The photo above is shared by our parish administrator, someone with a long history with St. James'. Luann tells us about the history of the items in the picture. The picture of St. James' was painted by Dori Smith (deceased member), mother of Diane Umile, one of the original members of Forever Endeavour. The Christmas tree and ornaments belonged to the Women of St. James'. The tree was used at the Christmas bazaar to sell ornaments. The angel on top of the tree was made by Pat … [Read more...]
Acolyte Festival National Cathedral 2016
St. James' was represented at the National Acolyte Festival in Washington DC on Saturday, October 8. Macayla Symonds and mom Kim made the trip to our nation's capitol to participate in the event for the first time. Macayla had the privledge of having her picture taken with Right Reverend Gene Robinson IX Bishop of New Hampshire. Kim was able to get a couple of additional photos of the general happenings at the festival. More information about the Festival. … [Read more...]
Blessing of the Animals
The Annual Blessing of the Animals took place on Sunday afternoon, October 2 in the side churchyard of St. James' Church. The blessing of pets and animals is often celebrated on October 4, the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, or on a Sunday near that date. … [Read more...]
Picnic Fun For Everyone
The Membership, Communication & Evangelism Committee sponsored the 2016 Fall Picnic. In honor of the summer Olympic games, they turned the family friendly event into the St. James' Olympic Picnic! It was an afternoon of food, fellowship and fun at Bell Tavern Park in Downingtown on Sunday, September 18th. We are lucky to have some great photos of the fun. Plans for next year are already underway. … [Read more...]
Troops Sunday
On Sunday, March 6 during coffee hour, we gathered in Bartholomew Hall to write our sentiments in greeting cards to be sent to U.S. troops serving overseas. Sunday school kids created some edible Easter bunnies out of a Hershey's chocolate nugget with the message "Somebunny Loves You." … [Read more...]
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