Vacation Bible School

Shine Bright in a dark world! While many people claim to know about Jesus, many are in the dark about who He really is. During VBS kids will explore all the ways light brightens, illuminates, reflects, and reveals.

Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.”

Sign up at: https://myvbs.org/st-james-vbs-2026

Koinonia

Seniors, do you like to eat and have fun? Well, of course! Then it’s time to get out of the house and attend Koinonia (formerly known as “Fellowship Communion”) at St. James! We will meet in the sanctuary at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 27 to rejoice in God’s Word, then head over to the Holy Family Hall to enjoy a nutritious lunch (cost $5.00) and fellowship. Please contact Janet Clark at 464-6015 for lunch reservations. This is a great opportunity to socialize with friends and make new friends. All are welcome!
 

Life Line Screening Event

Time is running out ….sign up today! 

Did you know? “80% of strokes are preventable, according to the American Heart Association and Life Line Screening provides valuable health screenings to detect the risk of stroke and cardiovascular disease.” You can take advantage of these health screenings today by signing up for the complete stroke screening package which includes four screenings for vascular disease. Appointment times are filling up! Please don’t miss your chance to make your appointment today before the event is full! Pre-registration is required. Sign up now by calling toll free to 1-800-324-9458 or text the word “circle” to 216-279-1607 or visit LLSA.SOCIAL/HABC.

Auction Update

SUCCESS!

Thank you to all who participated in our 17th annual St. James Crusader Auction. Because of your help, and that of our community and former St. James graduates, we raised over $106,000! We are able to fully pay for our fund-a-need projects (renovate the main level historic building) and provide Latin and history Classical Curriculum for next school year! Our teachers are all receiving money ($10,000 in total!) to use for their classrooms, whether it is items or upgrades or beautification! And, we are providing approximately $45,000 for tuition assistance for next school year!

A huge shout-out to the committee members who gave of their times and talents to accomplish this:
Caren Bunch, Sara Ripke, Ann Benham, Janelle Griffin, Renae Gross, Jaelyn Keller, Karen Snelling

THANK YOU!

Mark your calendars: **Possible date of April 17, 2027 for our auction next year**

Contact: Stephanie Fahler, Auction Coordinator at auction@stjameslaf.org or 614-364-0561

Cross Connections of Tippecanoe County Update

As we move continue to move forward, we are excited to have our first clients meeting with Executive Director and Counselor Jean Hines. Please join us in praying that we can expand our counseling team with master’s-level licensed therapists who feel the call to join the organization. If you would like more information about our services, please visit our website at crossconnectionsTC.org or speak with Jason Plassard, Barb Westfall, or Pastor John Westfall.

Altar Flowers

Sponsoring the flowers that are placed on the altar is a beautiful way to thank God for the special blessings of birthdays, anniversaries, and personal remembrances. If you would like to grace the sanctuary in this manner, please click on the image below. Thank you!

Offerings ~ April 2026

General Fund Offerings, not including Designated Funds:

  • Giving for the month of April was $68,330.07 actual vs. 58,457.00 budgeted
  • YTD giving is $557,006.48 actual vs. $518,291.00 budgeted

Stewardship Thoughts

We invite all members to prayerfully consider setting up online recurring offerings to support the General Fund. Recurring giving nurtures regular, intentional stewardship and provides stability for responsible budget planning. Your faithful support helps care for our staff, strengthen our school, and maintain our facilities. For those age 70½ and older, Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) offer a meaningful way to give directly from an IRA. These gifts can help fulfill your required minimum distribution, and may help lower taxable income. CLICK HERE to give online, and see flyers in the lobby for more information on online giving and Qualified Charitable Distributions.

We are excited to help you get connected!
Please use the links below for more information.

As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.
1 Peter 4:10

  • Music Ministry – Join the choir, handbell choir, or play your instrument
  • Sewing Groups:
    • Bridal to Baptism Sewing Group – Making baptismal gowns/outfits or confirmation dresses out of donated bridal gowns. Join us in the Holy Family Hall on the 1st Monday of each month from 9:30-11:00 a.m.
    • Sewing Circle – Making burial garments for infants. Join us in the Holy Family Hall on the 3rd Monday of each month from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. We can always use more help with sewing, cutting out patterns, hand sewing, etc. (If you come, we will find something that you will enjoy doing!) We need to replenish our layettes at the different hospitals in the area, so please consider joining us for this very worthwhile ministry.
    • Quilters – Assembling quilts for those in need. Join us in the Holy Family Hall on the 4th Monday of each month from 9:00 a.m. to noon.