St. James Episcopal Church

About this church

St. James Episcopal Church is a Groveland congregation bringing varied religious backgrounds, political perspectives, ages, and spiritual experiences together around the love of God. Its worship follows Episcopal practice while making room for choir, a string band, children, questions, and community. The church describes service to others, Eucharist, and discernment of the Spirit as central parts of its shared life.

Holy Eucharist begins Sunday at 9:30 a.m. in person and on Zoom. The Word of God is read and preached, and all are invited either to receive Communion or come forward for a blessing. Choir and string band normally alternate Sundays. Children of every age are welcome in worship; movement and noise are accepted, and occasional Family Sundays add a children’s sermon and participatory Eucharist with children and families serving as acolytes, greeters, readers, and gift bearers. A brief contemplative Compline service meets online Monday and Thursday at 7:00 p.m. Recorded Sunday services are also available, with sermons usually beginning around the ten-minute mark. Visitors can attend without mastering Episcopal responses in advance, knowing the congregation expects children and welcomes people who are only passing through as well as those seeking a longer church home.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed August 25, 2026. Sources: Official homepage and Sunday Holy Eucharist time · Worship, Communion, Zoom, music, children, and Compline · Inclusive congregational identity and shared commitments · Official calendar for Family Sundays and special worship

Service times

Confirm current times directly with the church before visiting.

Ministries and visitor notes

• Family Sundays — selected dates; confirm calendar

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