Saint James - Philadelplhia, PA - Ministry at Saint James

›› Ministry at Saint James

Ministry at St. James comes in many forms. We have the ongoing Stephen Ministry and we have the new and evolving Multicultural Ministry where we are trying to blend the family of St. James so that all cultures may come together in a common goal of spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ and at the same time share the richness of each persons culture with others.

Please visit our Multicultural, Stephen Ministry and Youth Ministry pages so that you can keep up with the changes at St. James.

Once again, Thank you for stopping by and God Bless You!

›› Women of Faith

The Women of Faith (WOF), is a community driven organization that began in 2008. Reaching out to the people of the Frankford section of the city is one of the main goals for WOF. AN active group of ladies, belonging to the congregation of Saint James Evangelical Lutheran Church, make up this faith based coalition. All of these wonderful ladies share the same hopes, dreams and desires, of spreading God's word, while going God's work. When these lades began their connection, magic became a reality. The Lord began working through each and every one of their spirits, and the Women of Faith started to bloom.

Today, the WOF has almost doubled their members, with women from all ethnic and cultural backgrounds. The beauty of this is that every one of these ladies shares the same philosophy; ALL human beings are created equal. They also agree that the Lord our God has graciously blessed every individual on this earth with a very unique and special talent. This awesome gift has been given to each one of us, to share with one another, and to help our fellow human beings t the best of our ability regardless of one's gender, race religion or any other variable that differentiates us from one another in this world.

The Women of Faith's Mission Statement is that "All things can be done though our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Through him, there is No Problem that will go unsolved."

Our Pledge to the community is that whoever needs and ask for our help, we will do our best to be there, whether it be requesting a referral, counseling, financial help, educational tutoring, transportation, visitation, or even an ear to listen. The Women of Faith's Pledge is to try their best to be that friend in need.

Through God's love and blessings, the Women of Faith will continue to grow, be available to all who are in need, and continuously evolve into many of the solutions for our community members problems that arise, regardless of their situation big or small. Any women who strive for these same hopes and dreams, and believe in the ideology of the Women of Faith, are welcome to come aboard and offer their special talents to incorporate into this growing organization of wonderful women.

God Bless All!

Love, Mary Burns, Women of Faith

›› Growth Opportunities at Saint James

Saint James Kids - Sundays 9:30 am preschool thru 6th grade
Confirmation - Sundays - 6:00 pm - 7th and 8th grade.
Community Bible Study - Mondays - 10:00 am... with Eleanor Hoffman
Youth Bible Study - Tuesday - 6:30 pm...with Elvin Colon
Adult Bible Study - Wednesdays - 7:30 pm...with Greg Gallagher
First Communion Classes - Thursdays in October beginning the 9th - 6:15 pm - Children 3rd grade and older

›› Emergency Phone Numbers

When in sorrow, call John 14.
When men fail you, call Psalm 27.
If you want to be fruitful, call John 15.
When you have sinned, call Psalm 51.
When you worry, call Matthew 6:19-34.
When you are in danger, call Psalm 91.
When God seems far away, call Psalm 139.
When your faith needs stirring, call Hebrews 11.
When you are lonely and fearful, call Psalm 23.
When you grow bitter and critical, call I Corinthians 13.
For Paul’s secret to happiness, call Colossians 3:12-17.
For understanding of Christianity, call II Corinthians 5:15-19.
When you feel down and out, call Romans 8:31.
When you want peace and rest, all Matthew 11:25-30.
When the world seems bigger than God, call Psalm 90.
When you want Christian assurance, call Romans 8:1-30.
When you leave home for labor or travel, call Psalm 121.
When your prayers grow narrow or selfish, call Psalm 67.
For a great invention/opportunity, call Isaiah 55.
When you want courage for a task, call Joshua 1.
For how to get along with your fellow man, call Romans 12.
When you think of investments and returns, call Mark 10.
If you are depressed, call Psalm 27.
If your pocketbook is empty, call Psalm 37.
If you are losing confidence in people, call II Corinthians 13.
If people seem unkind, call John 15.
If discouraged about your work, call Psalm 126.
If you find the world growing small and yourself great, call Psalm 19.

›› Alternate Numbers:

For dealing with fear, call Psalm 34:7.
For security, call Psalm 121:3.
For assurance, call Mark 8:35.
For reassurance, call Psalm 145:18.

Emergency numbers may be dialed direct. No operator assistance is necessary. All lines to Heaven are open 24 hours a day!

Feed your faith, and doubt will starve to death!

›› The Decision is Ours:

IF OUR CHURCH GROWS. . .

it is because our attendance is regular and we invite and bring friends regularly.
IF OURS IS AN ACTIVE CHURCH. . .

it is because we are committed to her ministries and give our time and influence to them.
IF OURS IS A SCRIPTURAL CHURCH. . .

it is because we insist on nothing short of biblical preaching and teaching.
IF OURS IS A FRIENDLY CHURCH. . .

it is because we are friendly, taking the initiative to meet and greet new and old alike each week.
IF OURS IS A REDEMPTIVE CHURCH. . .

it is because we attend church school and other educational opportunities and desire to learn more about the Bible.
IF OURS IS AN EDUCATED CHURCH. . .

it is because we take the initiative to read and interpret the teachings of the Bible and apply them in our own lives
IF OURS IS A GIVING CHURCH. . .

it is because we give not just offerings, but also of our God-given abilities, time, energy, and ideas.

›› On the lighter side....

The Organist

The minister was preoccupied with thoughts of how he was going to ask the congregation to come up with more money than they were expecting, for repairs to the church building. Therefore, he was annoyed to find that the regular organist was sick and a substitute had been brought in at the last minute.

The substitute wanted to know what to play. “Here’s a copy of the service,” he said impatiently “But you’ll have to think of something to play after I make the announcement about the finances.” During the service, the minister paused and said, “Brothers and Sisters, we are in great difficulty, the roof repairs cost twice as much as we expected, and we need $4,000 more. Any of you who can pledge $100 or more, please stand up.” At that moment the substitute organist played The Star Spangled Banner.

And that is how the substitute became the regular organist!

›› Hymns For All Things

The Dentist’s Hymn	Crown Him with Many Crowns
Weatherman’s Hymn	There Shall Be Showers of Blessings
Contractor’s Hymn	The Church’s One Foundation
The Tailor’s Hymn	Holy, Holy, Holy
The Golfer’s Hymn	There’s a Green Hill Far Away
The Politician’s Hymn	Standing on the Promises
Optometrist’s Hymn	Open My Eyes That I Might See
The IRS Agent’s Hymn	I Surrender All
The Gossip’s Hymn	Pass It On
The Electrician’s Hymn	Send The Light
The Shopper’s Hymn	Sweet Bye and Bye
The Realtor’s Hymn	I’ve Got a Mansion, Just Over the Hilltop
The Massage Therapist’s Hymn	He Touched Me
The Doctor’s Hymn	The Great Physician

›› AND ... for those who speed on the highway — a few hymns:

45 mph	God Will Take Care of You
55 mph	Guide Me, 0 Thou Great Jehovah
65 mph	Nearer My God To Thee
75 mph	Nearer Still Nearer
85 mph	This World is Not My Home
95 mph	Lord, I’m Coming Home
Over 100 mph	Precious Memories

Submitted by Janet Usher for The Messenger

›› Words of Wisdom

Have a mind that is open to everything - attached to nothing.

Embrace silence.

You can’t give away what you don't have.

There are NO justified resentments.

You must send “blame” out of your life.

Don’t die with your music still in you.

You can’t solve a problem with the same mind that created it.

Treat yourself as though you are already what you would like to become.

Treasure your divinity. Know that you are always connected to your source.

Wisdom is avoiding all thought that weakens you

Dr Wayne Dyer - Submitted by Helen Arehart for the Messenger.