St James Episcopal Church

  Church:           479 L St Lincoln, CA

Office/Mail:   490 K St. Lincoln, CA 95648

Telephone:     (916) 645-1739

Mission Statement

  

 

The congregation of St James Church is a caring Christian community serving    Christ through worship, fellowship, outreach, and education.  The ministries              of St James Church are committed to these attributes with the guidance of the       Holy Spirit 

To this end:

Food, clothing, and humanitarian assistance is provided for the  needy within the community.  This is an ongoing program supported through congregation food donations, and the Vicar's discretionary fund.

 

Church facilities are available for AA meetings, and space is made available  for two Lincoln area precincts to vote on election day. We serve the people of Lincoln spiritually at times of crisis and those in need of a safe place to enter, rest, and pray.

 

Church membership supports  Mission efforts in Haiti with food health care and Christian education of needy children.

 

Alpha - A series of 10 video presentations by Nicky Gumbel, followed by a period of open discussion is provided.  The course covers the basic beliefs of the Christian faith, including ... Who is Jesus?  Why did he die?  How can I be sure of my faith?  Why and how should I read the Bible?  Call for more information on schedule and course content.

Sunday sermons based upon scheduled Lectionary is presented with easy to understand dialog by a Vicar who has personally visited most of the biblical sites, has the unique ability to transport you to the heart of the story.  Tuesday and Wednesday well attended Bible Studies are presented in much the same way.

 

Dinners of eight.  Monthly, groups of eight church members join in fellowship in the home of a host for dinner and lively conversation.  What better way to become better acquainted with your brothers and sisters?  Sign up is in the parish hall.

Coffee Socials follow each of the services.  Periodic events such as Pot Luck dinners, Ice Cream Socials, High Tea, BBQ Picnic, Luau with entertainment are all part of the strong spiritual fellowship enjoyed by the members of St. James.

 

St James Church is an active member of the Lincoln Chamber of commerce, community involvement, and community outreach assistance with utilities, food, rent, and clothing.  Our Vicar regularly attends Rotary and City Council meetings.

The Red Shoe program in 2008 provided $50 gift certificates to 50 needy children to assist with back to school clothing.  Substantial assistance has been provided to local families and individuals at major holidays.

 

In 2007, St. James provided $1,000 scholarships to each of five graduating Lincoln High School Students.

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