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Around the Community First Fruits Sunday, TODAY! We celebrate the first Sunday
What's Happening at St. James?
of each month as First Fruits Sunday. Thanks to all who already bring in non-perishable food items. This is a great way to put our faith into action, and to care for, and feed our hungry neighbors.
Youth Group News
CFFA (Christian Formation For All): Bible Study returns
Treasure Hunters: TODAY!! (K-5th grade)
Sunday, July 23rd. Susan+
The Church Office will have reduced hours July 3rd to July 20th, due to vacation schedules. The office will be open from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Monday - Thursday.
Centering Prayer, Women’s Bible Study and the Wednesday Healing Service will all return Wednesday, July 26th.
Men’s Bible Study Group – Our study continues Thursday’s at 6:30 pm in Room 4. All men are invited! Pastor Anne+ is always available to meet up, to get to know you better, and to share more of her story with you. Please don't hesitate to reach out. She's always up for a cup of coffee or tea to swap stories and wonder about the mystery of God, prayer, life and community with you. She is best reached at [email protected]. And, while Pastor Susan+ is away, please call or text Anne+ at (480) 3563477 for pastoral emergencies.
Coming Soon. . . Ladies Night Out: Tuesday, July 11th at La Casa de Juana, 1805 E. Elliot, Tempe, 85284 (SE side of Elliot & McClintock - west of the cinemas). All ladies are welcome and your guests are invited, too!
St. James Monthly Outreach to our hungry neighbors: Please sign up for our next service evening at the Watkins emergency shelter (1120 W. Watkins St. Phoenix, AZ 85004), beginning at 5pm and ending about 6:30pm, Friday, July 14th. There are 10 spots available. Thanks to all who serve. You are making a difference!
Engineering with Lego Summer Camps at St James: Sponsored by Play Well. Kids are natural engineers and this camp helps them realize it! July 17th through 21st. More information in the narthex.
Men’s Group: Thursday, July 27th at Biscuit’s, at 11:15 am. St James Bookies: July’s book is “The Thirst” by Jo Nesbo. We will meet Sunday, July 30th after the 10:30 service at Panera Bread, 1707 W. Warner Road, Tempe (near Ikea). Youth Confirmation Class: Sunday, August 6th.
Jr/Sr High: TODAY!! (6th-12th grade) Save the Date: Godly Play returns Sunday, August 13th
Around the Diocese Council of Native American Ministry Spiritual Retreat and Planning Gathering: Please join with the Council of Native American Ministries, The Rev. Canon Debbie Royals and Spiritual Leader, Mona Polacca for an opportunity to experience Native American spirituality and continue to engage with Native traditional values and processes. Friday, August 11th – Saturday, August 12th, at the Franciscan Renewal Center located at 5802 E. Lincoln Drive, Scottsdale, AZ. Register online at www.azdiocese.org/ digital_faith/events. For more information, contact The Rev. Canon Debbie Royals at (520) 907-0616.
Ignatian Spirituality and Imaginative Practice: The Rev. Dr. Gil Stafford and The Rev Julie O'Brien will be offering the presentation, "Ignatian Spirituality and Imaginative Practice." Both have studied and practiced Ignatian spirituality in their own ministry and life. The Rev. O'Brien will be presenting "A Brief History and Background of the Practice of Ignatian Spirituality." Stafford's presentation will be on "Ignatian Spirituality, Spiritual Direction, and Discernment from a Jungian Perspective." Both presentations are open to the public without charge. Saturday August 12th, 10 AM - Noon at Trinity Cathedral.
D-Backs Faith & Family Night: Friday, August 25th. We're all sitting together in the same section, so everyone will have more of an opportunity to chat with fellow Episcopalians and Bishop and Laura Smith! Seating Option: $22 - Lower Level Bleachers (section 141) (these seats do have backs) A portion of every ticket purchased by using this special offer will be designated for the Diocesan Council for Native American Ministry. The ticket order deadline is August 23, 2017. Seating is Limited! Tickets can be purchased online at http:// www.azdiocese.org/baseball.html, by phone (602) 462-4113. GoodSearch and GoodShop: You can help earn FREE money for St. James simply by using GoodSearch and GoodShop and designating St. James! Use GoodSearch.com whenever you search the internet – they will donate a penny to us every time you do. See the flyer in the narthex for how to use GoodShop.com and for a list of companies you can buy from. You must go to the GoodShop site before you go to the store’s site each time you shop. St. James get a percentage of every sale. YOU SAVE - WE GET!
“God tested Abraham.” - Genesis 22:1
Ministry Opportunities Looking for Volunteer Opportunities? The Watkins shelter is closing down and we are working with the UMOM staff to find other volunteer opportunities. The UMOM New Day Center at 3333 E Van Buren St, Phoenix, AZ 85008, always needs volunteers. We will be meeting with the UMOM staff on Tuesday, July 25th at 10:00 am to discuss what volunteer opportunities are available. Please attend if you are interested in this ministry. If you have any questions, please email Ruth Flinn at [email protected].
Be Calm and Let the Acolyte Lead! Inviting anyone age 8 years and up… to join our brilliant and dedicated Acolyte Team! We are especially in need of adding to our 8:30 team. Please contact Deacon Robin for more information: [email protected].
Kyrene Foundation School Supply Drive
Help Stuff the Bus Help Kyrene students start the year off right by providing school supplies for students in need. 800 fully stuffed backpacks will be distributed the week before school begins so students are prepared to attend school, ready to learn. ITEMS NEEDED: New backpacks, paper, pencils, 3-ring binders, notebook dividers, multi-colored pocket folders, crayons, markers, spiral bound notebooks, glue sticks, scissors, and colored pencils. Turn in donated items to Kyrene District Office (Mon-Thurs)
8700 South Kyrene Road,Tempe, AZ 85284 Supply Drive ends Monday July 24, 2017
Wishing everyone a safe July 4th celebration!
What's Happening at St. James?
of each month as First Fruits Sunday. Thanks to all who already bring in non-perishable food items. This is a great way to put our faith into action, and to care for, and feed our hungry neighbors.
Youth Group News
CFFA (Christian Formation For All): Bible Study returns
Treasure Hunters: TODAY!! (K-5th grade)
Sunday, July 23rd. Susan+
The Church Office will have reduced hours July 3rd to July 20th, due to vacation schedules. The office will be open from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Monday - Thursday.
Centering Prayer, Women’s Bible Study and the Wednesday Healing Service will all return Wednesday, July 26th.
Men’s Bible Study Group – Our study continues Thursday’s at 6:30 pm in Room 4. All men are invited! Pastor Anne+ is always available to meet up, to get to know you better, and to share more of her story with you. Please don't hesitate to reach out. She's always up for a cup of coffee or tea to swap stories and wonder about the mystery of God, prayer, life and community with you. She is best reached at [email protected]. And, while Pastor Susan+ is away, please call or text Anne+ at (480) 3563477 for pastoral emergencies.
Coming Soon. . . Ladies Night Out: Tuesday, July 11th at La Casa de Juana, 1805 E. Elliot, Tempe, 85284 (SE side of Elliot & McClintock - west of the cinemas). All ladies are welcome and your guests are invited, too!
St. James Monthly Outreach to our hungry neighbors: Please sign up for our next service evening at the Watkins emergency shelter (1120 W. Watkins St. Phoenix, AZ 85004), beginning at 5pm and ending about 6:30pm, Friday, July 14th. There are 10 spots available. Thanks to all who serve. You are making a difference!
Engineering with Lego Summer Camps at St James: Sponsored by Play Well. Kids are natural engineers and this camp helps them realize it! July 17th through 21st. More information in the narthex.
Men’s Group: Thursday, July 27th at Biscuit’s, at 11:15 am. St James Bookies: July’s book is “The Thirst” by Jo Nesbo. We will meet Sunday, July 30th after the 10:30 service at Panera Bread, 1707 W. Warner Road, Tempe (near Ikea). Youth Confirmation Class: Sunday, August 6th.
Jr/Sr High: TODAY!! (6th-12th grade) Save the Date: Godly Play returns Sunday, August 13th
Around the Diocese Council of Native American Ministry Spiritual Retreat and Planning Gathering: Please join with the Council of Native American Ministries, The Rev. Canon Debbie Royals and Spiritual Leader, Mona Polacca for an opportunity to experience Native American spirituality and continue to engage with Native traditional values and processes. Friday, August 11th – Saturday, August 12th, at the Franciscan Renewal Center located at 5802 E. Lincoln Drive, Scottsdale, AZ. Register online at www.azdiocese.org/ digital_faith/events. For more information, contact The Rev. Canon Debbie Royals at (520) 907-0616.
Ignatian Spirituality and Imaginative Practice: The Rev. Dr. Gil Stafford and The Rev Julie O'Brien will be offering the presentation, "Ignatian Spirituality and Imaginative Practice." Both have studied and practiced Ignatian spirituality in their own ministry and life. The Rev. O'Brien will be presenting "A Brief History and Background of the Practice of Ignatian Spirituality." Stafford's presentation will be on "Ignatian Spirituality, Spiritual Direction, and Discernment from a Jungian Perspective." Both presentations are open to the public without charge. Saturday August 12th, 10 AM - Noon at Trinity Cathedral.
D-Backs Faith & Family Night: Friday, August 25th. We're all sitting together in the same section, so everyone will have more of an opportunity to chat with fellow Episcopalians and Bishop and Laura Smith! Seating Option: $22 - Lower Level Bleachers (section 141) (these seats do have backs) A portion of every ticket purchased by using this special offer will be designated for the Diocesan Council for Native American Ministry. The ticket order deadline is August 23, 2017. Seating is Limited! Tickets can be purchased online at http:// www.azdiocese.org/baseball.html, by phone (602) 462-4113. GoodSearch and GoodShop: You can help earn FREE money for St. James simply by using GoodSearch and GoodShop and designating St. James! Use GoodSearch.com whenever you search the internet – they will donate a penny to us every time you do. See the flyer in the narthex for how to use GoodShop.com and for a list of companies you can buy from. You must go to the GoodShop site before you go to the store’s site each time you shop. St. James get a percentage of every sale. YOU SAVE - WE GET!
“God tested Abraham.” - Genesis 22:1
Ministry Opportunities Looking for Volunteer Opportunities? The Watkins shelter is closing down and we are working with the UMOM staff to find other volunteer opportunities. The UMOM New Day Center at 3333 E Van Buren St, Phoenix, AZ 85008, always needs volunteers. We will be meeting with the UMOM staff on Tuesday, July 25th at 10:00 am to discuss what volunteer opportunities are available. Please attend if you are interested in this ministry. If you have any questions, please email Ruth Flinn at [email protected].
Be Calm and Let the Acolyte Lead! Inviting anyone age 8 years and up… to join our brilliant and dedicated Acolyte Team! We are especially in need of adding to our 8:30 team. Please contact Deacon Robin for more information: [email protected].
Kyrene Foundation School Supply Drive
Help Stuff the Bus Help Kyrene students start the year off right by providing school supplies for students in need. 800 fully stuffed backpacks will be distributed the week before school begins so students are prepared to attend school, ready to learn. ITEMS NEEDED: New backpacks, paper, pencils, 3-ring binders, notebook dividers, multi-colored pocket folders, crayons, markers, spiral bound notebooks, glue sticks, scissors, and colored pencils. Turn in donated items to Kyrene District Office (Mon-Thurs)
8700 South Kyrene Road,Tempe, AZ 85284 Supply Drive ends Monday July 24, 2017
Wishing everyone a safe July 4th celebration!
