February 3 | 9 PM
First Friday Compline: ancient music and prayers for the modern soul
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This First Friday Compline we observe the Feast of the Presentation of Jesus in the Temple. The service will open and close with lush, contemporary motets by Italian Composer Mariano Garau, a composer who has become a favorite of our congregation and choir. In between, we will hear a Psalm setting by Richard Proulx, and Renaissance music by Johann Eccard and Michael Wise. Come inside and enjoy the warmth of our firepit and candlelit sanctuary, the depth of these ancient prayers, and the lush sounds of the Saint James Compline Choir. |
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February 5 | 9:30 AM
Forum Hour with Randall Zachman
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The theme for Forum this winter and spring addresses the question of how we as believers ought to pray, in light of the request the disciples made of Jesus, "Lord, teach us to pray" (Luke 11:1).
We begin by looking at the first Christian treatise on prayer, written by Origen of Alexandria (185-254). Origen wants us to remember that it is not only necessary to pray, but to pray as we ought (our disposition) and what we ought (our language). However, he also reminds us that we, like Paul, do not know how to pray as we ought (Romans 8:26), and so our prayers to God are graciously accompanied by the groaning of the Spirit, along with the praying of Christ, the angels and the departed saints. Join us this Sunday as we explore the way Origen teaches us to approach God in prayer.
Available in-person and via Zoom. Click here to join via Zoom.
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Saturday, February 11 | 5 PM
Saturday Night Mass
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Join us Saturday, February 11 at 5 PM for an informal, contemporary mass with our clergy and the music of Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin and Etta James in celebration of Black Heritage month.
Presented once a month, these masses offer something new and surprising to inspire and challenge you in your faith journey. A broad array of live music features favorite artists from the past, contemporary artists and contemplative themes while being integrated into traditional Episcopal liturgy.
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Sunday, February 12 | 11:30 AM
The Kitchen with Jonathan Bancroft Colon
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The kitchen is a magical space where transformation takes place. With knives, fire and time we take raw materials and transform them into life giving sustenance—not only physical but also emotional, spiritual and communal.
We will learn about the Saint James kitchen, knife skills and how to prepare a dish from scratch. Lunch will be served/created. Space is limited.
For middle and high school students. While it is best if you can make all three sessions, it is also okay to attend only one or two. Click here to register.
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Sunday, February 12, 2 - 5 PM
Absalom Jones Observance
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The annual Diocesan Absalom Jones observance will be held on Sunday afternoon, beginning at 2 PM at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Harrisburg. Events will include the Dr. George H. Love youth essay/arts contest, the Agape meal and Evensong, featuring the St. Paul's Fellowship Choir and the Capital Area Music Association (CAMA). All are invited to attend all or some of the events.
Click here to make a donations to support this observance.
St. Paul's Episcopal Church is located at:
248 Seneca St.,
Harrisburg, PA 17110
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Saturday, February 18 | 10 AM - 4:30 PM
An Exploration of Indian Spirituality
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Contemplating the art, music and spirituality of India with Fr. David and Professor Randall Zachman
The day begins with a trip, by coach bus, to the Walters Art Museum in Baltimore, Maryland. Eat lunch at the trendy Mount Vernon Marketplace and then enjoy a curated tour and introduction to Hindu art and spirituality by Fr. David and Prof. Zachman.
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Participants will return to Lancaster to enjoy the music and cuisine of India at the Taj Mahal restaurant with well-known sitarist John Protopapas playing and sharing his insights on the music of India.
Enjoy all or part of the exploration as your schedule allows. Discounts available. Click here for more info and to register.
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Sunday, February 19, 9:30 AM
Pancake Breakfast in the forum room
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Join us on February 19th at 9:30 AM in the forum room for a pancake breakfast!
Pancakes (and fasnachts!) have been a customary food before Lent begins as they are the last chance to indulge before the 40 days of fasting and are also an opportunity to use up food that couldn't be eaten during Lent including eggs, fat and milk—all ingredients used in pancakes!
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Tuesday, February 21, 7 PM
Fat Tuesday with Dutchy Funk
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Join us for this festive celebration on Fat Tuesday, better known to the French as Mardi Gras. Take in the last evening before Lent begins with the funky sounds of New Orleans style brass band, Dutchy Funk. This jam session in the sanctuary will also provide an opportunity to learn a bit about this period of the liturgical cycle. And afterwards, enjoy a New Orleans/Creole dessert reception! |
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Thursday, February 23, 7 PM
Mercy Seminar Term 1 Begins!
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February 23 - March 30
Entirely on Zoom
Professor Randall Zachman and Father David Peck welcome all those who want to make deeper connections between mind, body and spirit through sustained engagement with Hindu spirituality in ways that help us to deepen our own Christian spirituality through texts and practices. Together, we build a rich sense of community as we bring a “beginners mind” to the study of holy texts and the mystical path that deepens Christian understanding and expands our understanding of other faith traditions and cultures that we would otherwise never really appreciate.
Click here for more information and to register for Term 1.
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February 25 | 9:30 AM - 6 PM
Discerning Sobriety with Erin Jean Warde
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Join us for a weekend retreat exploring tools to help enable you to discern your own relationship with addictive choices or behaviors so common to us all.
Erin Jean Warde, ordained Episcopal priest and author of Spiritual Sobriety, will share her personal journey which led her to quit alcohol. She and smaller breakout groups will provide additional tools to help each participant explore a more mindful relationship with our substance misuse and dependencies and the richer sobrieties we might seek or experience.
Recommended for those seeking wholeness in mind, body and soul, for those questioning their relationship with any kind of addictive choice (or supporting someone who is) regardless of where they are in their journey or faith.
Walk-ups welcome; pre-registration kindly requested for planning purposes. Click here for more info and registration.
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Ministry Opportunities at Saint James |
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Sunday Forum Hour Hospitality
Help is needed Sunday mornings beginning at 8:45 AM to help prepare coffee for forum hour at 9:30 AM. Instructions are provided, and making coffee could not be easier! Click here to sign up.
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Altar Guild
The altar guild is looking for volunteers to help prepare the elements needed for the 8:30 and 10:30 AM Sunday masses. Tasks include preparing the wafers and wine and lighting the altar candles. Training is provided along with written instructions and diagrams to aid in the placement of the elements.
For more information, click here to email Deb Dickinson.
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Third Annual Hat & Sock Drive
Through February 14
Knit hats (one-size-fits-all) are this year’s most urgent need for our local shelters. Winter scarves are also appreciated. Thanks to our extra efforts from last year's drive, socks are NOT a high priority. Items can be placed in the collection box in the cloister narthex.
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We pray for the soul of John (Jack) Sellers who died on January 21st. His service will be at Saint James on Friday, February 10th at 2 PM.
Eternal rest grant to him, O Lord; and let light perpetual shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithfully departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
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The service for Steven Scaricamazza who died on January 21st will be on Saturday, February 11th at 10 AM, not at 11 AM as previously stated.
Eternal rest grant to him, O Lord; and let light perpetual shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithfully departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
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February 3, 9 PM: First Friday Compline: Ancient music and prayers for the modern soul
February 11, 5 PM: Saturday Night Mass: Divas
February 11, 6 - 8 PM: World Cooking: African Diaspora with Chef Oliver of Homage
February 12, 11:30 AM: The Kitchen with Jonathan Bancroft Colon
February 18, 8:30 - 10:30 AM: The Upper Room Men's Group Breakfast in the parish house forum room
February 18, 10:00 - 11:30 AM: Women's Gathering via Zoom
February 18, 10 AM - 6 PM: An Exploration of Indian Spirituality
February 19, 9:30 AM: Pancake breakfast in the forum room
February 21, 7 PM: Fat Tuesday with Dutchy Funk New Orleans style brass band, followed by a dessert reception
February 22, Ash Wednesday Services: 7:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 7:30 PM in the Sanctuary
February 23, 7 PM: Mercy Seminar begins
February 25, 10 AM: Discerning Sobriety retreat with Erin Jean Warde
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