The Holy EucharistThe Presentation of Our Lord

Sunday 2 February 2020 @ 9 AMPage numbers refer to the Book of Common Prayer.

Listening devices to assist with hearing are available in the Narthex.

The Holy Eucharist, Rite Two

Gathering Music (Please join in singing the gathering music, which will begin at 8:50 am)

Hymn 8: Morning has broken Bunessan

Hymn 602: Jesu, Jesu, fill us with your love Chereponi

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Welcome and Announcements

Hymn 93: “Angels from the realms of glory” Regent Square

The Word of GodThe Opening Acclamation BCP p. 355

Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.People And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect for Purity

Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Song of Praise: “Praise the Lord! ye heavens adore him” Nettleton

The Collect of the Day

Almighty and everliving God, we humbly pray that, as your only-begotten Son was this day presented in the temple, so we may be presented to you with pure and clean hearts by Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

The Reading Malachi 3:1- 4CommentaryMalachi ministered to Israelites who had returned to their homeland from Babylonian captivity. Life was not easy for the returnees; the spiritual, ethical and moral tone of the nation was low. Through Malachi, God spoke of the messen-ger who would prepare His way. There is no mystery regarding the identity of this messenger, Jesus identified him as John the Baptist (see Matthew 11:10 and Luke 7:27). The people longed to see God in their midst, but the Lord warned that day would be overwhelming, because the purity and holiness of God would fully expose the sinfulness of the people. However, the Lord promised to produce fundamental and thorough cleansing and change, resulting in acceptable offerings and worship from all Israel.

Thus says the Lord, See, I am sending my messenger to prepare the way before me, and the Lord whom you seek will suddenly come to his temple. The messenger of the covenant in whom you delight-- indeed, he is coming, says the Lord of hosts. But who can endure the day of his coming, and who can stand when he appears? For he is like a refiner’s fire and like fullers’ soap; he will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver, and he will purify the descendants of Levi and refine them like gold and silver, until they present offerings to the Lord in righteousness. Then the offering of Judah and Jerusalem will be pleasing to the Lord as in the days of old and as in former years.The word of the Lord.People: Thanks be to God.

The Holy Gospel All stand. Luke 2:22—40

Celebrant: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke. People: Glory to you, Lord Christ.

When the time came for their purification according to the law of Moses, the parents of Jesus brought him up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord (as it is written in the law of the Lord, “Every firstborn male shall be designated as holy to the Lord”), and they offered a sacrifice according to what is stated in the law of the Lord, “a pair of turtle-doves or two young pigeons.” Now there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon; this man was righteous and devout, looking forward to the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit rested on him. It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord’s Messiah. Guided by the Spirit, Simeon came into the temple; and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him what was customary under the law, Simeon took him in his arms and praised God, saying, “Master, now you are dismissing your servant in peace, according to your word; for my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the presence of all peoples, a light for revelation to the Gentiles and for glory to your people Israel.” And the child’s father and moth-er were amazed at what was being said about him. Then Simeon blessed them and said to his mother Mary, “This child is destined for the falling and the rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be opposed so that the inner thoughts of many will be revealed-- and a sword will pierce your own soul too.” There was also a prophet, Anna the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was of a great age, having lived with her husband seven years after her marriage, then as a widow to the age of eighty-four. She never left the temple but worshiped there with fasting and prayer night and day. At that moment she came, and began to praise God and to speak about the child to all who were looking for the redemption of Jerusalem. When they had finished everything required by the law of the Lord, they returned to Galilee, to their own town of Nazareth. The child grew and became strong, filled with wisdom; and the favor of God was upon him.

Celebrant: The Gospel of the Lord.People: Praise to you, Lord Christ.

Sermon The Rev. Cheryl Brainard

The Nicene Creed 358

We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen.

We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father. Through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary, and was made man.

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For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end.

We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He has spoken through the Prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.

Prayers of the People (Form VI) 392

The Confession of Sin 360LeaderWe pray to you also for the forgiveness of our sins.

Leader and PeopleHave mercy upon us, most merciful Father;in your compassion forgive us our sins,known and unknown,things done and left undone;and so uphold us by your Spiritthat we may live and serve you in newness of life,to the honor and glory of your Name;through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Priest stands and saysAlmighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen.

THE PEACE 360

Celebrant The Peace of the Lord be always with you.People And also with you.

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The Holy Communion(Gluten-free wafers available at main altar rail, please request)

Offertory Anthem tune: Horseley, arr. John Sullivan

Lord let your servant now depart into your promised rest,Since my expecting eyes have been with your salvation blest:Which till this time your blessed saints and prophets only knew;Long since prepared, but now set forth in all your peoples’ view.

A light to show a troubled world the way to saving grace:But, O! the light and glory both of Israel’s chosen race.Glory to God in highest strains, in highest worlds be paid;Your glory by our lips proclaimed and by our lives displayed.

Luke 2:29—32 (paraphrase)

Presentation Hymn: (stanza 3 of Hymn 380) Old 100th

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise Him, all creatures here below;praise Him above, ye heavenly host: praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost!

The Great Thanksgiving: Eucharist Prayer B 367Celebrant The Lord be with you.People And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give him thanks and praise.

The Celebrant continues, concluding with: Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who for ever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name:

Sanctus: Resignation

The Celebrant continues, saying in the midst of the prayer: Therefore, according to his command, O Father,People We remember his death. We proclaim his resurrection. We await his coming in glory;

The Celebrant continues, concluding with: By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and for ever. AMEN.

And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say,

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The Lord’s Prayer

The Breaking of the Bread

Fraction Anthem (S152):

The Communion of the PeopleMusic at Communion:

Hymn:Sing of Mary, pure and lowly Pleading Savior

Hymn: “Give thanks with a grateful heart”

The Postcommunion Prayer 365After Communion, the Celebrant saysLet us pray.

Celebrant and PeopleEternal God, heavenly Father,you have graciously accepted us as living membersof your Son our Savior Jesus Christ,and you have fed us with spiritual food in the Sacrament of his Body and Blood.Send us now into the world in peace,and grant us strength and courageto love and serve youwith gladness and singleness of heart;through Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Blessing

Hymn 657: “Love divine, all loves excelling” Hyfrydol

The Dismissal: 366 Go in peace to love and serve the Lord.People Thanks be to God.

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ASSISTING IN SERVICES TODAYST. MARY’S, BURGAW—Rev. Jay Sidebotham; LECTORS—(9:00 am) Ed Whitesides; (11:15 am)—Virginia Callaway, Bob Porter; PRAYERS—(9:00 am) Jeanie Keller; (11:15 am)—Jane Tatum; USHERS—(9:00 am) Bill King, John Harvey, David Chiles, Hugh MacRae, Fred Newber, Sheila Osann, Trip Knox; (11:15 am)— Bobby Bartholomew, Bruce Chappell, Tom Crittenden, Roger James, Steve Culbreth, Ethan Culbreth, John Baden; ACOLYTES—(9:00 am) Sarah Thomas, Palmer Hackler, Sean Thomas, Carter Mann; ADVISOR —Mandy Hackler; (11:15 am) Nash Hardy, Kate Hardy, Davis Hinshaw; ADVISOR—Elizabeth Hinshaw; CHALICISTS—(8:00) Dick Boisky; (9:00 am) Vance Young, Eldridge Dodson, Rhonda Thomas, Ed Whitesides; (11:15 am)—Virginia Callaway, Laura Bivins; ALTAR GUILD—Madeline Flagler, Susan Ingle, Charlotte Murchison, Glenda O’Neal, Beth Cornelison, Emmy Bullard, Diane MacAskill; CHOIR—St. James Choir; SCRIPTURE COMMENTARY—Susan Ingle; WORLD’S GREATEST COFFEE HOUR—Toby Wells; FLOWER GUILD - Topsy James, Jean Keller; SEXTON - Derrick Brown

The flowers at the Altar are given to the Glory of God and in loving memory of

Allen Carroll Fox, Jane and Haskell Rhett, and Bunch and Jerry Fox

TODAY:• 8:00 am | Holy Eucharist, Rite I (Church)

• 8:15 am | SJ Choir Rehearsal (Choir Room)

• 9:00 am |Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Church)

• 9:45 am | The World’s Greatest Coffee Hour...EVER (Great Hall)

• 10:15 am | Faith Formation (various rooms)

• 10:30 am | SJ Choir Rehearsal (Choir Room)

• 11:15 am |Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Church)

• 2:30 pm | YOUTH Super Bowling Sunday! Cardinal Lanes, 3907 Shipyard Blvd. (ends at 4:30 & will not get in the way of family Super Bowl gatherings!)

• 4:30 pm | Ministry Opportunity! Serve Dinner: Good Shepherd Center (ends at 6:30 pm)

St. James Vision StatementTo build community through

ministries that strengthen our faith.

St. James Mission StatementTo welcome all to grow in love of God and neighbor.

COPYRIGHTS: The New Revised Standard Version (NRSV), copyright 1989, 1995 by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights Reserved. The Book of Common Prayer is in the public domain. S-152 Fraction Anthem © 1971 by Mason Martens. St. James Parish holds CCLI Licenses #11051308 and #1407118, and OneLicense.net License #A-718078.

ROOTED IN JESUSWe are not alone *insert theme from X-files here*. We are part of something much bigger. During seasons of life of the church, it can feel isolating to varying degrees. We can feel like we are on an island personally and as a church. Recently, a diverse gathering of over 1300 Episcopalians came to Atlanta for Rooted in Jesus. People discovered they were not alone. They had sisters and brothers from all over the church come together to learn, share, and worship.

Large and small Episcopal-based organizations came together to make Rooted in Jesus a reality. Next week the Diocese of East Carolina will bring all of our churches under one roof for Diocesean Convention, and St. James will host the convention Eucharist. We will learn, share, and worship just as Episcopalians from all over the church at Rooted in Jesus. We are not alone and we are on this journey together. A recent topic for the Faith Discussions Class, after The World’s Greatest Coffee Hour, centered around being authentic with each other within our Christ-centered community.

During our repetitive weekly rat race, we often feel we have to put on our public masks. We mindlessly respond to the question, “How are you?” with a simple and precise:

“Fine” or “Great.” We form a familiar smile hiding what is beneath the surface. The church must be a place where we can be vulnerable with one another. Our masks must come off, and we must understand each other on a deeper level.

I challenge you to really check in with your church community. Let the World’s Greatest Coffee Hour be the planted seeds for The World’s Greatest Authentic

Conversations. Fight the urge to simplify everything going on in your life; instead, be real and share how you are really doing in your life. Celebrate your joys and achievements, as well as your struggles and worries. After a long week of marathon running, church should be a deep breath and spiritual renewal in your week. A moment to let down your guard, give it to God, and relax with a community that supports you for who you are, where you are, in this particular moment.

Have you ever wondered why calendars start the week on Sunday, not Monday? Perhaps it is a reminder for us to center our week around filling our own spiritual cup, as we are all rooted in Jesus.

THE REV. CHRIS HAMBY

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GRAPEVINEST. JAMES PARISH • WILMINGTON, NC

WEEK OF FEBRUARY 2, 2020

FORWARD IN FAITH: STEWARDSHIP RESPONSE THIS WEEK

Total 2020 Budget Goal: $1,260,850

Total Pledges Received: $1,170,063

Total New Pledges (Since Christmas): 17

Total Pledges Increased (Since Christmas): 14

Pledges to Potential Pledging Units: 316 / 922

Amount Remaining to Raise: $90,787

These numbers do not reflect the generous stewardship of time and talents which so many of our parishioners have given to St. James, in addition to their financial support. If you have not sent in your pledge, it is not too late! And please consider increasing your participation in the various ministries at St. James.

ST. JAMES UPDATES

WORLD’S GREATEST COFFEE HOURFebruary 2, 2020| 8:30-11:15 AM | Great Hall We have pick-up breakfast items and coffee with all the fixings. If you feel called to participate in this ministry, please reach out to Bill McKenzie at bill@stjamesp.org.

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NEXT SUNDAY: FEBRUARY 98:00 AM | CHURCH | Holy Eucharist Rite I

9:00 AM | CHURCH | Holy Eucharist Rite II

9:45 AM | GREAT HALL | World’s Greatest Coffee Hour

10:15 AM | ST. JAMES |Faith Formation

11:15 AM | CHURCH | Holy Eucharist Rite II

SERVICE SCHEDULETODAY: SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 28:00 AM | CHURCH | Holy Eucharist Rite I

9:00 AM | CHURCH | Holy Eucharist Rite II

9:45 AM | GREAT HALL | World’s Greatest Coffee Hour

10:15 AM | ST. JAMES |Faith Formation

11:15 AM | CHURCH | Holy Eucharist Rite II

ST. JAMES MISSION STATEMENTTo welcome all to grow in love of God and neighbor.

ST. JAMES VISION STATEMENTTo build community through ministries that strengthen

our faith.

CONDOLENCES TO:Roi Malott Penton, children Elizabeth and Howard III,

sister Mary Penton Maliga, and their families on the passing of Howard Penton , Jr.

ADULT FAITH FORMATION CLASSES FOR NEXT SUNDAY: FEBRUARY 9Join us for a time of fellowship and growth starting at 10:15 a.m.

DISCIPLES CLASS- The Lippitt RoomThe Fantastic Life and Teachings of Fr. Thomas Merton Part 2- Led by Ron Copely

FAITH DISCUSSIONS- The Green RoomRelationships and Faith- Led by The Rev. Chris Hamby

GOSPEL du JOUR- The Bishop Wright Room

SENIOR WARDEN SPECIAL ADDRESSLast Sunday, Senior Warden Steve Thomas shared a special speech for our Parish family regarding stewardship and where we are at currently. If you would like to listen to the recording of his speech, please visit the podcasts and sermons section of the St. James website: https://www. stjamesp.org/podcasts/sermons/.

ADULT FAITH FORMATION CLASSES TODAY Join us for a time of fellowship and growth starting at 10:15 a.m.

DISCIPLES CLASS- The Lippitt RoomThe Fantastic Life and Teachings of Fr. Thomas Merton- Led by Ron Copley

Our reading is The Seven Storey Mountain, A modern-day Confessions of Saint Augustine. The Seven Storey Mountain is one of the most influential religious works of the twentieth century. This edition contains an introduction by Merton’s editor, Robert Giroux, and a note to the reader by biographer William H. Shannon. It tells of the growing restlessness of a brilliant and passionate young man whose search for peace and faith leads him, at the age of twenty-six, to take vows in one of the most demanding Catholic orders--the Trappist monks. At the Abbey of Gethsemani, “the four walls of my new freedom,” Thomas Merton struggles to withdraw from the world, but only after he has fully immersed himself in it. The Seven Storey Mountain has been a favorite of readers ranging from Graham Greene to Claire Booth Luce, Eldridge Cleaver, and Frank McCourt. Since its original publication, this timeless spiritual tome has been published in over twenty languages and has touched millions of lives.

FAITH DISCUSSIONS- The Green RoomMeet Our Interim Rector - Led by The Rev. Pierce Klemmt

Come and meet the Rev. Pierce Klemmt and learn about what it means to be an interim rector and how this is an important role for the church.

GOSPEL du JOUR- The Bishop Wright RoomFebruary 2, 2020: Luke 2:22-40We welcome all who wish to spend some time reflecting on the gospel heard in church on Sunday. We’ll use a variety of resources to reflect on the passage, taken from the Gospel of Matthew. Each week will include an opportunity to think about the “so-what” factor: how does this passage intersect with my life?

GIVING ONLINETo help make it easier to donate and support St. James Parish, we’d like to include this QR code that will take you directly to our general donation page or if you prefer, you can visit: https://onrealm.org/StJamesParish/Give/DDZEPCJGHB.

Thank you for your support!

AN OUTRAGEOUS MESSAGEby The Rev. Pierce W. Klemmt

You are about to read an outrageous message. If you sent it to the Bishop, I could be canned faster than you can say “excommunicate.” But it is the message you have been expecting since both our wardens have appealed to your best giving practices. Many of your peers have already pledged their “Life and labor to the Lord.” However, we do not want to plan ministry at St. James without everyone’s support. Ingather is a community-wide affair. We belong to each other in prayer, support, outreach, learning and rejoicing. A pledge of financial support is the engine that makes it all happen and when we all give, it is the unmistakeable sign that we belong together for the sake of Jesus Christ.

What amuses me is, some people actually think that receiving a message from the Interim Pastor, will stir those who are on the fence, as well as those who wouldn’t know a pledge card from a magazine subscription. (Let’s face it, this Interim is no Jay Sidebotham or Henry Parsley) But write I must, and write something so compelling, it will change your mind. So permit me to take a stab at it.

I’m not going to charm you with all the wonderful things we do at St. James. I know I’m talking to hardliners. But it may interest you to know that it takes $4, 091 per day to run this place. Multiply that by 365 and you have a whopping amount of cash.

It’s not that without you, we will not meet our budget and start slashing programs and personnel. But I do mean it when I say, the church does not want to roll out its plans for ministry in 2020 without you. Like a missing person, for whatever reason, around your dinner table at Thanksgiving, our mission wouldn’t be the same without your participation.

If that doesn’t bring you to tears, think on this from the one who surpasses even my brazenness. Jesus says it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a person of means to enter the Kingdom of God. Maybe the reason is not that the well-heeled are so wicked they are forbidden from the place. It may be that they are so busy protecting what they have, that they can’t see it as a place worth getting into.

Sometimes the hard truth is better than the soft sell. But this I know: to take a risk in joining a parish community of trust and purpose with a pledge, will at least get one leg through the eye of the needle. The rest is up to you.

A pledge card is available in the entrance of the church

PRAYING SHAPES BELIEVINGTuesdays, February 4 - March 31 | 6:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. | Register at bit.ly/prayingshapes

This 9-week course, led by lay and clergy leaders, is designed for adults who want a refresher about what the Episcopal Church believes and does, are newcomers to St. James or the Episcopal Church, and those preparing for Confirmation, Reception, or Reaffirmation in the spring. We will explore topics like The Practice of Prayer & Your Spirituality, The Book of Common Prayer, Sacraments, and an Instructed Eucharist. The classes are wonderful opportunities for formation, education, and fellowship with others. All, new and old to Episcopal Church, are welcome to attend. Childcare will be provided with advance reservations. Please contact Rev. Chris Hamby for more information, chris@stjamesp.org.

MONDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY February 3, 2020 | 7:00 p.m. |Quinn HomeYou’re invited to join us for a time of fellowship as we study God’s word. We’ll be conducting our traditional Epiphany study during this season. For more information, please reach out to Tim Dols at timothydols@gmail.com.

MEAL TRAINDid you know that there is a community resource called “Meal Train” that allows you to help your community by arranging for food to be brought to neighbors in need of a little extra help? We encourage you to take a look at this resource and if you know of someone in our church family who could benefit from having some meals prepared for them, please let Rev. Chris Hamby know. He can be reached at chris@stjames.org.

THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO ASHLEY STRAND- COMING TO ST. JAMES PARISHFebruary 9 | 4:00-6:00 p.m. | St. James Parish SanctuaryWe’re excited to announce that Ashley Strand is bringing ‘King James Live’ to St. James Parish in March! If you aren’t familiar with the Wilmington-based actor, Ashley Strand is an an award-winning Shakespearean actor. This serves him well, as the King James Version of the Bible was first published during Shakespeare’s time. He’ll be sharing with us his interpretation of the Book of Mark in a way that honors the truth of the text. The dramatic rendering follows Jesus from his baptism to his crucifixion and resurrection. Join us as we see a spectactular retelling of the many miracles of Christ and the power of the cross.

VERGERS’ MINISTRY OPENINGSVerger Time is almost here again! Mount Lebanon Chapel will commence its summer schedule before you know it, and we need a few volunteers to help make our two Sunday services a success. The Verger acts as a support assistant to the clergy, mainly responsible for opening and closing the buildings, but generally making sure all things facility-based run smoothly. Please volunteer to spend an hour or two at least one Sunday during the summer as a Verger at Mount Lebanon Chapel! For more information about this important ministry, email Bill McKenzie – Bill@stjamesp.org.

EPISCOPAL CHURCH WOMENFebruary 10, 2020 | 10:30 a.m. |Graham ParlorThe Episcopal Church Women will meet on Monday, February 10 at 10:30 in the Graham Parlor. Guest speaker will be Barbara Evans, Director of the Thirteenth Street House for Women, a nonprofit that provides temporary housing to assist women coming out of prison to transition back to society. Designated parking in the Dock Street parking lot.

LECTURE SERIES: “SECULOSITY” WITH DAVID ZAHLTuesday, February 4 | 7:00 p.m. | Great Hall | Reception preceding at 6:30 p.m.

Seculosity: How Career, Parenting, Technology, Food, Politics, and Romance Became Our New Religion and What To Do About It. Please join us on February 4, at 7:00 in the Great Hall for an evening with David Zahl as he presents his new book, Seculosity: How Career, Parenting, Technology, Food, Politics, and Romance Became Our New Religion and What To Do About It. According to Zahl, Americans may be going to church less, but we’re more religious than ever. At the heart of our current moment lies a universal yearning, writes Zahl, not to be happy or respected so much as enough— what religions call “righteous.” To fill the void left by religion, we look to all sorts of everyday activities—from eating and parenting to dating and voting—for the identity, purpose, and meaning once provided on Sunday morning. Seculosity takes a thoughtful yet entertaining tour of American “performancism.”

Ultimately, Zahl brings us to a fresh appreciation for the grace of God in all its countercultural wonder. David Zahl is the founder and director of Mockingbird Ministries, editor-in-chief of the popular Mockingbird website (www.mbird.com), and co-host of The Mockingcast. He and his family live in Charlottesville, Virginia, where he also serves on the staff of Christ Episcopal Church. Zahl is the author of A Mess of Help: From the Crucified Soul of Rock N’ Roll and coauthor of Law and Gospel: A Theology for Sinners (and Saints). His most recent book, Seculosity: How Career, Parenting, Technology, Food, Politics, and Romance Became Our New Religion and What To Do About It, appeared in 2019 from Fortress Press. This book will be available for purchase at the lecture.

FEBRUARY BREAD BREAKERSFebruary 12 | 5:30p.m. | Pour TaproomJoin the Bread Breakers for dinner and fellowship at Pour Taproom on February 12th at 5:30 p.m.! Childcare will be provided at St. James starting at 5:15 p.m. RSVP at https://www.meetup.com/stjames/ and if you have questions feel free to contact Rev. Chris Hamby.

TONIGHT! GOOD SHEPHERD CENTERFebruary 2, 2020 |4:30-6:30 p.m. | Good Shepherd CenterYou’re invited to join us to serve dinner at Good Shepherd Center tonight. Preparing a meal is a great way to give back to the community and serve a simple meal. No cooking skills required, only an open mind and a grace-filled heart to serve others. If you have any questions please email Anne Williams at asmurchi@gmail.com.

SPIRITUAL GROWTH MOMENTBy Hannah Brownlow

One beautiful April morning, I participated in a 5K that was organized by a very special couple in memory of their sweet baby girl, Sally. Sally was born the previous year and had a condition that would not allow her to survive outside the womb. Money raised from the event would be donated to Welcome Home Angel, a local nonprofit organization that benefits children living with chronic and debilitating medical conditions. Welcome Home Angel provides a makeover of the child’s bedroom creating a safe, healthy and cheerful environment in which to live and recover. I had the privilege of meeting Sally’s parents, Sarah Beth and Lewis, through my job as a bereavement counselor. We met many months before Sally’s birth to plan the delivery. Sarah Beth’s ever growing faith during this time of adversity inspired me, her friends, family and parish at First Presbyterian Church. While I was supposed to be helping her, she gave me way more in return. Many others echoed this sentiment. On the day of the 5K, multigenerational families gathered to remember sweet Sally and show their love a support for this precious family. Sarah Beth read from Song of Solomon prior to the race and then off we went. As I ran amongst young dads pushing strollers, moms chasing toddlers, and grandparents holding newborn babies, the outpouring of love and support felt tangible. While Sally’s life was short her legacy will be endless.

For behold, the winter is past; the rain is over and gone. The flowers appear on the earth, the time of singing has come, and the voice of the turtledove is heard in our land. Song of Solomon 2: 11-12

SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE SUPPER WITH BINGOTuesday, February 25| 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Perry Hall GymThe Youth Group would like to invite you to our annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper With Bingo! Tickets are $5 per person with max of $20 per family. Our youth will be cooking, serving, and leading bingo. Bingo for all ages with prizes! Children of all ages are welcome! Contact Cookie for more info, cookie@stjamesp.org.

USHER MINISTRY OPENINGSWe would like to invite you to join our usher ministry. We are in need of some more Ushers for our church family. If you are interested in sharing your time and service, please reach out to Lee White at LWhite@TurnBullLumber.com. He will help walk you through what is involved with being an Usher as well as what we need from them to get them on the roster.

ARE YOU ON REALM?Realm is an online ministry tool designed for real time connection. It helps St. James connect with you and you connect with us. If you consider yourself part of St. James, you’ll love it. Realm allows you to manage your personal information and who is allowed to see it, control your giving, and keep in touch with the groups that matter to you. If you are not already signed up for REALM, please reach out to Maria at finance@stjamesp.org to request an invitation. Also, when you’re creating your profile, please make sure to give permission for your information to be shared with other members of our church family!

ST. JOSEPH’S GUILDA huge thank you to all who participated in St. Joseph’s Guild’s most recent project. We are proud to announce that all our cloister benches have been successfully refrubished. In February, St. Joseph’s guild will be beginning a new project restoring all of the commemorative plaques around the church campus. If you are interested in helping us preserve our history through this ministry, please reach our to Wes Clewis at wes@stjames.org.

ST. JAMES DAY SCHOOL REGISTRATIONRegistration for school year 2020-2021 is OPEN. Anyone interested in visiting and touring the Day School should contact Amy Taylor at director.dayschool@stjamesp.org. All registration is done through the St. James website, www.stjamesp.org/registration. Don’t wait to register, classes are filling up quickly!

DONUTS WITH DADSFebruary 7| 9:00 AM | St. James Day SchoolThe 4’s Classes are calling all Dads! It’s time to get something sweet. You’re invited to join us for Donuts With Dads on Friday, February 7th, at 9:00 a.m. in the Lee Perry Hall Foyer.

ST. JAMES CHILDREN’S CHOIR IS BACKWe are excited to announce that we are bringing the Children’s Choir back this Winter/Spring for children 4-8 years old! We already have ~15 children that have expressed interest in participating; we feel the more the merrier!!!

Our goals are simple:1) Engage our 4-8 year olds in music and fun at St. James. 2) Limit the frequency of practice and while creating opportunity for monthly performances at Church.3) Align practice 1x/month with the Bread Breakers dinner, to make attendance easier for parents and fun fellowship for kids.For more information please reach out to Happy Clark at happyclark@intracoastalrealty.com or John Sullivan at music@stjamesp.org.

CHILDREN’S OFFERING We are fostering a spirit of giving by inviting children to bring canned food weekly to St James at the 9:00 a.m. service. There will be a special time during worship when they will be asked to bring their offerings to the front and place them in the donation basket for Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard.

ST. JAMES CHILDREN’S BUSY BAGSChildren are an important part of our church family! We’re excited to share a new ministry centered around the youngest members of our parish. Meet the “Busy Bag.” The Busy Bags are designed to help keep children engaged with age-appropriate and quiet activities during the service. Our hope for the Busy Bags is that they would allow parents time to really enjoy and take in the sermon. and help the children create positive associations with time spent in the sanctuary. The Busy Bags are meant to be shared with all children who visit our parish to be used during the service. We ask that all “Busy Bags” be returned to their designated spot in the transept at the conclusion of each service as a way to teach our children about passing blessings on to others.

As the items in the Busy Bags are used, we invite our church family to participate in this ministry by donating goodies to the Busy Bags. If you have any questions about this ministry, please reach out to Shannon Lockamy at christianformation@stjamesp.org.

PORT CITY JAVA BIBLE STUDYFebruary 5| 7:00-7:53 AM | Port City Java on ShipyardOne of our favorite Bible studies is going strong! Join us for coffee, fellowship, & starting off the day right.

ACOLYTE, READER, USHER, AND CHALICE BEARER OPPORTUNITIESCALLING ALL 6th - 12th GRADERS: I hope you have all noticed that each Sunday morning at the 9:00 a.m. Worship Service, there are Acolytes AND there are YOUTH Chalice Bearers, Readers, & Ushers! How exciting is that?! Please text Cookie, 910-264-5910, or email Cookie at cookie@stjamesp.org to let her know that YOU are interested.

HAPPENING #75- MARCH 6-8, 2020All 9th - 12th Graders are encouraged to register for Happening #75 to be held at Trinity Center, March 6 - 8, 2020. What is HAPPENING? It is a weekend retreat at Trinity Center where 9 - 12th Graders gather to learn more about their friends, their faith, and about our God. It is FUN! It is filled with JOY and SURPRISES! It is a weekend that will change your life! Happening #75 Candidate Registration Forms are available by emailing Cookie or by getting a registration form off of the Bulletin Board outside of the Youth Room. Questions? Contact Cookie at cookie@stjamesp.org

GUARDIAN ANGEL PRAYER PARTNERSAs we begin in 2020, it is time to prepare for the Guardian Angel Prayer Experience. Beginning on Ash Wednesday, “ Guardian Angels” (St. James Adults who have volunteered to pray for one of our 6th - 12th graders) will pray for their assigned young person each day. The “Guardian Angel” will also be encouraged to write cards or notes to “their young person” supporting them on their faith journey. You will be their “SECRET PRAYER PARTNER!” You will be given information about “your youth” so you can personalize your notes and prayers. Our St. James Youth Ministries is looking for “Guardian Angels” so please contact Cookie at cookie@stjamesp.org to let her know that YOU will have an impact within the life of one of the wonderful young people! Questions or to volunteer to be a Guardian Angel, please contact Cookie at cookie@stjamesp.org

YOUTH CONFIRMATIONAt Baptism, we are “Marked as Christ’s Own Forever.” Parents, Godparents, Families, Friends, and Parishioners commit to helping one grow spiritually and deepen one’s faith. So, what is Confirmation? Confirmation is the rite at which a baptized person affirms Christian belief and is admitted as a full member of The Church. Confirmation means accepting responsibility for your faith and for your spiritual growth. Confirmation is a sacramental rite in which the candidates “express a mature commitment to Christ, and to receive strength from the Holy Spirit through prayer and the laying on of hands by a bishop.” (Book of Common Prayer, p. 860). If you have questions or if you are interested in taking this amazing journey of faith, please contact Shannon Lockamy, St. James Christian Formation Coordinator, christianformation@stjamesp.org , or Cookie Cantwell, St. James Youth Ministries Coordinator cookie@stjamesp.org More information will be shared next week about the commitments and our St. James Youth Confirmation schedule.

SUPER BOWLING SUNDAY!February 2 | 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.| Cardinal Bowling Lanes Instead of our regularly scheduled Youth Group on Sunday, February 2 (Super Bowl Sunday) will be SUPER BOWLING SUNDAY! The Youth Group will BOWL at Cardinal BOWLing LANES on 3907 Shipyard Blvd. Cost per person for 2 hours of BOWLing, renting BOWLing shoes, pizza, and a drink will be $7.00/person. Adults will be welcomed, too! (Our BOWLing Gathering will not get in the way of family Super Bowl Gatherings.)

GUARDIAN ANGEL BANQUETMarch 29 | 5:30-7:00 p.m. | Great HallAll “Guardian Angels will be invited to join us for the Guardian Angel Banquet where the Youth will meet their “Guardian Angel” will be from 5:30 - 7:00 pm on Sunday, March 29 in the Great Hall.

NEW BEGINNINGS REGISTRATIONMarch 27-29 | Trinity CenterNew Beginnings Registration forms are now available! The forms are located outside the Youth Room. New Beginnings is a Weekend Retreat at Trinity Center, March 27 - 29, for 6th - 8th graders sponsored by the Diocese of East Carolina. Deadline to submit your paperwork is February 20th. Questions? Contact Cookie at cookie@stjamesp.org.

EDITORIAL DEADLINES: The deadline for the February 11th e-blast and February16th Grapevine is Friday, February 6th.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3HALO HOOPS PRACTICE5:00-7:00 PM| Perry Hall

FELLOWSHIP AA7:30-9:00 PM | Lippitt Room

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4EDUCATION FOR MINISTRY9:00-11:30 AM|Lippitt Room

PRAYING SHAPES BELIEVING BEGINS5:30-7:00 PM|Lippitt Room

LECTURE SERIES: “SECULOSITY” BY DAVID ZHAL6:30-9:00 PM|Great Hall

MEN’S ALANON6:00-7:00 PM | Bishop Wright Room

WDAA BASKETBALL PRACTICE6:30-8:30 PM | Perry Hall Gym

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5HOLY EUCHARIST RITE II12:10-12:45 PM | Chapel

EDUCATION FOR MINISTRY6:00-8:30 PM |Tatum Parlor

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8DIOCESE OF EAST CAROLINA CONVENTIONAll Day | St. James Parish

ALANON8:00-9:30 AM | Bishop Wright Room

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7DIOCESE OF EAST CAROLINA CONVENTIONAll Day | St. James Parish

DONUTS WITH DADS9:00-10:00 AM | Lee Parish Hall Foyer

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9HOLY EUCHARIST RITE I8:00-8:40 AM | Church

CHOIR REHEARSAL8:15-9:00 AM | Choir Room

WORLD’S GREATEST COFFEE HOUR8:30 - 11:15 AM| Great Hall

HOLY EUCHARIST RITE II9:00-10:00 AM | Church

FAITH FORMATION10:15-11:15 AM | St. James Parish

CHOIR REHEARSAL10:30-11:15 AM | Choir Room

HOLY EUCHARIST RITE II11:15 AM - 12:00 PM| Church

KING JAMES LIVE- ASHLEY STRAND4:00-6:00 PM| Sanctuary

WILM YOUTH COMMUNITY5:00-7:00 PM| St. Andrews on the Sound

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6EVANGELISM COMMITTEE MEETING12:00-1:00 PM|Tatum Parlor

HALO HOOPS PRACTICE6:00-7:00 PM| Perry Hall

CHOIR REHEARSAL7:00-8:30 PM | Choir Room

ST. JAMES PARISH• ESTABLISHED 1729 •

NONPROFIT ORG.U.S. POSTAGE PAIDWILMINGTON, NCPERMIT NO. 298

25 S. Third Street Wilmington, NC 28401

STAFF

The Rev. Jay Sidebotham

Assistant Rector The Rev. Chris Hamby Organist/Choirmaster John Sullivan

Facilities Administrator Bill McKenzie| Parish Coordinator Suzanne AdamsOffice

outh Minis Cookie Cantwell Day School Director Erin Becker

Registrar | Property & Maintenance Manager Wes Clewis

Visit us online: stjamesp.orgFacebook: facebook.com/stjamesp

Office: 910-763-1628

Maria Hollopeter

Sexton Derrick Brown

Instagram: @stjamesparish

Assistant Rector

Senior Warden Steve Thomas| Junior Warden Florence Ellen CowdenTreasurer Mike Brown | Clerk Diane MacAskill

Class 2020 | Bill Bivins | Florence Ellen Cowden | Stuart Hardy | Ed WhitesidesClass 2021 | Watson Barnes | Pem Jenkins | Jane Martin | Jim Spruill

Class 2022 | Caroline Cone | Berta Hamilton | Brian McMerty | Steve Thomas

Associate Rector Interim Rector The Rev. Pierce Klemmt

Children’s Ministries

Susan Ingle