Community Care and Inreach
We honor the full sacramental ministries of our church as centered in the office of the priest. We see the pastoral work of our parish, however, as the concern of both clergy and laity. Indeed several of our ministries have begun as lay initiatives. We value the diversity and inclusivity of our church community:
Hospitality: We have long been known as “The Friendly Little Church on Broadway.” At St. James, hospitality begins the moment a newcomer walks through the doors and is offered a welcome bag containing information on the parish. We follow up with refreshments after the late service on Sunday mornings, monthly fellowship dinners, and potluck luncheons. Read more
Eucharistic Visitors: Administer Holy Communion to persons unable to attend services. Read more
Daughters of the King: An international order of Episcopal women whose purpose is to help strengthen the spiritual life of the parish. Our chapter coordinates a prayer chain and serves families in times of grief or crisis. Read more
Episcopal Church Women: Ministry of service and fellowship which gives to a variety of mission projects. Special fund-raisers include the annual Stars of St. James dinner to recognize the many contributions of St. James’ women, the holiday season market of Festive Foods made by ECW members, and the yearly shower for Camp Billy Johnson, a camp for underprivileged youth sponsored by the diocese. Read more
Episcopal Peace Fellowship: A chapter of a national fellowship dedicated to prayer, study, and action focused on peacemaking within the church and the broader world. Read more
Men’s Group: Meets monthly for fellowship and to plan service projects. Read more
Stephen Ministry: Offers care to parish members struggling with life’s difficulties. These ministers are trained to listen and bring Christian caring to our parish family. Read more
Prayer Shawl Ministry: A relatively new group that gives prayer shawls“begun with love, knitted and blessed with prayer” to those suffering spiritual or physical maladies or celebrating memorable events. Read more
St Francis Guild: Maintains and beautifies the grounds. Read more
Kitchen Committee: Maintains a clean and well-equipped kitchen. Read more
Memorial Committee: Provides management and oversight, with the Rector's approval, in receiving, acknowledging, and using Memorial Funds and gifts as well as overseeing the Memorial Garden. Read more
Library Committee: Provides a growing collection of fiction and non-fiction materials as well as resources for Christian growth and Education. Read more
