Welcome Back!
Father David, Cordelia and Theo have returned home to Lancaster safely after three months of sabbatical travels. Theo has resumed her studies in Arizona, and this Sunday morning, we welcome Fr. David back to the pulpit to deliver the homily.

In the weeks ahead, during September forum hour, we'll hear more about Fr. David's sabbatical and his and Cordelia's experiences and learnings. Details will be shared as we draw closer to those dates.
Ollie's Closet School Supply Drive
Continues through September 4th
Help us stock the closet!
Visit the display in the Narthex and see how easy it is to help provide school supplies for students and teachers at Carter and MacRae Elementary School. 

Simply take a card from an envelope. It tells you what to buy, and on the back, it tells you where it can be purchased! It's that easy! 

Monetary donations to Ollie's Closet can also be made online or by check. Make your check payable to Saint James and write Ollie's Closet in the memo line.

Or, Click here to give online. Select Ollie's Closet Pass from the dropdown menu and follow the prompts to complete your gift.

For more information, contact Lissa Olson at 717-406-7207.
Volunteers are needed at the closet door!

Volunteers are needed at the closet door in the narthex to help during collection Sundays for the 8:30 & 10:30 AM Masses. The drive concludes on September 4th.

Click here to sign up to volunteer.
Notes of Praise and Encouragement
Notes of encouragement are always a big hit with teachers and students alike. Stop by the narthex on your way to a Sunday morning service and join us in writing as many notes as we can to be given to students throughout the school year!
Addiction & Recovery Ministry
Help is needed
The Addiction and Recovery Team’s 11th Step ministry at Saint James is looking for compassionate volunteers willing to serve as hosts during our NA meetings on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 830 PM in the parish house forum room.

The role is simple; you are the first face of the church they will see, so greeting at the door with a “hello” and directing
members to the forum room is all that is asked. For more info, click here to email Debbi Miller. Click here to register to host.
Upcoming Events at Saint James
Saturday, August 20 | 8:30 - 10:30 AM
The Upper Room Men's Group Breakfast in the parish house forum room
Join the Upper Room Men's Group in the parish house forum room for breakfast on August 20th. Men of all ages are welcome to this time of food, fellowship and thought-provoking discussion.

This Saturday, Phil Norris will share his experiences after trekking throughout Europe for five weeks.

Please RSVP to Paul Peachey (click here) or Chuck Smith (click here).
Saturday, August 27 | 9 AM
Congregational Safety &
Security Seminar in the parish house forum room
All are invited to a community conversation about safety and security in faith communities on Saturday, August 27th at 9 AM. The workshop will be facilitated by Officer Ed Blake of Tri State Enforcement Regional Authority (pictured above with Presiding Bishop Michael Curry) with whom we have partnered for events over the past several years.

The event is free, but an rsvp is kindly requested for planning purposes. Refreshments will be served. Click here to let us know you'll be attending.
Sunday, September 4 | After the 10:30 AM Mass
Usher's Luncheon in the parish house forum room
All ushers are invited to attend a luncheon on Sunday, September 4th after the 10:30 AM Mass. We will be reviewing policies and procedures related to COVID, upcoming Saturday night services, first aid training, and safety and security.

New to Saint James? Want to meet others in service of our community? Ushering is a great way to get involved while meeting others. Please join us for this informative meeting.

Kindly let George Finney know you'll be attending. Click here to send him an email.
Saturday, September 10 | 5 PM
Saturday Night Mass | Featuring music of The Beatles
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.

September 10: The Beatles
October 15: John Coltrane
November 12: Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
Sunday, September 11 | 11:30 AM - 1 PM
Global Philanthropy Leaders Program for Youth
Parish house library
For Youth in grades 8 - 12

Saint James is hosting a youth-led impact investing program to give high schoolers exposure to and experience with the basics of investing and microlending while growing in their faith in a relaxed setting with friends (and food!)

The group will meet monthly for six sessions in the parish house library beginning September 11th. Each session will follow a prepared curriculum including video instruction, group discussion, activities and special guests.

Lunch from Lancaster-based restaurant entrepreneurs receiving microloans from ASSETS will be provided. Participants will receive $250 to choose and manage a portfolio of microloans through Kiva.org on their own time.

Click here for more info on the Global Philanthropy Leaders program.
Mark your calendar!
August 20, 8:30 AM: The Upper Room Men's Group breakfast and meeting in the parish house forum room

August 27, 9 AM: Congregational Safety & Security Seminar in the parish house forum room

September 4: Ollie's Closet School Supply Drive concludes

September 4, 11:45 AM: Ushers' luncheon in the parish house forum room

September 10, 5 PM: Saturday Night Mass featuring music by The Beatles

September 11, 11:30 AM: Global Philanthropy Leaders Program for Youth begins in the parish house library

September 17, 10 - 11:30 AM EDT: Women's Gathering via Zoom

September 24, 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM: American Red Cross training in the parish house forum room

September 25, 4 PM: Early Music concert with ALBA Consort