Members of the congregation offer their gifts of time and talent in various way to enhance our worship and fulfill our mission of service in God's name.
Altar Guild is responsible for preparing the sanctuary for worship. 
Members care for candles, altar linens and vessels in preparation for regular weekly worship and special occasion services such as baptisms, weddings, and funerals as well as special day services - Ash Wednesday, the Easter Vigil and Christmas for example. Altar Guild members also take responsibility for beautifying the sanctuary at Christmas and Easter. Members work in teams on a rotating schedule.
Worship Leaders serving as Layreaders and Chalice Bearers play an important role in Sunday worship. As layreaders they read the lessons, lead the Psalm, and offer the prayers of the people. As chalice bearers they assist the priest in administering Holy Eucharist. Chalice bearers are licensed by the diocese for a period of 3 years.
Ushers provide a welcome to persons attending our 10:00 a.m. service. They greet worshipers as they enter the church, carry forth the elements for Holy Eucharist, collect the congregational offering, and ensure the sanctuary is tidy following service.
Acolytes are young people who play an important role in the church service. Acolytes are involved in the Processional, the Offertory, the Holy Eucharist, and Recessional. Our youth who are 13 years and older are encouraged to become acolytes.
Lay Eucharistic Ministers visit parishioners who are unable to attend worship services. They are authorized to take consecrated elements to members of the congregation who due to illness or infirmity are unable to be present at the celebration of Holy Eucharist.
St. James Chancel Choir performs at the 10:00 a.m.
worship service, with special anthems on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month, and other designated services throughout the year. The choir, an all-volunteer ensemble, consists of adults of all ages and welcomes anyone with a desire to sing. Choral repertoire ranges from old masters through contemporary anthems. Opportunities exist for solo performances, especially during July and August when the choir is not active.
Choir rehearsals are on Thursday evenings at 7:30 p.m. beginning the Thursday after Labor Day and continuing through the month of June.
