3 Epiphany Psalm 27:1, 5–13; Isaiah 9:1–4; 1 Corinthians 1:10–18; Matthew 4:12–23 Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching in their synagogues and proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and curing every disease and every sickness among the people.  Matthew 4:23 As I have reflected with you over these last weeks about the direction of our …

Dear Members and Friends of St. James, As the weather outside my study’s window takes on the appearance of winter, several thoughts of importance to our common life come to mind: Because the winter season always brings an increase in contagious illnesses, e.g. the common cold, you are reminded that, should you feel ill, please …

2 Epiphany Psalm 49:1–12; Isaiah 49:1–7; I Corinthians 1:1–9; John 1:29–42 [Andrew] first found his brother Simon and said to him, ‘We have found the Messiah’ … John 1:41 On Friday, 6 January 2023, we celebrated the Feast of the Epiphany.  By today’s standards of almost instantaneous 24-hour news cycle, that is old news.  Indeed, …

Dear Members and Friends of St. James, I use this occasion to bring to your attention two “business” matters.  The first, announced at Eucharist, is that the next vestry meeting of the parish is scheduled for Sunday, 22 January, in St. Francis Hall, immediately following the 10:00 a.m. Eucharist.  Concerns or recommendations may be given …