Worship at Saint James

Join us for worship services and Sunday school, embracing a journey of faith and community. Our Sunday services, held at 8 am and 10 am, follow The Book of Common Prayer, welcoming everyone, regardless of their stage in the spiritual journey.

Church Services

Sunday - 8 am and 10 am
Sunday School/Christian Formation - 9 am
Nursery available during 10 am service

Location

Saint James Episcopal Church
1872 Camp Road
Charleston, SC 29412

Contact Us

843-277-2765
stjamesepiscopalji@gmail.com

You Are Welcome Here

Wherever you are in your spiritual journey, we hope you will join us at each Sunday morning for Holy Communion and Fellowship. For those familiar with The Episcopal Church, or any service with roots in the Anglican Church, you should feel comfortable with our service which uses the Book of Common Prayer. If you aren’t, our bulletins provide enough of the service to help you follow along like a pro!
Worship With Us

Join us each Sunday for worship at 8 am and 10 am. Services are based on The Book of Common Prayer. Whether it's your first Sunday worshiping in the tradition of The Episcopal Church, or you are a cradle Episcopalian, ALL are welcome here. Join us in fellowship as the body of Christ. Together we exist to love and serve both God and our neighbor, inviting all to share in the joy of God's unconditional love.
Come As You Are

Come as you are, and come as WHO you are. Saint James Episcopal Church is a welcoming congregation and we look forward to meeting you. Jesus was a friend to all, and we like to follow in His example. At each service of Holy Eucharist, all baptized Christians are invited to partake in Communion. If you prefer to receive a blessing, when you come up to the altar, cross your arms across your chest and the priest or Eucharistic minister will offer you a simple blessing.

front door of Saint James Episcopal Church James Island SC looking upward

Christian Formation

SUNDAY SCHOOL, BIBLE STUDIES, SMALL GROUP MEETINGS

Every Sunday, from 9 am to 9:45 am, we invite children to join our Christian Education program, a key component of our Christian Formation initiative. It takes place in the Saint James Center classroom, conveniently located next to the nursery. It's a special time for sharing stories of faith and learning the Lord’s Prayer.

Adults are invited to a discussion in the parlor where our Rector leads engaging discussions based on selected books or themes. This is an opportunity to delve deeper into Bible stories, explore the rich history and theology of The Episcopal Church, and gain insights into our worship practices.

Join us in these meaningful gatherings as we grow in faith and understanding together as a church family.

Participate

Ushers

Ushers assist congregants in finding seats and escorting them to the altar for communion. They also participate in the collection of offerings. For more information, please contact us.
Choir

The Choir is an integral part of the 10 am service. Additionally, the choir sings during special services such as Evensong. For more information, please contact us.
Altar Guild

The Altar Guild prepares the altar for the worship services. The guild also maintains vestments, linens, and vessels. For more information, please contact us.
Lectors and Intercessors

The Lectors read the lessons and psalms and the Intercessors recite the Prayers of the People at each service. For more information, please contact us.
Acolytes

Acolytes carry the cross, torches and gospel book in the processional. They may also assist the priest in preparation for Holy Communion. Persons who are age eight or older may serve as Acolytes. For more information, please contact us.
Eucharistic Ministers

The Holy Eucharist is our principal act of worship as Episcopalians. Eucharistic Ministers are lay members authorized to administer the sacraments during communion. Eucharistic Visitors are members who administer the sacraments to people who are unable to attend church. For more information, please contact us.