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Our Goals for this Campaign

We want each parishioner to carefully reflect on the many blessings that we have been given, and how we can share these gifts to enhance our ministries within the Community of St. James and beyond.
We want each parishioner to increase their participation in serving our parish community through the various ministries that we offer. Parish volunteers are essential so that we can enhance our ministries and reduce staff costs.
We want every parishioner or family to sign and return a pledge committing financial support to St. James, no matter how small or how large your pledge may be. These pledges are essential for the Community of St. James if we are to accomplish our mission and ministry during this time of transition and beyond. A pledge form is enclosed for this purpose; please sign and return it to the parish by November 24.
We ask every parishioner to keep St. James in your prayers during this time of transition.
Every pledge, no matter how small, is important for this parish to plan the work and carry out the ministries to which we are called.

A Prayer for St. James at this Time of Transition

Almighty God, you know the needs of your church in every place. Look graciously upon the people of St. James Parish and grant us the guidance of your Holy Spirit as we move through this time of transition. Thank you for the faithful stewards you have provided, and will provide, for our leadership. Give us discernment, wisdom, patience and confidence in your timing. Help us to care for each other with mutual trust, respect, kindness and clarity of purpose. You are the Good Shepherd, and we ask you to shepherd us throughout this journey. In the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, we pray. AMEN

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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.

Sunday Services
Holy Eucharist Rite I - 8:00 a.m. - This quiet service does not include music.

Holy Eucharist Rite II - 9:00 a.m. - The music reflects varied styles and special opportunity for children and youth to participate as leaders in worship.

Holy Eucharist Rite II - 11:15 a.m. - A more formal and traditional style of worship with the ministry of our fine choir to lead us.

Wednesday Eucharist

Holy Eucharist Rite II - 12:10 p.m. - We gather for worship in the chapel usually celebrating the life of a Saint.

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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.

Thank you for supporting the mission and ministry of St. James 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. This year, with the challenges and opportunities at this time of transition, we are asking you to seriously consider committing to a pledge for 2020 so that we can more effectively plan the parish budget and the programs for 2020.

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 Parish Administrator Jerry Worley if you have any questions.