Welcome to St. James in Downtown Hendersonville!
A Welcoming Church in the Heart of Downtown Hendersonville
St. James is an energetic and engaging parish to explore faith and experience the grace and love of Christ. Here, you’ll find a beautiful sacred space and meaningful worship for encountering God, as well as friendly, welcoming people who have a joyful passion for justice and mercy. There is a place for all here to worship, learn, and serve. Our mission is simple, but it stretches the globe—
Welcome All. Love All. Serve All.
Sunday, 8:00 a.m.
Holy Eucharist Rite I
Spoken Service
Monday, 8:30 a.m.
Morning Prayer
At the High Altar
Sunday, 10:15 a.m.
Holy Eucharist Rite II
with St. James Choir
Wednesday, 12 noon
Holy Eucharist & Healing Prayer
in the Chapel
Sunday, 5:00 p.m.
Holy Eucharist Rite II
Music & Style Varies
Thursday, 8:00 a.m.
Holy Eucharist with Incense
at the High Altar; Approximately 30 minutes
Welcome Visitors & Newcomers
First, thank you for worshipping with us! We know visiting for the first time can be daunting and worship in the Episcopal Church can be unfamiliar to some. It takes some courage to attend that first time. We are grateful for your presence, whether you are passing through town on vacation, visiting family, or looking for a spiritual home. We trust God will draw near to you as you draw near to God.
Upcoming Events
Friday Night Stained Glass Windows Light
Every Friday at 4 p.m. in the nave
Experience one of St. James’ greatest treasures through a guided tour of our remarkable stained glass windows. Discover the stories, history, artistry, and symbolism behind these beautiful works as they come alive in the changing light of late afternoon. Join Deacon Tim any Friday beginning in August. Light refreshments will be available in his office beginning at 3:30 p.m., with the guided tour starting promptly at 4:00 p.m. We’ll finish in time to enjoy an evening in Historic Downtown Hendersonville. Whether your interests are history, architecture, sacred art, or simply beauty, all are welcome. Bring a friend and experience our church in a new light.
Midweek Matinees
Wednesdays, Sept. 30-Nov. 18 at 1 p.m. in the Trinity Room
Bring your lunch or a snack and join your fellow parishioners for a series of historical movies set in the 16th and 17th centuries, documenting and dramatizing the birth of the Anglican Church and the political upheaval and turmoil in the monarchy of England so central to the Church. From Henry VIII to the killing (or martyring) of Charles I, we will watch and learn how this pivotal period of British history shaped the church we know and love today.
Meet Me in the Middle: the Birth of the Anglican Church and via Media (the Middle Way)
Sundays, Oct. 11-Nov. 22 at 9 a.m. in the Trinity Room (except Nov. 1)
How did via Media or the Middle Way become the hallmark of the Anglican Church, both protestant and catholic? This series explores this question through historical films covering the 16th and 17th centuries. The films will be shown on Wednesdays before the Sunday morning formation time, but you may also watch them on your own. A list of films and where they can be watched will be published in September, so you begin watching as you have time. Sunday mornings will tease out the fact from the drama and will highlight how the foundational theology of via Media developed during the first century of the church.
Linda Lassiter Hill Organ Recital Series: Tate Addis, Organist “Tales from the Organ Loft: Scary Sounds and Spooky Stories”
Thursday, Oct. 29 at 7 p.m. in the Nave; Reception to follow in Stillwell Hall
Tate Addis is our Artist-in-Residence at St. James and has been acclaimed for “spectacular” performances and “deeply communicative musicality.” He has appeared as a recitalist throughout the United States and Europe. A graduate of Wichita State University, Yale University, and Oberlin Conservatory, he currently serves as Organist and Associate Conductor at Centenary United Methodist Church in Winston Salem. He will be playing J. S. Bach’s infamous Toccata and Fugue in D Minor, Mussorgsky’s Night on Bald Mountain, Dukas’ The Sorcerer’s Apprentice and other works. Wear your Halloween finest and arrive early for this concert which was a ‘full house” last year! No tickets required. A catered reception will follow in Stillwell Hall.
Commitment Sunday
Sunday, Nov. 1 at 10:15 in the Nave; Celebration brunch to follow in Stillwell Hall
On this Sunday, we give particular thanks for your hearts to share with the St. James community. We will also give thanks for all the pledged gifts to the parish for the coming year and gather for an extended coffee hour and brunch, prepared by volunteers and served by the staff, after the 10:15 service.
Thanksgiving Eucharist
Wednesday, Nov. 25 at noon in the Nave
Before you head out of town to visit family or make that last-minute trip to the grocery store, join us for a simple Holy Eucharist for Thanksgiving this year. Held in the church, this 45-minute service will include a brief homily as well as a special litany for giving thanks. Phillip Haynie will be the soloist for this service.
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ADDRESS
766 N Main Street, Hendersonville, NC 28792
Phone
828-693-7458