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Service Schedule INVITES YOU TO EXPLORE OUR LIFE AND MINISTRIES AT ST. JAMES EPISCOPAL CHURCH Volume 100, Number 4 225-387-5141 • Fax 225-387-1443 • www.stjamesbr.org april 2016 www.stjamesbr.org M ESSENGER T he Sundays 7:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite I 9:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II* 9:00 a.m. As You Are Service* 10:00 a.m. Christian Formation for all ages and Coffee Hour* 11:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II* 5:00 p.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II except April 24 Weekdays Mondays 8:15 a.m. Day School Morning Prayer Wednesdays Noon Holy Eucharist, Rite II with Healing Prayers (Chapel) Fridays, except April 1 8:15 a.m. Day School Eucharist *Nursery available Special Services Sunday, April 10 9:00 a.m. Graduate Recognition with reception, following 7:00 p.m. Compline in the church Sunday, April 24 5:00 p.m. iConfirm Service Youth and Bishop Thompson with reception, following St. James Episcopal Church will host the 129th Annual Gathering of the Episcopal Church Women Diocese of Louisiana April 22-23, 2016 The Episcopal Church Women of the Diocese of Louisiana are pleased to invite you to this year’s Annual Gathering. Our theme this year comes from the 2015 Triennial Meeting: “Stir Up the Spirit – Celebremos!” Come celebrate our ministry together as Episcopal Church Women and stir up your spirit! We have a wonderful program lined up for this year’s Annual Gathering offering you a time of fellowship, learning and sharing among your sisters in Christ — good food, worship, fun, and friendship. Join us for a wonderful two days! Download Registration Form Here! e St. James Treble Choir is going to study for a week at the Royal School of Church Music course in Houston, Texas, this summer. is is an opportunity for these choristers to work with and learn from some of the finest musicians in e Episcopal Church and Anglican Communion. Read more inside!
Transcript of Messenger T he - St James Episcopal...
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InvItes You to explore our lIfe and MInIstrIes at st. JaMes epIscopal church
Volume 100, Number 4 225-387-5141 • Fax 225-387-1443 • www.stjamesbr.org april 2016
www.stjamesbr.org
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Sundays
7:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite I9:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II*9:00 a.m. As You Are Service*10:00 a.m. Christian Formation for all ages and Coffee Hour*11:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II*5:00 p.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II except April 24
WeekdaysMondays8:15 a.m. Day School Morning Prayer
WednesdaysNoon Holy Eucharist, Rite II with Healing Prayers (Chapel)
Fridays, except April 18:15 a.m. Day School Eucharist
*Nursery available
Special ServicesSunday, April 109:00 a.m. Graduate Recognition with reception, following7:00 p.m. Compline in the churchSunday, April 245:00 p.m. iConfirm Service Youth and Bishop Thompson with reception, following
St. James Episcopal Church
will host the
129th Annual Gathering of the
Episcopal Church Women
Diocese of LouisianaApril 22-23, 2016
The Episcopal Church Women of the Diocese of Louisiana are pleased to invite you to this year’s Annual Gathering. Our theme this year comes from the 2015 Triennial Meeting: “Stir Up the Spirit – Celebremos!” Come celebrate our ministry together as Episcopal Church Women and stir up your spirit!
We have a wonderful program lined up for this year’s Annual Gathering offering you a time of fellowship, learning and sharing among your sisters in Christ — good food, worship, fun, and friendship. Join us for a wonderful two days!
Download Registration Form Here!
The St. James Treble Choir is going to study for a week at the Royal School of Church Music course in Houston, Texas, this summer. This is an opportunity for these choristers to work with and learn from some of the finest musicians in The Episcopal Church and Anglican Communion. Read more inside!
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In Our Thoughts and Prayers …
The Rt. Rev. Morris K. Thompson, Jr. Bishop of LouisianaThe Very Rev. J. Mark Holland Rector of St. JamesThe Rev. Ralph F. Howe, Jr. Sr. Associate Rector and Day School ChaplainThe Rev. Mary Ann Garrett Associate Rector and Director of Pastoral Care for St. James PlaceThe Rev. John Pitzer Prior, The St. James Center for Spiritual FormationDeacon Pat Lyle Spiritual Director in ResidenceThe Rt. Rev. Robert C. Witcher Bishop-in-Residence XIX Rector of St. JamesThe Rt. Rev. James M. Coleman Bishop-in-Residence XX Rector of St. James
The Diocese of Louisiana is one church, faithful to our Lord Jesus, united in mission,
reaching out through service and proclamation to all for whom Christ died. We live in joyous
expectation of God’s transforming power, compassion, and mercy in our lives.
St. James Staff
St. James Vestry
Jane christensen*rip collins*Margaret culbertson**charlie frey ***chris frink*Barbin c. Graham***catherine s. harrell***tricia henderson *
Buzzy heroman***
Bill hines***
sue larisey***
caroline ross**
Manette sammons**
chip stirling**
tom Wade**
Gerry sulzer** ...............................senior Wardenandy Mccall** .............................. Junior WardenJane christensen* ..........................................clerkJosh pesses** ...........................................treasurer
Floral Dedications and Arrangements
Mary Hunt Boutwell Director of Lay MinistriesJo Craddock Director of CommunicationsMary Davis-Palms Parish DieticianRodger Green Facilities DirectorSara Bray Cherub Choir Director & Ass’t ChoirmasterJason Hubbard ChoirmasterEric Johnson Treble Choir Director & Ass’t ChoirmasterMarvin McLennon Youth & Young Adults MinistriesCheryl Speights Olinde BookkeeperJohn Ozier Parish SecretarySylvia Rabalais Administrative SecretaryLauren T. Ray Head of SchoolHerndon Spillman OrganistDebbie Stiltner Comptroller
Arrangements on the altar are given to the glory of God.
Altar of Repose and Easter Flower Dedications are listed in the Easter Sunday leaflets,
and can be viewed online, here.
Arrangements in the parlor on April 3 are by Liz Noland; on April 10 by Tricia
Henderson; on April 17 by Nancy Jo Poirrier; and, on April 24 by Susan Rolfs.
For the dear departed: The Rev. Chuck Wood; Ruth Taylor, mother of Emily Taylor; Murl Strong, grandmother of Lauren Whatley
For recent concerns of: Mark C. Smith, Tommy Roberson, Bobby Hines, Aimee Clare Whitehurst, Kirk Patrick, Martha Ann Gossett, Emma, Houston, Perry, Robert Palms, Robbie Edmonds, Christine Smith, Connie, Harlan, Emily Robinson
Continuing prayers are offered for: Fred Frey Jr., Betty Romero, Kevin Stockton, Glenn Stockton, Bobby Rayne Jr., Jim Coleman, Bob Boyd, Richard Garber, Barbara Shilg, Larry Durant, Judy Calhoun, Debra Bagley, Emma, Janet Arst, Casey Dué, Peyton Feigley, Mary Jarnagin, Tara Sperandeo-Ellis, Bessie Stockton, Jim Toups, Kenlee Jackson, Jeff Cobb, Billy Heroman, Bobby McCall, Butch Noland, Jack Ralston, Catherine, Janie LeBlanc,
Babette Vlahos, Charlie Matherne, Joanne Anderson, Sally Buchanan, Liam Barber, Sarah Romero
For those in the armed forces: Rob Hutchins, Major John Lyford V, Staff Sgt William Martin USMC, PFC Don Ellen, Lt Jon Bethel, Trey Wolf ABFAN, Lt Jordan Morris, Sgt James Chambers, Major Andrew “Andy” Stone USAF, Capt Michael Oliver, Specialist Daniel Anderson, Sgt Ethan Wade, Major Charlie Hines, Capt Mathis Guy Hall USMC, Chad Hornsby SFAAT US Army, Airman Avery Frink, Philip Thomas Loret USN, Capt Mark Robert Truxillo USAF, Pvt Mike Lee, Philip S. Mullenix MD US Army
For those in law enforcement: Sgt. Carol Landry, Deputy Chad Tate, Chief Detective John East, Officer Eddie Kay, Louise Myers, Sgt. Jeremy Hummert, Detective Brock Bunch, Taylor McDonald
Infants and toddlers are welcome at all services, but, as parents desire, may also be lovingly cared for by trained staff in our nursery/wiggle room on the first floor of the Parish Hall between 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. on Sunday mornings, and for other events as announced.
You may prefer to keep your young child with you during the service, and children are welcome at all our services. Some hints that may help you and your young child be more comfortable while we wor-ship together are available on our website, or by clicking here.
Nursery Information EYC & EKC InformationEYC meets on the first and third Sundays of each month, at 5:00 p.m., in the Ministries Center, and EKC (Episcopal Kids in Community), for youngsters in grades three through five, meets on the second and fourth Sundays at 5:00 p.m. Email Marvin McLennon to get on his email list of events, check each Friday’s e-Messenger, or stjamesbr.org/youth .
Mission Trip Info Meeting
Along with youth from St. Alban’s, we will go to Palm Beach, Florida and work at the Hearts of Palm Mission of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, from June 19-24. The cost is $300 per person (meals included).We have room for only 15 missioners in grades six through twelve. Contact Marvin for info, and plan to attend the information meeting for missioners and their parents on Wednesday, April 6 at 5:45 p.m.
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Parish Family NewsBirthsSusie & Terry Irby are the proud
grandparents of Porter Jane Frampton, who was born Tuesday, March 8, 2016, weighing 7 lbs., 5 oz., and measuring 19.5 inches long. Her parents are Merrell and Harrison Frampton.
Baptisms
Thomas Martin Carr, IV infant son of Shellie B. and Patrick L. Carr, was baptized on March 26, 2016.
Marriages
Candace Michelle Griffin and Cade Joseph Voisin were united in holy matrimony officated by the Very Rev. Mark Holland on Saturday, March 5, 2016.
Deaths/BurialsThe Rev. Charles E. “Chuck” Wood died
on March 11, 2016. His ashes were in-terred in the St. James Columbarium on March 15, 2016.
Ruth Elizabeth Adams Taylor died on March 13, 2016. Her Requiem Eucharist was held at St. James on March 18, 2016.
AARP Driving Course will be offered on April 12Dr. John Thomas will teach the AARP Driving Course on Tuesday, April 12, at St. James, from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Please contact Mary Boutwell to register for this course: [email protected], or 225-387-5141 ext. 1229.
By taking a driver safety course you’ll learn the current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques and how to operate your vehicle more safely in today’s increasingly challenging driving environment, and may be eligible for auto insurance discounts! The cost of the course is $15 for AARP members and $20 for nonmembers.
Some things you can find on our website at www.stjamesbr.org
Current programs and events and welcome messages
Service times, our location, parking
and visitor information, registration, and connection links
More about our ministries, including any
current ministry volunteer form sign-ups
Links to our newsletter archives, newsletter
subscriptions, documents and forms, church calendar and, most current ministry
assignments
Below “the fold:” Facebook link, map to St. James, and more
news and faith notes
About the Episcopal Church, and all about St. James
Parish online directory, online giving
links, how to make or change a pledge, stewardship and
budget info
From the ancient monastic practice of ending the day in prayer and praise of God, this serene service features a small group of singers leading prayers and chants that may be joined as you desire. Its principal parts are a confession to clear the conscience, then a psalm, short lesson and hymn, all about quiet sleep and confidence in God’s protection.
All are welcome to come experience one of the softly beautiful Anglican gems of worship. Come clothed in comfort, make your position comfortable, or move about and study the church or windows in silence, and hear the beautiful sounds at the close of the day with prayer and praise. The next date for Compline is Sunday, April 10.
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The spring term ends this month, after three exciting sessions:
• April 6, 6:00 p.m.• April 13, 6:00 p.m.• April 27, 6:00 p.m. - last of season
Group Meetings
joan of arcAza Walker hosts the April 6 gathering at noon, and Brandon Stephens presents the lesson on the parable of “The Parable of the Talents” from Matthew 25:14-30.
Contact Nina Broyles at [email protected] for more information about the Joan of Arc Study Group!
The April book selection is Me Before You by Jojo Moyes, and we’ll be meeting on Monday, April 18 at 6:00 p.m., at La Madeleine’s on Jefferson at Old Hammond Highway. R.s.v.p. to Monica Murphy, and don’t forget to bring a sweater! (This is the same book originally scheduled for March, but delayed due to the Town Hall meeting on March 21.)
and more for
Millennials at st. JamesMoT is not your ordinary Bible study. It is a gathering of young adults (20s-30s) to discuss interesting theological and spiritual topics such as the Gnostic Gospels, The Apocrypha, theology in contemporary or “pop” literature, and more. Discussions kick off at 7:00 p.m. on the first and third Mondays at The Radio Bar (located along Government St. in the Westmoreland Shopping Center, 3079 Government Street).
Calling all millennials
Are you a millennial between the ages of 25-35, or do you know one who’s looking to get involved at St. James? Your fellow Millennials are here and you aren’t alone!
Alyce Howe and Marvin McLennon are spearheading St. James’ efforts to identify and meet the needs of the parish’s millennials.
We want to know who you are so we can keep you in the loop and those people who would like to be involved in our efforts. If you’re interested and want to be included, please email Alyce or Marvin!
The church office and ECW are joining forces to create an updated, paper-printed, pictorial “selfie” directory!
We will have selfie sticks available starting on Easter Sunday, so you can snap a pic while wearing your Sunday best! If you don’t have a smart phone to take a selfie, we are happy to snap a picture for you.
If you won’t or can’t be with us on Easter Sunday, or already have a favorite family “selfie”, please send that along your current contact information no later than Wednesday, June 16. Please identify those in the photo, left to right.
All pictures should be emailed to:
[email protected] directories will be distributed at the Ministries Fair on Sunday, August 21.
Help us make the best Church Directory ever!
Vicar Paul Frost takes a wedding selfie at St. John’s, Corby, England
More about the Treble Choir HymnathonRSCM America, founded in England more than 80 years ago, is committed to educating church musicians in the traditions of the church and to help them grow musically and spiritually.
The Houston course tuition is $587.50 per chorister, including their music, but not including travel. So that as many choristers can attend as are willing to make the commitment, the Treble Choir will be hosting a Hymnathon on Sunday, April 17 from 6:00 until 7:00 p.m.
Get out your hymnal (or, find all the hymns in the Hymnal 1982, here), pick your favorites, and you can “buy” a hymn -- or two, or three -- to be sung during the Hymnathon. Any hymn in the 1982 hymnal may be selected. A donation of $50 per hymn (group donations welcome) is suggested. If you’d like to dedicate your hymn, we’ll announce the dedication in the program leaflet and at the Hymnathon, too!
Look for Hymnathon Donation envelopes in the foyers, narthex of the church, and parlor; or, look for a Treble Choir member with donation envelopes; or, make your donation online — here (stjamesbr.org/hymnathon), where you can read more about how to help our choristers study and enjoy an evening of your favorite hymns!
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LAY MIN
ISTRY ASSIGN
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esbr.org/assignments
SERVICE
ASSIG
NM
ENT
APRIL 3, 2016
APRIL 10, 2016
APRIL 17, 2016
APRIL 24, 2016
Parlor A
rrangements
Liz Noland
Tricia Henderson
Nancy Jo Poirrier
Susan Rolfs7:30 a.m
. U
shers/Welcom
e Joyce Rucker
Joyce Rucker Joyce Rucker
Joyce Rucker
Bessie &
Glenn Stockton
Bessie & G
lenn Stockton Bessie &
Glenn Stockton
Bessie & G
lenn Stockton
EM/Intercessor
Mickey C
hristensen Randy G
arrett John O
zier Tony C
arter
Lector K
aren Kennedy Sharon H
off eld C
athy McH
ugh Barbara Sim
s
Altar G
uild Liz C
arter Sharon H
off eld D
odie Edmonds
Karen Kennedy
Jane Christensen
M
ildred Taylor C
athy McH
ugh
C
onnie Henderson
Robin DiN
apoli
As You A
re U
shers/Welcom
e M
imi Riché
John Cadw
allader Liz Treppendahl
Brent & Kent C
aldwell
Eucharistic M
inisters G
ordon Ellis H
oney East H
ays Town III
Brent Caldw
ell
M
imi Riché
Anna G
arrett Liz Treppendahl
deSha Carter
Lector 1
Mim
i Riché H
oney East Liz Treppendahl
Pat Colquette
Psalm
ist A
nnie Furr A
nna Garrett
Hays Tow
n III deSha C
arter
Lector 2 Susie Furr
Monica M
urphy Pat C
olquette Kent C
aldwell
Intercessor
Katherine M
artin A
llen Paterson BB Stirling
Randy East
Altar G
uild Joan M
oore Joan M
oore Joan M
oore Joan M
oore
9:00 a.m.
Ushers
Bob Israel Bob Bow
sher Rip C
ollins B Phillips
Chad Phillips
Tom W
ade Ben Reiser
Gary Richards
Pat Culbertson Randy Lam
ont M
ike Fontenot Ford Th om
as
Kyle Landrem
Bill H
ines G
eorge Clark
Chris K
iesel
H
ill Savoy C
hris McC
anless Josh Pesses
Linda Ohm
stede
Mike Rabalais
D
avid Gerard
A
colytes Rayleigh Lapeyrouse
Anna G
race Kurtz M
aile Braden Stephanie K
ay
Risley Elliott
Olivia Landrem
Sally H
urst A
ndrea Kay
Marshall Elliott
Jessica Smith
Bryan Olsson
Gracie G
agliano
Eucharistic M
inisters Lazette Phillips
Andrea V
idrine Stan Prutz
Debbie G
alland
Monica M
urphy
Lectors M
argaret Culbertson Susan Bueche
Betsy Hurst
Shirley Young
M
aria Bowen
Susie Herom
an Pat Broderick
Shirley Young
Intercessor Pat Culbertson
Denise A
llen M
elanie Clark
Monica M
urphy
Altar G
uild Em
ily Kay
Larry Mitchum
Zoe H
arrell A
gnes Harrop
Sue Larisey N
ora Say N
ancy Jo Poirrier Th elm
a Herthum
Janet Rowan
Trudy Ivy
11:00 a.m.
Ushers
Fred Frey Phillip W
right C
hip Middleton
Randall Peterson
C
harles Coates Jr.
D.J. Richard
Frank Leonard Scott G
arver
C
harlie Frey N
orm M
artinusen John C
ompton
Bill Lee
D
avid Rollins Joe O
’Banion N
eal Elliott Jr. H
ays Alexander
Steve Anderson
Stephen Jung Bob Laughlin
Acolytes
Grant G
riffi n A
bigail Gibson
Mary Brandon H
arrell Jam
es Van Hook
Hays A
lexander M
artha Rhodes M
argaret Harrell
Olivia Van H
ook
G
ranison Alexander
Warren Ross
Eucharistic Ministers
Elizabeth Whitley
Rodger Green
Liz Holland
Alyce H
owe
Lectors Ruth M
artinusen C
hris Frink D
ouglas Kennedy V
irginia Noland
Steve Anderson
Lou Ellis M
artha Yancey C
het Coles
Intercessor
Alyce H
owe
Chet C
arter D
ouglas Kennedy John N
oland
Altar G
uild Ruth M
artinusen M
artha Grant A
dams
Barbara Bearden C
atherine Harrell
Carol M
oloney Julia A
dams
Jane Henslee
Jennie Price
Bahin Leonard A
nn Holm
es D
eanna Ashw
orth
Susan Ozier
Susan Rolfs
5:00 p.m.
Eucharistic Minister
Hays Tow
n Jeannie Frey Rhodes
John Ozier
iConfi rm
Service
Altar G
uild Elizabeth Libbers
Frances Garland
Sheila Feigley
April 2016 The Messenger Page 7
Vestry Notes
At the March 14 meeting of the Ves-try, they were advised the 2016 budget is not complete. A meeting is sched-uled on Thursday, March 17 to continue work. Vestry members were challenged by Barbin Graham to increase their own pledges help offset lower 2016 pledges re-ceived. Gerry Sulzer noted that the cur-rent pledge amount results in a deficit of approximately $130,000 if spending is kept at the 2015 level, and hiring a Chris-tian Education Director would increase that deficit. No consensus was reached to form another committee to contact parishioners who have not pledged, but the matter will be discussed at the Vestry Retreat in mid-April.
Andy McCall submitted the name of Dan West as a returning member of the Mis-sion and Vision Steering Committee.
Allen Paterson gave a presentation about the Pastoral Care Committee’s Proposal for Lay Participation in Pastoral Care, and highlighted several points of the pro-posal:
• The need for a lay pastoral care min-istry in addition to Stephen Ministry
• A core group of volunteers should be solicited.
• Means of identifying pastoral care needs will be communicated to the congregation.
• The Lay Pastoral Care Ministry will share information with other minis-tries.
Following his presentation, it was moved and seconded that the Pastoral Care Min-istry be approved and the motion carried.
Andy McCall reviewed the CPEX materi-als distributed to the vestry, including a Project Scope report, Talking Points, and Key Dates report. He asked that parish-ioners be encouraged to fill out the on-line survey and reminded the vestry of the dates for the “open studio/charette” in late March.
Josh Pesses reported that Day School enrollment is up to 295 for the 2016-17 school year and there is a waiting list for PreK-3. Atkinson Hall construction will
be finalized during the summer break. Cost will be approximately $100,000, but is hoped to be funded by a Historic Build-ings credit.
The Vestry Retreat would be held April 15-16 at Hilltop Arboretum, starting early Friday afternoon and, continue on Saturday for much of the day. Gerry Sul-zer has asked Canon John Kellogg to fa-cilitate the Friday afternoon meeting. An agenda will be developed for the retreat.
Gerry Sulzer is in the process of put-ting together an Interim Rector Search Committee, consisting of the Executive Committee and two additional vestry members. (Catherine Harrell has already agreed to serve on the committee, and the final member will be named shortly.) A discussion followed concerning the type of interim rector needed, the need for a consultant to help heal division in the church, the type of permanent rector and how long it might take to have a new rec-tor in place.
By Jane Christensen, Clerk
2016 Celtic Pilgrimage
Contemplating Celtic Spirituality: GLENDALOUGH AND THE ARAN ISLANDSJuly 3-15, 2016Leaders: Marsha Wade and Marcus Losack
We invite you to come with us on a special Pilgrimage to Celtic and Christian sites in Ireland. We will travel together as prayerful and caring pilgrims, exploring the treasures of the Celtic Tradition and deepening our own sense of spirituality, wisdom and community.
Locations on the itinerary include Hill of Slane (the ancient site where St Patrick lit a Paschal Fire as a symbol of his Mission to bring the light of Christianity to Ireland; and, the ancient and sacred monastic site at Glendalough founded by St Kevin in the sixth century; St Brigid’s Cathedral in Kildare, site of St Brigid’s fifth century Irish monastery; Ring of Kerry and Molls Gap; Inis mor, largest of the Aran Island; Dun Aengus (8th century BC Hill Fort) and the nearby site where there are ruins of seven ancient churches; and, more, with experienced pilgrimage leader Marcus Losack.
Marcus is an inspiring teacher who has published four books on the Origins of St. Patrick. He has been on the associate staff of the Haden Institute for many years, specializing in Celtic Spirituality. He is now the Director of The Celtic Pilgrimage Company.
Read more, or download a pilgrimage registration form, here.
Jr. High Rally at the SECC, April 15-17Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. --Matthew 28:19
What is Jr. High Youth Rally? Jr. High Youth Rally is a retreat weekend
for youth in grades 6-8. Rally is designed by the youth and adults on the Diocesan Youth Leadership Committee and staffed by youth and adults from that committee. Rally is designed to be a fun, relaxing retreat weekend at the Solomon Episcopal Conference Center that combines presentations by youth, small group discussion, and worship with games, activities, music, and fellowship. Rally is designed to be welcoming to everyone who attends and the goal of the weekend is to make sure that everyone is included fully in the community.
Who can attend Rally? Jr. High Rally is open to all youth in grades 6-8 from the Diocese of Louisiana, and friends of any religious background. While the topics presented and discussed will have a Christian focus, we welcome all young people who have a willingness to participate fully in the weekend regardless of their religious affiliation. You need not be an Episcopalian to attend, however you must be committed to engage in theological reflection from a Christian perspective.
Register and more information here.
InvItes You to explore our lIfe and MInIstrIes Messenger
The
We proclaim Christ crucified and risen, and invite all to join with us in ministry together in his name.
The MESSENGER is the monthly magazine of St. James Episcopal Church, containing extended news of parish programs and events.
Readers are encouraged to use the online version to enjoy color photographs and graphics, easy links to contact information, maps, reference materials, and more at www.stjamesbr.org.
If you know of someone who cannot receive the electronic version, nor is able to pick up a paper copy available in the narthex, foyers and vestibules, please share their name with us so other arrangements can be made — or better yet: pick up a paper copy at church and bring it to them on a visit, yourself!
