St. James’ Photo Galleries
Here are some of the things St. James’ has been up to lately!
Worship and Servers
Many hands make for great worship! Here are some of the scenes from behind the scenes and in the sanctuary.
Want to help make worship meaningful? Volunteers for Music, Flower Guild, Altar Guild, Acolytes, Readers, Ushers, and Lay Eucharistic Ministers are always needed. No experience necessary! Contact the parish office, office@stjamespotomac.org.
Fellowship
The Fellowship Commission works in partnership with other parish committees and commissions to coordinate parish activities that build a loving, supportive, and fun community at St. James’. Members also assist in greeting newcomers.
The joy of fellowship fuels the work of the church! To learn more, contact the parish office, office@stjamespotomac.org.
Trunk or Treat 2025
St. James’ invited the neighborhood to trick or treat from our festive trunks! We also collected donations for Manna Food Center.
Action in Montgomery Participation
St. James’ shared three booths with other Episcopal churches from our area to welcome families at the Rockville Town Square Pride event.
Rockville Pride 2025, June 1
St. James’ shared three booths with other Episcopal churches from our area to welcome families at the Rockville Town Square Pride event.
St. James' Memorial Garden and Grounds
Thanks to the loving care of garden volunteers, the St. James’ Memorial Garden and grounds are home to many Maryland native plants, birds, and polinators.
Care for Creation Projects
St. James’ Care for Creation (CfC) team is committed to promoting respectful care for God’s creation, particularly through working toward climate justice.
Recent projects include installing solar panels on the parish hall roof, planting native plants and removing invasive species from our parish grounds, and providing opportunities for education through an annual formation series, parish workdays, and other green initiatives.
The CfC team participates in ongoing advocacy in support of climate justice initiatives with Action in Montgomery, Interfaith Power and Light, and Interfaith Partners for the Chesapeake. We welcome all who are interested in this work! The committee meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 10:00 a.m. via Zoom. If you would like to learn more about this ministry or attend a meeting, contact Rev. Catherine, catherine@stjamespotomac.org.
Mental Health Ministry and Nature Walks
Members of St. James’ and their active pets have been walking and talking together since October, 2022, at the C&O Canal Towpath and other area parks, usually about once each month. These events are organized by the St. James’ Mental Health Ministry. All are welcome to join the walks with leashed pets!
Parish Retreat May 30-June 1, 2025, Claggett Center
“Taking our Rest, Finding our Hope” parish retreat at the beautiful Claggett Center in Adamstown, Maryland.