Backpack Ministry

Every year when our schools open their doors for another year of learning,  St James parishioners gather their resources to put together numerous backpacks filled with a variety of school supplies and distribute them to students in Forest Hills Elementary.

Greeter's Ministry

The Greeters' Ministry at St. James began in the fall of 2006.  Since that time any number of new people have been greeted as they enter the church and again as the service is concluded.  The greeters ask new people to sign the guest book, give them directions to various areas of the church, invite them for coffee in the Parish Hall and always add: "Please come back to see us!"

Please contact Mattie Mosley if you would like to be a greeter.  It is a rewarding experience for you and makes our visitors feel very welcome.

Eucharistic Ministry
Trained by the rector or by committee head, Teresa Thrash, and licensed by the bishop, lay ministers must periodically renew their licenses.  The pre-consecrated Holy Eucharist is distributed by private communion to those either acutely or chronically ill at home in hospitals, or in nursing homes

Altar Party
St. James has a small group of dedicated folks who serve at the altar each week.  We would like to increase in number and need your help. 

 Anyone who is interested in learning to acolyte, please notify Mike Endicott.  You may also contact the parish office.  Training will be scheduled on an as-needed basis to accommodate the schedules of those who wish to serve. 

 Training for Lay Readers and Eucharistic Ministers is completed through the diocese and service requires a license.  Please let us know if you are interested in becoming licensed.  We will be happy to work with you to complete the process. 

 Lectors do not require a license, so if you wish to lead the readings on Sunday mornings, please step up and volunteer.  We would love to have you join our ranks.


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