The holy eucharisT NiNeTeeNTh suNday afTer PeNTecosT

Sunday 25 September 2016

Page numbers refer to the Book of Common Prayer.Listening devices to assist with hearing are available in the Narthex.

The Holy Eucharist, Rite I Homily: The Rev. Jay Sidebotham 8 o’clock a.m.BCP, p. 323

The Holy Eucharist, Rite II Sermon: The Rev. Jay Sidebothan 9:00 and 11:15 o’clock a.m.

Prelude J.H. KnechtHymn 398: “I sing the almighty power of God” Forest GreenWelcome and Announcements

The Word of GodThe Opening Acclamation p. 355

Celebrant: Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. People: And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect for Purity Hymn of Praise: “Praise the Lord” (9:00 a.m.) Nettleton

Gloria in excelsis: S278 (11:15 a.m.) William Mathias

Celebrant: The Lord be with you. People: And also with you. Let us pray.

Welcome to

The Collect of the Day (Proper 21)O God, you declare your almighty power chiefly in showing mercy and pity: Grant us the fullness of your grace, that we, running to obtain your promises, may become partakers of your heavenly treasure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

The Lessons The First Reading: Amos 6:1a, 4-7

Commentary The shepherd-prophet Amos specifically addressed those who felt complacent and self-satisfied, secure in their wealth. Amos con-fronted them with specifics of their self-indulgence, including diets rich in meat. By contrast, the ordinary people may have eaten meat only three times a year, at the annual festivals. Instead of mourning over the decadence of their nation, the influential people in Israel were living it up, but Amos prophesied that the morally weak, selfish leaders would be among the first taken into exile when God judged the people for their unfaithfulness. Money and material possessions are not wrong in themselves, but inordinate love of them leads to all kinds of evil.Alas for those who are at ease in Zion, and for those who feel secure on Mount Samaria. Alas for those who lie on beds of ivory, and lounge on their couches, and eat lambs from the flock, and calves from the stall; who sing idle songs to the sound of the harp, and like David improvise on instruments of music; who drink wine from bowls, and anoint them-selves with the finest oils, but are not grieved over the ruin of Joseph! Therefore they shall now be the first to go into exile, and the revelry of the loungers shall pass away. The word of the Lord.People: Thanks be to God.

Psalm 146 (11:15 am) setting: John Sullivan

Hallelujah!Praise the Lord, O my / soul! * I will praise the Lord as long as I live; I will sing praises to my God while I have my / being.Put not your trust in rulers, nor in any child of / earth, * for there is no / help in them.

AnTiphon (sung by all)

When they breathe their last, they return to / earth, * and in that day their thoughts / perish.Happy are they who have the God of Jacob for their / help! * whose hope is in the Lord their / God;

AnTiphon (sung by all)

Who made heaven and earth, the seas, and all that is / in them; * who keeps his promise for / ever;Who gives justice to those who are op-/pressed, * and food to those who / hunger.

AnTiphon (sung by all)

p A r i s h n o T e sWelcome to all visiting St. James today. Please fill out a visitor card and place it in an alms basin during the Offertory. All baptized Christians are welcomed to receive communion at the altar of the Episcopal Church. Today: 25 September (Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost) •8:00 am - Holy Eucharist, Rite I (Church)

•8:15 am - Breakfast (GH)•8:15 am - St. James Choir Rehearsal (9:00 am service) (CR)•9:00 am - Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Church)•10:10 am - Adult Christian Formation with The Rev. Tim Meyers (GH)•10:10 am - Children and Youth Formation (Classrooms) •10:30 am - St. James Choir Rehearsal (11:15 am service) (CR)•11:15 am - Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Church)•5:00 pm - Youth Group - “Oceans of Fun” (GH)•5:30 pm - Parish Family Dinner (LPH)

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The Epistle: 1 Timothy 6:6-19Commentary Paul’s letters to Timothy are often described as pastoral because they lean more toward practical advice than theology. Throughout this first letter, Paul has encouraged Timothy to stand strong against the destructive influence of false teaching. Paul also guided Timothy toward an eternal perspective, reminding him that real gain is defined by the acquisition of godliness, not material wealth. One indication of godliness is taking hold of eternal life, which means living the faith you profess. Finally, Paul had a word of instruction for wealthy Ephesians, reminding them that the Giver, not the gifts, should be their focus. God’s blessings enable us to bless others; wealth provides the opportunity to be rich in good works.

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2 October (Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost) •8:00 am - Holy Eucharist, Rite I (Church)

•8:15 am - Breakfast (GH)•8:15 am - St. James Choir Rehearsal (9:00 am service) (CR)•9:00 am - Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Church)•10:10 am - Children and Youth Formation (Classrooms) •10:10 am - The Wright Path (BWR)•10:10 am - Bible Lite (Green Room)•10:10 am - Sharing the Journey (SMR)•10:10 am - The Disciples Class (LR)•10:30 am - St. James Choir Rehearsal (11:15 am service) (CR)•11:15 am - Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Church)•5:00 pm - Youth Group - “Tim’s Talk” (SJYR)

St. James Vision StatementOur vision is for St. James Parish to be a committed, loving, supportive parish family that provides oppor-

tunity, encouragement and nourishment for all to know Christ and make Him known.

St. James Mission StatementTo invite all people to know and receive the infinite grace of God in Christ, and together grow in love of

God and neighbor through service, worship, and study.

COPYRIGHTS: Sanctus WLP 858, arr. Marcia Pruner; Sanctus S128 by permission of Oxford University Press; Fraction Anthem S-152: © 1971 Mason Martens; Scripture readings are from The New Revised Standard Version (NRSV), copyright 1989, 1995 by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved; The Book of Common Prayer is in the public domain. St. James Parish holds CCLI License #11051308 and Onelicense.net License # A-718078.

The Lord sets the prisoners free;the Lord opens the eyes of the / blind; * the Lord lifts up those who are bowed / down;The Lord loves the righteous;the Lord cares for the / stranger; * he sustains the orphan and widow,but frustrates the way of the / wicked.

Second half of chant:The Lord shall reign for / ever, * your God, O Zion, throughout all generations. Halle-/lujah!

AnTiphon (sung by all)

The flowers on the altar are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Jason Christopher James

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ASSISTING IN TODAY’S SERVICES (25 SEPTEMBER)

ST. MARY’S, BURGAW—The Rev. Chris Hamby; LECTORS—(9:00) Emma Cook, June Davison; (11:15) Steve Coggins, Ray Dillon; PRAYERS—(9:00) Jane Rippy; (11:15) Carol Ellis; USHERS—(9:00) Ron Copley, Emmett Gooch, Hector Ingram, Vance Young; (11:15) Bobby Bartholomew, Ed Turberg, Tom Crittenden, Hugh MacRae III; ACOLYTES—(9:00) Millie Cowden, Houston Cowden, Jackson Hicks. Gareth Hicks, Nash Hardy, Web Cowden; Advisor—Florence Ellen Cowden; (11:15) Henry Tillery, Caroline Harris; Advisor—Clergy; 9AM CHAPEL SHEPHERDS—Ansley Trask; Clergy: The Rev.Tim Meyers; CHALICISTS—(8:00) Kit Mason; (9:00) Marietta Gwathmey, Billy Johnston, Watson Barnes, Zander Koonce; (11:15) Lynn Chatham, Ann Parker; ALTAR GUILD—Catherine Schmid, Peggy Atkinson, Karen Egerton, Barbara Bush, Missy Pretlow, Sonja McFarland, Nixie Peak; CHOIR—St. James Choir; GREETERS—(9:00) Mary Lou Corbin; (11:15) Hugh MacRae III; MEN’S BREAKFAST—Joel Pretlow; FLOWER GUILD—Blair Sloan, Jane Lewallen; SEXTON—Frank Brown

ASSISTING IN SERVICES NEXT WEEK (2 OCTOBER)ST. MARY’S, BURGAW—The Rev. Paula Griffin; LECTORS—(9:00) Caroline Balderson, Mary Ashburn Mann; (11:15) Caroline Balderson, Mary Ashburn Mann; PRAYERS—(9:00) Lindley Spears; (11:15) Lindley Spears; USHERS—(9:00) Bill Saunders, Jim McCabe, Tom van Arsdale, Wayne Jackson; (11:15) Roger James, John Baden, Steve Culbreth, Ethan Culbreth, John Pace; ACOLYTES—(9:00) Lilly Parker, Dawson Cooper, Watson Sloan, Rachel Hanley, Sadie Aylesworth, Louise Sprunt, Louisa Aylesworth; Advisor—Owen Aylesworth; (11:15) Lilly Parker, Louise Stephenson, John Stephenson, Kate Thompson, Mary Davis Thompson, Holland Putney; Advisor—Ashley Putney; 9AM CHAPEL SHEPHERDS— Clergy: The Rev. Chris Hamby; CHALICISTS—(8:00) Bill McKenzie; (9:00) Linda Murchison, Betty Quinn, Stuart Egerton, Wayne Jackson; (11:15) Will Mason, Virginia Callaway; ALTAR GUILD—Mary Gornto, Rachel Pace, Topsy James, Cissy Loughlin, Cindy Popajohn, Adair Ellis, Mary Ann Chambliss; CHOIR—St. James Choir; GREETERS—(9:00) Kathy Muzzey, John Muzzey; (11:15)—Mary Ann Furniss, John Furniss; MEN’S BREAKFAST—Wayne Jackson; FLOWER GUILD—Anne Dols, June Davison; SEXTON—Douglas Maddox

sT. JA m e s pA r i s h 25 South Third Street • Wilmington, NC 28401 • (910) 763-1628Website: www.stjamesp.org Email address: parish@stjamesp.org

There is great gain in godliness combined with contentment; for we brought nothing into the world, so that we can take nothing out of it; but if we have food and clothing, we will be content with these. But those who want to be rich fall into temptation and are trapped by many senseless and harmful desires that plunge people into ruin and destruction. For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil, and in their eagerness to be rich some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pains. But as for you, man of God, shun all this; pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance, gentleness. Fight the good fight of the faith; take hold of the eternal life, to which you were called and for which you made the good confession in the presence of many witnesses. In the presence of God, who gives life to all things, and of Christ Jesus, who in his testimony before Pontius Pilate made the good confession, I charge you to keep the commandment without spot or blame until the manifestation of our Lord Jesus Christ, which he will bring about at the right time—he who is the blessed and only Sovereign, the King of kings and Lord of lords. It is he alone who has immortality and dwells in unapproachable light, whom no one has ever seen or can see; to him be honor and eternal dominion. Amen. As for those who in the present age are rich, command them not to be haughty, or to set their hopes on the uncertainty of riches, but rather on God who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. They are to do good, to be rich in good works, generous, and ready to share, thus storing up for themselves the treasure of a good foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of the life that really is life.

The word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.

Hymn 552: “Fight the good fight with all thy might” (sts. 1—2) Pentecost Gospel: Luke 16:19-31Celebrant: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke. People: Glory to you, Lord Christ.

Jesus said, “There was a rich man who was dressed in purple and fine linen and who feasted sumptuously every day. And at his gate lay a poor man named Lazarus, covered with sores, who longed to satisfy his hunger with what fell from the rich man’s table; even the dogs would come and lick his sores. The poor man died and was carried away by the angels to be with Abraham. The rich man also died and was buried. In Hades, where he was being tormented, he looked up and saw Abraham far away with Lazarus by his side. He called out, `Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus to dip the tip of his finger in water and cool my tongue; for I am in agony in these flames.’ But Abraham said, `Child, remember that during your lifetime you received your good things, and Lazarus in like manner evil things; but now he is comforted here, and you are in agony. Besides all this, between you and us a great chasm has been fixed, so that those who might want to pass from here to you cannot do so, and no one can cross from there to us.’ He said, `Then, father, I beg you to send him to my father’s house-- for I have five brothers-- that he may warn them, so that they will not also come into this place of torment.’ Abraham replied, `They have Moses and the prophets; they should listen to them.’ He said, `No, father Abraham; but if someone goes to them from the dead, they will repent.’ He said to him, `If they do not listen to Moses and the prophets, neither will they be convinced even if someone rises from the dead.’”Celebrant: The Gospel of the Lord.People: Praise to you, Lord Christ.

Hymn 552: “Fight the good fight with all thy might” (sts. 3—4) Pentecost

Sermon The Rev. Jay Sidebotham

The Nicene Creed 358

We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen.

We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father. Through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary, and was made man.

The Postcommunion Prayer 365Priest and PeopleMost merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end.

We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He has spoken through the Prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen.

The Blessing

Hymn 625: “Ye holy angels bright” Darwalls’s 148th

The Dismissal: 366 Let us go forth in the name of ChristPeople: Thanks be to God.

Postlude

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Sanctus, S128: (11:15 a.m.)

The Celebrant continues, saying in the midst of the prayer: Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith:People Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again.

The Celebrant continues, concluding with: All this we ask through your Son Jesus Christ. By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and for ever. AMEN.

And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say,

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

The Breaking of the BreadFraction Anthem:

The Communion of the People

Music at Communion:

Hymn 312: “Strengthen for service, Lord” Malabar

Hymn 356: “May choirs of angels lead you” Christus, der is mein Leben

Hymn 429: “I’ll praise my Maker while I’ve breath” Old 113th

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Prayers of the People (Form III) 387

The Confession of Sin and Absolution 360

Priest and People

Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen.

PriestAlmighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all good-ness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen.

THE PEACE 360Celebrant: The peace of the Lord be always with you.Response: And also with you.

The Holy Communion(Gluten-free wafers available at altar rail, please request)

Offertory Anthem Noel Rawsthorne

Behold, O God our defender;and look upon the face of thine anointed.For one day in thy courts is better than a thousand.

text from Psalm 84

Presentation Hymn: (Hymn 380, st. 3) Old 100thEucharist Prayer - ACelebrant: The Lord be with you.People: And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give him thanks and praise

The Celebrant continues, concluding with: Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who for ever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name:

Sanctus, WLP 858: (9:00 a.m.) Land of Rest

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Sanctus, S128: (11:15 a.m.)

The Celebrant continues, saying in the midst of the prayer: Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith:People Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again.

The Celebrant continues, concluding with: All this we ask through your Son Jesus Christ. By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and for ever. AMEN.

And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say,

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

The Breaking of the BreadFraction Anthem:

The Communion of the People

Music at Communion:

Hymn 312: “Strengthen for service, Lord” Malabar

Hymn 356: “May choirs of angels lead you” Christus, der is mein Leben

Hymn 429: “I’ll praise my Maker while I’ve breath” Old 113th

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Prayers of the People (Form III) 387

The Confession of Sin and Absolution 360

Priest and People

Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen.

PriestAlmighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all good-ness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen.

THE PEACE 360Celebrant: The peace of the Lord be always with you.Response: And also with you.

The Holy Communion(Gluten-free wafers available at altar rail, please request)

Offertory Anthem Noel Rawsthorne

Behold, O God our defender;and look upon the face of thine anointed.For one day in thy courts is better than a thousand.

text from Psalm 84

Presentation Hymn: (Hymn 380, st. 3) Old 100thEucharist Prayer - ACelebrant: The Lord be with you.People: And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give him thanks and praise

The Celebrant continues, concluding with: Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who for ever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name:

Sanctus, WLP 858: (9:00 a.m.) Land of Rest

The flowers on the altar are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Jason Christopher James

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ASSISTING IN TODAY’S SERVICES (25 SEPTEMBER)

ST. MARY’S, BURGAW—The Rev. Chris Hamby; LECTORS—(9:00) Emma Cook, June Davison; (11:15) Steve Coggins, Ray Dillon; PRAYERS—(9:00) Jane Rippy; (11:15) Carol Ellis; USHERS—(9:00) Ron Copley, Emmett Gooch, Hector Ingram, Vance Young; (11:15) Bobby Bartholomew, Ed Turberg, Tom Crittenden, Hugh MacRae III; ACOLYTES—(9:00) Millie Cowden, Houston Cowden, Jackson Hicks. Gareth Hicks, Nash Hardy, Web Cowden; Advisor—Florence Ellen Cowden; (11:15) Henry Tillery, Caroline Harris; Advisor—Clergy; 9AM CHAPEL SHEPHERDS—Ansley Trask; Clergy: The Rev.Tim Meyers; CHALICISTS—(8:00) Kit Mason; (9:00) Marietta Gwathmey, Billy Johnston, Watson Barnes, Zander Koonce; (11:15) Lynn Chatham, Ann Parker; ALTAR GUILD—Catherine Schmid, Peggy Atkinson, Karen Egerton, Barbara Bush, Missy Pretlow, Sonja McFarland, Nixie Peak; CHOIR—St. James Choir; GREETERS—(9:00) Mary Lou Corbin; (11:15) Hugh MacRae III; MEN’S BREAKFAST—Joel Pretlow; FLOWER GUILD—Blair Sloan, Jane Lewallen; SEXTON—Frank Brown

ASSISTING IN SERVICES NEXT WEEK (2 OCTOBER)ST. MARY’S, BURGAW—The Rev. Paula Griffin; LECTORS—(9:00) Caroline Balderson, Mary Ashburn Mann; (11:15) Caroline Balderson, Mary Ashburn Mann; PRAYERS—(9:00) Lindley Spears; (11:15) Lindley Spears; USHERS—(9:00) Bill Saunders, Jim McCabe, Tom van Arsdale, Wayne Jackson; (11:15) Roger James, John Baden, Steve Culbreth, Ethan Culbreth, John Pace; ACOLYTES—(9:00) Lilly Parker, Dawson Cooper, Watson Sloan, Rachel Hanley, Sadie Aylesworth, Louise Sprunt, Louisa Aylesworth; Advisor—Owen Aylesworth; (11:15) Lilly Parker, Louise Stephenson, John Stephenson, Kate Thompson, Mary Davis Thompson, Holland Putney; Advisor—Ashley Putney; 9AM CHAPEL SHEPHERDS— Clergy: The Rev. Chris Hamby; CHALICISTS—(8:00) Bill McKenzie; (9:00) Linda Murchison, Betty Quinn, Stuart Egerton, Wayne Jackson; (11:15) Will Mason, Virginia Callaway; ALTAR GUILD—Mary Gornto, Rachel Pace, Topsy James, Cissy Loughlin, Cindy Popajohn, Adair Ellis, Mary Ann Chambliss; CHOIR—St. James Choir; GREETERS—(9:00) Kathy Muzzey, John Muzzey; (11:15)—Mary Ann Furniss, John Furniss; MEN’S BREAKFAST—Wayne Jackson; FLOWER GUILD—Anne Dols, June Davison; SEXTON—Douglas Maddox

sT. JA m e s pA r i s h 25 South Third Street • Wilmington, NC 28401 • (910) 763-1628Website: www.stjamesp.org Email address: parish@stjamesp.org

There is great gain in godliness combined with contentment; for we brought nothing into the world, so that we can take nothing out of it; but if we have food and clothing, we will be content with these. But those who want to be rich fall into temptation and are trapped by many senseless and harmful desires that plunge people into ruin and destruction. For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil, and in their eagerness to be rich some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pains. But as for you, man of God, shun all this; pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance, gentleness. Fight the good fight of the faith; take hold of the eternal life, to which you were called and for which you made the good confession in the presence of many witnesses. In the presence of God, who gives life to all things, and of Christ Jesus, who in his testimony before Pontius Pilate made the good confession, I charge you to keep the commandment without spot or blame until the manifestation of our Lord Jesus Christ, which he will bring about at the right time—he who is the blessed and only Sovereign, the King of kings and Lord of lords. It is he alone who has immortality and dwells in unapproachable light, whom no one has ever seen or can see; to him be honor and eternal dominion. Amen. As for those who in the present age are rich, command them not to be haughty, or to set their hopes on the uncertainty of riches, but rather on God who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. They are to do good, to be rich in good works, generous, and ready to share, thus storing up for themselves the treasure of a good foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of the life that really is life.

The word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.

Hymn 552: “Fight the good fight with all thy might” (sts. 1—2) Pentecost Gospel: Luke 16:19-31Celebrant: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke. People: Glory to you, Lord Christ.

Jesus said, “There was a rich man who was dressed in purple and fine linen and who feasted sumptuously every day. And at his gate lay a poor man named Lazarus, covered with sores, who longed to satisfy his hunger with what fell from the rich man’s table; even the dogs would come and lick his sores. The poor man died and was carried away by the angels to be with Abraham. The rich man also died and was buried. In Hades, where he was being tormented, he looked up and saw Abraham far away with Lazarus by his side. He called out, `Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus to dip the tip of his finger in water and cool my tongue; for I am in agony in these flames.’ But Abraham said, `Child, remember that during your lifetime you received your good things, and Lazarus in like manner evil things; but now he is comforted here, and you are in agony. Besides all this, between you and us a great chasm has been fixed, so that those who might want to pass from here to you cannot do so, and no one can cross from there to us.’ He said, `Then, father, I beg you to send him to my father’s house-- for I have five brothers-- that he may warn them, so that they will not also come into this place of torment.’ Abraham replied, `They have Moses and the prophets; they should listen to them.’ He said, `No, father Abraham; but if someone goes to them from the dead, they will repent.’ He said to him, `If they do not listen to Moses and the prophets, neither will they be convinced even if someone rises from the dead.’”Celebrant: The Gospel of the Lord.People: Praise to you, Lord Christ.

Hymn 552: “Fight the good fight with all thy might” (sts. 3—4) Pentecost

Sermon The Rev. Jay Sidebotham

The Nicene Creed 358

We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen.

We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father. Through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary, and was made man.

The Postcommunion Prayer 365Priest and PeopleMost merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end.

We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He has spoken through the Prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen.

The Blessing

Hymn 625: “Ye holy angels bright” Darwalls’s 148th

The Dismissal: 366 Let us go forth in the name of ChristPeople: Thanks be to God.

Postlude

The Collect of the Day (Proper 21)O God, you declare your almighty power chiefly in showing mercy and pity: Grant us the fullness of your grace, that we, running to obtain your promises, may become partakers of your heavenly treasure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

The Lessons The First Reading: Amos 6:1a, 4-7

Commentary The shepherd-prophet Amos specifically addressed those who felt complacent and self-satisfied, secure in their wealth. Amos con-fronted them with specifics of their self-indulgence, including diets rich in meat. By contrast, the ordinary people may have eaten meat only three times a year, at the annual festivals. Instead of mourning over the decadence of their nation, the influential people in Israel were living it up, but Amos prophesied that the morally weak, selfish leaders would be among the first taken into exile when God judged the people for their unfaithfulness. Money and material possessions are not wrong in themselves, but inordinate love of them leads to all kinds of evil.Alas for those who are at ease in Zion, and for those who feel secure on Mount Samaria. Alas for those who lie on beds of ivory, and lounge on their couches, and eat lambs from the flock, and calves from the stall; who sing idle songs to the sound of the harp, and like David improvise on instruments of music; who drink wine from bowls, and anoint them-selves with the finest oils, but are not grieved over the ruin of Joseph! Therefore they shall now be the first to go into exile, and the revelry of the loungers shall pass away. The word of the Lord.People: Thanks be to God.

Psalm 146 (11:15 am) setting: John Sullivan

Hallelujah!Praise the Lord, O my / soul! * I will praise the Lord as long as I live; I will sing praises to my God while I have my / being.Put not your trust in rulers, nor in any child of / earth, * for there is no / help in them.

AnTiphon (sung by all)

When they breathe their last, they return to / earth, * and in that day their thoughts / perish.Happy are they who have the God of Jacob for their / help! * whose hope is in the Lord their / God;

AnTiphon (sung by all)

Who made heaven and earth, the seas, and all that is / in them; * who keeps his promise for / ever;Who gives justice to those who are op-/pressed, * and food to those who / hunger.

AnTiphon (sung by all)

p A r i s h n o T e sWelcome to all visiting St. James today. Please fill out a visitor card and place it in an alms basin during the Offertory. All baptized Christians are welcomed to receive communion at the altar of the Episcopal Church. Today: 25 September (Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost) •8:00 am - Holy Eucharist, Rite I (Church)

•8:15 am - Breakfast (GH)•8:15 am - St. James Choir Rehearsal (9:00 am service) (CR)•9:00 am - Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Church)•10:10 am - Adult Christian Formation with The Rev. Tim Meyers (GH)•10:10 am - Children and Youth Formation (Classrooms) •10:30 am - St. James Choir Rehearsal (11:15 am service) (CR)•11:15 am - Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Church)•5:00 pm - Youth Group - “Oceans of Fun” (GH)•5:30 pm - Parish Family Dinner (LPH)

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The Epistle: 1 Timothy 6:6-19Commentary Paul’s letters to Timothy are often described as pastoral because they lean more toward practical advice than theology. Throughout this first letter, Paul has encouraged Timothy to stand strong against the destructive influence of false teaching. Paul also guided Timothy toward an eternal perspective, reminding him that real gain is defined by the acquisition of godliness, not material wealth. One indication of godliness is taking hold of eternal life, which means living the faith you profess. Finally, Paul had a word of instruction for wealthy Ephesians, reminding them that the Giver, not the gifts, should be their focus. God’s blessings enable us to bless others; wealth provides the opportunity to be rich in good works.

See the calendar on the website www.stjamesp.org or the Church Life app for events scheduled for this week. Download the Church Life app on iTunes or the Google Store.

2 October (Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost) •8:00 am - Holy Eucharist, Rite I (Church)

•8:15 am - Breakfast (GH)•8:15 am - St. James Choir Rehearsal (9:00 am service) (CR)•9:00 am - Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Church)•10:10 am - Children and Youth Formation (Classrooms) •10:10 am - The Wright Path (BWR)•10:10 am - Bible Lite (Green Room)•10:10 am - Sharing the Journey (SMR)•10:10 am - The Disciples Class (LR)•10:30 am - St. James Choir Rehearsal (11:15 am service) (CR)•11:15 am - Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Church)•5:00 pm - Youth Group - “Tim’s Talk” (SJYR)

St. James Vision StatementOur vision is for St. James Parish to be a committed, loving, supportive parish family that provides oppor-

tunity, encouragement and nourishment for all to know Christ and make Him known.

St. James Mission StatementTo invite all people to know and receive the infinite grace of God in Christ, and together grow in love of

God and neighbor through service, worship, and study.

COPYRIGHTS: Sanctus WLP 858, arr. Marcia Pruner; Sanctus S128 by permission of Oxford University Press; Fraction Anthem S-152: © 1971 Mason Martens; Scripture readings are from The New Revised Standard Version (NRSV), copyright 1989, 1995 by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved; The Book of Common Prayer is in the public domain. St. James Parish holds CCLI License #11051308 and Onelicense.net License # A-718078.

The Lord sets the prisoners free;the Lord opens the eyes of the / blind; * the Lord lifts up those who are bowed / down;The Lord loves the righteous;the Lord cares for the / stranger; * he sustains the orphan and widow,but frustrates the way of the / wicked.

Second half of chant:The Lord shall reign for / ever, * your God, O Zion, throughout all generations. Halle-/lujah!

AnTiphon (sung by all)

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THE

GRAPEVINEST. JAMES PARISH • WILMINGTON, NC

WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 25, 2016

ALL ARE WELCOME!

One of the hallmarks of any Episcopal church across the United States is the

standard "Welcome" sign. I have seen these welcome signs posted in various locations, such as the

memorial garden, or on top of the front door to the main sanctuary. You will probably find one outside of a parish where it typically says, “The Episcopal Church Welcomes You.” At St. James, the parish has two welcome signs, one on Market Street and the other on Third Street. The welcome sign tells any person walking, driving, running, sightseeing, or seeking refuge from the outside world that you can come inside and be welcomed without question. One probably wouldn't find that sign on just any building. In fact, when was the last time you saw any building, other than a church, that had a sign outside that says, “All Are Welcome?” The welcome sign is unique to the Episcopal Church, as well as St. James Parish, because it is a place where all of God’s people are welcome. Have we ever stopped to consider the weight that the sign carries? The welcome signs at St. James offer more than just a place to be welcomed. They go much deeper!

During my first few months here, St. James has been more than just a place to come and be welcomed for worship on Sunday mornings. A group of more than fifty people have gathered at the church weekly to discuss difficult issues of race and racism in the United States over the past month. Many of the people that have participated in these discussions, more than three quarters, have been from outside of St. James. Those people who are not members of St. James have felt welcomed by the parish.

Every week on Mondays and Saturdays, St. James welcomes both AA and Al-Anon group to use the parish facilities for their meetings. On Thursdays, the Phoenix Employment Ministry uses the parish facilities to help people find employment within our community. Pheonix Employment Ministry and various other groups have felt welcomed at St. James. Our own Day School at St. James is another place where children, from and outside of the parish, have been welcomed to receive education and care.

St. James programs such as Morning Prayer, Sunday Worship, Bible Studies, Education for Ministry, and Parish Choir, allow church members as well as community members outside of the church, to be welcomed participants in the life of the parish. St. James’ ministries, buildings, and facilities go way beyond the typical welcome sign, inviting people to be a part of church. St. James shows everyone that, regardless of your background or station in life, all are welcome here. The next time you see the welcome signs outside of St. James, contemplate their deeper meaning and their benefit to all of God’s people in Wilmington and beyond.

"St. James shows everyone that, regardless of your background or station in life, all

are welcome here."

THE REV. TIM MEYERS

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HOMECOMING September 11 was a beautiful Sunday. The last service at Lebanon Chapel was over for the summer and more than 300 parishioners of St. James gathered at the 10:30 service downtown. Parish Life, with assistance from Evangelism along with many others, planned a Homecoming Event. Bishop Henry Parsley spoke about the meaning of homecomings and his thoughts on being at home at St. James.

After the service, children and adults filled the Great Hall with many voices of greeting and laughter! They viewed the awesome ministry displays, discussed service and volunteer opportunities. (Example: Lebanon Chapel now has a new team of 8 to assist with the grounds).Parishioners brought beautifully covered dishes to Perry Hall, which was filled with red and white balloons. More than 200 diners enjoyed a delicious meal and lingered over dessert to hear the music provided by Carol and Bill Green. Overall, a truly special Sunday with special people who had come home to St. James!

IN OUR PRAYERS:Violet Freeman.

CONDOLENCES TO:Rev. Janet Tarbox on the death

of her husband, Talmadge Moore LeGrand.

CONDOLENCES TO:The family and friends of

Robert Vinsant Cox.

ST. JAMES BLESSINGS

ST. JAMES UPDATES

FARMWORKER FESTIVALThanks to all parishioners who responded to the email blast and joined us at the Farmworker Festival. There were 10 volunteers from St. James Parish! The hot dogs were a huge hit with the farm workers. A special effort was made by the Outreach Committee to recycle some of the 300 water bottles and cans that were distributed at the festival. We were grateful to be there and happy to serve!

Frank Brown and The Rev. Tim Meyers on the way to the Farmworker Festival with carfuls of donated plates, forks, and water bottles.

VESTRY CLASS OF 2017The Vestry Nominating Committee has been formed and we are starting to work on a slate for the next Vestry Class. The members of this year’s Nominating Committee are: Claude Bridger – Sr. Warden, Steve Thomas – Jr. Warden, Dana Cook – Past Sr. Warden, Frances Trask – Member at large, Anne Williams – Member at large. Please prayerfully consider individuals to be considered for the Vestry Class of 2017. Please call one of the above committee members to give us names you would like considered. Thank you very much for your consideration. If you need contact information for any of the committee members, please call 910.763.1628

Members of St. James discussing volunteer opportunites at this year's Homecoming.

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ADULT CHRISTIAN FORMATIONTHIS WEEK: SEPTEMBER 25

WRIGHT PATH: Meeting in the Great Hall at 10:10 a.m. Introducing New Clergy, Tim Meyers

BIBLE LITE: Meeting in the Great Hall at 10:10 a.m. Introducing New Clergy, Tim Meyers

SHARING THE JOURNEY:Meeting in the Great Hall at 10:10 a.m.Introducing New Clergy, Tim Meyers

THE DISCIPLES: Meeting in the Great Hall at 10:10 a.m. Introducing New Clergy, Tim Meyers

CHILDREN’S CHRISTIAN FORMATIONTHIS WEEK: SEPTEMBER 25

CHILDREN: After hearing the parable of the rich man and Lazarus, children will ask themselves, “How can I help?”

YOUTH: Young parishioners will pay more attention to poverty in their midst, after Jesus’ story about the rich man and Lazarus.

CHRISTIAN FORMATION

UPCOMING AT ST. JAMESPARISH FAMILY DINNNERSUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 | 5:30 PM | LEE PARISH HALL

This celebration of our parish life will feature Ray Kennedy's Cabaret and a simultaneous program for children called “Oceans of Fun.”

EFM - EDUCATION FOR MINISTRYMONDAY & TUESDAY | SEE CALENDAR ON PAGE 15

Are you seeking to deepen and grow your faith? We pray and discuss readings from the Bible, church history, and theology. We also explore and deepen our beliefs. For additional information or registration contact: Rachel Pace 910-350-0248 rppace@hotmail.com.

BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5 | 4:30 PM | SJP CEMETERY

The Blessing of Animals is an outdoor tradition, held each year to celebrate the Feast Day of St. Francis. All people who love animals, along with all pets and their human

friends, are invited to this brief service, which focuses on God's gifts of animals, the natural world, and our responsibilities as stewards of God's creations. All pets are welcome, but please consider the wisdom of bringing aggressive animals.

WONDERFUL WEDNESDAY WOMENBEGINNING WEDNESDAYS, OCTOBER 12 | 10:30 AM | GRAHAM PARLOR

Our program begins again on October 12, 2016 for a six-week session. The book we will discuss is Small Victories: Spotting Improbable Moments of Grace by Anne Lamott. It can be obtained through Amazon or at a local bookseller. We will meet on Wednesday mornings from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM in the Graham Parlor. You can occasionally drop in or be a regular. You are always welcome!

Questions? Kitty Davis - kittydavis@bellsouth.net or Barbara Whitesides – whiteside6@me.com

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SAVE THE DATE 10.16.2016

PARISH PICNICMT. LEBANON CHAPEL

Sunday5:00 - 7:00 PM

Following the 4:30 PM EvensongQuestions? Contact cindypopajohn@gmail.com

910.232.1936

FEATURED EVENTS

FOYER GROUPOCTOBER - JUNE | OFFSITE

This Christian ministry provides an opportunity for parishioners to meet informally for dinner in small groups of 8-12 people. Dinners are in members' homes and/or public restaurants. Singles are welcome, too! Groups meet October 2016 through June 2017. Please call Brenda Wolff, 910-799-1886, or email wolffmom233@yahoo.com to join.

COUPLES RETREATNOVEMBER 11-13 | TRINITY CENTER

Imagine experiencing more of God's grace in your marriage, by learning the skills of listening and hearing each other with an all-inclusive cost of only $320 per

couple. Reserve your place or obtain more information by contacting Nancy Keller (910) 313-2848. Reservations must be made by Oct. 7th and payment is required by Oct. 17th; to St. James Parish (memo for couples retreat!)

QUIET RETREAT NOVEMBER 30 - DECEMBER 2 | PELICAN HOUSE

This retreat will prepare your body and soul as we enter the Advent season through quiet reflection (Morning, noon, evening prayer) and walking meditation. Silence is maintained in the house and at meals, with the exception of music provided by Carol Green on her harp during meal time. Open to men and women with a total space for 9 guests. The cost for 2 nights and meals is $155. Reserve your place or obtain more information by contacting Linda Murchison (910) 763-6072

TOM MORRIS TO SPEAK AT ST. JAMES PARISHTUESDAY, NOV 1 | 7:00 PM | SJP

Wilmington resident Tom Morris: Christian Philosopher, former Morehead-Cain Scholar, and professor at Yale and Notre Dame, will speak at St. James Parish, on Tuesday, November 1, at 7:00 p.m. The lecture is free and open to the public and will follow a thirty-minute social at 6:30 p.m. There will be a book-signing following the talk.

For more information or to register for this event, please visit, stjamesp.org

GROUP READ & DISCUSSIONWEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 | 6:30-8:00 PM | GREAT HALL

We will be reading and discussing America's Original Sin by Jim Wallis. All are encouraged and welcome to come (even those who have not read the book or attended previous meetings.)

To sign up, please call 910.763.1628

don't miss out on your opportunity to join!

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MINISTRY MINUTES

"STEWARDSHIP MINUTE"Sunday, September 25th marks the start of this year’s Stewardship Campaign at St. James! Next week, every parishioner will receive a stewardship packet in the mail. This packet contains important information about the campaign, its goals, and our church’s budget and ministries. Please take time to review it carefully.

Pledge certificates, that can be used to indicate the amount of your pledge commitment for 2017, will be mailed to all

FEATURED EVENTS CONT.

parishioners the week of October 9th. Please return your completed pledge certificate by no later than November 6th, All Saint’s Sunday. You may also submit your pledge online at www.stjamesp.org. Thank you in advance for your financial support to St. James Parish.

David Brownlow, Stewardship Campaign Chairman

Steve Coggins, Vestry Liaison, Stewardship

ST. ANNE'S GUILD BAKE SALESUNDAY, OCTOBER 16 | 8:30 AM-12:30 PM | UNDER THE CLOISTER

It’s that time again! You do not have to be a member of St. Anne's Guild to contribute baked items for us to sell. We also take monetary donations. All funds from the bake sale are used to support our mission and outreach programs.

We will receive items for the sale on Saturday, October 15 from 9 am to 12 pm at the entrance to the day school. Thanks in advance for your support!

Questions? Please call Janet Ward at 910-512-1082 or email at janetwrd@aol.com

BAKE SALE

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DO YOU HAVE AN ARTICLE FOR THE GRAPEVINE?To be featured in the October 2 Grapevine, please submit your article to communications@stjamesp.org

Articles submitted will appear in two (2) consecutive editions of the Grapevine. Any additional appearance of articles needs to be coordinated with the Director of Communications.

The editing staff reserves the right to edit your piece for content clarity, length, and format. We will contact you if major revision, rewriting, clarification, and/or amplification is necessary. We will not notify authors about grammar, style, or length edits ahead of publication.

*Please note that the deadline for submissions is September 26 by 10:00 AM

ST. JAMES IN THE KNOW

BETWEEN SUNDAYS BLOGOur vision is for St. James Episcopal Church of Wilmington, NC to be a committed, loving, and supportive parish. We hope to provide opportunity, encouragement, and nourishment for all to know Christ.The vision is for this blog to be another place to connect to church between Sundays. This blog is yet another space that will lead to some real conversations, and dialogues about faith.

GIVING MADE EASYAre you interested in giving to St. James Parish, but don't know how? St. James Parish now has a safe and simple way to receive contributions online!

Log onto Stjamesp.org and find the ACCESS tab for a quick and easy way to donate. Other advantages to using ACCESS are that as a member you can:

•Pledge and schedule one-time or recurring gifts via bank drafts

•View the calendar

•Search the church directory

•Update your family’s information

•View your giving history and obtain a tax statement for your contributions

•Register and pay for events

Log onto stjamesp.org and start your ACCESS account today!

SCHEDULING MEETINGS AND EVENTS AT ST. JAMESPlease be sure to add all meetings and events to the calendar as soon as possible. There are many groups and events at St. James and we want to avoid schedule conflicts and double-bookings! It is also important for us to be aware of all events taking place in our facilities.

When submitting an event, please include the following information:

• Name of event (please be specific!)• Event description• Date of event• Start and End times• Time required for set up and/or take down• Room to be reserved• Resources needed (tables, chairs, video

equipment, etc.)• Point of contact name and phone number/

email

There is an Event Request Form available on the website (on the homepage, under the Events tab). For additional assistance, contact Don Barlow at don@stjamesp.org.

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"OCEANS OF FUN"SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM | GREAT HALL

Want to have some fun? All 6th – 12th graders are encouraged to join us in The Great Hall, to have “Oceans of Fun” with the children of St. James, through an interactive adventure with “Finding Nemo.” While parents are enjoying a magnificent dinner in Lee Perry Hall, the children and youth will be enjoying an evening of fun, fellowship, food, and festivities.

Parents: Please encourage your 6th – 12th graders to come and share their lives with our young children. This is the perfect opportunity for them to begin to their leadership roles within our St. James Community.

Questions? Contact Cookie at cookie@stjamesp.org

HAPPENING #68 REGISTRATION DUESUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 | 7:30 PM | COOKIE'S HANDS

All registration forms need to be turned into Cookie by 7:30 pm on Sunday, September 25

Questions? Contact Cookie at cookie@stjamesp.org

VIRGINIA CREEPER TRAIL REGISTRATION DUEFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 | STJAMESP.ORG/YOUTH

Make sure to register for this event by visiting stjamesp.org/youth. Registration closes Friday, September 30.

Questions? Contact Cookie at cookie@stjamesp.org

YOUTH MINISTRIES REGISTRATIONSCURRENTLY | STJAMESP.ORG/YOUTH

Want to register for a St. James Youth Ministries Trip? Go online to the St James Webpage. You may register and pay online! Registration forms along with the St. James

YOUTH MINISTRIESCommunity Covenant and medical release form 2016 – 2017 are available. If you prefer, email Cookie at cookie@stjamesp.org and she will respond to your email with all of the forms and information that you request.

JOIN US FOR A WONDERFUL YEAR OF CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY, FUN, OUTREACH & ACTIVITIES!

WELCOMING KATIE BRADBURYSUNDAY, OCTOBER 2 | 10:10 AM | SJP

You will not want to miss worshipping at St. James on Sunday Morning, October 2! The Rev. Ann Bonner Stewart, Chaplain at St Mary’s School, Raleigh, NC will be preaching and our St. Mary’s Students from St. James will be with us! At 10:10 am, Christian Formation for youth will be held in the Sandy Johnston Youth Room with Katie Bradbury sharing her story. Katie grew up within the Diocese of East Carolina & also participated in our St. James Mission Experiences and within our Happening Community! You will not want to miss being with Katie! She has an amazing story of her life to share with you, one that will truly make you ponder God’s presence in your life! Join Cookie as we welcome Katie Bradbury!

COLLEGE APPLICATIONSWEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM | THE GWATHMEY’S HOME | 2110 S. CANTERBURY RD

It's almost time to get those applications in to the colleges and universities of your choice. Kay and David Dougherty will be guiding you to the next part of the application process. Come and gather the information that will help you prepare your college application.

SCAROWINDS REGISTRATION DUEWEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12 | 7:30 PM | STJAMESP.ORG/YOUTH

Make sure to register for this event by visiting stjamesp.org/youth. Registration closes Wednesday, October 12.Questions? Contact Cookie at cookie@stjamesp.org

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THE WEEK AT ST. JAMES

CREATIVITY CORNER

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26Morning Prayer8:00 AM–8:30 AM | Church

Children's Chapel9:15 AM–9:45 AM | Children's Chapel

Phoenix Employment Ministry 1:00 PM–4:00 PM | Bishop Wright Room

EfM6:30 PM–9:00 PM | Graham Parlor

AA Meeting7:30 PM–9:00 PM | Lippitt Room

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27Mens Bible Study7:15 AM–8:00 AM | Great Hall

Contemplative Prayer7:30 AM–9:00 AM | Church

Morning Prayer8:00 AM–8:30 AM | Church

EfM Class9:00 AM–11:30 AM | Stephen Ministry Rm

Phoenix Employment Ministry 9:00 AM–4:00 PM | Bishop Wright Room

Orientation to St. James - 2,3,&45:30 PM–7:00 PM | Bishop Wright Room

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28PCJBS7:00 AM–8:00 AM | Offsite

Morning Prayer8:00 AM–8:30 AM | Church

Phoenix Employment Ministry 9:00 AM–4:00 PM | Bishop Wright Room

Wednesday Eucharist12:10 PM–12:45 PM | Church

Book Discussion: "America's Original Sin: Racism"6:30 PM–8:00 PM | Great Hall

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29Morning Prayer8:00 AM–8:30 AM | Church

Phoenix Employment Ministry 9:00 AM–4:00 PM | Bishop Wright Room

Lumina Choir Rehearsal4:00 PM–5:00 PM | Choir Room

SJ Choir Rehearsal7:00 PM–8:30 PM | Choir Room

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30Morning Prayer8:00 AM–8:30 AM | Church

Phoenix Employment Ministry 9:00 AM–12:30 PM | Bishop Wright Room

Walsh/Whiteley (Reh)4:30 PM–5:30 PM | Offsite

Griffin/Wolff (Reh)6:00 PM-7:00 PM | Lebanon Chapel

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1DNOWAll Day

Walsh/Whiteley (Wed)All Day | Offsite

Al Anon8:00 AM–9:00 AM | Bishop Wright Room

Altar Guild - Set Up8:00 AM-11:00 AM | Church

Matthew Parris Croom (Baptism)10:00 AM-11:00 AM | Church

Griffin/Wolff (Wed)11:00 AM-1:00 PM | Lebanon Chapel

FIRST DAY OF FALLTUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

September 22 marks the very first day of fall!

Celebrate the new season by coloring in the picture!

ST. JAMES PARISH• ESTABLISHED 1729 •

STAFF: Rector The Rev. Ronald G. Abrams | Associate Rector The Rev. Jay Sidebotham | Assistant Rector The Rev. Timothy M. Meyers | Assistant Rector The Rev. Chris Hamby | Deacon The Rev. Catherine W. Davis | Curate The Rev. Paula Griffin | Organist/Choirmaster John Sullivan | Facilities Administrator Don Barlow | Office/Financial Administrator Jan Hincke | Parish Coordinator Suzanne Adams | Parish Administrative Assistant Suzanne Murphy | Communications Director Sarah Cavalcanti | Youth Ministries Cookie Cantwell | Christian Formation Assistant Devyn Doyle | Registrar Gorda Singletary | Day School Director Stephanie Burney | Sextons Frank Brown, Douglas Maddox

VESTRY: Senior Warden Claude Bridger | Junior Warden Steve Thomas | Administration/Finance Fred Osann | Building/Grounds Owen Aylesworth | Christian Formation Frances Wells | Communications Allen Trask | Evangelism Steve Thomas | Outreach Mary Gornto | Parish Life/Hospitality Cindy Popajohn | Pastoral Care Claude Bridger | Stewardship Steve Coggins | Spiritual Growth Louise Sloan | Worship Adair Ellis | Youth/Young Adults Mike Brown | Clerk Diane Macaskill | Treasurer David Sprunt

Visit us online: www.stjamesp.orgFacebook: www.facebook.com/stjamesp

Between Sundays blog: stjamesclergy.wordpress.com

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