Come and take a tour of the National Shrine Grotto of Lourdes!

When: Sunday, July 10th
Who's Invited: Everyone! We will be leaving St. James’ Church after the 10 AM service to go to the National Shrine Grotto of Lourdes in Emmitsburg, MD on the campus of Mount St. Mary's University. If there is time and interest, we will try to end our day at the National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton just three miles away.
Transportation: We are currently working on acquiring a school bus. The drive to Emmitsburg, MD, is about an hour and a half.
Food: Please bring a bag lunch. Everyone under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
Please RSVP as soon as possible. To RSVP, or for more information, contact Sharon McGlaughlin at sharon.mcglaughlin1692@gmail.com.

A Tree for Robin

Robin Henshaw, Director of the Celebration Choir, still lives on in our hearts, and she inspired us so much with her joy and faithful service. We want to plant a tree with a plaque in her memory, as well as do something music-related to be determined after consultation with the choirs and family. Donations may be made (payable to St. James' Parish with "for Robin" on the memo line) and put in the collection plate or sent to the office.

Summer Note Reading Course

Anyone seriously interested in the annual Note Reading Course should contact St. James' Parish Music Director, Michael Ryan at mryansings@verizon.net by June 30th to register. The class begins in mid July and is held for 5 weeks, 2 evenings per week. All work is done in class and the workbook is available for $10.

Sing with the Summer Choir

Music is an important part of our worship experience and we make every effort to provide it to our congregations during the summer months. Beginning on June 12, just show up in church at 9 AM on any given Sunday and prepare an anthem to sing for the Service at 10 AM. Everyone is invited to participate - either on a regular or a one-time basis. This is a great time to try singing in the choir... and, it's fun! Music is selected depending on the group we have on each Sunday.

REMINDER - Community Yard Sale, June 4

St. James' Parish is having another community yard sale, June 4, 2016 from 8:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Rain or shine.