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Thrift Shop Renamed

06/09/2022 by Christine Deitcher

The Thrift Shop Renamed “The Father John Symonds Thrift Shop at St. James’ Church” There is perhaps no more fitting tribute to Father John, since the Thrift Shop has been close to his heart since he first arrived here at St. James’. He has been a frequent visitor and a great supporter not only of the shop itself, but of the volunteers who work so hard to make it a success.  The St. James’ Thrift Shop was established in 1977 to help those in need in the community purchase secondhand clothing, … [Read more...]

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Holy Week Worship Schedule

03/28/2022 by Christine Deitcher

  HOLY WEEK WORSHIP SCHEDULE Sunday of the Passion:  PALM SUNDAY, April 10 8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite I - In-person 9:00 a.m. Bible Study, Coffee Hour in Bartholomew Hall 10:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II, Traditional with music In-person and livestream via Facebook and YouTube   MAUNDY THURSDAY, April 14 7:00 p.m. - Holy Eucharist Rite II   GOOD FRIDAY, April 15 Noon - Good Friday Liturgy 7:00 p.m. Good Friday Liturgy    The … [Read more...]

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Ash Wednesday Services

02/05/2022 by Christine Deitcher

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Christmas 2021 at St. James’

12/09/2021 by Christine Deitcher

Holden Evening Prayer Dec. 15th - 7 pm Christmas Pageant Rehearsal – December 19 @ 9 am Parents please get your children to the parish by 8:45am and check in with Rebecca Barger to participate in the pageant. Christmas Pageant Service – December 19 @ 10:15 am You are invited to join the St. James’ Church School children and Journey to Adulthood youth for this year’s Christmas Pageant. Christmas Eve Service Dec. 24th - 7 pm No Christmas Day Service Blessing of the Toys Dec. … [Read more...]

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Blessing of the Toys

12/09/2021 by Christine Deitcher

Calling all kids! You are invited to bring your new favorite toy to church on Sunday, December 26th at the 10:15 am service for Father John to give it a blessing.   … [Read more...]

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FREE Advent Event on November 18th and Continued on December 16th

11/13/2021 by Christine Deitcher

"Bread for the Journey" is an online series offered to all by the Diocese of Pennsylvania to provide a time to connect in community. About this event Registrants will receive a zoom link by email after they register. Advent reflections from the Holy Land with the Very Rev. Richard Sewell, Dean of St George’s College, Jerusalem. Richard will draw on his deep knowledge of the holy sites and the realities of the current situation in Israel and Palestine to offer spiritual food … [Read more...]

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Adult Book Study November 2021

11/13/2021 by Christine Deitcher

On November 14th and 21st, the Chair of St. James’ Education Committee, Jack N. Edmonds and priest, Father John Symonds will host an adult book study during the Christian Formation hour held from 9:15 am – 10:00 am in Bartholomew Hall. The book chosen for this study is “Mere Christianity,” by C.S. Lewis. All are WELCOME to attend. … [Read more...]

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Speaker and Educator Ron Barnes to Join us on October 31st and November 7th during Christian Formation Hour

10/22/2021 by Christine Deitcher

JOIN ST. JAMES’ AT ITS CHRISTIAN FORMATION hour (9:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.) on October 31st and November 7th to learn about the world’s “Most Important Teacher” and how we who are Christian are called to follow the same. This two-week presentation will be led by former Philadelphia schools educator and local resident Ron Barnes. Ron is a Christian with Baptist roots and a zealous passion for the formation of all peoples, perhaps most especially youth. He is also interested in prison ministry and … [Read more...]

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