Posts by The Vestry

News from the Thrift Shop Board

It is with joy that the Thrift Shop announces that Deb Schaeffer has agreed to join the Board beginning in April.  Deb’s addition will bring the Board back to a full complement of members, and strengthen the leadership team as she will join Misty Tieman as the second Co-Chair of the Board.

Candidates for the Vestry Class of 2017-2020

The Vestry Nominating Committee is very excited to announce the candidates for the Vestry Class of 2017-2020:  Susan Straus, Chris Richard, Jeannie Pellicier, and Ave Smith.  Look for pictures and brief bios for each candidate in next week’s Thursday News and mark your calendar not for our Annual Meeting on Sunday, January 29th at 9:30…

Christmas Flowers & Music

It is time to start thinking about donating toward Christmas flowers and music  A form is provided below that can be made out and returned to the office. The deadline for donating toward Christmas flowers is December 18th.  Forms and envelopes will also be available on a table in the narthex.  Your contribution of any…

Do you have an extra fridge or freezer?

Recently our old chest freezer in the church kitchen conked out – and because when it rains it pours – one of the refrigerators is also on its way out the door.  Do you happen to have an extra chest freezer or refrigerator you’re looking to get rid of and would like to donate to the church?  If so, please contact Jim…

Directory Update

Please take a look at the directory on the “name tag” table to make sure the information contained within is correct.  Also, if you are a new member and are not listed, please fill out a Household Information Sheet (on the same table).  You can leave the sheet in the file folder provided.  It is important that we have the information so…

Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner

Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner The pancake supper on Tuesday, February 9th was a great success largely due to the support provided by our wonderful helpers.  Many thanks to the people who supported this event.  Thanks to all who donated sausages, applesauce, and juice.  Thanks to those who helped set up on Monday and decorated Tuesday afternoon.  Thanks to the wonderful kitchen staff…

Going Forward: Luck of the Pot and Parish Feasts

Throughout the time of transition, the monthly Luck of the Pot dinner gatherings became a great way for the St. James’ family to come together in fellowship and strengthen community ties. The Youth Group hosted a fabulous Luck of the Pot in October shortly after Kristin+ arrived and then we took a break until the…