WEEKLY UPDATE
​News & Events at St. James

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We are a community anchored in Christ, seeking God, sharing His love, and serving others.
Anchor Lines Update
September 17, 2021
St. James Concert Series
Announced

CHILDREN'S CHOIRS HAVE RESUMED!

Whitby Choir
Kindergarten - 2nd grade

Began Monday, September 13, and will meet every Monday afternoon upstairs in the choir room from 3:30 - 4:15. The Whitby Choir will sing in worship periodically throughout the year.

Canterbury Choir
Grades 3 - 6

Began Wednesday, September 15, and will meet each Wednesday afternoon from 3:30 - 4:15. The Canterbury Choir will sing during the 11:00 am worship service on the second and fourth Sundays of the month.

If you have questions, please contact
Mary Katherine Kilgore
choirdirector@stjamesfairhope.org or call the church office ext.128
Supply Drive Details

The St. James Outreach Committee is collecting supplies for the two locations of the Little Free Pantry, facilitated by the Junior Auxiliary of the Eastern Shore. These pantries provide free food and toiletries to those in need and are restocked weekly thanks to generous donations from the community. Junior Auxiliary volunteers are currently in need of the following items:
Macaroni & cheese, instant mashed potatoes, Chef Boyardee, powdered milk, tuna fish, canned chicken, canned soup, ramen noodles, travel size toothpaste, travel size laundry detergent, travel size body wash, shampoos (extra items brought home from hotels are perfect), and Bandaids.

DONATIONS WILL BE COLLECTED THROUGHOUT THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER - COLLECTION BINS LOCATED IN GREEN HALL
What is Compline?

In short, Compline is a sung prayer service. Compline consist of psalms, short passages from scripture, an office hymn, canticle, litany, collects and additional prayers. The offering of prayer in the evening, by laity or clergy, has sometimes been described as the "goodnight prayer of the church". It rounds off the day and prepares us for a quiet night. Compline is offered when the work of the day is completed, and the quietness of evening settles over the hearts and minds of those who have come together in thankfulness for the blessings of the day, and in anticipation of God's gift of a new day.
The New Mom Ministry welcomes you to join us as we begin a new chapter. We are excited to announce the arrival of a “Stork Station” which will be placed outside Green Hall. This new display will feature the expecting family and share both the baby’s due and birth dates, giving our parishioners an opportunity to sign up to bring a meal. The ministry will now be providing meals to expectant families for two weeks after arrival of the baby. If you are expecting, please contact
Kimberly Richeson at 251-656-4926 or Kimberly.richeson@gmail.com to set up a meal schedule. We hope you will join us in showering these families during this special time!
Let's get running!
Sundays at 4:30, starting Sept. 19 
Meet in the St. James parking lot
The St. James running group is starting up again. All ages and experience levels welcome! Brush up on your 5K skills in advance of Prodisee Pantry's Turkey Trot on Oct. 23, or simply enjoy the fellowship and fitness. No RSVP required. 
St. James Small Plate "Supper Club" & Restaurant Brunch Groups

(Not to be confused with Small Group Meetings)
*SIGNUP DEADLINE SEPTEMBER 27*

RESTAURANT BRUNCH GROUPS
Meet on Sunday mornings after Church services and host selects a different restaurant to try out each month. These groups usually consist of 10-12 members. Adults only.

SMALL PLATE/SUPPER CLUB
These groups meet once a month on Saturday evenings at 6:30, from October through May. The host for each month provides drinks, beverages, and a heavy hors d’oeuvre. Other members bring an additional appetizer and/or beverage.
These groups are expected to consist of 14-16 participants, which is smaller than in past years. For those who wish to participate but whose home may not accommodate the group, it may be possible to co-host with other members. Every attempt will be made to balance each group with couple and single participants. We will make all attempts to include you with other couples/singles you might request. Adults only.

QUESTIONS?
Please contact Bruce Stone
bbraxstone@aol.com or (251) 599-4396

or Jeanie Smith
flynn57205@bellsouth.net or (251) 591-6622

EMAIL INQUIRIES PREFERRED



**PLEASE DO NOT EMAIL COMPLETED FORMS TO BRUCE OR JEANIE**

Forms are also available in Green Hall or the church narthex. Completed forms may be dropped off in the church office or drop box or emailed to info@stjamesfairhope.org.

Regular Worship Schedule
Sunday, September 19, 2021
Holy Eucharist is Celebrated at
8, 9, & 11 AM in the Church
The 11 AM Sunday service is also available
Wednesday Mornings at 7 AM - Holy Eucharist in the Chapel
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
MINISTRY SCHEDULER PRO

The SEPTEMBER schedule is LIVE.
Enter your "can't serve dates" for October and into the future before the next schedule is made. The deadline is Wednesday, September 22. If you have forgotten your username or password, call the parish office at 928-2912 or email communications@stjamesfairhope.org and we will help you reset it.
St. James School is Hiring!
We are hiring teachers, teacher assistants, after-care teachers, and substitute teachers. Send your resume and cover letter (including 3 references) to communications@stjamesfairhope.org
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will be published on the 13th.
St. James Episcopal Church
860 North Section Street
Fairhope, AL 36532
251.928.2912