Announcements August 9, 2026
Parish event Calendar from 08/09/2026 to 09/05/2026 is located following these announcements. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
The St. James Mission Statement:
St. James exists to Gather as God’s people.
Know the love of God in Christ.
Grow as disciples of Jesus Christ.
Give to the world what God has given to us.
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Please turn off your cell phone before worship begins.
Welcome, Everyone! Two restrooms are located in the front of the church, through the double doors to the left of the altar area. There is also a baby changing table that accommodates a child up to 50 pounds. “Buddy bags” for children are available behind the pews containing crayons, coloring paper and other materials to help keep little ones occupied during the service.
Giving Altar Flowers Altar flowers are given in memory of or in thanksgiving for a loved one or for a milestone event. Flowers cost $35. Please note “altar flowers” on your check. A sign-up sheet is on the table as you enter church and there are envelopes to complete and place payment inside to be placed in the collection plates on Sundays. Altar flowers and prayer shawls are available to take to someone who may be ill, hospitalized – or who simply needs cheer.
Altar Flowers Altar flowers are given today in loving memory of Tomasa Torio by Maria Vizcarrondo.
Annual Picnic for the 314th anniversary of St. James the Greater Episcopal Church on July 26th, was a very nice affair. It was well attended and many brought friends and family to gather for good food, fellowship and celebration of the memorable day!
S.O.M.E. to-go Meals At our dinner on Wednesday, July 29th 16 volunteers served 41 guests tomato and cucumber salad, chicken casserole, green beans, dessert and beverages. Thank you to 3 Redemption, 7 LACE, and 7 St. James volunteers. L.A.C.E. hosted a meal on July 22nd and 15 volunteers served 46 guests, the largest group since the end of the pandemic! L.A.C.E. supports and prepares meals on the 4th Wednesday whenever a month has five weeks. Volunteers from St. James for the L.A.C.E. hosted meals are greatly appreciated. Thank you! Volunteers are needed for our dinner on the last Weds of each month - set up at 5:00 pm, dinner served from 6:00 – 7:00 pm, clean-up from 7:00 to 7:30 pm. There are sign-up sheets for our monthly dinners and for the L.A.C.E. dinners on the table behind the pews. Desserts are also needed. Thank you!
Fellowship/Coffee-Hour Thank you to Ginny Capriotti and Denise Ciambrello for hosting last Sunday. Most everyone were able to stay for fellowship and goodies. These gatherings are held the first Sunday of each month immediately following our service. If you would like to host a gathering one month, the sign-up sheet is on the table behind the pews.
Thought to Ponder These fellowship/coffee hours are perfect opportunities for us to think about bringing a friend to church!
Thank you from the Episcopal Church for our support of The Good Friday Offering. Our gift of $125.00 is a testament to our commitment to the values we hold dear – compassion, justice, and unity in Christ. This gift strengthens the ability to meet the needs of the Province of Jerusalem and the Middle East. We are blessed to have faithful supporters like you who believe in the importance of sustaining this ministry. Please know that your generosity is making a real difference, and we are deeply grateful to walk together with you in this journey of faith and service.
Faithfully, Sean W. Rowe, The Most Rev. Sean W. Rowe, Presiding Bishop, The Episcopal Church.
“PAINTING CHURCHES” A Play Reading By Tina Howe – Pulitzer Prize for Drama finalist
When: Sunday, August 16th, 5:30 pm promptly
Where: 300 Iron Bridge Rd, Freehold, NJ 07728
RSVP is a Must! Alison Lenox, 917-689-6774; [email protected]
Outside event. Audience will be seated in chairs on the grass. Please dress appropriately. Light refreshments will be provided. No smoking will be allowed. Flyers on the table behind the pews. Please speak with Jo Twiss or Chris Jacobs about this event.
Bible Study “The Purpose Driven Live” by Rick Warren will meet on 8/17, 8/31, 9/14, 9/28 & 10/12 at 12:30 pm in the Parish House. Please bring your lunch. Please speak with Pam Bergey or Denise Caimbrello to join the study.
Bishop’s Visit The Rt. Reverend Daniel E. Guiterrez, Bishop of the Diocese of Pennsylvania, will be with us to celebrate and preach on September 20, 2026. Please plan to be in church that day! To date, he will confirm four children, baptize three children and receive two adults from other Christian denominations. Children aged 12 – 15 who would like to be confirmed, or children and adults any age who wish to be baptized, and anyone any age, who would like to be received as an Episcopalian, or if you would like to reaffirm your faith, please speak with Denise Ciambrello no later than August 20th. The Reverend Pat Cashman has generously offered to confer with any candidates and will be able to answer questions you may have.
“Tools for School” Our annual School Supplies collection drive formally known as “Stuff the Bus”, received $224 in cash and $200 in items donated. The supplies and financial donations were delivered to United Way on Edgely Road, Levittown, by Denise Ciambrello and Linda Jones on August 3, 2026. Thank you everyone who donated to the SO NEEDY cause in schools in Bucks County.
Help With Our Audit Pam Bergey, Jim Lombardo, Jerry Smith and Betsy Schmidt volunteered to perform our annual self-audit for 2025. They will meet in the Parish office on Thursday, August 13th at 10:00 am. Thank you!
Children’s Liturgy Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” The members of St. James want to bring the children to Jesus and help them develop a closer relationship with the Lord. If you would like to assist with the children’s liturgy, please speak with Rose Capitano. Thank you!
Choir We thank our music director, Sonya Genstein for leading us in song each service! The choir is open to anyone who'd like to join! If you're interested, please speak with Sonya.
Food Donations Thank you everyone who has contributed to this ministry over the past 14 years for a total of 10,879 pounds! Please continue to bring non-perishable items for those in need.
Stewardship Packets Thank you to everyone who has made a pledge to St. James of treasure, talent and time for 2026. Please take an envelope from the table behind the pews if you wish to pledge and place in the collection plate any Sunday as pledges are accepted at any time. Remember, your pledge is confidential, and can be changed at any time during the year if your circumstances change.
Pew Plaques Pew plaques are given in memory of or thanksgiving for a loved one as a forever remembrance. The cost is $250. A payment plan is available to purchase pew plaques. If interested, please speak with Jim Lombardo.
Eucharistic Visitors Rose Capitano, Denise Ciambrello, Gene Porter, and Jo Twiss are available to provide home communion. Please contact the office, 215-788-2228; or [email protected] to ask for a home visit.
Prayer List The prayer list in the Sunday bulletin is for people with immediate needs and conditions. If you want someone to be on the Sunday list, please contact the office (215-788-2228); or ([email protected]). Names remain on this list for up to a month then, if still needed, they are moved to the Intercessory Prayer list. See below.
Intercessory Prayer Please speak with Pam Bergey regarding people on this list and to receive a prayer for daily use. Please pray for: Ed Z., Kim T., Denton, baby Jack & Kate & family, John, JoAnn, Amanda, Kristen B., Lorraine O., Brandon, Mike B., Michael G., Bruce C., Dot A., Gary G., Craig G., James H., Jr., Lilli, and Roxanne.
Bingo’s Foundation is a non-profit, all-volunteer cat adoption and rescue organization. They are a NO-KILL shelter and the cats roam free. We are collecting Soda/Beer/pull tabs and BROWN’s Shop Rite receipts to aid in the cost of their electric bill! Cathleen Amos-Schaumberg will mail the tabs & receipts. For more information, www.bingosfoundation.org: or mail: PO BOX 7130, Penndel, PA 19047, or phone 215-781-0378.
Bristol Borough’s Sunday Strolls will be on 9/20, 10/25 and 11/15 from 12:00 – 4:00 pm. Dozens of vendors are confirmed to participate and cater to various ages and interests. Families can expect children’s activities, while adults can explore local crafts, art, and food options.
ST. JAMES EPISCOPAL CHURCH - EVENT CALENDAR 08/092026 -09/05/2026
Location/Event Date Time
Church - Holy Eucharist 08/09/2026 9:00 - 10:00 am
Parish House: Redemption Church, Bristol 08/09/2026 9:00am - 12:00pm
Parish Office: Vestry Meeting 08/11/2026 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Parish Office: Women of St. James Meeting 08/12/2026 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Parish Hall Usage: Tues A.A. Meeting 08/11/2026 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Parish Hall Rental: ZUMBA 07/15/2026 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Church - Morning Prayer 08/16/2026 9:00 - 10:00 am
Parish House: Redemption Church, Bristol 08/16/2026 9:00am -12:00pm
Parish House:Bible Study "A Purpose Driven Life" 08/17/2026 12:30 - 3:00 pm
Parish Hall Usage: Tues A.A. Meeting 08/18/2026 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Parish Hall Rental: ZUMBA 08/19/2026 7:30 - 8:30 pm
Parish Hall Rental: Bristol Film Club 08/21/2026 6:30 - 9:30 pm
Church - Holy Eucharist 08/23/2026 9:00 - 10:00 am
Parish House: Redemption Church, Bristol 08/23/2026 9:00am - 12:00 pm
Parish Hall Usage: Tues A.A. Meeting 08/25/2026 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Parish Hall: S.O.M.E. dinner 08/26/2026 6:00 - 7:00 pm
volunteers 08/26/2026 5:00 - 7:45 pm
Parish Hall Rental: ZUMBA 08/26/2026 7:30 - 8:30 pm
Church - Morning Prayer 08/30/2026 9:00 - 10:00 am
Parish House: Redemption Church, Bristol 08/30/2026 9:00am - 12:00 pm
Parish House:Bible Study "A Purpose Driven Life" 08/31/2026 12:30 - 3:00 pm
Parish Hall Usage: Tues A.A. Meeting 09/01/2026 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Parish Office: Women of St. James Meeting 09/02/2026 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Parish Hall Rental: ZUMBA 09/02/2026 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Parish Hall Usage: 09/03/2026 7:00 - 8:00 pm