SPECIAL SUNDAY SERVICES

NOVEMBER 3

THIS Sunday, November 3rd, we celebrate ALL SAINTS DAY, where our Children and Youth will be playing an important role in all elements of the service.

NOVEMBER 10

NEXT Sunday, November 10th, we celebrate REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY, which will include an offering of Fauré's Requiem throughout the service. (read more about it below)

Newcomers Brunch

Sunday, Nov. 3, 11:15 am, Parish Hall

All new or newly returned members of St. James are warmly invited to brunch following the 10am service (approx. 11:15am) on Sunday, November 3rd.

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Join us to connect with the clergy, staff, and other new members and to hear more about what’s happening at St. James. Kids are welcome to attend.

RSVP to Rev. Abby (abby@sjbts.org or 858-459-3421

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STEWARDSHIP 2025 "Be Transformed"

Stewardship 2025 Well Underway

Nearly three weeks into our annual stewardship campaign, we have already received pledges from 75 households—a good start to reaching our goal of 210! You should all have received a pledge card in the mail. If not, extras are available in the pew racks, with the ushers, or in the office.

See the letter HERE. Online Pledge Card HERE.

For additional information, contact Walter at walter@sjbts.org.

Noon Organ Recital with Michael Lawrence

Wednesday, Oct. 30, 12:45 pm

We welcome Michael Lawrence for our October Organ Recital after the Noon Eucharist. He is the Music Director for First United Methodist Church, La Mesa.

This recital series will continue throughout the year featuring a wide array of talented organists, helping to showcase our new Rosales/Parsons Pipe Organ.

Children & Youth this Sunday

Sunday, Nov. 3

ALL SAINTS DAY CELEBRATION

9:00 BREAKFAST+SERVICE REHEARSAL- This service is a time for children and youth to serve our parish by leading the worship service. Everyone will have a part—usher, reader, acolyte, priest, altar guild, intercessor, and more! We will begin the morning with breakfast and rehearsal at 9:00 in the Parish Hall. Singing Youth will also practice. All are welcome to come to visit and eat while we prepare to serve during the 10:00 service. Costumes provided.

• 9:45-11:15 - Baby Nursery + Toddler Nursery- Nursery Class is invited to process into the service during the opening hymn and then go to class. Please meet Ms. Alex on the lawn to participate! 
• Children 0-3 will enjoy story, crafts, song, and feast. This week's story + craft is on All Saints Day.
• 10:00 WORSHIP -Children+Youth will lead the 10:00 service and stay the entirety of the service. If you would like a role, please email Leighton for more information at Leighton@sjbts.org
• 11:15 COMMUNITY- After the service, all are welcome to the lawn for refreshments and community. 

Register your kids for Sundays at SJBTS! Click HERE

St. James Choir and Orchestra Offer Fauré’s Requiem

Sunday, November 10, during the 10:00 am service

In honor of Remembrance Sunday, Gabriel Fauré’s beautiful and powerful Requiem Mass in D Minor will be offered as it was originally intended – with each movement being performed as a musical interjection throughout the sacred service. The choir, soloist, and chamber orchestra will be led by Bruce Neswick, our Artist-in-Residence. 

St. James Music Series

Sunday, November 17th at 4:00 pm

Nobuntu!

Nobuntu, the female a cappella quartet from Zimbabwe, has drawn international acclaim for its inventive performances that range from traditional Zimbabwean songs to Afro Jazz to Gospel. The ensemble’s concerts are performed with pure voices, augmented by minimalistic percussion, traditional instruments such as the Mbira (thumb piano) and organic, authentic dance movements, and pure joy. For tickets and more information, click HERE.

St. James Singing Youth - All Saints Day

Practice: Nov. 3, 9:00 am

This group is led by Sydney for children and youth interested in singing. They will perform the practiced songs at the10:00 church services on All Saints Day (11/3) and the 5:00 Lessons and Carols (12/15).​

*no need to sign up--just come to practice

Please reach out to Sydney (doidge.sn@gmail.com) with any questions. 

Altar Guild Members Needed

Our diligent Altar Guild continues to look for a few good women, men, couples, or youth to assist at Sunday services. Training will be supplied and all that's needed is a love of God and desire to prepare a beautiful table for worship with skill and attention to detail.

Please contact Rev. Mark, mark@sjbts.org or Jan Parsons, jaypars@aol.com

Sunday Sermon

Sunday, Oct. 27

Seeing Jesus

The disciples who were fully sighted somehow couldn't see Jesus for who he was. But Bartimaeus, who was blind, had no trouble. The Rev. Abby VanderBrug assures us that Jesus sees us fully, and as Bartimaeus might say: "Don't worry, a king is on the way, and trust me, He'll see you."

Watch or read the sermon HERE.

Bach's Lunch

Wednesday, Nov. 6, 12:30 pm

November Bach's Lunch will feature String Quartet Origins.

San Diego Baroque is a collaborative ensemble made up some of the area’s finest early music specialists. Each artist is an accomplished soloist in their own right and has performed extensively in San Diego and worldwide, with groups such as Mainly Mozart, Bach Collegium San Diego, The Knights and the Hausmann Quartet. The ensemble was created because of the members' enthusiasm and expertise in Baroque music, and the group has collaborated with local choirs, actors, and presented concerts and visited schools throughout San Diego county. 

Isaac Allen, violin; Andrew Waid, viola; Alex Greenbaum, cello and Alison Luedecke, harpsichord and organ.

See the schedule of events on their website HERE.

Taizé Comes to San Diego-USD Founders Chapel

Wednesday, Nov. 13, 5:30 - 6:45 (meal), 7:00 - 8:00 (worship)

Brother Emile from the ecumenical monastic community of Taizé will be visiting San Diego for the first time, and St. Andrew's is serving as a dinner sponsor for a public worship event at the University of San Diego on Wednesday, November 13th from

5:30 - 8pm. A simple catered meal will be provided from 5:30 - 6:45 in Founders Hall Ministry Center with a Q&A featuring Brother Emile, followed by Taize worship in Founders Chapel from 7 - 8pm. This is a FREE public event - you're welcome to bring an

appetizer or dessert - any and all donations for this event will go to support The Border Church, whose Christian ministry is centered in the celebration of open-table communion on the US Mexico border.

Make a Difference for a Family This Christmas!

This holiday season, Episcopal Community Services (ECS) invites you to spread joy through our "Family-to-Family for the Holidays" program. As a donor, you’ll be matched with a family in need, helping provide Christmas gifts to children and families who might otherwise go without. ECS program managers work with families to create personalized wish lists based on their needs, sizes, and preferences. You'll receive a list and can generously shop for gifts to brighten their holiday season. Donor registration is open through

the end of October, and we encourage you to share this opportunity with friends and family. Whether you shop alone or with others, your kindness will make a big difference. To register or for more information go to ecscalifornia.org/family-to-family.