From the Rector – Why Do We Do That? – How2charist
Whether you’re a lifelong Episcopalian or new to this branch of the church, you’ve probably had the stray thought (or active question!) about why we do some of the things we do during worship. Or maybe your experience on Sundays is so ingrained that you don’t think about the why at all…
Either way, from time to time it’s important to learn and remember what we mean by the way we worship. This is why I hope you’re join me on Sunday 2/2 at 11:45 am or on Tuesday 2/4 at 7:00 pm for one of the How2charist formation classes.
Using this digital instructed Eucharist, How2charist, we will watch four short segments of film that each focus on a different part of the liturgy, and then discuss not only what we’ve learned, but also reflect on what worship means to us individually. Knowing more deepens our experience of the holy and brings us closer to God.
Please sign up in the narthex for How2charist this Sunday or email me to RSVP so I can plan space and hospitality needs accordingly.
Yours in God’s peace, Kristin+
Thrift Shop
Happy New Year: from all the staff and volunteers at Saint James’ Thrift Shop.
2020 has definitely brought new changes to the shop. Our new housewares room looks better than ever and our book corner is amazing.
In the process of revamping these two areas, more and more ideas surfaced to improve the shop. The shop is in the position to hold our Grand re-opening sale which will be January 30, 2020. The entire shop will be 50% off. So please come in and enjoy the savings as well as the new look.
I would like to thank all of our wonderful employees and volunteers for all the hard work they did revamping our retail space. So come in and take a look and tell me what you think.
The Thrift shop is always looking for volunteers, so come on in and join the fun.
As always Thrift with purpose
Sandy – Saint James’ Thrift Shop Manager
Memorial Garden
Varying levels of sponsorship are available for any parishioner or group to add their special pop of color. These sponsorships are important to maintain a welcoming vista and to continue funding the garden. If you would like to sponsor an area of the garden, please contact Laura, in the office for more details. Look for a Memorial Brick Campaign to launch in May. Find more info on the Memorial Garden and it’s happenings in the Annual Report.
WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Parish Administrator Hours for the week of January 26, Monday through Thursday 10-4. 
Vacation Bible School – Summer 2020 If you are able to help with planning or staffing for The Abundant Life Garden Project to be held August 3-7 please give Kristin+ a call or email her as soon as possible. To learn more about this exciting curriculum offered by Episcopal Relief & Development click HERE.
Outreach Committee There will be a brief Outreach Committee meeting on February 2 at 9:30 in the kitchen to discuss our next steps going forward and to welcome our new Outreach Chair, Gabby Markham. New members are welcome! If you feel called to this ministry, please stop by our meeting.
Prayer Rotation Please join the Daughters of the King in praying for each parishioner in rotation during 2020 by taking this notice home and by posting it where it will remind you pray to on a daily basis for the needs and blessing of:
Ryan and Angie Ireland (Anna, Addy, Brayden)Matthew and Karen Kastel (Grant)
Tom and Carla Kaufman
A member of the Daughters of the King will be contacting you this week for special prayer requests.
