Saturday, November 11 | 11:00 AM
Veteran's Day Ringing of the Bell
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This Saturday, at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, all are invited to observe a moment of silence and a tolling of our steeple bell 21 times in honor of Veterans’ Day and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
The tradition began on November 11, 1918 to mark the armistice signed between the Allies of World War I and Germany after more than four years of horrific fighting and the loss of millions of lives on the Western Front. During this critical time in our history, may we all pause for a moment of stillness and silence, as we pray for peace in our communities and throughout the world.
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Parishioner Andy Woolworth will be preaching, and Chris Keeney and the Duke Street Band will bring us Border Song, Dear God, Candle In The Wind, Your Song, and Goodbye Yellow Brick Road.
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Sunday, November 12 | 9:30 AM
Forum Hour: Lord, Teach Us to Pray
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Prayer is the application of the heart to God, and the internal exercise of love. Jeanne-Marie Bouvier de la Motte Guyon, also known as Madame Guyon (1648-1717), is one of the great mystical writers of the Christian tradition. She was also the subject of great theological controversy which lead to her being imprisoned twice under suspicion of the heresy of Quietism.
Her most influential writing was A Short and Very Easy Method of Prayer, in which she claimed to be able to teach all Christians how to experience mystical union with God. For Madame Guyon, God lives in the center of every human being, and by prayer and love, we can descend to that center to enter into the intimate presence of God. "Love is the weight which sinks them into God, wherein they descend with inconceivable rapidity from one profound depth to another." Join us this Sunday as we explore the provocative insights of this highly influential mystic and practitioner of prayer. Click here to join forum via Zoom.
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Sunday, November 12 | 8:30 & 10:30 AM
A Service of Special Music
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Under the Direction of
Dr. William Wright
This coming Sunday, November 12, is Special Music Sunday! The theme centers on “Exsultate Deo” (Sing Joyfully to God)! At the 8:30 AM service, our vocal quintet will present several anthems, and the congregation will hear Grammy-Award winning clarinetist, Doris Hall-Gulati playing unique arrangements of well-known hymns and Spirituals. At 10:30, our full choir will be joined by an octet of string players, presenting music by Allessandro Scarlatti, Dan Forrest, Tomaso Albinoni, and George Sweet.
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IN THE HOME STRETCH
Dear Friends,
On Sunday November 12th, the 2024 Saint James Annual Fund campaign will have officially come to a close. We have asked for gifts and commitments (either by card or on line through Realm) to be in by November 15th.
We have also asked this year that everyone once again consider growth in their giving commensurate with the growth we are experiencing in the parish and the resulting need for increased support. To date, well over half of the pledges we have received have reflected this growth! If you are among those who were able to grow in giving this year, our deep thanks!
Like any well run organization, Saint James does its budgeting based significantly on anticipated income. It is for this reason that having your gift intentions for 2024 now is so important. We will take your commitments anytime they come of course, and gratefully! But you can help us plan well, by indicating now your giving intention for 2024. Click here to visit the Realm giving page and complete your pledge!
Jesus says, "I am the vine, you are the branches". The branches, grafted to the Vine of Christ here at Saint James, have created one of the most remarkable parishes in the country, modeling what faithful, generous giving, both within and outside our walls should look like. On behalf of your priests, your vestry, and all who will be blessed by your generosity in 2024, THANK YOU!
Fr. Glenn +
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November 16th | 7:00 AM - 4:45 PM
Pilgrimage to National Museum of African American History and Culture
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All are invited to join the Bishop Nathan Baxter Chapter, Union of Black Episcopalians on an enlightening pilgrimage to the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, DC.
Museum tickets are free. The $75 fee helps offset the cost of the transportation, driver and driver gratuity. Seats are available on a first come, first serve basis; others will be placed on a waiting list. Youth 17 and under require a chaperone. We will only travel to this museum site then return home. Refunds are given for cancellations 48 hours prior to the trip.
Thursday, November 16, leaving from Lancaster:
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Through Sunday, November 12th
4th Annual Winter Sock Drive
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This is the last Sunday to donate socks, hats and gloves!
Did you know that socks are one of the most needed but least donated article of clothing for the homeless? Winter's snow, ice and freezing temperatures will be here soon, and the homeless men and women throughout Lancaster County will need new socks to help keep their feet warm and dry.
This Sunday through November 12th, please drop off new socks (men's and women's) along with gently used hats and gloves. Look for the donation box in the Narthex!
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Wednesday, November 15 | 3:00 PM
Holy Eucharist at Willow Valley
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Willow Valley residents are invited to join clergy and staff from Saint James and Holy Trinity Lutheran churches to celebrate Holy Eucharist in Manor North Auditorium, located on the third floor of the main building in Manor North. All are welcome; bring a friend! |
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Saturday, November 18 | 8:30 - 10:30 AM
The Upper Room Men's Group
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Parish House Forum Room
Join the Upper Room Men's Group in the parish house forum room for breakfast on Saturday, November 18th. Men of all ages are welcome to this time of food, fellowship and thought-provoking discussion! For questions, click here to email Chuck Smith.
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Saturday, November 18 | 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Women's Gathering Via Zoom
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Spirituals, songs of abiding faith passed down by African Americans through the centuries, offer a remarkable view of resilience, courage, and love. Formed in the crucible of fire, these songs express the suffering and horror of slavery as well as the love of God and the promise of a better future.
Join Women's Gathering on November 18th as we explore author Mark Bozzuti-Jones take on the modern-day lessons of these spirituals with scripture readings, daily devotions, and questions for reflection. Click here to email Lorraine Rollo for the Zoom link.
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Sunday, November 19, 2023
Visitation by The Rt. Rev. Dr. Audrey C. Scanlan, Bishop
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On Sunday, November 19th, Bishop Audrey Scanlan will be at Saint James as part of her two-year rotational cycle of parish visitations.
While here, she will be our featured speaker at our 9:30 AM Forum and will confirm and receive members into Saint James and the Anglican community as part of the 10:30 AM Mass. Her visitation will also include meeting with clergy and lay leaders and learning more about the varied ministries of Saint James and our impact locally and around the world!
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Sunday, November 26th | 11:30 AM
Feast Day of St. Andrew
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All are welcome to gather in the sanctuary after the 10:30 AM Mass for a brief celebration of the Feast Day of St. Andrew, Patron saint of Scotland.
Thom Moore of the Happy bagpiper will be our guest bagpiper for the service.
Click here to learn more about St. Andrew and how he became the patron saint of Scotland.
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Monday, November 27th, lunch & dinner
Annual GIVE20 Fundraiser at Iron Hill
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Our annual GIVE20 fundraiser and the release of Saint James Ale is set for November 27th at Iron Hill Brewery at 781 Harrisburg Pike, across from Franklin & Marshall College.
Click here to view the coupon. Show the coupon to the wait staff, and Iron Hill will give 20% of your food bill (excluding alcohol) to Saint James. Proceeds will go towards renovations for another Habitat for Humanity home (on St. Joseph street) to begin this winter. Reservations strongly encouraged!
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We pray for the soul of Robert (Bob) F. Groff Jr. who died on November 2nd. His service will be at Saint James on Saturday, November 11th at 11:00 AM. Visitation is at 9:30 AM.
A Viewing will be held at Groff Family Funeral Home, 528 W. Orange Street, Lancaster, PA 17603 on Friday afternoon, November 10th from 3:00 - 6:00 PM. Our condolences to Linda and their entire family. Clergy are invited to vest (white stoles).
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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November 11, 5:00 PM: Saturday Night Mass featuring the music of Elton John
November 11, 6:00 PM: Dinner for a Difference
November 12, 10:30 AM: Special Music Sunday
November 15, 3:00 PM: Holy Eucharist at Willow Valley
November 18, 8:30 AM: Upper Room Men’s Breakfast
November 18, 9:30 AM: Women’s Gathering via Zoom
November 19, 10:30 AM: Confirmation and visitation by The Rt. Rev. Dr. Audrey C. Scanlan, Bishop
November 23 – November 24: Office Closed for Thanksgiving
November 26, 11:30: Feast Day of St. Andrew
November 27: GIVE20 fundraiser at Iron Hill Brewery
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