Blessing of the Backpacks

Sunday, Aug. 16, 10:00 am service

Blessing of the Backpacks: All children are welcome to bring their backpacks to the 10:00 am service for a special prayer and blessing over the new academic year. Join us for a sweet treat after church too!

First Choice Night!

Friday, Aug. 21, 5:00 - 7:30 pm

The extremely popular First Choice Night will be Friday, Aug 21, 5:00 - 7:30 pm. Join us for wine and light hors d'oeuvres and the chance to purchase the best of the donations. It's a good night to bring friends and enjoy top shelf shopping at St. James!

Presale tickets are now available online for $20 only until Thursday, Aug. 20 or in the office, but can also be purchased Friday evening at the door for $25. CLICK HERE to purchase tickets.

SATURDAY SALE DAY, AUGUST 22nd

• Main Sale: 9:00 am - 1:15 pm
• Half-Price Sale: 1:30 - 3:00 pm
• $5.00 Bag Sale: 3:15 - 4:00 pm

Security/Hospitality Volunteers Needed for the White Elephant Sale

The White Elephant Sale needs a few volunteers to welcome our many guests and to keep an eye on security. It requires no experience and actually is fun. It is an excellent opportunity to meet other volunteers and to serve St. James’ many outreach missions. Can you join this tradition at St. James by giving a few hours this year?

The three “shifts” this year are:

[1] Friday Evening (August 21, 4:45-7:45 pm)

[2] Saturday Morning (August 22, 8:45 am to 12:15 pm)

[3] Saturday Afternoon (August 22, 12:00 to 3:30 pm)

If you can serve a shift or even part of a shift please contact Phil Roeder with an e-mail message at proeder@ucsd.edu or leave a voicemail message or text message at (858) 453-9422. Thank you!

New Member Class

Sundays, August 30 & September 13, 9:00 am, Parish Hall

Introduction to St. James : A class for anyone who is new to our parish and for anyone interested in learning more about St. James’ history, worship, ministries, and campus. A space to meet new people and ask questions. August 30 & September 13 @ 9am in the Parish Hall. RSVP to Rev. Abby abby@sjbts.org.

Sunday Sermon

Sunday, Aug. 9, Pentecost 11

Life’s Storms

Jesus called to Peter to get out of the boat and walk on water. And he did, but then he noticed the storm around him. In an intensely personal story, the Rev. Nicole Simopoulos-Pigato asks us “…what storm are you navigating right now in your life,…and whose voice do you hear calling to you through the wind?”

Watch or read the sermons HERE

St. Paul’s Senior Services - SUMMERFEST 2026

Saturday, Aug. 15, 5:00 pm, Humphreys by the Bay

We invite you to join us as the sun sets and the FUN begins at SUMMERFEST 2026 on August 15 at 5 pm. Infused with tropical vibes, interactive entertainment, and vibrant culinary offerings, this year’s event proceeds benefit the renovation of the McColl Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.

Learn more and get tickets HERE