SERVICES AND GATHERINGS THIS WEEK
SUNDAY, July 28, 2024 – 10:00 a.m. – Patronal Feast of St. James
If you are unable to attend, the service is live streamed. For links to the service and
the order of service please visit St. James at: stjamesdundas.ca or the St. James
Facebook page. We will be welcoming the Rev. Joan Dunn to preside and preach on this very special Sunday.
WEDNESDAY – COMPLINE – 9:15 p.m. Compline will remain at 9:15 for the time being! Compline is a short service of night prayer. The heart of Compline is the recitation of several psalms. There is a short reading from scripture, intercession, and time for reflection. It is a beautiful way to close out an active day. Compline is offered by St. James’ through Facebook to bring the community together. If you cannot join live, the service is available afterwards on St. James’ Facebook channel.
Tuesday Evening Prayer
The Tuesday evening prayer group has evolved. We are now meeting in a hybrid format. You are welcome to join us Tuesday evening at 6:15 in person in the parlour at St. James, or through Zoom at the same time.
If you would like to join via Zoom, please email the office on Tuesdays by 4:00pm at stjamesdundas@outlook.com to receive the Zoom meeting link.
The meeting is a combination of prayer and discussion of either a devotional or a passage from scripture. We look forward to welcoming you.
PATRONAL FEAST DAY
Potluck this Sunday July 28th on the Sunday we celebrate Saint James! Please bring something to share if you can and join us in the Dundas Room after the service for some good food and fellowship. Dessert will be provided and is ”make your own ice cream sundae!”
We are looking for volunteers willing to deliver flowers on Sundays after the service. If this is something that you would like to help with please contact the office.
E-BLAST
Our weekly email blast will move to a bi-monthly format for the summer, but we'll continue to keep you up to date on any important or urgent news.
HELP WANTED/OFFERED
Many Anglican parishes in the Hamilton area have been blessed with a large number of East African refugees who have joined our congregations. Many of these people are very skilled, have their work papers, and are seeking employment. Leads on full time jobs are always welcome. We have people who have worked as nurses, available to provide care to the elderly or those who need assistance with their activities of daily living. We have people available for yard work, landscaping, painting, moving of furniture, babysitting, and housecleaning. If you have a couple of hours of work, a few days, or more, please feel free to contact the office 905-627-1424 or stjamesdundas@outlook.com and we will find someone for you to consider for employment. Many have excellent references for the work they have done here."
MONDAY AFTERNOON GAMES – First and third Monday of the month from 1.30-4pm, in the Parlour. Next date is August 5th! Everyone is invited to participate, ladies or gentlemen. Any questions, please speak with Jill Regoeczi.
The Chosen
We will be taking a break until September when we will start
Season 4.
EfM (Education for Ministry)
Now is the time to consider if you would like to sign up for EfM. EfM helps the faithful encounter the breadth and depth of the Christian tradition and bring it into conversation with their experiences of the world as they study, worship, and engage in theological reflection together. Contact the office 905-627-1424 or stjamesdundas@outlook.com if you are interested.
Calling all singers and Instrumentalists!
With the support of the Corporation, I am pleased to welcome all musicians to be a part of our Music Ministry, either joining the Parish Choir or playing music instruments (public playing experience would be an asset).
Choir rehearsals begin Thursday, September 5th, at 7:30 pm and run to 9 pm. Please plan to come at 7:15 pm to pick up music. If there is sufficient interest, rehearsals will be offered from 4:30 pm (finishing at 5:45 pm) on Saturday, September 7th, 2024.
If you would like to share your musical gifts, then feel free to contact me via the office 905-627-1424 or stjamesdundas@outlook.com
Remember, a person who sings in church, prays twice.
Sincerely,
Richard Hansen. ARCCO
Photo Directory
Have you booked your appointment to have your picture in the new directory?
The response from the parish has been so good that the company has provided another day of photography.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
Speak with Jan or Lynne via the office 905-627-1424 or stjamesdundas@outlook.com to make sure you will be included in the directory. All families photographed will receive a free copy of the directory. At your appointment you will choose the picture you want in the directory. You will also have the opportunity to purchase any of the portraits from the company.
We need everyone and everyone is welcome!
Please consider supporting the St. Matthew's House Seniors Support program by donating non-perishable food items and personal care items. These items can be placed in the white tower in the narthex. St. Matthew’s House supports seniors by assisting them to remain independent in their own homes. If you have any questions, please contact Terese Herron.
48th HOLIDAY HOUSE TOUR
We are looking for houses!! If you have suggestions for us, please email/speak to Jan ASAP (jsouthall@cogeco.ca). We are hoping for homeowners who love and decorate for Christmas, as much as we do!!
Our lending Library is back in service, many thanks to Mark M. for his craftsmanship in repairing the door. There is a large selection of books, something for everyone!
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