St. James the Greater Episcopal Church

About this church

St. James the Greater Episcopal Church in Bristol, Pennsylvania worships on Sundays at 9 a.m. at 225 Walnut Street, in the historic part of Bristol Borough. The congregation dates to 1712 and belongs to the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania and the worldwide Anglican Communion. Worship follows the Book of Common Prayer, Rite II, with piano or organ. Holy Eucharist is celebrated on the second and fourth Sundays of the month, and Morning Prayer is held on the other Sundays. Children worship with their families and leave during the readings for a children's service, and parents are welcome to go with them. Children can also help as greeters, ushers and assistants with the offering. Bulletins can be requested by email.

The parish runs several community outreach efforts, including a sit-down dinner for neighbors in need on the last Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m., a weekly food collection that is delivered to a local pantry, school supply drives and a Christmas angel tree. Internal ministries include a Sunday School using the Episcopal children's curriculum, an altar guild, lectors, Eucharistic ministers, a prayer shawl ministry and gardening. The historic buildings and cemetery are part of the church's life, and the parish hall can be rented. Call the office to confirm service times and dinner dates.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 4, 2026. Sources: Home page: Sunday 9 a.m., Episcopal, address · Worship services and children's service · Community outreach ministries · Internal ministries

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