Sunday

8:00 a.m. | Spoken Holy Eucharist Rite I in the Nave

9:00 a.m. | Adult Formation Hour in the Trinity Room

10:00 a.m. | Sunday School for Children in the Atrium

10:15 a.m. | Holy Eucharist Rite II with the St. James Choir in the Nave

5:00 p.m. | Choral Evensong and Organ Recital

Monday

8:30 a.m. | Monday Morning Prayer in the Sanctuary

Tuesday

9:00 a.m. | Men’s Fellowship Breakfast at Dixie Diner

Noon | Short Stories for the Soul in the St. James Room

Wednesday

9:30 a.m. | Yoga in the Trinity Room

Noon | Healing Prayer and Holy Eucharist in the Chapel

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The St. James Choir will offer Choral Evensong this Sunday, Oct. 15 at 5 p.m. Father David will be the Officiant, Tate Addis the service organist, and Phillip Haynie the cantor. Evensong will be followed by a short organ recital by Lee Cobb, Director of Music/Organist at Church of the Advent, Spartanburg. He will be playing works by Vierne, Howells, and Fletcher. Please join us for this beautiful offering of Evening Prayer and music!

Our next Saturday Eucharist will be Oct. 21 at 5 p.m. in the chapel. There will also be a Sunday evening service on Oct. 22 at 5 p.m. in the Nave. Click here to find the Saturday and Sunday evening schedule of services.

All Hallows' Eve and Blessing of the Costumes will be on Oct. 29 at 5 p.m. Did you know we have an official service for All Hallows' Eve? Join us by candlelight for this special service. This family-friendly service will include a procession and blessing of the costumes. Please dress in your Halloween best (nonviolent costumes only, please) for the blessing.

Gluten-free wafers are available during communion for those with celiac disease or medical issues. You may request this gluten-free option at communion from the priest. 

Stand, Sit, Kneel, Bow: Worshiping in the Episcopal Way will be Sunday, Oct. 15 and 22 at 9 a.m. in the Trinity Room. Have you ever wondered why we do something—or don’t do something—in worship at St. James or in the Episcopal Church? Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour of the parish, explore the unique aspects of our tradition, play a few games to help us remember what’s special about our liturgy, and answer any and all questions you might have. This is a great and fun refresher for long-time Episcopalians and newcomers to the church. 

Join us on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5960851208 

The next Short Stories for the Soul has been rescheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 14 at noon in the St. James Room due to the Clergy Conference on Oct. 10. Each month we read and discuss the spiritual insights of short stories selected by participants and clergy. Find November's story on our website under Adult Formation. 

Last chance to sign up for Foyers and to get to know your St. James Family! Foyers is a set of randomly chosen dinner groups of 6-8 people that meet over the course of six months (or so) for delicious meals and sparkling conversation. Past participants will need to sign up again for the Fall Foyers groups as you are not automatically re-enrolled. If you had fun making new friends and enjoying delicious meals together, please consider signing up again and telling others to join you. For more info, email Laurie at leparkerson@gmail.com. Please sign up before October 17 using the link in the ebulletin.

Volunteers are needed for the Commitment Sunday Brunch on Sunday, Oct. 29. Help us celebrate the abundance of blessings at St. James! Use the link below to sign up to bring food, prep for the brunch, cook, or clean. Contact Elizabeth Henry at elizbuth@aol.com if you have any questions.

The Men's Fellowship Breakfast is Tuesday, October 17 at 9 a.m. at Dixie Diner, located at 1724 Brevard Road (Hwy 64). Please wear your nametags.

Yoga will take place each Wednesday in October. We will now have one yoga class (formerly known as Focused 45), beginning at 9:30 a.m. in the Trinity Room. Participants need to arrive 10 minutes early and be ready to begin promptly. Individuals who might have come to chair yoga are welcome and we will adapt poses into chair versions. Contact the instructor, Dianne Hunter, for any questions.

St. James Single Women will meet at the home of Maryellyn Kidd on Thursday, October 26 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Please bring your favorite appetizer to share, non-alcoholic beverages will be provided but feel free to bring a drink. Please RSVP to Maryellyn Kidd at maryellynkidd1@gmail.com. We will meet at 4:15 at First Congregational Church to carpool. Come enjoy the view. 

Are you or someone you know interested in serving on the Vestry? The Nominating Committee of the Vestry is seeking recommendations of St. James members who are qualified to stand for nomination to the 2024-2027 Class of the Vestry. By-Laws state that candidates must be confirmed, a communicant in good standing, a member for at least one year and one who pledges. To make recommendations, contact one of the Nominating Committee members: Jan Shefter, jshefter@gmail.com; Elizabeth Henry, elizbuth@aol.com; Randy Hunter, randy.hunter@hunterautogroup.com; Tom Marshall, kyoshimarshall5@gmail.com; Stacy Hill, slaynehill@yahoo.com; or Ann Lentini-Bronner, annlbroenner@gmail.com.

The new date for the St. James Habitat for Humanity Blitz Build is Saturday, Oct. 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Dodd Meadows Community Center (28 Hofer Ct, East Flat Rock, NC 28726). All volunteers must sign a waiver prior to volunteering. The family who will move into the house will be on-site to work with us and Fr. David will open the morning with a prayer for the family and a blessing of the house. Contact Larry Winecoff at larrywinecoff@yahoo.com for more information.

Help support our friends at the Church of the Advocate in Asheville by donating hygiene products. Now through Nov. 5, we will be collecting items such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo and other hair products, feminine hygiene products, and deodorant. Items can be placed in the bins in the Narthex or in the box by the reception area. Your donation will make a difference in the lives of individuals who are in need in our community.

Blessings in Boxes Intake Volunteers needed! This remarkable opportunity allows you to join a community of dedicated individuals who generously devote their time to connect with local families and provide essential support. Blessings in Boxes is a partnership between The Storehouse and local elementary schools in Henderson County to identify families that need assistance at Christmas. Visit https://bit.ly/3RTRF2q to sign up or contact Sarah Carpenter at sarahbennettgibbs@gmail.com for more info.

Watch this video to learn more about Blessings in Boxes.

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Sunday School is offered every Sunday at 10 a.m. in the Atrium by the Trinity Room for ages 2 through 5th grade. Children will return to the church during the Peace.

EYC Youth Group Movie Night! Join us for Pirates of the Caribbean (age 12+) on Sunday, October 22, from 5 – 7:30 p.m. in the Cox House.

Sign up for our High School Retreat from November 17–19 at Camp Henry for high school youth that focuses on faith and community. Contact Christoph for more information: christoph@stjamesepiscopal.com.

Save the date: Mario Kart Tournament with Prizes! Sunday, November 12 from 5 – 7:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall! (Parents: Join the Common Ground group at the same time.)

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Fall Program Brochure Available! Be in the know every week! Sunday Formation returns on Sept. 10. Pick up our hot-off-the-press formation brochure today and mark your calendars for events and gatherings for all ages.

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