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When we gather together on Ash Wednesday (February 22), we will once again hear a word that God weaves intentionally into the fabric of our faith.  Can you spot it below?

“Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return.”

St. James has registered with the RI Broadcasters Association (RIBA) to participate in the state-wide broadcast of cancellations in the event of inclement weather. 

When services are canceled, we will now contact one organization - RIBA - to report closings, cancellations, and other announcements due to inclement weather. RIBA will get that information immediately to their members stations which currently include 28 radio and 6 television stations.

A complete list of member stations is available online.

Savage & Luther Family Fund - In early December, St. James will send a letter of thanks to the Savage and Luther Family Fund with a brief description of how their gift has impacted the St. James Community.  For example, with the new laptop computer and flat panel TV, Jill Bowen was able to include an individual in China at a recent meeting!  All teams and groups at St.

The word Advent means “coming”.  For us, it means the coming of Jesus, the Son of God, the Messiah, our Savior and Lord.  For us, Advent is a season of expectation and preparation.  It’s about spending four weeks just getting ready.  Though we don’t always think of it this way, it’s a season of partnership with God.