Christian Formation
For followers of Jesus, it is important to have both private and communal time of prayer, reading Scripture, and learning about our faith. At Saint James we encourage Christian formation for all ages.
KIDS CLUB meets two to three times a month for children 3 and up and are invited for a time of stories, crafts, and songs during the first part of 10 AM worship. Children return during to participate for Holy Communion.
Adult Forums - special times scheduled to discuss topics and current issues that impact our Christian life and faith.
May 13 (Tue) at 5 PM - Topic: Continued: Does God have a plan for you?
Spiritual Gift Inventory
Click here to take an online Spiritual Gift Inventory to find out what your spiritual gifts are
and explore how you can use them in ministry and service in the parish and in the world.
Bible Study Opportunities
Wednesday Bible Study at 7 PM
Led by Rev. Donna Ialongo (St. Benedict's Bolingbrook)
Study the Gospel reading for the upcoming Sunday. No preparation necessary.
OR copy and paste the attached link into your web browser
Meeting ID: 823 4689 1289
Passcode: 758602
Safe Church Safe Communities (formerly known as Keep God's People Safe)
Click here for the Online Instructions and Saint James Password. Follow the instructions and provide a copy of your completion to the Parish Office.
The Diocese of Chicago is committed to doing everything in its power to maintain a safe and supportive atmosphere for the children and adults who are members of its congregations, attend its programs or participate in its ministries. We require all who serve in our church to complete Safe Church, Safe Communities training, created by the Episcopal Church Task Force to Develop Model Anti-Sexual Harassment Policies and Safe Church Training.
Updated policies and training requirements are currently being reviewed. When adopted, a formal training matrix will be provided. For now, the requirements below are include:
Clergy, paid church staff, elected leaders, lay pastoral leaders, adults who work with children and youth, and others in lay leadership roles are required to take both the Universal Training and Specialty Training modules. Key holders, youth who work with children, and youth who have leadership roles in the church are required to take the Universal training.
Universal Training – Introduction & Theological Background, Organizational Rules & Policies, Healthy Boundaries, and Inclusion
Specialty Training – Abuse & Neglect, Power & Relationships, Pastoral Relationships, and Bullying
