The parishioners of St. James’ Church are saddened to have lost our beloved Rector, Rev. John W. Symonds on June 19, 2022 after enduring a six-month battle with metastatic pancreatic cancer. We are comforted in knowing he is with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Fr. John was called to St. James’ Church, Downingtown to be our Rector in December 2015. He was a wonderful priest, enriching our congregation spiritually and supporting our various community outreach programs. His favorites being, … [Read more...]
Thrift Shop Renamed
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...]
Holy Week Worship Schedule
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...]
Ash Wednesday Services
Christmas 2021 at St. James’
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...]
Blessing of the Toys
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...]
FREE Advent Event on November 18th and Continued on December 16th
"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...]
Adult Book Study November 2021
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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