Parish News (Page 57)

St. James Thrift Shop

Welcome thrifty friends As the weather gets warmer, the more the donations are coming in. Thank you to this great community for all the generous items donated. The shop is fully stocked and sales happen daily. Inventory changes on a regular basis. You never know what you might find at the THRIFT SHOP. Please like…

Youth Summer Outreach Trip

A huge thank you to the congregation and families for your support in our trip to Hungerford, Texas. It has been greatly appreciated. Through Samaritan’s Purse, we will be aiding in renovations for the Straightway Training Center. Our Memorial Day brunch was a success, and thanks to your donations, we are now just over our…

Parish Camp Out and Combined Sunday Worship

This year’s Memorial Day Weekend Camp Out will be Saturday, May 28th to Sunday, May 29th ~ WEATHER PERMITTING ~ KEEP YOUR FINGERS CROSSED AND YOUR EYE ON THE PARISH WEBSITE! Setup starts on Saturday at 5:00 PM and we should be ready to serve dinner around 6:00 PM.  We’ll get the fire pit going near sunset and cook s’mores for…

CROP Walk 2016

Mark your calendars! Crop Hunger Walk is Sunday, June 12th at 2:00 p.m. The CROP Walk is a 2.6 mile loop (approx 1 and 1/2 hours) that starts at St James Episcopal Church (1307 N Main St, Mount Airy, MD 21771) heads down to Calvary United Methodist Church (403 S Main St, Mount Airy, MD 21771) and back up to St. James.…

Hand Bells 101

Want to learn a little about hand bell playing  in an informal environment?  Now’s your chance!  Middle School Age through Adults are welcome! We’ll practice briefly after 10:30 Worship 4-6 times and find a date to play for summer worship! No experience necessary!  Sign up in the Narthex.

Youth Summer Outreach Trip

Check out the posters during coffee hour explaining our trip with Samaritan’s Purse! How can you help us get to Texas? Come get your car washed this Sunday, May 22nd at the New Market Food Lion. Youth will be there from 1:00 – 4:00 pm. Enjoy a brunch in the church after the outdoor Memorial…

St. James’ Episcopal Church Sunday School

SUNDAY SCHOOL NEWS 9:30-10:15 a.m. lower level Preschool through high school Sunday School Closing Celebration Can you believe it is now May and we are nearing the end of our Sunday School program? What a wonderful year it has been! We have learned about God’s love through music, Bible stories, class lessons and activities and group outreach projects. Most recently, students decorated…