We work hard in St James to serve others, and to demonstrate the love of God to those in our community. This does not depend on people’s church attendance or their ability to pay, and is intended to show that people are loved whoever they are.
We try to demonstrate this in being there for those who are in need, the sick, the bereaved, those who live in fear, and those who face hardship. If you need to talk, then we promise not to judge, but only to be there for you.
In all of this, we strive to be a safe community for children and for vulnerable adults, and a place where people will be protected from harm. We aim to visit people in hospitals or in residential homes, to support them and to bring them Communion where that is appropriate.
The Ministry Team of the church also offers a comprehensive programme of pastoral care in other situations. These include the preparation of families for the baptisms of their children and of wedding couples for their marriages, in addition to the accompanying of the bereaved through the process of preparing for the funerals of their loved ones.
Confirmation preparation is offered annually to all those who want to learn more about the Christian faith and become communicant members of the church.
Please contact our vicar or church wardens for more details. You can find key contact details here.