PARISH NEWS - 4 February 2026

SERVICES AND GATHERINGS THIS WEEK

SUNDAY, February 8^th – 10:00am – Fifth Sunday After the Epiphany

If you are unable to attend worship in person, the service is live streamed. For links to the service and the order of service please visit St. James at: stjamesdundas.ca or the St. James Facebook page.

The church office is open this week Tuesday - Friday 10am - 2pm

St. James Mission Statement

“To know Jesus and share Love through prayer, story, and service”

NOMINATIONS BEING ACCEPTED NOW!

 The “Jill Award” is an award given annually to a volunteer who exemplifies the spirit volunteerism at St James Church, particularly those who encourage the next generation of volunteers. The qualities in such a volunteer would include accountability, inclusivity, a passion for helping others, dependability, and commitment. Nominations are open until February 8th. The Jill Award will be presented at the annual vestry meeting of St James Church. This completed form should be submitted directly to the Rector or one of the Wardens via email or hardcopy.

Over the years, the Jill Award has honoured volunteers whose dedication and spirit have helped shape the life of St. James and inspire others to serve. Past recipients include Terese Herron; Sandy MacIntosh and Heather Bancroft; Lynn Dykeman; Carleon Hardie; and Miriam Reed. Each of these individuals has embodied the values at the heart of the Jill Award—commitment, inclusivity, dependability, and a genuine passion for encouraging volunteerism within our church community.

 LAST CALL!

Dave Archbell’s 2026 Calendars

Dave Archbell’s amazing bird calendars for 2026

are available at church. Cost $25.  The proceeds for these beautiful works of art go towards the Jean Archbell Memorial Fund – which helps support newcomers.  

Vestry Reports

It’s that time of year for ministry leaders and committee chairs to submit their Vestry reports. Please do so at your earliest convenience, and no later than February 10th.Late entries will not be entered in the report. 

The Creation Stories of Science, the Church, and the Future of the Planet

 Feb 1st, 8th, and 15th

A three-part conversation series with parishioner, David Brown, that seeks to explore how science and the church each tell stories of creation—not as rivals, but as partners in wonder.  Together, we’ll look back at our origins in order to imagine faithful, hopeful ways of living into the future.

Get a beverage and meet in the parlour following worship. Snacks provided.

Please see the attached reading material for each of the three sessions 

Interim Music Ministry at St. James

Over the last number of weeks St. James has been blessed with the musical talents of Siobhan Kerr and Simon Irving to see us through the Advent - Christmas Season.  We are grateful for their ministry among us.  

For the next couple of months we are again blessed with the sharing of various musical talents.  Some have expressed interest in who will be joining St. James. 

Jan 18 - Feb 8          Dylex Suan

Feb 15 - Feb 22       Michael Kelemen  

Mar 1 - Apr 5           Infinitely More (Gerald Flemming & Allison Lynn)

Bake Sale: Date Change

The Bake Sale has been moved to February 8th.

Anyone wishing to donate baked goods is welcome to,

please contact Terese.  Thanks for your support!

Call Out for volunteers for the Pancake Supper,

we need your help to make this a success!!

Sign-up sheets are in the narthex for volunteering at the Pancake Supper, several positions are available: pancake chefs 3 to 6 pm, set-up 3 pm, servers 5 to 7 pm, clean-up (washing and drying dishes, putting food away general clean-up) 5:30 to 7:30 pm, wiping tables and putting away tables and chairs in the Dundas Room 7 pm. For bakers also needed are squares and cookies for dessert. If you have questions please speak to Jill or Terese.

Messy Church Volunteers Needed!

Please speak with Leslie if you can help with set up, take down, kitchen prep, wash up, or oversight of one of the children’s ministry stations.  The only requirement is a willingness to have fun and fellowship in the process!  The commitment is once per month.

Peace by Chocolate Product Recall

There has been a product recall by Peace by Chocolate, this is a voluntary and precautionary recall by the company in response to pistachios and pistachio-containing products that have been linked to salmonella outbreaks.

The only product we have sold that potentially could be affected is the box of 15 chocolates, the classic assorted box. If you purchased and still have this box of chocolates you can return them to the church office or bring on a Sunday and we will provide a refund. None of the chocolates in this box contain pistachios; this is purely precautionary due to potential of cross contamination.

If you have questions or concerns please speak to Terese

 St James Offering Envelopes

Offering envelopes are now available for pick up in the Narthex. Please pick yours up on Sunday or during office hours. Thank you!

Monday Afternoon Games

First and third Monday of the month from 1:30-4pm, in the Parlour. Everyone is invited to participate, ladies or gentlemen.  Any questions, please speak with Jill.

 St James Offering Envelopes

Offering envelopes are now available for pick up in the Narthex. Please pick yours up on Sunday or during office hours. Thank you!

Tuesday Evening Prayer

The Tuesday evening prayer group has evolved. We are now meeting in a hybrid format. You are welcome to join on Tuesday evening at 6:15 in the Parlour at St. James, or through Zoom at the same time. If you would like to join via Zoom, please email Dana on Tuesdays by 4:00pm to receive the Zoom meeting link. The meeting is a combination of prayer and discussion of either a devotional or a passage from scripture. We look forward to welcoming you.

 15^th Annual Winter Coat and Boot Drive

Please spread the word about the collection of winter coats through your networks.  Not as many coming in this year and the need is great.

WEDNESDAY – COMPLINE – 9:15 p.m. Compline is a short service of night prayer. The heart of Compline is the recitation of several psalms. There is a short reading from scripture, intercession, and time for reflection. It is a beautiful way to close out an active day. Compline is offered by St. James’ through Facebook to bring the community together. If you cannot join live, the service is available afterwards on St. James’ Facebook channel.

Upcoming Events & Important Dates

Feb 10                       Vestry Reports due

Feb 14                       Saturday Service

Feb 15                       Messy Church 4-6pm

Feb 17                       Pancake Supper 5-7pm

Feb 18                       Ash Wednesday Morning Services

Feb 19                       Parish Council 7pm

Feb 22 Afterthoughts at 11:!5 am

Feb 25                       Pre-Vestry Meeting via Zoom 7pm

Mar  1                       Vestry - immediately following worship