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Sunday 5 February 2017

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The Holy Eucharist, Rite I Sermon: The Rev. Ron Abrams 8 o’clock a.m.BCP p. 323

The Holy Eucharist, Rite II Sermon: The Rev. Ron Abrams 9:00 o’clock a.m. and 11:15 o’clock a.m.

Prelude

Hymn 537: “Christ for the world we sing!” Moscow

Welcome and Announcements

The Word of GodThe Opening Acclamation BCP p. 355

Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.People And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect for PurityAlmighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Song of Praise: Hymn 388 “O worship the King” (sts. 1—2) Hanover

Celebrant: The Lord be with you. People: And also with you. Let us pray.

Welcome to

The Collect of the Day (Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany)Set us free, O God, from the bondage of our sins, and give us the liberty of that abundant life which you have made known to us in your Son our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

The Lessons The First Reading: Isaiah 58:1-9a

CommentaryThis is not the first time that God, through His prophet Isaiah, pointed out the futility of Israel simply adhering to a system of worship without changing attitudes and conduct. The people were practicing religious ritual to try to manipulate God into blessing them. They may have been bowing their heads, but they were not bowing their hearts. However, if His people changed their focus, putting God and the needs of others before self-interest, the Lord promised He would hear their prayers and they would enjoy His presence. Are there times that you bow your head but not your heart before the Lord?Shout out, do not hold back! Lift up your voice like a trumpet! Announce to my people their rebellion, to the house of Jacob their sins. Yet day after day they seek me and delight to know my ways, as if they were a nation that practiced righteousness and did not forsake the ordinance of their God; they ask of me righteous judgments, they delight to draw near to God. “Why do we fast, but you do not see? Why humble ourselves, but you do not notice?” Look, you serve your own interest on your fast day, and oppress all your workers. Look, you fast only to quarrel and to fight and to strike with a wicked fist. Such fasting as you do today will not make your voice heard on high. Is such the fast that I choose, a day to humble oneself? Is it to bow down the head like a bulrush, and to lie in sackcloth and ashes? Will you call this a fast, a day acceptable to the Lord? Is not this the fast that I choose: to loose the bonds of injustice, to undo the thongs of the yoke, to let the oppressed go free, and to break every yoke? Is it not to share your bread with the hungry, and bring the homeless poor into your house; when you see the naked, to cover them, and not to hide yourself from your own kin? Then your light shall break forth like the dawn, and your healing shall spring up quickly; your vindica-tor shall go before you, the glory of the Lord shall be your rear guard. Then you shall call, and the Lord will answer; you shall cry for help, and he will say, Here I am.

The Word of the Lord.People: Thanks be to God.

P a r i s h N o T e sWelcome to all visiting St. James today. Please fill out a visitor card and place it in an alms basin during the Offertory. All baptized Christians are welcomed to receive communion at the altar of the Episcopal Church.

Today: Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany

NexT suNday aT sT. James Parish:

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Psalm 112:1-6 (11:15 am)

Hallelujah!Happy are they who fear the / Lord * and have great delight in his com-/mandments!Their descendants will be mighty in the / land; * the generation of the upright will be / blessed.

Antiphon (sung by all)

Wealth and riches will be in their / house, * and their righteousness will last for / ever.Light shines in the darkness for the / upright; * the righteous are merciful and full of com-/passion. See the calendar on the website www.stjamesp.org or Chuch Life app for events schedule for this week.

February 12, 2017 Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany

•8:00 am - Holy Eucharist, Rite I (Church)•8:15 am - Breakfast (Great Hall)•8:15 am - St. James Choir Reh. for 9 am service (Choir Room)•9:00 am - Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Church) Baptism: Elizabeth “Eliza” Paxton Goulding•10:10 am - Sharing the Journey (Stephen Ministry Room) •10:10 am - Children and Youth (Classrooms)•10:10 am - Bible Lite (Green Room)•10:10 am - The Disciples (Lippitt Room)•10:10 am - Wright Path (Bishop Wright Rom)•10:30 am - St. James Choir Reh. for 11:15 am service (Choir Room)•11:15 am - Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Church)•5:00 pm - Youth Group (Youth Room)•7:30 pm - Voice Recital (Church)

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•8:00 am - Holy Eucharist, Rite I (Church)•8:15 am - Breakfast (Great Hall)•8:15 am - St. James Choir Reh. for 9 am service (Choir Room)•9:00 am - Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Church)•10:10 am - All Adult Formation Classes meet in Great Hall •10:10 am - Children and Youth (Classrooms)•10:30 am - St. James Choir Reh. for 11:15 am service (Choir Room)•11:15 am - Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Church) No Youth Group

It is good for them to be generous in / lending * and to manage their affairs with / justice.For they will never be / shaken; * the righteous will be kept in everlasting re-/membrance.

Antiphon (sung by all)

The Epistle: 1 Corinthians 2:1-12CommentaryAs Paul continued to address challenges and conflicts in the Corinthian church, he elaborated on a theme he previously introduced, the contrast between God’s wisdom and man’s wisdom. Paul used the example of his own preaching to illustrate what the wisdom of God can do as opposed to what the words that people regard as wisdom can do. Paul’s preaching centered on one message, the saving grace of God in Christ Jesus. Paul’s goal was to focus his audience on

ASSISTING IN SERVICES THIS WEEK (5 FEBRUARY)ST. MARY’S, BURGAW—The Rev. Paula Griffin; LECTORS—(9:00) Jane Hight McMurry, Jean Rogers; (11:15) Rhonda Thomas, Tennyson Wnek; PRAYERS—(9:00) Louise Rippy Lane; (11:15) Frank Tutza; USHERS—(9:00) Davis Thompson, Mark Wyatt, Billy King, David Thomas, David Mann; (11:15) John Parker, Steve Coggins, David Eggleston, Tim Ford; ACOLYTES—(9:00) William Lewis, Brad Mickle, Watson Sloan, Chris Balderson, Robbie Harley, Sarah Easley, Henrietta Griffin; Advisor—Kim Balderson; (11:15) McCain Wnek, Tenneyson Wnek, Caroline Harris, Sadie Aylesworth, Gareth Hicks,Will Hinshaw; Advisor—Clergy; 9AM CHAPEL SHEPHERDS—Danielle Goulding; Clergy: The Rev. Kitty Davis; CHALICISTS—(8:00) Dick Boisky; (9:00) Bill McKenzie, Betty Quinn, Zander Koonce, Bob Lloyd; (11:15) Ann Parker, Mollie Shiflet; ALTAR GUILD—Madeline Flagler, Susan Ingle, Charlotte Murchison, Glenda O’Neal, Fran Baker, Emmy Bullard, Diane MacAskill; CHOIR—St. James Choir; GREETERS—(9:00) Nell Graham, Frances Trask; (11:15) Jane Tatum, Doris Ruffner; MEN’S BREAKFAST—Joel Pretlow; FLOWER GUILD—Jennifer Hawfield, Jane Martin; SEXTON—Douglas Maddox

The flowers on the altar are given to the glory of God and in loving memory ofALLen CArroLL Fox, JAne And HAskeLL rHett, BunCH And Jerry Fox

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the excellence of the Savior, not the excellence of the preacher, and his point was this: the wisdom of God, which is incomprehensible to the world, is manifested in the life, death and resurrection of Christ. With the help of the Holy Spirit, every believer can attain understanding of God’s wisdom.When I came to you, brothers and sisters, I did not come proclaiming the mystery of God to you in lofty words or wis-dom. For I decided to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ, and him crucified. And I came to you in weakness and in fear and in much trembling. My speech and my proclamation were not with plausible words of wisdom, but with a demonstration of the Spirit and of power, so that your faith might rest not on human wisdom but on the power of God. Yet among the mature we do speak wisdom, though it is not a wisdom of this age or of the rulers of this age, who are doomed to perish. But we speak God’s wisdom, secret and hidden, which God decreed before the ages for our glory. None of the rulers of this age understood this; for if they had, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory. But, as it is written, “What no eye has seen, nor ear heard, nor the human heart conceived, what God has prepared for those who love him”—these things God has revealed to us through the Spirit; for the Spirit searches everything, even the depths of God. For what human being knows what is truly human except the human spirit that is within? So also no one comprehends what is truly God’s except the Spirit of God. Now we have received not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit that is from God, so that we may understand the gifts bestowed on us by God.The Word of the Lord.

People: Thanks be to God.

Sequence Hymn 414: “God, my King, thy might confessing” (sts. 1—3) Stuttgart

Celebrant: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew. People: Glory to you, Lord Christ.

The Gospel: Matthew 5:13-20Jesus said, “You are the salt of the earth; but if salt has lost its taste, how can its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything, but is thrown out and trampled under foot. “You are the light of the world. A city built on a hill cannot be hid. No one after lighting a lamp puts it under the bushel basket, but on the lampstand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven. “Do not think that I have come to abolish the law or the prophets; I have come not to abolish but to fulfill. For truly I tell you, until heaven and earth pass away, not one letter, not one stroke of a letter, will pass from the law until all is accomplished. Therefore, whoever breaks one of the least of these commandments, and teaches others to do the same, will be called least in the kingdom of heaven; but whoever does them and teaches them will be called great in the kingdom of heaven. For I tell you, unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.”

Celebrant: The Gospel of the Lord.People: Praise to you, Lord Christ.

Children will process behind the cross to Children’s Chapel (9:00 am)

Sequence Hymn 414: “God, my King, thy might confessing” (sts. 4—5) Stuttgart

Sermon “Inward Salt and Outward Light” The Rev. Ron Abrams

The Nicene Creed 358

We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen.

We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father. Through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary, and was made man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end.

We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He has spoken through the Prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrec-tion of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.

The Prayers of the People (Form IV) 388

ASSISTING IN SERVICES NEXT WEEK (12 FEBRUARY)ST. MARY’S, BURGAW—The Rev. Ron Abrams; LECTORS—(9:00) Kay Dougherty, David Dougherty; (11:15) Frances Trask, Jane Tillotson; PRAYERS FOR THE CANDIDATE—(9:00) Jane Tatum; (11:15) Tennyson Wnek; USHERS—(9:00) John Sloan, Arch Ellis, Jerry Mannen, David Sprunt, Russ Bryan; (11:15) Billy Smith, Trip Knox, Si Cantwell, Margaret Willetts, Will Mason; ACOLYTES—(9:00) Stewart Marr, Chris Zack, Kate Thompson, Anna Carlyle Spears, Mary Davis Thompson, Holland Putney, Walter Marr; Advisor—Ashley Putney; (11:15)—Millie Cowden, Houston Cowden, Jack Sloan, Lilly Chiavetta, Louise Sprunt, Stephen Chiavetta; Advisor—Florence Ellen Cowden; 9AM CHAPEL SHEPHERDS—Anne and Ford Williams; Clergy: The Rev. Tim Meyers; CHALICISTS—(8:00) Hank Phillips; (9:00) Jane Tatum, Ginny Woodruff, Ed Whitesides, Steve Thomas; (11:15) Frances Trask, Myrna Willetts; ALTAR GUILD—Sarah van Rens, Nancy Baden, Jane Saunders, Barbara Croom, Jane Lambeth, Jan Bridgers, Mollie Shiflet; CHOIR—St. James Choir; GREETERS—(9:00) Kathy Muzzey, John Muzzey; (11:15) Pat Laney, Paulette Bond; MEN’S BREAKFAST—Billy Johnston; FLOWER GUILD—; SEXTON—Wes Clewis

The Postcommunion Prayer 365Priest and PeopleEternal God, heavenly Father, you have graciously accepted us as living members of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ,and you have fed us with spiritual food in the Sacrament of his Body and Blood. Send us now into the world in peace,and grant us strength and courage to love and serve you with gladness and singleness of heart; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Blessing Hymn 637: “How firm a foundation” (sts. 1—3) Lyons

The Dismissal: 366 Let us go forth in the name of ChristPeople Thanks be to God.

Postlude

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St. James Vision StatementOur vision is for St. James Parish to be a committed, loving, supportive parish family that provides oppor-

tunity, encouragement and nourishment for all to know Christ and make Him known.

St. James Mission StatementTo invite all people to know and receive the infinite grace of God in Christ, and together grow in love of

God and neighbor through service, worship, and study.

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The Confession of Sin and Absolution 360Priest and PeopleMost merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen.PriestAlmighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all good-ness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen.

THE PEACE 360Celebrant: The Peace of the Lord be always with you.Response: And also with you.

The Holy Communion(Gluten-free wafers available at altar rail, please request)

Offertory Anthem George Elvey, arr. Thoburn

Arise, shine for thy light is come,and the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee.For behold, darkness shall cover the earth,and gross darkness the peoplebut the Lord shall arise upon thee,and his glory shall be seen upon theeAnd the gentiles shall come to thy lightAnd kings to the brightness of thy rising. Isaiah 60:1-3

Presentation Hymn: (Hymn 380, stanza 3) Old 100th

Eucharistic Prayer - C 369Celebrant The Lord be with you.People And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give him thanks and praise

Then, facing the Holy Table, the Celebrant proceeds

God of all power, Ruler of the Universe, you are worthy of glory and praise.Glory to you for ever and ever.

At your command all things came to be: the vast expanse of interstellar space, galaxies, suns, the planets in their courses, and this fragile earth, our island home.By your will they were created and have their being.

From the primal elements you brought forth the human race, and blessed us with memory, reason, and skill. You made us the rulers of creation. But we turned against you, and betrayed your trust; and we turned against one another.Have mercy, Lord, for we are sinners in your sight.

Again and again, you called us to return. Through prophets and sages you revealed your righteous Law. And in the full-ness of time you sent your only Son, born of a woman, to fulfill your Law, to open for us the way of freedom and peace.By his blood, he reconciled us. By his wounds, we are healed.

And therefore we praise you, joining with the heavenly chorus, with prophets, apostles, and martyrs, and with all those in every generation who have looked to you in hope, to proclaim with them your glory, in their unending hymn:

Sanctus (S-130) (from Deutsche Messe), Franz Schubert, arr. Proulx

The Celebrant continues, saying in the midst of the prayer:

Remembering now his work of redemption, and offering to you this sacrifice of thanksgiving,We celebrate his death and resurrection, as we await the day of his coming.

Lord God of our Fathers: God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob; God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ: Open our eyes to see your hand at work in the world about us. Deliver us from the presumption of coming to this Table for solace only, and not for strength; for pardon only, and not for renewal. Let the grace of this Holy Communion make us one body, one spirit in Christ, that we may worthily serve the world in his name.Risen Lord, be known to us in the breaking of the Bread.

The Celebrant continues, concluding with: Accept these prayers and praises, Father, through Jesus Christ our great High Priest, to whom, with you andthe Holy Spirit, your Church gives honor, glory, and worship, from generation to generation. AMEN.

And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say:

The Lord’s Prayer

The Breaking of the Bread

Fraction Anthem (S-164) (from Deutsche Messe), Franz Schubert, arr. Proulx

The Communion of the People

Music at Communion:

Hymn 479: “Glory be to Jesus” Wem in Leidenstagen

Hymn 617: “Eternal Ruler of the ceaseless round” Song 1

Hymn 593: “Lord, makes us servants of your peace” Dickson College

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The Confession of Sin and Absolution 360Priest and PeopleMost merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen.PriestAlmighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all good-ness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen.

THE PEACE 360Celebrant: The Peace of the Lord be always with you.Response: And also with you.

The Holy Communion(Gluten-free wafers available at altar rail, please request)

Offertory Anthem George Elvey, arr. Thoburn

Arise, shine for thy light is come,and the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee.For behold, darkness shall cover the earth,and gross darkness the peoplebut the Lord shall arise upon thee,and his glory shall be seen upon theeAnd the gentiles shall come to thy lightAnd kings to the brightness of thy rising. Isaiah 60:1-3

Presentation Hymn: (Hymn 380, stanza 3) Old 100th

Eucharistic Prayer - C 369Celebrant The Lord be with you.People And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give him thanks and praise

Then, facing the Holy Table, the Celebrant proceeds

God of all power, Ruler of the Universe, you are worthy of glory and praise.Glory to you for ever and ever.

At your command all things came to be: the vast expanse of interstellar space, galaxies, suns, the planets in their courses, and this fragile earth, our island home.By your will they were created and have their being.

From the primal elements you brought forth the human race, and blessed us with memory, reason, and skill. You made us the rulers of creation. But we turned against you, and betrayed your trust; and we turned against one another.Have mercy, Lord, for we are sinners in your sight.

Again and again, you called us to return. Through prophets and sages you revealed your righteous Law. And in the full-ness of time you sent your only Son, born of a woman, to fulfill your Law, to open for us the way of freedom and peace.By his blood, he reconciled us. By his wounds, we are healed.

And therefore we praise you, joining with the heavenly chorus, with prophets, apostles, and martyrs, and with all those in every generation who have looked to you in hope, to proclaim with them your glory, in their unending hymn:

Sanctus (S-130) (from Deutsche Messe), Franz Schubert, arr. Proulx

The Celebrant continues, saying in the midst of the prayer:

Remembering now his work of redemption, and offering to you this sacrifice of thanksgiving,We celebrate his death and resurrection, as we await the day of his coming.

Lord God of our Fathers: God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob; God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ: Open our eyes to see your hand at work in the world about us. Deliver us from the presumption of coming to this Table for solace only, and not for strength; for pardon only, and not for renewal. Let the grace of this Holy Communion make us one body, one spirit in Christ, that we may worthily serve the world in his name.Risen Lord, be known to us in the breaking of the Bread.

The Celebrant continues, concluding with: Accept these prayers and praises, Father, through Jesus Christ our great High Priest, to whom, with you andthe Holy Spirit, your Church gives honor, glory, and worship, from generation to generation. AMEN.

And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say:

The Lord’s Prayer

The Breaking of the Bread

Fraction Anthem (S-164) (from Deutsche Messe), Franz Schubert, arr. Proulx

The Communion of the People

Music at Communion:

Hymn 479: “Glory be to Jesus” Wem in Leidenstagen

Hymn 617: “Eternal Ruler of the ceaseless round” Song 1

Hymn 593: “Lord, makes us servants of your peace” Dickson College

ASSISTING IN SERVICES THIS WEEK (5 FEBRUARY)ST. MARY’S, BURGAW—The Rev. Paula Griffin; LECTORS—(9:00) Jane Hight McMurry, Jean Rogers; (11:15) Rhonda Thomas, Tennyson Wnek; PRAYERS—(9:00) Louise Rippy Lane; (11:15) Frank Tutza; USHERS—(9:00) Davis Thompson, Mark Wyatt, Billy King, David Thomas, David Mann; (11:15) John Parker, Steve Coggins, David Eggleston, Tim Ford; ACOLYTES—(9:00) William Lewis, Brad Mickle, Watson Sloan, Chris Balderson, Robbie Harley, Sarah Easley, Henrietta Griffin; Advisor—Kim Balderson; (11:15) McCain Wnek, Tenneyson Wnek, Caroline Harris, Sadie Aylesworth, Gareth Hicks,Will Hinshaw; Advisor—Clergy; 9AM CHAPEL SHEPHERDS—Danielle Goulding; Clergy: The Rev. Kitty Davis; CHALICISTS—(8:00) Dick Boisky; (9:00) Bill McKenzie, Betty Quinn, Zander Koonce, Bob Lloyd; (11:15) Ann Parker, Mollie Shiflet; ALTAR GUILD—Madeline Flagler, Susan Ingle, Charlotte Murchison, Glenda O’Neal, Fran Baker, Emmy Bullard, Diane MacAskill; CHOIR—St. James Choir; GREETERS—(9:00) Nell Graham, Frances Trask; (11:15) Jane Tatum, Doris Ruffner; MEN’S BREAKFAST—Joel Pretlow; FLOWER GUILD—Jennifer Hawfield, Jane Martin; SEXTON—Douglas Maddox

The flowers on the altar are given to the glory of God and in loving memory ofALLen CArroLL Fox, JAne And HAskeLL rHett, BunCH And Jerry Fox

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the excellence of the Savior, not the excellence of the preacher, and his point was this: the wisdom of God, which is incomprehensible to the world, is manifested in the life, death and resurrection of Christ. With the help of the Holy Spirit, every believer can attain understanding of God’s wisdom.When I came to you, brothers and sisters, I did not come proclaiming the mystery of God to you in lofty words or wis-dom. For I decided to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ, and him crucified. And I came to you in weakness and in fear and in much trembling. My speech and my proclamation were not with plausible words of wisdom, but with a demonstration of the Spirit and of power, so that your faith might rest not on human wisdom but on the power of God. Yet among the mature we do speak wisdom, though it is not a wisdom of this age or of the rulers of this age, who are doomed to perish. But we speak God’s wisdom, secret and hidden, which God decreed before the ages for our glory. None of the rulers of this age understood this; for if they had, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory. But, as it is written, “What no eye has seen, nor ear heard, nor the human heart conceived, what God has prepared for those who love him”—these things God has revealed to us through the Spirit; for the Spirit searches everything, even the depths of God. For what human being knows what is truly human except the human spirit that is within? So also no one comprehends what is truly God’s except the Spirit of God. Now we have received not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit that is from God, so that we may understand the gifts bestowed on us by God.The Word of the Lord.

People: Thanks be to God.

Sequence Hymn 414: “God, my King, thy might confessing” (sts. 1—3) Stuttgart

Celebrant: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew. People: Glory to you, Lord Christ.

The Gospel: Matthew 5:13-20Jesus said, “You are the salt of the earth; but if salt has lost its taste, how can its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything, but is thrown out and trampled under foot. “You are the light of the world. A city built on a hill cannot be hid. No one after lighting a lamp puts it under the bushel basket, but on the lampstand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven. “Do not think that I have come to abolish the law or the prophets; I have come not to abolish but to fulfill. For truly I tell you, until heaven and earth pass away, not one letter, not one stroke of a letter, will pass from the law until all is accomplished. Therefore, whoever breaks one of the least of these commandments, and teaches others to do the same, will be called least in the kingdom of heaven; but whoever does them and teaches them will be called great in the kingdom of heaven. For I tell you, unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.”

Celebrant: The Gospel of the Lord.People: Praise to you, Lord Christ.

Children will process behind the cross to Children’s Chapel (9:00 am)

Sequence Hymn 414: “God, my King, thy might confessing” (sts. 4—5) Stuttgart

Sermon “Inward Salt and Outward Light” The Rev. Ron Abrams

The Nicene Creed 358

We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen.

We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father. Through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary, and was made man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end.

We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He has spoken through the Prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrec-tion of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.

The Prayers of the People (Form IV) 388

ASSISTING IN SERVICES NEXT WEEK (12 FEBRUARY)ST. MARY’S, BURGAW—The Rev. Ron Abrams; LECTORS—(9:00) Kay Dougherty, David Dougherty; (11:15) Frances Trask, Jane Tillotson; PRAYERS FOR THE CANDIDATE—(9:00) Jane Tatum; (11:15) Tennyson Wnek; USHERS—(9:00) John Sloan, Arch Ellis, Jerry Mannen, David Sprunt, Russ Bryan; (11:15) Billy Smith, Trip Knox, Si Cantwell, Margaret Willetts, Will Mason; ACOLYTES—(9:00) Stewart Marr, Chris Zack, Kate Thompson, Anna Carlyle Spears, Mary Davis Thompson, Holland Putney, Walter Marr; Advisor—Ashley Putney; (11:15)—Millie Cowden, Houston Cowden, Jack Sloan, Lilly Chiavetta, Louise Sprunt, Stephen Chiavetta; Advisor—Florence Ellen Cowden; 9AM CHAPEL SHEPHERDS—Anne and Ford Williams; Clergy: The Rev. Tim Meyers; CHALICISTS—(8:00) Hank Phillips; (9:00) Jane Tatum, Ginny Woodruff, Ed Whitesides, Steve Thomas; (11:15) Frances Trask, Myrna Willetts; ALTAR GUILD—Sarah van Rens, Nancy Baden, Jane Saunders, Barbara Croom, Jane Lambeth, Jan Bridgers, Mollie Shiflet; CHOIR—St. James Choir; GREETERS—(9:00) Kathy Muzzey, John Muzzey; (11:15) Pat Laney, Paulette Bond; MEN’S BREAKFAST—Billy Johnston; FLOWER GUILD—; SEXTON—Wes Clewis

The Postcommunion Prayer 365Priest and PeopleEternal God, heavenly Father, you have graciously accepted us as living members of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ,and you have fed us with spiritual food in the Sacrament of his Body and Blood. Send us now into the world in peace,and grant us strength and courage to love and serve you with gladness and singleness of heart; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Blessing Hymn 637: “How firm a foundation” (sts. 1—3) Lyons

The Dismissal: 366 Let us go forth in the name of ChristPeople Thanks be to God.

Postlude

sT. Ja m e s Pa r i s h 25 South Third Street • Wilmington, NC 28401 • (910) 763-1628Website: www.stjamesp.org Email address: parish@stjamesp.org

St. James Vision StatementOur vision is for St. James Parish to be a committed, loving, supportive parish family that provides oppor-

tunity, encouragement and nourishment for all to know Christ and make Him known.

St. James Mission StatementTo invite all people to know and receive the infinite grace of God in Christ, and together grow in love of

God and neighbor through service, worship, and study.

The Collect of the Day (Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany)Set us free, O God, from the bondage of our sins, and give us the liberty of that abundant life which you have made known to us in your Son our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

The Lessons The First Reading: Isaiah 58:1-9a

CommentaryThis is not the first time that God, through His prophet Isaiah, pointed out the futility of Israel simply adhering to a system of worship without changing attitudes and conduct. The people were practicing religious ritual to try to manipulate God into blessing them. They may have been bowing their heads, but they were not bowing their hearts. However, if His people changed their focus, putting God and the needs of others before self-interest, the Lord promised He would hear their prayers and they would enjoy His presence. Are there times that you bow your head but not your heart before the Lord?Shout out, do not hold back! Lift up your voice like a trumpet! Announce to my people their rebellion, to the house of Jacob their sins. Yet day after day they seek me and delight to know my ways, as if they were a nation that practiced righteousness and did not forsake the ordinance of their God; they ask of me righteous judgments, they delight to draw near to God. “Why do we fast, but you do not see? Why humble ourselves, but you do not notice?” Look, you serve your own interest on your fast day, and oppress all your workers. Look, you fast only to quarrel and to fight and to strike with a wicked fist. Such fasting as you do today will not make your voice heard on high. Is such the fast that I choose, a day to humble oneself? Is it to bow down the head like a bulrush, and to lie in sackcloth and ashes? Will you call this a fast, a day acceptable to the Lord? Is not this the fast that I choose: to loose the bonds of injustice, to undo the thongs of the yoke, to let the oppressed go free, and to break every yoke? Is it not to share your bread with the hungry, and bring the homeless poor into your house; when you see the naked, to cover them, and not to hide yourself from your own kin? Then your light shall break forth like the dawn, and your healing shall spring up quickly; your vindica-tor shall go before you, the glory of the Lord shall be your rear guard. Then you shall call, and the Lord will answer; you shall cry for help, and he will say, Here I am.

The Word of the Lord.People: Thanks be to God.

P a r i s h N o T e sWelcome to all visiting St. James today. Please fill out a visitor card and place it in an alms basin during the Offertory. All baptized Christians are welcomed to receive communion at the altar of the Episcopal Church.

Today: Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany

NexT suNday aT sT. James Parish:

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Psalm 112:1-6 (11:15 am)

Hallelujah!Happy are they who fear the / Lord * and have great delight in his com-/mandments!Their descendants will be mighty in the / land; * the generation of the upright will be / blessed.

Antiphon (sung by all)

Wealth and riches will be in their / house, * and their righteousness will last for / ever.Light shines in the darkness for the / upright; * the righteous are merciful and full of com-/passion. See the calendar on the website www.stjamesp.org or Chuch Life app for events schedule for this week.

February 12, 2017 Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany

•8:00 am - Holy Eucharist, Rite I (Church)•8:15 am - Breakfast (Great Hall)•8:15 am - St. James Choir Reh. for 9 am service (Choir Room)•9:00 am - Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Church) Baptism: Elizabeth “Eliza” Paxton Goulding•10:10 am - Sharing the Journey (Stephen Ministry Room) •10:10 am - Children and Youth (Classrooms)•10:10 am - Bible Lite (Green Room)•10:10 am - The Disciples (Lippitt Room)•10:10 am - Wright Path (Bishop Wright Rom)•10:30 am - St. James Choir Reh. for 11:15 am service (Choir Room)•11:15 am - Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Church)•5:00 pm - Youth Group (Youth Room)•7:30 pm - Voice Recital (Church)

COPYRIGHTS: The New Revised Standard Version (NRSV), copyright 1989, 1995 by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved; The Book of Common Prayer is in the public domain. St. James Parish holds CCLI Licenses #11051308 and #1407118; and Onelicense.net License # A-718078.

•8:00 am - Holy Eucharist, Rite I (Church)•8:15 am - Breakfast (Great Hall)•8:15 am - St. James Choir Reh. for 9 am service (Choir Room)•9:00 am - Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Church)•10:10 am - All Adult Formation Classes meet in Great Hall •10:10 am - Children and Youth (Classrooms)•10:30 am - St. James Choir Reh. for 11:15 am service (Choir Room)•11:15 am - Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Church) No Youth Group

It is good for them to be generous in / lending * and to manage their affairs with / justice.For they will never be / shaken; * the righteous will be kept in everlasting re-/membrance.

Antiphon (sung by all)

The Epistle: 1 Corinthians 2:1-12CommentaryAs Paul continued to address challenges and conflicts in the Corinthian church, he elaborated on a theme he previously introduced, the contrast between God’s wisdom and man’s wisdom. Paul used the example of his own preaching to illustrate what the wisdom of God can do as opposed to what the words that people regard as wisdom can do. Paul’s preaching centered on one message, the saving grace of God in Christ Jesus. Paul’s goal was to focus his audience on

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GRAPEVINEST. JAMES PARISH • WILMINGTON, NC

WEEK OF FEBRUARY 5, 2017

ALL OF GOD'S PEOPLE NEED REST"This is what the LORD has commanded: ‘Tomorrow is a day of solemn rest, a holy Sabbath to the LORD." (Exodus 16:23)

I had a parishioner tell me the other day that she had called the parish to leave me a voicemail, followed by an email about an upcoming class on Friday. When she and I finally connected, she told me that she forgot that I am off on Fridays and that I don’t check my email on Fridays. She apologized for trying to get in touch with me when I was away from the church. I told her that she didn’t have to apologize because I turn off my email on my laptop and phone on Thursday evenings. She said, "Wow, those are some good boundaries."

This conversation made me think about the times we set aside for ourselves for rest and Sabbath. We talk about the importance of rest and downtime but, let’s be honest, our lives provide us with only a little bit of room for Sabbath. We are extremely busy. No matter what age we are and what we have going in our lives, we are constantly on the go and don’t necessarily think about slowing down for some genuine rest. Cookie Cantwell and I both taught formation classes last Sunday where everyone in our groups talked about how busy they are, how much competition there is for our time and attention, and sometimes how difficult it is to get to church. The bottom line is that we are active, busy, and engaged with a world that sometimes won’t let us slow down, and that’s why God knew we needed time off and rest. God gave us the Sabbath to disconnect from the world and reconnect with it when we have given ourselves a break and rested from all of the hectic demands of life.

God gave us the Sabbath and rest from not only the busyness in our lives but to recharge and revaluate what is happening in our relationship with God and our neighbors. If our work and busyness define who we are, we won’t have much of an identity when it comes to our faith because God wants us to have rest and time away from the hectic demands of life. As an ordained person, as well as a former lay youth minister, I knew that I had to intentionally create time away from my work. Otherwise it would consume me and I would not have any room for God or others. Without rest, I would not be able to slow down, take some time for myself, and recharge so I would be able to honestly be recharged for my work and ministries as a husband, father, and priest. We all need to create time for ourselves to rest, recharge, and find ways to be the Sabbath people that God has called us to be.

During the month of February and before Lent (which starts on Ash Wednesday, March 1), I would encourage you to re-evaluate how you take care of yourselves. Provide space for rest and a recharge. Maybe you can start carving some time out of your schedules to disconnect from technology, read a book, pray, take a walk, or just be still. God wants all of us to have rest in our lives, but we have to be willing to push our busyness aside and say, "It can wait. I need a break." We may not succeed in creating space for rest and Sabbath all of the time, but you know the old saying, "The start of any journey, (including the one towards authentic rest and Sabbath) begins with the first step." What’s stopping you from taking that first step today?

THE REV. TIM MEYERS

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CONDOLENCES TO:The family and friends

of Mary Janet Durham Drummond

IN OUR PRAYERS:Cornelia Doss

Deborah Gille

BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS A special thank you to Bob Godley, Mt. Lebanon Chapel Committee Chairman, and the many unsung heroes and members of the Mt. Lebanon Chapel Mow and Blow Teams who came out for a special work day on Saturday, January 21, 2017. Without the help of the many parishioners who willingly give their time, the Mt. Lebanon Chapel grounds could not be maintained without incurring a large financial cost to the Parish. The volunteers not only operate on a bi-weekly schedule during the summer season, but provide much needed year-round landscape maintenance to the grounds all year long. The congregation thanks you all.

INTERFAITH REFUGEE MINISTRIESThe Outreach Committee is considering sponsoring another family through Interfaith Refugee Ministries - Wilmington and needs to know if we have enough volunteers. The time commitment is significantly less than in past years, and a range of volunteer tasks from cooking a welcome meal to taking the family to appointments in town is available. Contact Derrick Miller (derrick.r.miller@gmail.com), if you are interested or have questions.

KEEP IN TOUCH WHEN YOU MOVEIf you have moved or are soon planning to, please notify the Parish Office of your address change.

The office occasionally receives mail that is returned due to an outdated address. If the office determines you cannot be located, mailings may be discontinued until you contact us. Please keep us up to date on your moves! Contact Suzanne Adams at Coordinator@stjamesp.org to update your information.

ST. JAMES UPDATESLITTLE SINGERS AT ST. JAMES!Do you have a young singer, age 4-7? Please consider bringing your young one to our "Little Singers of St. James" singing sessions, held weekly in the Children's Chapel, where we play singing-based games. Our singing sessions are held on Thursdays from 4:40 pm to 5:50 pm. (Day care is available)

Please contact John Sullivan for information. (910-763-1628; music@stjamesp.org)

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CHILDREN’S CHRISTIAN FORMATIONTHIS WEEK: FEBRUARY 5 | 10:10AM | EPIPHANY 5

K - 3RD: Will experience Jesus' teaching about being light in the world and discover the importance of expressing Jesus' love.

TWEENS: Will wrestle with Jesus’ teaching about being salt and light and decide how to respond.

YOUTH: Will search for ways they can act on Jesus' challenge to be like salt and light in the world.

HIGH SCHOOL: Discuss what salt represents and what Jesus would think of Gandhi’s actions.

ADULT CHRISTIAN FORMATIONTHIS WEEK: FEBRUARY 5 | 10:10AM

WRIGHT PATH: Meeting in the Great Hall at 10:10AM. Outreach Sunday Forum (All Adult Classes Together.)

BIBLE LITE: Meeting in the Great Hall at 10:10AM. Outreach Sunday Forum (All Adult Classes Together.)

SHARING THE JOURNEY: Meeting in the Great Hall at 10:10AM. Outreach Sunday Forum (All Adult Classes Together.)

THE DISCIPLES: Meeting in the Great Hall at 10:10AM Outreach Sunday Forum (All Adult Classes Together.)

CHRISTIAN FORMATION

UPCOMING AT ST. JAMESEFM - EDUCATION FOR MINISTRYTUESDAY | 9:00AM - 12:00PM | GRAHAM PARLOR

We pray and discuss readings from the Bible, church history, and theology. We also explore and deepen our beliefs. For additional information or registration contact: Rachel Pace 910.350.0248 or rppace@hotmail.com.

ST. JAMES ADULT CLASS: "PRAYING SHAPES BELIEVING"TUESDAYS, JANUARY 31 - APRIL 4 | 5:30 - 7:00PM | BISHOP WRIGHT ROOM

This 9-week course, led by lay and clergy leaders, is designed for adults who are new to St. James or the Episcopal Church, want a refresher about the Episcopal Church, and those preparing for Confirmation, Reception, or Reaffirmation in the spring has commenced. The course is now full! Thanks to everyone who signed up and continue their ministry education with us weekly.

MORNING PRAYERMONDAY - FRIDAY | 8:00AM | CHAPEL

This brief service includes daily readings from Scripture as well as prayers, with special intention for St. James. On Tuesdays, we will begin with a half hour of Centering Prayer (time spent in silence) at 7:30 AM. Morning Prayer resumed on Tuesday, January 31. For more information, contact the Rev. Jay Sidebotham (jay@stjamesp.org). Come once in a while or every day. All are welcome!

MONDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDYMONDAYS, JANUARY 9 - FEBRUARY 13 | 7:00 - 8:30PM | FEB 6 - JAMES' HOME

"Acts of the Apostles"

We will continue our study of the Acts of the Apostles by Luke. We will begin with the ministry of the seven chosen to spread the Gospel. We will consider the early decisions in the Apostolic Age that have affected our understanding of the Gospel. For questions please contact Tim Meyers at tim@stjamesp.org.

TUESDAY EVENING BIBLE STUDYTUESDAYS, JANUARY 31 - FEBRUARY 21 | 7:15 - 8:15PM | GRAHAM PARLOR

"The Sermon on the Mount"

As we read the Gospel of Matthew this year in church, the Tuesday night Bible study will take a look at the Sermon on the Mount (Chapter 5-7). Over a series of weeks, we will read and discuss the sermon, several verses at a time, and explore its meaning for our own lives. The sermon is powerful preaching, which has shaped the lives and ministries of folks like Leo Tolstoy, Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King, Jr. Come and find out what it has to say to you. Led by Jay Sidebotham (and occasionally others). Come for each session or once in a while. All are welcome!

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RECTOR'S ROUNDTABLEFEBRUARY 14 | 5:30PM | TATUM PARLOR

The Rector’s Roundtable is an opportunity for parishioners to discuss various current topics with the Rector. Subjects range from the news and events in the Anglican Communion to the ministries of St. James, and from national and local news. This hour-long roundtable is a great opportunity to ask questions in an informal, conversational format.

WONDERFUL WEDNESDAY WOMENWEDNESDAYS, MARCH 8 - APRIL 5 | 10:30AM - 12:00PM | GRAHAM PARLOR

The Women of St. James Lenten Book Study will meet on Wednesday mornings. The group reads a book that addresses various spiritual issues followed by discussion. The discussions are lively, insightful and open to all women. The book choice has not been determined, but the selection will be included in the Grapevine and social media. If you have any questions, contact Kitty Davis (kittydavis@bellsouth.net) or Barbara Whitesides (whiteside6@me.com)

ST. ANNE'S GUILD LENTEN SERIESMONDAYS, MARCH 6 - APRIL 3 | 11A | LIPPITT ROOM 

All members of the parish are invited to attend a series of five weekly programs hosted by the St. Anne's Guild. Due to the popularity of last year's program on 20th Century Anglican Saints, the program will focus on a new group of saints from the same century. Led by the clergy, each week we will look at the lives and ministries of modern-day saints and their impact on the church. Lunch will be provided by members of the Guild following each meeting. Come for one session or all of them. For more information, contact Janet Ward at janetwrd@aol.com.

GRAPEVINE SCHEDULE UPDATETo have your article featured in the Feb. 12 Grapevine, please e-mail your material to communications@stjamesp.org by Feb 6, 10am. Please note that the editing staff reserves the right to edit your piece for content clarity, length, and format.

It’s registration time at St. James Day School

Like to color, paint, and swing? Look no further!

It’s time to register for the 2017-2018 school year.

Register online at bit.ly/dayschool2017

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GUARDIAN ANGEL 2017MARCH 1 - APRIL 2, 2017

As our new year begins, the adults of St. James are invited to participate in one of the most meaningful experiences within our Youth Program. As a "Guardian Angel," you will be assigned one youth who is in the 6th – 12th grade. Beginning on Ash Wednesday, March 1, you will pray for "your" young person daily and send him/her notes of encouragement and support. At the Guardian Angel Luncheon, April 2, your identity will be revealed and you and your special young person will have some time together. Contact Cookie Cantwell at cookie@stjamesp.org or Jane Rippy at janerippy@yahoo.com to participate.

GLORY RIDGE 2017 REGISTRATIONThis amazing Outreach Opportunity, June 11-17 for our young people is a unique and outstanding experience. Thirty-five people have already registered and are meeting the requirements that challenge our youth to be active in service, outreach, worship, and the Christian community! Questions? Please contact Cookie at cookie@stjamesp.org.

ALASKA WILDERNESS MISSIONEXPERIENCE 2017JUNE 22 - JULY 1, 2017 | 7 SPACES REMAINING | DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS MARCH 1

Register now for this amazing experience in The Last Frontier: Alaska! Early registration is important so excursions can be arranged for working with Iditarod Sled Dogs, cruising through Prince William Sound to calving glaciers and Alaskan wildlife (sea otters, whales, walruses, etc.). We also go to Denali National Park (Denali, Grizzly Bears, Dall Sheep, Moose, Caribou, etc.). We will also serve the people of Wasilla, Alaska, as we improve their living conditions and their food gardens. At St. David’s Episcopal Church, we cut & split an abundance of firewood to provide warmth in the cold winter months. (Last week in Wasilla it was -31 degrees!)

Questions or further information: Contact Cookie at cookie@stjamesp.org

SUPER BOWL SUNDAYSUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5

Enjoy your Brunswick Stew (proceeds go to St. James Youth Ministries Outreach) while you watch the Super Bowl with your family and/or your friends! No Youth Group on Super Bowl Sunday.

"PRAYERS & PASTA"MONDAY, FEBRUARY 6 | 6:30PM | GWATHMEY'S HOME

All 9th – 12 graders are invited and encouraged to join us for this special time of sharing and insights! Great pasta, wonderful friends, meaningful conversations and an incredible Christian community of people!

HAPPENING #69 TEAM MEETINGSATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11 | 10:00AM - 4:00PM | ST. MARY'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH, KINSTON

All Happeners who have registered to serve on the team for Happening #69 must attend this important meeting! We will be putting the pieces together for the Happening #69 weekend and creating an environment of friendship, love, and service.

Questions? Contact Cookie at cookie@stjamesp.org.

HAPPENING #69 CANDIDATE REGISTRATION DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 7

Contact Cookie for a Happening #69 Candidate Registration Form by emailing cookie@stjamesp.org.

YOUTH ADVISORS' GATHERING WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8 | 6:30 PM | 645 VILLAGE PARK DR. UNIT 102 | BRENDA WOLFF'S HOME

Bring your calendars, your ideas & suggestions and your favorite "covered dish" to this gathering of youth advisors & parents! Anyone who is interested in accompanying our young people on their journey of faith is welcome to join this terrific group! More information: Contact Cookie at cookie@stjamesp.org.

YOUTH MINISTRIES

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PYE 2017: Humble Yourself A Service Learning Opportunity for

Province IV Middle and High School Students

Humble yourself under God’s mighty hand, that God may lift you up in due time.

1 Peter 5:6

WHAT? Province IV has a great history and tradition of assisting its own when disaster strikes. This year we will assist with the continued clean up and aftermath from Hurricane Matthew in Lumberton, NC. During our three days together, we will immerse ourselves in the rich culture of the Lumbee Indians who call Robeson, Hoke, Cumberland and Scotland Counties in NC their home. Our work will consist of repair to homes and communities that were flooded during and following Hurricane Matthew, as well as nurturing relationships we make along the way.

WHEN? July 25-28, 2017. On July 25 Registration will begin at 3:00 p.m. Please plan to arrive no later than 5:00 p.m., Friday, July 28, will be a “travel day” to your home.

WHERE? Lumberton, NC

WHO? Middle and High school students (those who will complete 6 through 12 grade at the end of the 2017 school year) and the adults who accompany these young people on their journey of faith.

COST? $150 per person (includes meals during the event, lodging, activities and supplies). If your group is driving, we may ask your group to bring tools or coolers). Please make the check payable to PROVINCE IV YOUTH MINISTRIES. Limited scholarship money is available, if there is financial hardship, please email Cookie Cantwell at Cookie@stjamesp.org.

This event is partially funded by Province IV.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION? Registrations will be accepted through The Diocese of East Carolina or through Cookie Cantwell, Cookie@stjamesp.org. In addition, some participants may be coming from Lift Every Voice. Transportation from Lift Every Voice to PYE will be arranged through the Diocese of NC. If you will be coming to PYE from Lift Every Voice, please make sure to indicate that on your registration form.

Registration Deadline: March 17, 2016 After this date, registration will be based on any remaining available space. Send all forms and checks together as a Diocese (checks made out to Province IV Youth Ministries to):

PYE 2017 PYE Coordinator: Amy Campbell, PYE Coordinator * 3508 Langdale Drive * High Point, NC 27265 Diocese of North Carolina (336-410-1039) amy.campbell@episcodionc.org

Province IV Youth Ministries Coordinator: Cookie Cantwell (office - 910-763-1628) or (email) cookie@stjamessp.org

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ST. JAMES IN THE KNOW

DOES YOUR COMMITTEE HAVE AN ARTICLE FOR THE GRAPEVINE?To be featured in the February 12 Grapevine, please submit your article to communications@stjamesp.org. Articles submitted will appear in two (2) consecutive editions of the Grapevine. Any additional appearance of articles needs to be coordinated with the Director of Communications. The editing staff reserves the right to edit your piece for content, clarity, length, and format. *Please note that the deadline for submissions is February 6 by 10:00AM.

BETWEEN SUNDAYS BLOGBe sure to read this week's blog by The Rev. Chris Hamby by visiting medium.com/st-james-parish.

KEEPIN' US CONNECTEDDid you know that St. James Parish has a Facebook page? Like us on Facebook to stay up to date with all St. James Parish news at facebook.com/stjamesp

FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM!The St. James Day School and St. James Youth Group are now on Instagram! Stay in touch with all the fun by following:

@St.JamesDaySchool_wilm

@YouthStJames

SCHEDULING MEETINGS AND EVENTS AT ST. JAMESPlease be sure to add all meetings and events to the calendar as soon as possible. There are many groups and events at St. James, so we want to avoid schedule conflicts and double-bookings! It is also important for us to be aware of all events taking place in our facilities.

When submitting an event, please include the following information:

• Name of event (please be specific!)• Event description• Date of event• Start and end times• Time required for set up and/or take down• Room to be reserved• Resources needed (tables, chairs, video equipment, etc.)• Point of contact name and phone number/email

There is an Event Request Form available on the website (on the homepage, under the Parish Life tab, then select Events). For additional assistance, contact Don Barlow at don@stjamesp.org.

STAY CONNECTED

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THE WEEK AT ST. JAMES

FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANYSUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5

CREATIVITY CORNER

Color the picture of the children at Sunday School!

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 6Morning Prayer8:00 - 8:30AM | Church

Day School Chapel9:15 - 10:00AM | Children's Chapel

Monday Evening Bible Study7:00 - 8:30PM | Topsy James' Home

AA Meeting7:30 - 9:00PM | Lippitt Room

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 7Tuesday Morning Men's Bible Study7:15 - 8:00AM | Great Hall

Contemplative Prayer7:30 - 9:00AM | Church

Morning Prayer8:00 - 8:30AM | Church

Clergy Weekly Meeting9:00 - 10:00AM | Ron's Office

EFM9:00 - 11:30AM | Stephen Ministry Room

Support Staff Meeting 10:00 - 11:00AM | Tatum Parlor

Worship Committee Mtg4:30 - 5:30PM | Tatum Parlor

Mt. Lebanon Chapel Committee Mtg5:00 - 6:00PM | Graham Parlor

Praying Shapes Believing 5:30 - 7:00PM | Bishop Wright Room

Tuesday Evening Bible Study7:15 - 8:15PM | Graham Parlor

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8Youth Bible Study7:00AM | Port City Java

Morning Prayer8:00 - 8:30AM | Church

Wednesday Eucharist12:10 - 12:45PM | Church

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9Morning Prayer8:00 - 8:30AM | ChurchSt. Cecilia Choir Rehearsal4:00 - 4:45PM | Choir RoomLumina Choir Rehearsal4:40 - 5:10PM | Children's ChapelChoir Rehearsal7:00 - 8:30PM | Choir Room

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10Morning Prayer8:00 - 8:30AM | Church

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11Al Anon8:00 - 9:30AM | Bishop Wright Room

Happening #69 Team Meeting10:00 - 4:00PM | Offsite

ST. JAMES PARISH• ESTABLISHED 1729 •

STAFF: Rector The Rev. Ronald G. Abrams | Associate Rector The Rev. Jay Sidebotham | Assistant Rector The Rev. Timothy M. Meyers | Assistant Rector The Rev. Chris Hamby | Deacon The Rev. Catherine W. Davis | Organist/Choirmaster John Sullivan | Facilities Administrator Don Barlow | Office/Financial Administrator Jan Hincke | Parish Coordinator Suzanne Adams | Parish Administrative Assistant Suzanne Murphy | Communications Director Philip Clark | Youth Ministries Cookie Cantwell | Christian Formation Assistant Devyn Doyle | Registrar Gorda Singletary | Day School Director Stephanie Burney | Sextons Wes Clewis, Douglas Maddox

VESTRY: Senior Warden Steve Thomas | Junior Warden Steve Coggins | Administration/Finance Steve Coggins| Building/Grounds Lin Spears | Christian Formation Frances Wells | Communications Allen Trask | Evangelism Cindy Popajohn | Outreach Bill Clark | Parish Life/Hospitality Dawn Carter | Pastoral Care Kim Balderson | Stewardship David Brownlow | Spiritual Growth Louise Sloan | Worship Steve Thomas | Youth/20/30's Mike Brown | Clerk Diane Macaskill | Treasurer David Sprunt

Visit us online: www.stjamesp.orgFacebook: www.facebook.com/stjamesp

Between Sundays blog: stjamesclergy.wordpress.com

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25 S. Third Street Wilmington, NC 28401