Posts by Rev. Kristin Krantz (Page 4)

A Reflection on CREDO

I wrote last month about what CREDO is, a clergy wellness conference developed by the Church Pension Fund.  In short, it is a time to unplug and spend time reflecting on the health and balance in four key area:  spiritual life, finances, physical health, and vocational path.  And so it was that I spent a week on retreat, learning and discerning, and…

The Beginning is Near

I hope everyone has a filling Thanksgiving this week – and that you will come to church this Sunday as we enter the holy season of Advent.  Advent is a time of expectation of God-with-us, the divine presence born human.  It is a time to prepare to come close to the Mystery of Christmas. Mysteries…

Vestry Nominations

The Vestry Nominating Committee is excited to announce that they are accepting nominations for the 2017-2020 Vestry Class.  A blue handout is available in the narthex which details ideal qualities for candidates as well as Vestry member responsibilities.  Outgoing members Lynda Ellis, Jane Barger, Mike Henyon, and Cory DelRegno are also available if you are interested and have questions.  If you would…

Giving

A colleague recently offered a metaphor that has helped me remember why I give.  It has to do with the two bodies of water in Israel.  In the north of Israel, the Jordan River flows into the Sea of Galilee.  The Sea of Galilee teems with life, and supports humans and myriad other creatures.  The…

Giving Back ~ Giving Forward

Dear St. James’ Parish Family, As the days grow cooler and the world around us ripens in color, it is time once again to come together to plan for the life of our community as we plan our budget for 2017. Our theme this year is Giving Back, Giving Forward. There are many reasons we give…

Connected in Ministry Across the Diocese

Did you know that in addition to the ministries of each parish in our Diocese, there are shared ministries that we support together?  The Annual Ministries Appeal (formerly known as the Bishop’s Annual Appeal) supports 16 different ministries including sending a child who may have an incarcerated parent or be suffering with illness to a…

Introducing Our New Music Director!

It is with great joy that I can share with you that we have called a new Music Director!  Richard Drehoff Jr., who was our guest musician last Sunday, has accepted our call and began rehearsals with the choir this week.  You can read more about Richard in his brief bio below.  Calling Richard was the culmination of a month and a…

Reflections on Service

This Sunday three members of the team who went on the recent service trip to Texas will be offer reflections as part of the sermon at both services.  We will get to hear about the facility and program where they served, Straightway Training Center, and stories of their work and the people they met.  PowerPoint presentations for adults and with the Sunday…