Diocese of Maryland

  • The Shell Newsletter – August 20, 2020

    The Shell Newsletter – August 20, 2020

    Vestry August at St. James always seems like a sleepy month – many folks are on vacations or focused on preparing their children to start school.  But, many parishioners and committees are busy preparing for this fall. The Sunday School teachers recently had discussions with parents to envision what classes could look like this…

  • The Shell Newsletter – June 25, 2020

    The Shell Newsletter – June 25, 2020

    Vestry It has been over three months since St. James’ has held a church service in our church building – there are times it seems like 3 weeks and other times like an eternity! Your Vestry, the Nursery Board and the Thrift Board have continued to hold Zoom meetings each month (and Vestry more…

  • The Shell Newsletter – May 21, 2020

    The Shell Newsletter – May 21, 2020

    From the Rector Next Steps For Worship  Following up on my Shell article from last week, here are some more details about the next steps for our worship. As I shared previously, in addition to Governor Hogan’s stages for re-opening for our state, we also must work within the guidelines of our diocese.  Last…

  • Rebuild Puerto Rico

    Rebuild Puerto Rico

    REBUILD PUERTO RICO On Sunday, February 9, 2020 we will join with our Diocese in support of our brothers and sisters in Puerto Rico.  Here’s the call to action along with a link to donate directly.  You can also drop a donation in the offering plate on Sunday.  Please help rebuild Puerto Rico.  Whether…

  • The Shell Newsletter – January 9, 2020

    The Shell Newsletter – January 9, 2020

    From the Rector – Giving Thanks and Saying Farewell Last September we welcomed DOV Intern Tommy Turbyville, and time sure has flown because now it is time to say thank you and farewell.  This Sunday you’re invited to festive coffee hours in his honor after both services, and then on his last Sunday, 1/19,…