Youth and Family Ministries
St. James has always been, and remains, an inter-generational church where parishioners young and old share
experiences and are truly concerned about church members of all ages. We believe this quality is a major reason
why we continue to attract new members and are able to implement new programs and events, to augment the worship
experience for all of our parishioners.
Our parish continues to recognize its obligation to provide Christian education to its youth, and continues to explore
creative ways to achieve this goal.
Many of our youth also serve as Acolytes during the 10:15 worship services, and provide effective assistance to our
clergy and worship leaders. It is always a pleasure to observe the determination of our acolytes to do their absolute
best in performing their tasks.
Monthly family events continue to be successful and grow. A variety of fun-filled events are scheduled, while always
keeping in mind that even social events should be Christ-centered while allowing children and adults to enjoy
themselves.
Each year, we hold a Youth Sunday, in which our youth conduct the service, including the providing of at least one
“sermon” under the guidance of our Rector, which generally provides the parishioners with some amazing insights from
the eyes of teenage Christians.
We continually work to better understand what our families need for Christian education as well as what more we can
do to help our young people to find their place in HIS church.
Sunday school classes for youth are held during the Sunday School hour between the two Sunday morning services, concurrently with the adult class in the Parish Hall taught by our Rector, Father Trees, which explores many timely topics concerning our faith, and never fails to provoke lively discussion.
During the 10:15AM Sunday service, the St Nicholas House is open to all elementary students for Children's Church. Parents can drop their students off starting at 10AM where the children can enjoy free play until we begin at 10:15. Our lessons mirror the weekly gospel lesson, and we learn through a variety of fun activities that change week to week: video, discussion, drama, arts and crafts, games, and scipture memorization! During announcements, we walk together as a group and join the main service where the children can receive communion with their families.
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Youth Choir Concert 2024
Youth Choir Concert 2023
Jubilate 2023 Presents Called
Jubilate Christmas Plays
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