Fifties Flapjack Function - March 8th, 6:00 p.m.

Join us on Tuesday, March 8th at 6pm for our Annual Pancake Supper! Cost is a donation.

Adult Forum - "Belief"

The Adult Forum is meeting in the Library at 10 a.m. each Sunday and will begin discussing Francis Collins' book "Belief" on March 6th. The book covers reasons for rational belief as expressed by many individual writers over time. It is especially relevant to those troubled by questions concerning the case for atheism and others with skeptical notions. Please come, join into a lively discussion with sound minds and limited seating :). See you there on March 6th.

Come Celebrate! SPIRIT OF GHANA!

Come celebrate five years of Ghanaian Mothers' Hope working in Ghana. The Spirit of Ghana event will be 2/27, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Kaufmann’s Tavern in Gambrills Maryland. It will be great fun, with dinner, an auction, entertainment, and guests from the Ghana Embassy. The easiest way to get tickets for the Spirit of Ghana is to get them on-line at www.eventbrite.com/event/1142064947 or by calling GMH 410-215-9543.

Goodness Gracious! - Jesus of Nazareth, March 14th through April 18th (Women)

Mondays from 12 to 2 p.m.

Beginning before the Nativity and extending through the Crucifixion and Resurrection, the movie, JESUS OF NAZARETH, brings to life all the majesty and sweeping drama of the life of Jesus, as told in the Gospels. With a star- studded international cast, we can experience the depth and humanity of the saints, sinners, and ordinary people who walked in the footsteps of the Lord.

This wonderful film provides the setting and background for the birth, childhood, baptism, teaching and many miracles of the Messiah, culminating in the Divine Resurrection. Acclaimed by critics and religious leaders worldwide, it offers a perfect reflection for the Lenten period. In only 6 hours, it tells the greatest of all stories with tremendous emotion and splendor.

Insights and discussion will follow each week’s viewing of a one-hour segment of the film. Please register by February 28th by contacting Nan Lewis at nanwlewis@gmail.com.

EfM Movie Night, February 27th - "UP"

Everyone is invited to join us for a potluck dinner and to see and discuss for the movie "UP" 4:00 - 6:30 p.m. in the St. James' Parish Hall

Appropriate for all ages. The film is rated PG, for some peril and action. UP shows us that our biggest and best adventures aren’t necessarily the ones we start out looking for! Lots of life lessons are revealed through children, dogs, and the elderly.

So we can prepare for you, R.S.V.P. to: Linda Stewart at lstewart1563@gmail.com or Marjie Mack at mmack3108@comcast.net. You are invited to bring a dish to share. Sponsored by the St. James' Parish EfM Group.

Souper Bowl Sunday, February 6th

On Sunday February 6th, 140 million Americans will tune in to the Super Bowl football game. There will be parties with abundant food, friendship and fellowship. At the same time, there will be people worrying about staying warm, finding shelter and a warm meal. Please join young people around the country as they demonstrate God’s love by loving their neighbors through the Souper Bowl of Caring. It’s a simple, yet significant act of caring for others. Drop $1 (or more!) in the soup pot as you leave worship on February 6th. THANKS!

Clothing Mission

The clothing mission is alive and well at St. James’ Parish. Please continue to drop off clean, season appropriate, gently used clothes downstairs in the Education wing. We also are in desperate need for another one or two helpers to sort and put away the clothing as it comes in. If you could help for 1-2 hours a week on Friday, Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday, please contact Taylor Milbradt - tayfm@aol.com.

New Worship Service - Wednesdays at 9 a.m.

Please join us every Wednesday at 9 a.m. for Morning Prayer followed by an informal Bible Study. We’ll pray the Daily Office and delve into the four Gospels. We’ll begin January 19th. If you would like more information, please see Amanda.

Conversations about Ordination with Bishop Sutton, January 26th

Bishop Sutton and the Commission on Ministry are holding a "listening session" about the ordination process in the Diocese of Maryland at St. James' Parish on Wednesday, January 26th from 7-9pm. As they are discussing certain changes in the discernment process for the diaconate and priesthood, they want to hear from others about the current process and to share ideas for possible improvement. Bishop Sutton will also share his concerns about the challenges before the whole Church regarding holy orders. All interested persons, lay or clergy, are invited.

St. James’ Parish Book Club, January 12th

The St. James' Parish Book Club will meet on Wednesday, January 12th at 7:30 p.m. (and the 2nd Wednesday of every month). The selection for January is The Last Child, by John Hart. Please join us - both new members and suggestions for books are welcome! For more information, please contact Adrianne Day - adeday13@comcast.net

Proposed Amendment to the St. James' Parish By-Laws

The St. James' Parish By-Laws need to be amended and will be ratified by parishioners during the Annual Parish Celebration on January 30, 2011. Specifically, two minor changes are required in the Audit Section of Article V-Fiscal Matters. The first modification indicates that "up to" three parishioners may now serve on the Audit Committee. Formerly, a total of three parishioners, not including the Treasurer, served on the Audit Committee. The second change requires the audit be submitted to the Vestry "by September 30th" instead of sixty days following the close of the fiscal year. If you have any questions, pleased contact James Dowell at dowellFarm@Verizon.Net.

2011 Flower Charts

The St. James' Church and St. Mark's Chapel Flower Charts for 2011 are posted in the Church and the Chapel. If you are interested in giving flowers in memory of or in celebration of someone's birthday, please sign your name next to the date that you would like to do this. The cost of the flowers at St. Mark's is $25 per Sunday. Someone will contact you when you sign up. Altar Guild members purchase, arrange, and place flowers on the altar. If you sign up for at St. James' Church, Lillie Barrett, garylillie@aol.com, will contact you in advance of your date. The cost of the flowers at St. James' Church is $50 per Sunday.

St. James' Parish Annual Christmas Caroling, December 19th

The St. James' Parish Annual Christmas Caroling will take place on Sunday, December 19th, at 2 p.m.

Please join us for a fun afternoon of neighborhood caroling. We'll be singing for some of our homebound friends as well.

Please sign up outside Amanda's office. Everyone of every age is welcome!

Lunch with Santa, December 11th

Santa will be coming to St. James' Parish on Saturday, December 11th from 12 Noon to 3 p.m.!

This will be an outreach activity, and we will be inviting less fortunate youngsters from our community to share the gift of generosity and Jesus’ loving presence.

Children ages 3 years through the 5th grade are invited to join us for lunch, games, crafts, and a visit from Santa and his helper who will hand out goody bags to the children of our Parish and gifts for the children attending from the community.

Please sign up outside of Amanda’s office and join us for lots of fun!

Salvation Army Sing-along, December 8th

Get in the spirit of Christmas with a Sing-Along! A potluck dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m. followed by the Sing-Along at 7:30 p.m. in the Church. During the Sing-Along, the toys from the shopping trip on December 5th will be presented to the Salvation Army for distribution to needy children.

Everyone of every age is invited to attend!