Parish News - June 10, 2026

SERVICES AND GATHERINGS THIS WEEK

SUNDAY, June 14 – 10:00am – Third Sunday after Pentecost

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 has new hours

Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 10am-2pm.

St. James Mission Statement

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

Volunteer Office

Our Volunteer Office is currently undergoing a much-needed clean-up to help us better organize and serve everyone efficiently. As we work to clear up clutter and create a more functional space, we kindly ask for your cooperation. If you drop off any items in either the church office or the volunteer office, please make sure to have the items clearly labeled with all necessary details. This will help ensure everything can be properly identified and directed to the right place.

Thank you for your understanding and support as we refresh and reorganize our space!

We still have some African artifacts in the volunteer office.

Please pick them up as soon as possible.

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.

Messy Church Fun!

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

St James’ Wardens: organizational chart

We’re pleased to introduce our new wardens and the areas of parish life they each support. This chart outlines their specific responsibilities, helping to keep our community connected and our day-to-day operations running smoothly. Our sincere thanks to the wardens for their dedication, generosity, and faithful service to St. James

St. James' 50th Holiday House Tour

Put Saturday, December 6th, in your calendar for our 50th Holiday House Tour.  It will be a special anniversary event!  If you can recommend a home to include in this year's tour, please contact Jan S. through the parish office at 905 627 1424 or email at stjamesdundas@outlook.com and she will follow up with you for further details.

Do you enjoy interior painting?

The Music Director's office, located on the lower level, is in need of a new paint job.  The walls are prepared and ready for painting.  If you have the time and interest in helping to get the office ready for our new music director, please contact Terese H. through the parish office at 905 627 1424 or email at stjamesdundas@outlook.com  We hope to get the painting done in June before the weather gets too hot and humid for painting.

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.

Tuesday Evening Prayer

You can join us in person in the Parlour at 6:15pm or via Zoom. If you choose to attend the prayer session virtually, contact Dana M. through the parish office at 905 627 1424 or email stjamesdundas@outlook.com before 4 pm on Tuesday, for the Zoom coordinates.

Women’s Weekend

We are pleased to announce our Women’s Weekend at Five Oaks, taking place September 25–26, 2026 at the Five Oaks Conference Centre, located at 1 Bethel Road, Paris, ON N3L 3E3. Our committee is planning an exciting and meaningful weekend — more details will follow. The costs include accommodation and meals. Also any dietary restrictions please inform us.

Costs:

·         Double Occupancy: $285

·         Private Room: $350

·         Saturday Only: $125

Payment Options: e‑transfer, cheque, or cash. Please send e‑transfers to saintjamesgiving@gmail.com and clearly note: Women’s Weekend – your name – September 25–26, 2026.

To register please contact Marline S. or Carleon H. through the parish office at 905 627 1424 or stjamesdundas@outlook.com

Registration Deadline: June 30, 2026

Call out for anyone with a key to the church building. If you are not the head of a committee, please return your key as soon as possible.

Everyone seems to enjoy coffee/tea and fellowship after Sunday Services. There is a need for volunteers to help with four related tasks, set-up tables and chairs, set-up coffee and tea, clean up dishes and put away tables and chairs. Sign up to help with one or more of the tasks.

There is a sign-up sheet in the narthex

    or contact the office at 9056271424 or email stjamesdundas@outlook.com

Chairs and Prayer Desks for Sale

The pew chairs and prayer desks on the stage in the Dundas Room are ready to be sold.  Some parishioners have expressed a personal interest in buying one.  The chairs are $40, and the prayer desks are $25.    Please contact Gillian through the office at 905 627 1424 or email stjamesdundas@outlook.com if you are interested.  If you know of an organization or church that may be interested in purchasing them, please let us know.  We are anxious to have a functioning stage in the near future!

Upcoming Events & Important Dates

June 13                     Saturday Service and Supper

June 14                     Picnic BBQ after the service

                                    Messy Church from 4-6pm at Dundas Driving Park

June 28                     Afterthoughts in the Parlour immediately following the service