Dear Friends in Christ, We are happy to share with you the good news that Bishop Gutierrez has approved St. James’ plan to reopen our church for worship on Sunday July 12! Starting on that day, we will continue with our virtual Rite II service (but at 9:00 a.m.) and add a live service at 11:00. All of this grows from the work of the Worship Committee and from a special Restart Committee formed by your vestry to develop and recommend what is needed to open safely. As you will see from the … [Read more...]
Reopening St. James’ Church for Sunday Services
Greetings St. James' Parishioners, By now you have all received the letter from Dick McConnell and myself announcing in-person services beginning on July 12 (if you have not, a copy can be found here). While we are excited to see each other again, we will not be able to worship together as we last did in early March. Using guidance from the Bishop’s office, we have designed a process with everyone’s safety at the forefront. With that in mind, here’s what you need to know: … [Read more...]
MUMBLING MOSES MOUTH SNACKS
Kindness comes in many forms, from helping with chores, to comforting a sad friend and of course, spreading sunshine with your words. Maybe this sweet mouth snack will help you with your own sweet words! Ingredients: Apple slices Caramel dip or your favorite jam Mini marshmallows Lemon juice (optional) Directions: Soak the apple slices in lemon juice for five minutes to keep them turning brown, if desired. Spread caramel sauce or jam on one apple slice, then add mini … [Read more...]
STICKS AND STONES CATAPULT
“Make sure that nobody pays back wrong for wrong, but always try to be kind to each other and to everyone else.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:15 “An anxious heart weighs a man down, but a kind word cheers him up.” – Proverbs 12:25 They say “sticks and stones may break your bones but words can never hurt you.” But that’s not always true, is it? Words can hurt other people’s feelings just like sticks and stones hurt their bodies. The good news? Saying kind and loving things to each other can do just as … [Read more...]
A BEAUTIFUL WORLD SNACK
Nature wouldn’t be half so interesting without all the fun animals and other creatures crawling, running and flying everywhere! You can make some of your own with this Animal Cracker snack. Ingredients: Graham crackers Mini marshmallows Large marshmallow Chocolate chips Decorator icing Directions: Break graham crackers into square halves. Cut large marshmallow in half. Using icing as glue, add one half large marshmallow in the bottom middle of each cracker as … [Read more...]
A BEAUTIFUL WORLD SUNCATCHER
The Earth is the Lord’s and all that is in it, the world, and those who live in it; for God founded it on the seas, and established it on the rivers. – Psalm 24:1-2 This is what the Lord says, He who appoints the sun to shine by day, who decrees the moon and stars to shine by night, who stirs up the sea so that its waves roar – the Lord Almighty is His name. – Jeremiah 31:35 As we all get a chance to get outside a little more and enjoy the world around us, try to take a moment and ask your … [Read more...]
VBS 2020 – KIDS CORNER
Summer programming for the children in our community has taken quite a hit this year! But St. James Church remains committed to offering religious-themed opportunities for kids even when we can’t gather in person. Sadly, our traditional Vacation Bible School camp is not an option this summer. Instead, we are offering a series of crafts, activities and snacks kids can do at home. Whenever you need an idea for a fun, kid-friendly activity, just check us out! Each week on our web site, you’ll … [Read more...]
VBS 2020
KIDS CORNER Summer programming for the children in our community has taken quite a hit this year! But St. James Church remains committed to offering religious-themed opportunities for kids even when we can’t gather in person. Sadly, our traditional Vacation Bible School camp is not an option this summer. Instead, we are offering a series of crafts, activities and snacks kids can do at home. Whenever you need an idea for a fun, kid-friendly activity, just check us out! Each week on our web … [Read more...]
Ascension Day Virtual Rite II Holy Eucharist Worship Service
Mark Your Calendar Now for this special virtual Rite II service with Holy Communion to celebrate the Ascension of our Lord Jesus Christ Thursday, May 21st at 7:00 pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/stjameschurchdowningtown/videos/1303974146464647/ … [Read more...]
Adopt-A-Highway Clean Up
Come out and beautify your community with St. James' Episcopal church beginning at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 13th. Social distancing guidelines will be followed by all volunteers to ensure safety. For more information contact Paul Okupniarek at [email protected] … [Read more...]
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