, we are asking you to seriously consider committing to a pledge for 2021 so that we can more effectively plan the parish budget and the programs for 2021. #nothingcanseparateus

The St. James Parish Foundation was established in 2003 with the mission of supporting the needs of St. James Parish’s wonderful and historic church campus in perpetuity. The Foundation supports its mission by providing financial contributions to the Parish through targeted distributions for capital or specific campaign-related needs. Those contributions are through the assets that have been so generously donated to St. James Parish over the years by its’ congregation. The St. James Foundation is essential to the vitality, growth, stability and success of our parish. Its grants support the mission of the Parish, consistent with priorities established by the Vestry and the Rector.

Learn more about the St. James Foundation

Access your giving history and discover your St. James Parish community. Contact our Financial Administrator, Maria Hollopeter if you have any questions.