Brahms Reqiuem

This Sunday, at 2:00 pm, there will be a performance of the Brahms Requiem with the UMS Choir and the Philadelphia Orchestra, in Hill Auditorium, conducted by Yannick Nezet- Sequin. It should a stunning performance and a chance to hear some amazing soloists as well. Hope to see you there! 

from Alice Vanwambeke

Altar Flowers

Do you have a special occasion coming up? Please consider donating flowers in honor of the occasion, or in honor of the memory of a loved one who has passed. The cost of flowers for a Sunday is $50. We have the following dates open: May 26, June 2

Wednesday Bible Study

Wednesday Bible Study continues on Wednesdays at 11:00 AM on Zoom. Wednesday Bible Study has nearly/finally completed the Book of Exodus and will continue meeting via zoom for the rest of April. We will pick up again with in person gatherings in the church library at 11:00 in the middle of May. There will soon be an announcement of the topic. Contact Kathie at 734-216-4015 or ksandmair@aol.com for the Zoom link. 

Monthly Socials

Women’s Lunch: 

Thursday, April 18, at 11:30 am

Men’s Lunch: 

Friday, April 26, at 11:30 am

Monthly socials are held at Aubree’s in downtown Dexter. All are welcome!

Look out for new info for socials starting in May!

Still Waters

On Saturday, April 27, Still Waters will meet at 11:00 am in the church library for a light meal provided by anyone who is willing to offer something, prayer, and a conversation about the concept of "Oneness". We will be looking at examples of this Oneness from Celtic spirituality.

Oneness: Prayer for Peace

Oneness, A Prayer for Peace will happen on our front lawn at 4:30 pm on April 27. This will be a monthly event until November on the last Saturday of each month. These prayer times will be short with everyone welcome. It will be as open as we can make it for all faiths. There is much to pray for in the world today and this is something that all of us can do.

Photo Directory

We would like to put together a photo directory for St. James'.  

Please forward photos (formal or informal) to the office at office@stjamesdexter.org.  

Dexter Bicentennial 

Dexter is holding its bicentennial celebration on June 22. As one of the oldest organizations in Dexter, we want to be sure to participate. We are planning to take part in the parade, as well as host some kind of event (likely involving food) on our front lawn after the parade. If you are interested in helping to plan for the occasion, please contact Sandy Riley, sbutler1953@hotmail.com, or Jackie Shock, shockjpe@gmail.com. 

Parish Contacts

While we work on recruiting an interim rector, if you have any needs, questions, or concerns, please contact:

Pastoral Emergency: Jackie Shock or Julie Lowery

Worship: Wendy Arntson

Finances: Lynne Slager

Reimbursement Requests: Janet Cook

Building & Grounds: Len Arntson

Flowers: Robin Meloche

Music: Gwangwon Park

Christian Formation: Kathie Sandmaier

Outreach: Jackie Shock

Fellowship and Pastoral Care: Wendy Arntson

Administrative Requests/Questions: Franklin Vines-Lowe

All other questions: Jackie or Julie

Prayers are Needed For:

• For peace in the world, especially the Middle East and Ukraine.
• In the Diocesan cycle of prayer, St. Michael’s, Lansing, and St. Paul’s, Brighton.
• In the Anglican cycle of prayer, the Anglican Church of Australia. 
• Bob Kahle (friend of Brenda Thalacker)
• Callie Swan
• Connor Gates (Louise French’s cousin) 
• Deb Wilson
• Debbie Stoll
• Duane Nagel and family
• Elizabeth (Deb's cousin)
• Ellen
• Gia Kullgren (Alice Van Wambeke’s daughter)
• Jenny Decker and family (Julia Shea’s granddaughter) 
• Joel and family (Margaret Breeden’s nephew) 
• Katherine Sodergren
• Kyle Abraham (Barb’s grandson) 
• Linda C.
• Louise and David French
• Pam and family (Janet Cook’s cousin)
• Ramona (Deb’s friend)
• Rhea Rosenbusch
• Ruth and Ron (Roger Parker’s sister and brother-in-law)
• Russ Soffredine and family (Wendy Arntson’s brother-in-law)
• Sherry Novak (Kristen’s sister-in-law)
• The Milton and Pung families