St. James' Episcopal Church
Wherever you are on your journey of faith,
you are welcome at this table.
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Rooted in Heritage, Moving Forward in Faith
This stewardship season, we give thanks for the roots that make us who we are: the cultures, languages and stories that come together as one body in Christ. Our heritage is holy ground, and each of us brings something to the table.
If you haven’t received your pledge packet, the same information is online, and packets are available on Sunday.
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Dear People of St. James': Third Quarter Finance and Stewardship Report
Thank you! Three-quarters of the way through 2026, that is the first thing the Vestry Finance Committee wants to say. This letter shares what your giving has made possible since August, how our finances stand, the current status of our 2027 stewardship pledge campaign, and where we hope to get through your generosity.
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Sign up for the next Master Plan Congregational Engagement Session
Our next session will be November 7, 10 am - 12 pm, followed by a community lunch. Childcare will be provided but you MUST RSVP. The November 7 session will be multilingual through Spanish-language facilitation of table groups and live interpretation.
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Sunday, November 1, 9-10 am: Leadership Discernment: Vestry and Diocesan Council Delegates
We invite anyone who may be interested in serving on the Vestry, on the Welcome Table Board, or the Diocesan Council Delegation. We look forward to seeing whom God calls to serve in this important ministry of leadership and governance at St. James’.
Let us know you are coming through one of the emails below. We can also arrange one-on-one conversation with a Nominations Committee member.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact Senior Warden Stephanie Dodoo stephaniedodoo@gmail.com or Rev. Eileen at rector@stjamesaustin.org.
| | This Sunday at St. James' | | Remember that the time change is this Sunday. Clocks fall back by 1 hour. | | |
All Saints Sunday, November 1, The St. James' Chili Cook-off, 12-1 pm
Beans or no beans? That is the question. Join us in Founders Hall following the 10:30 am service to taste some real Texas Red and to select the best chili among the entries by St. James’ chili cook teams. If you are competing you will need to bring: your chili in a crockpot, a ladle, and any special condiments. Decorations and hype teams get results in the judging process.
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WHAT'S HAPPENING ON ALL SAINTS SUNDAY?
8 am Rite I Service (Sanctuary)
9 am Leadership Discernment Session - Vestry, Diocesan Council Delegation (Rector's Office)
9:15 am Sunday Morning Forum (Founders and Online).
10:10 am Gathering for Godly Play on the playground in front of the Orange Building.
10:15 am Nursery opens
10:30 am Rite Il Service (Sanctuary)
12 pm The St. James' Chili Cook-off (Founders)
1 pm Santa Eucaristia
2:30 pm Hora de Cafe (Founders)
5 pm The Late Service with Baptism (Sanctuary)
6:30 pm Dinner after Church (Founders)
7 pm The New Online Spanish-language Service (Community in Safety - Email gporter@stjamesaustin.org for the link.)
| | This Sunday at the 5 pm service, we welcome Domenic Ernesto Hess Marino, through baptism into the household of God. Domenic is the son of our seminarian Barrett Hess and Marcella Marino. Come and celebrate with us! Be sure to sign the baptism certificate in the narthex.If you are interested in baptism, contact Rev. Eileen at rector@stjamesaustin.org. | | | |
Monday, November 2, 7 pm: Día de los Muertos Service
We will gather in the evening of el Dia de los Muertos (All Souls Day), at the altar in the narthex for a meditative service, praying with the great cloud of witnesses, who surround us, and remembering our loved ones who have gone before us. Please accompany us.
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Wednesday, November 4, 6-7:30 pm Faith & the Environment: Whose Earth Is It?
East Austin Canterbury (college ministry) continues its Theology in the Tea Garden series for college students and grad students. The topic is Creation care, climate change, environmental justice, and our responsibility to our neighbors. Meet at West China Tea, 1715 East 7th.
Questions? Contact Rev. Addison at addison@stjamesaustin.org.
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Thursday, November 5, 6:30 pm: St. James’ Restaurant Group
The Restaurant group is an informal time to just get together with your St. James’ friends and to make new ones. We will meet at Lazarus Brewing, 4803 Airport. The Restaurant Group meets the first Thursday of the month.
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Tuesday, November 10, 7 pm: Mueller Tuesdays at the Overture
Join us in the Cork Room for Bible study on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month. Contact Rob Corcoran at robcorc@gmail.com to add you to the email list and answer your questions.
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The Bishop is coming!
On November 22, Bishop Kai Ryan will join us at our two principal services, the 10:30 am and the 1 pm. She will meet with our Vestry to see how we are doing ahead of this meeting, but she is eager to see you and to celebrate the big things that St. James' is up to in the community. If you would like to be confirmed, received, or reaffirm your faith (maybe you were confirmed in 6th grade but have a better sense of those vows now), let Rev. Eileen, Rev. Addison, or Rev. George know, and they will help you get ready.
| | | Jazz at St. James': November 13-15 | | Mark your calendars for November 13-15, invite friends, and get your tickets for Jazz at St. James' with Grammy Award winner Carmen Bradford! The deadline to be a Jazz Angel is November 1. | | | Did you know St. James' is turning 85 years old? | | |
We’re getting ready to mark a special milestone in the life of St. James’, and we’d love your help making the celebration memorable! December 5-13 will be a whole week of celebrating this community that has come this far by faith.
Interested in helping? Reach out to Lisa Braithwaite at lisacpeavy@gmail.com or Stephanie Dodoo at stephaniedodoo@gmail.com to join the planning team.
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🎤 85 Years, One St. James', So Many Talents! 🎶
For 85 years, the people of St. James have shared their gifts, creativity, and talents, making us who we are today. Now it’s your turn to shine!
Join the fun at our 85th Founders’ Day Celebration Saturday, December 5, from 12 to 3 p.m.!
Sing, dance, play an instrument, tell a story, or make us laugh. Whatever your talent, we want to see it! All ages are welcome.
Ready to show us what you’ve got? Sign up in the narthex.
85 years of talent, laughter, and community. Together, we are One St. James!
| | From the Larger Community | | Congratulations to Kelsie Payne, daughter of Kandi Payne, who was recently inducted into the Trinity Episcopal School Hall of Honor for her accomplishments in volleyball. Kelsie went on to become an All-American volleyball player at the University of Kansas and now plays professionally for the Dallas Pulse. | | | |
Volunteer with Neighbor to Neighbor
Come see for yourself how fun it is to build community in service at Neighbor to Neighbor. Each first and third Tuesday of the month, volunteer teams pack and share over 5,500 pounds of food, serving more than 400 neighbors. Everybody gives, everybody receives, and the laughter is wonderfully contagious. Details, dates and sign up are available using the QR code or tiny.cc/welcometable.
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