The Messenger

The Messenger is St. James quarterly newsletter where you can learn of news, events, and ways to serve through St. James Episcopal Church.

The Herald

The Herald is St. James weekly enewsletter where you can learn of news, events, and ways to serve through St. James Episcopal Church.

News

Growing for Tomorrow, Today Pledging Update

A few Sundays ago, we had a wonderfully successful in-gathering of pledges as we asked God's blessing to be upon St. James and the gift we give as we look to the coming year. We are off to an incredible start to help ensure we see solid increases in the 2026 budget....

Clergy Purse for Fr. Drew

As previously shared, Fr. Drew has accepted a call to serve as the next rector of Christ Church in Savannah, GA. His last Sunday at St. James will be December 7. The Vestry invites you to contribute to a clergy purse being collected in his honor. (No, we do not mean a...

Advent Wreath Making

Haul out the holly! Sunday, November 30, marks the first Sunday of Advent in 2025 and ushers in the annual St. James Advent Wreath Making event! Children will be able to create ornaments for the Foyer Christmas tree. All are invited to join in the fun in Coleman Hall...

Outreach Sunday

At the 10:30 a.m. service, we will recognize all those participating in our outreach efforts. Be sure to check out the Outreach insert for ways to get further involved in serving our neighbors! Members of the Outreach Committee will be on hand in Coleman Hall to...

Sunday Book Club

All are welcome for the next gathering of the Sunday Book Club on November 23 at 9:15 a.m. in the Parlor, an informal discussion-based group discusses titles pertinent to a life of faith. The group will discuss Walter Bruggemann's From Judgement to Hope: A Study on...

Season of Giving: Angel Tree

St. James is again collaborating with Volunteers of America to provide Christmas gifts for children and adults in need. Angels are available in the Foyer. Please do not take an angel unless someone is there to receive your contact information. Return gifts no later...

Fall Hospitality Party

The Associate Vestry invites you to join in fellowship for a catered affair with drinks and great company Friday, November 14th from 6 to 9 p.m. General parking is located at 7456 S. Bocage Ct. Please click the blue button below for printable directions. There will be...

Reflection on Giving by Pat Broderick

With the Annual Pledging season coming to an end in six days, we want to show how your pledge makes a difference. As we look to the future, we are hoping to increase our overall pledge total by 10% or more. This growth will help us: keep pace with rising costs, expand...

A Reflection on Giving by Susan White

Our 2026 Annual Pledging season is in full-swing and as we look to the future, we are hoping to increase our overall pledge total by 10% or more. This growth will help us: keep pace with rising costs, expand our ministries for youth and families, strengthen our...

Reflection on Giving by Carly Whatley

Our 2026 Annual Pledging season is now underway, and this year's theme is Growing for Tomorrow, Today! This Theme captures our shared commitment to nurturing the future of our church community. Read more below about how Carly supports St. James and Growing for...