Friday December 2 | 9 PM
Compline at the Urban Well
Ancient Music and Prayers for the Modern Soul

Join us this Friday at 9 PM in our beautifully lit sanctuary as we continue a tradition that dates back to the 6th century and continues today around the world.

Compline is based on the closing time of prayer in the Daily Office, or monastic cycle of prayer. It is spoken or sung in monasteries around 9 PM when darkness has fallen and bedtime is near. Sung a capella by candlelight in our softly lit sanctuary, our prayers are inspired by the need for divine protection, peace and rest. Click here to view the livestream.
2023 Annual Giving
Campaign Celebration

This coming Sunday in the midst of Advent watching and waiting, we will also celebrate the success of our 2023 annual fund campaign. Fr Glenn will preach and provide an update on our campaign numbers as we celebrate the growth, depth, and commitment of our congregation throughout this fall. If you have not yet done so, please click here to make your pledge online or bring your commitment card to church on Sunday to ensure you are part of the good news story too!
Realm Software Updates
A new way to access your giving info
Realm has implemented a new way to access your giving profile and information.

After you log into your Realm account, look way over to the left side of the window and click on the menu (pictured above in the red rectangle).

Then click, "Connect."
After you click on the Connect button, you'll see a list of options.


Click on the Giving link to make your pledge and access your giving profile and information.
Christmas Memorial Flowers
Remember a loved one and help us prepare our sanctuary for Christmas
Submission Deadline: Friday, December 9th.

If you would like to memorialize or honor a loved one with Christmas flowers in the sanctuary, you can do so in Realm. The name of your loved one will be listed in the Christmas Eve bulletin.

The suggested donation is $15/flower. Click here to get started. In the memo box, type the name of the person you are honoring. If you are ordering multiple flowers and run out of space in the memo box, simply make your donation, type “list to Karen” in the memo box and email Karen King the list of names.

You may also mail a check to the church office with Christmas flowers in the memo line. Call the parish office at 717-397-4858 if you have questions.

Submission Deadline: Friday, December 9th.
Saturday December 10 | 3:30 PM
St. Nicholas Trot and Visit
St. Nicholas to arrive at Saint James by horse-drawn carriage!

He'll start at Duke and Chestnut Streets and end at the church where there will be live nativity animals.

Story time with Saint Nicholas will begin at 4 PM. Refreshments will be served. Held rain or shine.
Saturday, December 17 | 10 - 11:30 AM
Women's Gathering
Via Zoom
During this season of Advent, we continue our examination of faith and action through the working of the Holy Spirit.

Our December discussion will be a reflection of Anglican mystic Evelyn Underhill's definition of mysticism as "the art of union with reality." Father Rohr describes the Holy Spirit as "the artist painting this union through us!" What is Richard Rohr's vision of the Trinity all about? Click here to email Lorraine Rollo for the link.
Sunday December 18 | 5 PM
Festival of Lessons and Carols
With the Saint James Choir
The Festival of Lessons and Carols is a service of Scripture and song that dates to the late 19th century. In this service, we listen to scripture lessons which recount the Fall, the promise of a Messiah, the Incarnation, and the Great Commission to preach the Good News.

Each lesson is followed by a carol or other song that reflects on the lesson's message and a brief prayer.

In person and streamed. Click here to view live.
Wednesday December 21 | 3 PM
Holy Eucharist at Willow Valley
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 to attend!
Looking Ahead to Next Year
Returning in 2023!
Faith, Food and Fellowship
Registration has begun!

We are excited to announce the re-launch of Faith, Food and Fellowship. What better way to get to know new members and fellow parishioners than by sharing a meal with them! Below are three popular options to fit varied lifestyles and schedules. 

Just Lunch 
An opportunity for those who prefer a social gathering at midday, in a member's home or at a restaurant. 

Table for Six 
This is an opportunity to dine out with fellow parishioners. Groups decide which restaurants they enjoy, take turns making the reservation and ask for separate checks. 

Dinner for Eight 
Groups of 8-10 gather in each other's homes. Households rotate hosting and providing the main course. The host also plans what others should bring to round out the meal. This is also a great option for families with children! 

Groups will begin meeting the end of this January and continue through June.

Click here to register.
Mark your calendar!
*December 2, 9 PM: Compline at the Urban Well, Ancient Music and Prayers for the Modern Soul

December 9, 5 PM: Deadline for submitting Christmas memorial flower requests

December 10, 3:30 PM: St. Nicholas trot and visit

December 17, 10 AM: Women's Gathering via Zoom only

*December 17, 11 AM: The Ordination of Martha Harris into the Holy Order of Priests

*December 18, 5 PM: Festival of Lessons and Carols

December 21, 3 PM: Holy Eucharist at Willow Valley

*December 24, 4:30 PM: Children's Pageant & Mass

December 24, 6:30 PM: Candlelight Mass

*December 24, 8:30 PM: Candlelight Mass

*December 24, 10:45 PM: Musical Prelude

*December 24, 11:00 PM: Midnight Mass with Incense

December 25, 8:30 AM: Holy Communion

*December 25, 10:30 AM: Holy Communion

*live-streamed