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Poetry as the Path
This week ends National Poetry Month. In case you haven’t learned this about me yet, I’m a poetry hound. I find so often in poems the images or words that either escape me when I try to articulate a thought or feeling – or the images and words that open up something new and…
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Summer Church Camps at The Claggett Center
Have you registered your kids for church camp this summer yet? If you’ve never attended, I can’t say strongly enough how transformational I believe church camp can be for both children and teens. Here’s what’s on tap this summer at Claggett: Did you know that the Bible tells us over 100 times not to…
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Easter Season of Prayer
The entire Episcopal Church has been invited by our Presiding Bishop, Michael Curry, to enter into a season of prayer for regions of the Anglican Communion that are experiencing violence and strife. Please check out the link to learn more about what the churches in these regions are doing to be sources of support and hope. This…
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Saturday Volunteers Needed at the Thrift Shop
Do you have an hour or two on a Saturday that you can give in service? Saturdays are one of the busiest days at the Thrift Shop and a extra set of hands (or several!) are always welcome. No experience needed, just drop by let the staff know you’re there to work!
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Brick Campaign ’16
In 2007, when we moved into St. James’ new building, a drawing was completed for our Memorial Garden and Columbarium area. The total expense was more than we could afford but several landscape and architectural items have been donated to the garden space as the years have gone by. Four lovely trees were planted,…
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Are You Ready to Groove at the Caribbean Carnival?
Friday, May 13 may seem far off, but it will be here before you know it, so this Sunday tickets go on sale for our final Arts on the Hill Concert! Grab your favorite island attire and plan to enjoy Caribbean tunes played by the 25-member Catonsville High School Drum Band, directed by Jim…
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St. James’ Thrift Shop News
Spring is finally here. Come on in and meet the new thrift shop manager. We have changed from fall and winter to spring and summer. Come check out all the great new items. We have daily sales that change frequently from our clothing to housewares to books and children’s toys and clothes to our…
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St. James’ Episcopal Church Sunday School
The Sunday School students had so much fun collecting colored eggs on the church grounds Easter morning – even though it was a chilly one! Thank you all for your egg donations and the neat surprises found inside. A visit from Rev. Portia+ On Tuesday, April the 5th, Rev. Portia+ will be at St.…
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Episcopal 101: Getting to know the Church again for the first time
Dear St. James’ Parish Family, Alleluia! Christ is risen! We are now in Eastertide, the great 50 days in which the Church celebrates the resurrection (notice it’s longer than the puny 40 days of Lent!). In Lent, we gathered on Monday nights to explore different ways of praying and what it means to create a life of…
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Sunday School News
On Easter Day (both services) children and families may turn in their mite boxes to benefit A is for Africa. We give thanks for the many coins you have been saving during Lent to benefit those in need. Parents please note: The children will be singing on Tuesday, April 5th, when Rev. Portia+ will be…