WORSHIP

Watch the service live at 10 a.m. on Sunday morning or at your leisure at a later time.

Children's Chapel

Children Pre-K through 5th grade are invited to gather for Children’s Chapel during the 10:00 a.m. Service (in lieu of Children's Formation), with the exception of second Sundays, when we offer our Second Sunday Family Service at 9:00 a.m.

Nursery

Children are always welcome in worship! If needed, Nursery care is available beginning at 9:30 for infants and preschoolers. The Nursery is located through the front left doors of the sanctuary. Go through the Parish Hall and up the stairs – the Nursery is around the corner from the kitchen.

May 3: Water & Spirit

This hands-on adventure with the Holy Spirit brings the gift of baptism to life.

May 17: Bible Adventure

A hands-on adventure with scripture.

Education for Ministry Interest Meeting

Sunday, May 3 | 11:15 a.m. | Parish Hall

Are you a seeker? Education for Ministry (EfM) is a life-enriching theological education program for laypersons, offered through the University of the South. It develops theological thinking, deepens faith, and supports everyday ministry. Participants meet weekly. A four-year track and a one-year “Wide Angle” option are available. Learn more at the interest meeting on May 3 after the 10 a.m. service. Questions? Contact Rebecca Page or Rachel Newell.

The church office will be open from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. for the week of May 4. Our parish administrator will be on vacation, but there will be someone in the office to assist you during those hours.

Youth Sunday School

6th through 12th grade

9 a.m. Sunday School and snacks in the Youth Room

"Who or What Do We Serve?"

This class provides a unique lens on the nature of sin, suffering, and our human vulnerability. 

Questions? Email Jon Coate

Save-the-Date: Parish Retreat at Shrine Mont

Mark your calendar for September 25-27. Registration coming soon! Questions? Contact Dottie Brannock.

Don't Fall for Scams!

Reminder: St. James' staff will never reach out to you via text or email asking for gift cards. If you receive a message like this, it is a scam. These messages should be ignored. If you are unsure about a suspicious message or have questions about scams, you are welcome to reach out to communications@stjamesleesburg.org.

(Asterisk * denotes those in the St. James’ community)

Those requesting our prayers this week: Pamela Scott, *Fran Smith, The Semeraro family, The Hovsmith family, Liz Benedetti, Mike Shott, and Jason & Stephanie.

Those on our long-term Prayer List: Kathy & Lenny, *Michael Fabian, Joan Douglas & the *Douglas family, Sheila S, Margaret Ann, *Sandra Moody, Jan Harder, *Rachel Roberts, Megan Kilkeary, Margaret, *Christopher Osborne, Kalpana Ronlov & Family, Mark Mangilit, Steve Trull, The Spealman family, Tracy McGuire, Jane, Kate Pinson, Jan, Bill, *Fred Lang, Brianne Fabian, Ann T., *Rene, Mary Galloway, Bob Longo, *Mark Mobley, *Meagan Carren, *Lois Krumwiede, *Denise, *McKenna Hagler, Nancy Giffin, Richard Ford, *Alice Forlini, *Darrell Ackmann, Judy Popple, Nathan Rodney, *Harold Neely, *Rachelle Graves, Tony Beltrano, Mary Ellen Hurley, Nicholas Rodney, Ed, and Virginia Laughlin.

Those who have died: Skip Hovsmith and *Sam Dennis.

Those who need our prayers: All those affected by the fires and floods in the US, for the lives lost and that God will sustain them for the recovery ahead, for all those across the globe who suffer the effects of natural disasters; for those who suffer acts of violence around the world, especially for Ukraine and for the Holy Land, for those suffering from the wars in the Middle East and in Sudan; for federal employees and those serving in the armed forces at home and abroad; for those who are unemployed or underemployed; and for those who continue to be affected by COVID-19 and for protection of the most vulnerable through flu season and cold weather.

Do You Need Prayer or Care?

"In case of illness, the minister of the congregation is to be notified." (BCP p. 453)

Make a prayer request here.

Call the Church Office | Monday-Thursday 9 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

(703)777-1124 ext 1 | info@stjamesleesburg.org

After Hours Pastoral Care Line | (202)750-4247

Prayer List Changes

The clergy and Pastoral Associates of the Parish have been considering ways to deepen the prayer life of St. James’. Our parish prayer list is a vital part of our corporate and individual prayers. We also know there are many in need of prayer who are known to God alone. 

One of the ways we hope to hold our St. James’ family in prayer is to denote St. James’ congregants using and asterisk in our printed list. This way, whether on the short-term or long-term, those praying in worship will be able to hold those closest to us in mind. We will always continue to pray for friends and family. 

Though we only name a few names out loud, please use the long-term list in your personal prayers. Many who reside on the list are our home bound folks we send communion to. They are a part of us. Please check our weekly email each week for suggested prayers and our diocesan and Anglican prayer cycles. For questions or suggestions, please reach out to Rev. Marybeth. 

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