Worship Ministries | St. James Parish

An important part of our heritage as Episcopalians is that our lives are centered around worship which engages the energies of the entire congregation, rather than a performance by the clergy. Therefore, full and deliberate participation by everyone is encouraged by singing hymns, psalms, and canticles; in reciting prayers together; and by joining together in the sacrament of Holy Eucharist. Central to our worship experience is the Book of Common Prayer, an excellent liturgical resource which contains prayers, psalms, service liturgies, and lectionaries, providing a strong base for Christian faith and worship.

Acolyte

Acolytes are 5th – 12th graders who participate and help lead the 9:00 am and 11:15 am worship services.

The acolyte program is starting again!

CLICK HERE FOR THE SPRING-SUMMER SCHEDULE

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP A CRUCIFER

As we return to in-person worship, we would like to welcome all acolytes, both new and returning, to join our services starting this fall. We all know things h…

Altar Guild

The Altar Guild is comprised of communicants who care for and prepare the church for regular and special services. Team members are assigned duties every 4-5 weeks.

Chalicists

This is a group of men and women licensed by the bishop to assist the clergy during communion.

Lay Eucharistic Ministers

This is a group of men and women licensed by the bishop to assist clergy in serving wine and bread at communion and to take communion to parishioners who are unable to attend services.

Lectors

Volunteers read the Old or New Testament lessons or Prayers of the People during Sunday worship services.

CLICK HERE TO SEE SCHEDULE OR SIGN UP TO READ

Linen Guild

These volunteers are responsible for the weekly laundry and care of the altar linens. Teams divide this responsibility yearly.

Ushers

Volunteers welcome everyone to church and assist in the orderly flow of worship services.

CLICK HERE FOR 9:30 SERVICE SCHEDULE

Wedding Guild

Wedding Guild members are present at the weddings held at St. James Church and Lebanon Chapel to assist the clergy and the wedding parties. Teams of two volunteers serve two weddings per season (typically May to August).

Calling All Acolytes

Calling All Acolytes

Wednesday, August 18 at 6:00 p.m. the Acolyte Leadership Team is planning a special dinner for our young people who are interested in learning more about what it means to be an acolyte. CLICK HERE TO RSVP

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Ask Us About Worship!

John Sullivan

Director of Music

910-763-1628

Dawn Carter

Worship Ministry Co-Chair

Todd Hinshaw

Worship Ministry Co-Chair

Mary Lyons Rouse

Worship Ministry Communicator

The Rev. C. Phillip Craig, Jr.

Rector

910-508-3764

Worship Ministries Acolyte Altar Guild Chalicists Lay Eucharistic Ministers Lectors Linen Guild Ushers Wedding Guild

Sermons

Jul 25 | The Rev. Cheryl Brainard
Ninth Sunday After Pentecost - Rev. Cheryl Brainard
Jul 18 | The Rev. Cheryl Brainard
Eighth Sunday after Pentecost Proper 11B- Downtown
Jul 18 | The Rev. C. Phillip Craig, Jr.
Eighth Sunday after Pentecost Proper 11B - MLC
Jul 11 | The Rev. Chris Hamby
Seventh Sunday after Pentecost Proper 10B
Jul 4 | The Rev. Chris Hamby
Sixth Sunday After Pentecost Year B

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

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
9:30 AM: Worship at Mt. Lebanon Chapel- Holy Eucharist Rite II
9:30 AM: Online Worship- Livestream of Mt. Lebanon- Rite II
10:30 AM: Worship at St. James Parish- Holy Eucharist Rite II

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.

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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 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.

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