July 2017
Sacred Arts Camp
A week-long, VBS-style camp for children ages 3–12. Campers will connect faith with creativity; learn about acting, stagecraft, and gardening; and have the opportunity to perform in A Midsummer Night’s Dream. $25/child (scholarships available).
Find out more »September 2017
Eat with Muslims
St. James, Kent offers an opportunity for a night to Eat With Muslims. This is an organization committed to building bridges between neighbors of different cultures and faiths by bringing people together in a comfortable setting to foster an open dialogue with members of the Muslim community. Muslim families will host a dinner for St. James on September 22 at 6:30 p.m. If you would like to learn how to cook some Somali dishes, please join us in the Parish…
Find out more »November 2017
Safeguarding God’s Children
The Diocese of Olympia takes its responsibility for the safety of our people seriously. The Safe Church program teaches how to identify and prevent abuse within the church community, and is conducted several times per year, free of charge. The training consists of three sessions: Safeguarding God’s Children, Safeguarding God’s People and a new Anti-Racism program. All clergy members, diocesan team members, and people in leadership (Vestry and Bishop Committee Members), all people who work directly with children, all Eucharistic Visitors…
Find out more »Crisis Intervention Training
Renee Balodis-Cox, a certified trainer in Edgework methodology, will teach effective ways to approach and respond to those in crisis, particularly those suffering from mental illness and drug abuse. You will learn strategies for safe, positive, and helpful responses to situations that can be dangerous. We hope the training gives you more confidence and compassion in dealing with those in crisis. This training is open to lay and clergy. Light refreshments will be provided.
Find out more »December 2017
O Antiphon Service
Join us for a candlelight service inspired by the O Antiphons to mark the final days before the coming of Emmanuel using a tradition that started in the 8th Century. Refreshments following.
Find out more »March 2018
Safeguarding God’s Children
The Diocese of Olympia takes its responsibility for the safety of our people seriously. The Safe Church program teaches how to identify and prevent abuse within the church community, and is conducted several times per year, free of charge. The training consists of three sessions: Safeguarding God’s Children, Safeguarding God’s People and a new Anti-Racism program. All clergy members, diocesan team members, and people in leadership (Vestry and Bishop Committee Members), all people who work directly with children, all Eucharistic Visitors…
Find out more »April 2018
Spring HYC
For youth in grades 9-12 from all over the diocese. These weekend conferences include faith formation and exploration, fun, and fellowship, through contemporary music, worship, small group conversations, games, workshops and special activities.
Find out more »February 2019
Pinocchio! Presented by the St. James Players
Join us for this fun, interactive play based on a production by the Seattle Children's Theater. Following the original story written in Italy in 1861, this version is lively and funny, yet meaningful and full of heart. It explores important questions of loyalty, love, and honesty. This is fun for all ages and all are welcome! Playing at St. James Episcopal in Kent 24447 94th Ave S 98030 in the Parish Hall Tickets are a suggested donation of $10 for…
Find out more »December 2019
Safeguarding God’s Children
The Safe Church program teaches how to identify and prevent abuse within the church community.
Find out more »February 2020
Imposition of Ashes in Chapel
Imposition of Ashes in our Chapel during the traditional lunch hour. Time for meditation and prayer as desired.
Find out more »Imposition of Ashes in Great Church
Imposition of ashes in our sanctuary with time for meditation and prayer.
Find out more »March 2020
Lenten Series: “I Will with God’s Help”
Mother Joyce, Sister D, Michele Rogers, Peter Ostrander, and others will examine how we are called to commit our lives to Christ through our Baptismal Covenant. Come for Chapel at 5:30pm, then gather for a Soup Supper at 6:30pm, followed by a program from 7:00-8:30pm. The sessions will include facilitated small group discernment work. Rides and childcare can be arranged with advanced notice.
Find out more »April 2022
Ceilidh Communion for Maundy Thursday
Celebrate Jesus' Last Supper using a liturgy developed at the Abbey on Iona, Scotland. A Ceilidh (kay-lee) is a sharing of songs, stories and food in which all are welcome and gathered. Following this informal Communion, sing as the altar is stripped in remembrance of Jesus' being taken away to suffer his Passion. Bread will be broken and distributed by the priest and Common Cup will be offered, in addition to individual small cups. Masks are optional; social distance encouraged.…
Find out more »Seven Last Words of Christ
Journey with St. James, Kent through the Seven Last Words of Jesus on the cross, with scripture, music and poetry. No Communion will be offered but prayers will be lifted. Come and grieve in a safe and welcoming space. In-Person Only
Find out more »Campfire Easter Vigil
Come gather in around the paschal campfire in the courtyard, light the Paschal Candle and hear the Exsultet, our most ancient chant. As darkness falls, let's tell our most precious stories around the campfire. Singing and sharing; a creative, youth-led event. In-Person Only
Find out more »Easter Sunday Holy Communion
Ring your bells! Join St. James, Kent for one of their two festive Eucharist services to celebrate our risen Lord! Coffee hour available in the parish hall between services. Egg hunt for young ones following the 10am service. Everyone is welcome! Masks optional; social distancing encouraged. In-Person Only
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