Bishop Visitation

Sunday, April 14, both services

Bishop Susan Brown Snook will be with us on the 14th. This will be the day when those who have been preparing will be received into the church. For everyone, it is a time to affirm your faith and meet your bishop.

Adult Formation

Sunday, April 14, 9:00 am, Parish Hall

Conversation with Bishop Susan

The Bishop will be leading the adult forum at 9:00 am on the 14th. This is a chance to hear from our Bishop about the vision of the Diocese. There will be ample opportunity for discussion and questions.

Eastertide Choral Evensong

Sunday, April 14, 4:00 pm, St. Mary's Chapel, The Bishop's School

Join the Schola Cantorum of St. James for an Eastertide Choral Evensong on Sunday, April 14th at 4:00 pm. The service will be held in St. Mary's Chapel on the campus of The Bishop's School and will feature music by William Byrd, Herbert Brewer, Charles Villiers Stanford and others. Choral Evensong in the Anglican tradition is a magnificent act of worship offered daily in many churches and cathedrals around the world. Drawn from the words of Holy Scripture, this is an ideal way to conclude your day in prayer and gratitude. All are warmly welcome!

Men's Breakfast

Saturday, April 13, 8:00 am, Parish Hall

The next Men's Breakfast is this Saturday! Join Rev. Mark for breakfast and an inspiring talk on the topic of "Resurrection Stories."

RSVP to mark@sjbts.org

Children's Communion Class

Saturday, April 13, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Godly Play Room

We will offer a special communion class to all children 1st grade and up. This class will be led by clergy and introduce participants to the sacraments, Holy Communion, as well as a better understanding of the church service. Participants will engage in story, craft, a church tour and a communion-themed snack.

RSVP to leighton@sjbts.org.

Children & Youth this Sunday

Sunday, April 14

9:00 am - Pageant Prep! No study, but if you’re at church early feel free to run through pageant lines or help with costume making!

10:00 am - Worship + Children's Chapel (pageant practice) + Bishop Visit! Those children participating in the Children's Communion Class will receive first communion during the service.

11:15 am - Community on the Lawn with special cake reception for confirmation and first communion candidates.

Nursery offered from 8:45-11:15. All nursery children (0-3yrs) will enjoy story, feast and song practice for the Spring Pageant. 

Spring Pageant

Sunday, April 21, 11:30 AM

Derived from the folktale, The Tale of Three Trees, the pageant follows three brave trees that each serve Jesus during the course of his life. It will be packed with music, including a song from our Nursery kids, and a great way to celebrate the Easter Season. Grab a coffee and a scone and come see the production! All welcome! 

Noon Organ Recital

Wednesday, April 24, 12:30 pm

Come hear and enjoy our new organ with Kristopher Abels, from ​Mission Hills United Church of Christ, who will present a 30-minute free recital following the noon Eucharist in the church.

This recital series will continue throughout the year featuring a wide array of talented organists, helping to showcase our new Rosales/Parsons Pipe Organ. Full series information available at StJamesMusicSeries.com.

St. James Music Series presents the San Diego Master Chorale

Sunday, April 28th, 5:00pm



The San Diego Master Chorale, directed by John K. Russell, performs Maurice Duruflé’s iconic Requiem, Op. 9, along with a beautiful program of Britten, Butler, and Brahms, accompanied by Martin Green at the Rosales/Parsons Organ. Tickets and more

information: stjamesmusicseries.com

White Elephant Sale News

Donations are now being accepted for the 92nd Annual St. James White Elephant Sale. Bring your donations to the Parish Hall starting on Sunday April 7th from 9:30-11:30 and on all Sundays leading up to the sale.

SAVE THE DATE! The White Elephant Sale will take place on Friday, August 23rd and Saturday, August 24th on the campus of St. James by-the-Sea.

”For a full list of donations that will be accepted, click here.”

Sunday Sermon

Sunday, April 7, Easter 2

A New Age

Thomas was just one of many eyewitnesses to the risen Christ. The Rev. Dr. Mark Hargreaves describes this new age that has been ushered in by the historical fact of Jesus’ resurrection. “Our resurrection hope is that God is at work now by His spirit, restoring His creation to how it was meant to be.”

Watch or read the sermons HERE.

Bach's Lunch

Wednesday, April 10, 12:30 pm

San Diego Baroque: Early Classic String Quartets from Paris, Madrid, and Milan

Come for the Noon prayer service, and stay for a concert!

Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de St. Georges Quartet no. 2 in g minor from Six quatuors concertans (1777)

Luigi Boccherini, Quartet in E-flat major, Op. 8 no. 3 (1769)

W.A. Mozart, Quartet no. 6 in B-flat major K. 159 (1773)

San Diego Baroque is a collaborative ensemble that includes violinist Isaac Allen, violinist/violist Andrew Waid, cellist Alex Greenbaum and harpsichordist/organist Alison Luedecke.

A freewill offering will be taken – your generosity is appreciated.