Weekly News from St. James' Episcopal Church | Leesburg, Virginia |
June 4, 2023 |Trinity Sunday |
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Sunday Worship
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7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite I
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10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II (live-stream)
- Children are always welcome in worship! If needed, Nursery care is available during our 10:30 a.m. service.
- All children under 10 are welcome to come up for a short children’s sermon, followed by Children’s Chapel in the Parish Hall.
- We will celebrate God’s love through music and a brief activity before rejoining our families to take part in the Eucharist.
- Children’s Chapel is for ages 4 to 10; ages 3 and under are welcome, however, to attend Children’s Chapel with a guardian.
Wednesday Worship
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11:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist
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Livestream Worship
We've changed our technology to make an easier and more streamlined process for you to watch our livestream on Sunday mornings!
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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR GRADUATING SENIORS
Gideon Bauer, Tuscarora High School
Ella Rose Drennan, Riverside High School
Wren Griner, Millbrook High School
John Penberthy, Loudoun County High School
Ella Tyrrell, The Madeira School
Chase Briles, James Madison University
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Summer Camps at St. St. James' Pre-School
This June & July we are offering fun and educational summer camps for little ones 2 ½ - 5 years-old. Camp themes are: Sensory Art & Science (3 ½ -5); Music Fun (3 1/2-5 y.o.); Aloha (2 ½ - 5 y.o.); Young Scientists (4-5 y.o.); Dinosaur Adventure (3-3.5 y.o.); A Week at the Beach (3 ½ -5 y.o.); Kids in the Kitchen (4-5 y.o.). If you are interested in registering, please contact the Pre-school at (703)777-8439.
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Mom's Night Out!
Please join other moms from St. James on Thursday, June 22nd at 7:30 pm at the Docket behind Side Bar. Email Ellen.lightsey1@gmail.con for more info.
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Women's Ministry Labyrinth Walk
Want to walk a labyrinth? The Women’s Ministry is taking a field trip to Bon Secours Retreat Center on June 24th to walk their beautiful labyrinth and have lunch. Candy Hayes will lead our walk and Trudy Gross is making lunch.
We will leave the church at 9 and return between 2 and 3. We will carpool there and back. If you want to go, email Cindy Helba (cynthiahelba@gmail.com) or call her at 703-447-1614. Also, let Cindy know if you are willing to drive.
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Pack your kids’ bathing suits for June 25th!
Please join the young families group at One Loudoun’s splash pad on Sunday, June 25th immediately following the 10:00 am service. Feel free to pack a picnic lunch or enjoy food from the restaurants near the square for food and fellowship. Email Ellen.lightsey1@gmail.con for more info.
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Men's Service Ministry Book Study
The Men’s Service Ministry (MSM) meets on Mondays at 7 p.m. in the lower level of the Parish House. Guests and visitors are always welcome! MSM will NOT meet on Monday, May 29th
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Assistant Teachers/Floaters
St. James’ Preschool is looking for Assistant Teachers/Floaters for our 2023-2024 school year. If you are interested in working part-time in a fun, loving, Christian environment with preschoolers, please contact Janet Stayrook, Preschool Director at (703) 777-8439 or send your resume to her email at: jstayrook@stjamesleesburg.org. Thank you.
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Welcome to the St. James' Family
Last Sunday we welcomed two new members through the waters of baptism into Christ's Church and the St. James' Family. Congratulations to Owen Ballagh and Julian Luna!
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Parish Retreat at Shrine Mont
Save the date on your calendars for this year's annual Parish Retreat in beautiful Orkney Springs, Virginia, from Friday, October 6 through Sunday, October 8. You’ll have time to relax, spend time with your St. James’ family, and opportunities for games, hiking, prayer labyrinths, and even salamander catching! More details coming soon! If you would like to be on the planning committee, please contact Dottie Brannock at dglvt@yahoo.com or (703)-431-1820
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UPCOMING EVENTS -Mark your calendar
Sunday, June 11 – St. James’ Usher Commissioning
Sunday, July 23 – St. James’ Day Celebration
Friday, Oct. 6 – Sunday, Oct. 8 – Parish Retreat at Shrine Mont
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Those Requesting Prayers This Week: Thea Barry, Ed, Corinne Howley, & Ellen Vetter.
Those on Our Long-Term Prayer List: Lois Simpson, Rob Chapman, Nicholas, Dennis Brogan, Lang Lloveras, Pam Genn, Darryl Wormuth, Lyn O’Rourke, John Connolly, Debbie, Eeda Dennis, Tony Price, Chris Fling, Virginia Laughlin, Crossley Hawn, George Burghardt, the Semeraro family, Steve Page and the Page family, Mike Carren, Bruce Bucklin, Belinda Moore, Alice Lynn, & Barbara Rose.
Those Who Need Our Prayers:
All those impacted by acts of violence, those affected by COVID-19, the people of Ukraine and those involved in the Ukraine war, those who are unemployed or underemployed, those serving in the armed forces at home and abroad.
Do You Need Prayer or Care?
"In case of illness, the minister of the congregation is to be notified." (BCP p. 453)
Call the Church Office | Monday-Thursday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
After Hours Pastoral Care Line | (202)750-4247
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St. James' Weekly Calendar: June 4 - June 11 |
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Sunday, June 4 | Trinity Sunday (First Sunday after Pentecost)
7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite I
10:00 a.m. Choral Holy Eucharist Rite II (live-streamed)
4:00 p.m. Grace to Go | Loudoun Apartments
Monday, June 5
7:00 p.m. Contemplative Prayer | Nave
Wednesday, June 7
11:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist
Thursday, June 8
8:30 p.m. AA Group | Parish Hall
Sunday, June 11 | Second Sunday after Pentecost
7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite I
10:00 a.m. Choral Holy Eucharist Rite II (live-streamed)
4:00 p.m. Grace to Go | Loudoun Apartments
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