Opportunities for ministry and service abound around St. James. We have had some funerals, Pride Mass, farewells, and baptisms. We have also continued to feed our neighbors, do justice, and study and pray together. I want to say thank you for being a congregation that rises to serve and meet the needs of our parish and the community. It is a pleasure to serve with you.
We wished Fr. RJ well, but we will be seeing him again. You guys throw a great party. Ashley Burell has been on medical leave and will be back soon. Tim Lett has gracefully filled in at the organ. Andrew Brittain has been directing the choir. Thanks so much to Tim and Andrew. We are blessed to have talented folks to help out.
In the midst of so many things going on we are beginning to celebrate our 100 year anniversary. We will kick off our capital campaign on June 19. Join in the celebration after the 10:30 service as we unveil the plans for improving our space. The ECW will be hosting a picnic on July 9 where they will highlight some important folks in the history of St. James. Everyone is welcome. How can your ministry group help celebrate? What are the stories you have to share?
There are so many things happening in our parish and in the world. I make it a point to resist the urge to describe my life as "busy". I find that is a description that leads me down a road of desperate frustration. Watching the news these days can lead to despair. While I don't want to deny those feelings, I don't want to let those feelings dominate. I am called back to a place of hope and meaning when I take time to pray on my own and with you. Our life of prayer and worship can be an act that helps us see Christ in our world. In all that we do, may we continue to turn to Christ.
Peace,
Fr. John Mark
OUR HISTORY . . .
The Frank Radcliffe family was one of the original families to join St. James in 1923, following the closing of the Church of the Epiphany. They were very active in almost every aspect of the church. During 1949-1950, Frank coordinated the design and installation of the first stained glass project at St. James. Installed above the high Altar in the same location as the original windows from the Church of the Epiphany, it would be known as the Louise Hopper’s memorial window. Mrs. Hopper was the wife of Rev. Eugene Hopper, long time rector at St. James. Frank’s three sons served as acolytes, youth group members, Boy Scouts, and choristers. As adults, the oldest served with the U.S. Navy during World War II, reaching the rank of Lt. Cmdr. The next oldest became an executive in the insurance business. The youngest, David, served with the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Assigned to the 65th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division, 2nd Lt. David Radcliffe was responsible for securing Hill No. 223 in North Korean territory. In 1952, tragedy struck the Radcliffe family when they learned of David's disappearance on the battlefields of Korea. David had served just two weeks in Korea when he went missing. Learn more about David’s distinguished service and the way he is memorialized at St. James by reading Frank Laszlo’s full length article at THIS LINK.
TRADING PLACES - Did you know the altar, altar rail, and cross currently situated in the chapel used to be located in the sanctuary until some time in the 1960's? The marble pulpit currently located on the right side in the sanctuary, (where the lectors and intercessors read), was original to the Church of the Epiphany. However, it was originally positioned on the left side in the sanctuary. It was moved to the right side when the newer wooden pulpit was installed during the 1960's. Even after it was moved to the right side, The Rev. Eugene Hopper and The Rev. John Bull both continued to preach from it on the right side.
TRINITY SUNDAY is the Feast that celebrates “the one and equal glory” of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, “in Trinity of Persons and in Unity of Being” (BCP, p. 380). It is celebrated on the first Sunday after Pentecost. Trinity Sunday is one of the seven principal feasts of the church year. Source: Episcopal Dictionary of the Church
THE PRESENT . . .
PARISH PICNIC - Celebrating 100 years of women's contributions to St. James, the Episcopal Church Women will host a St. James Parish Family Picnic on Saturday, July 9, 2022 at 11 am in the Parish Hall & Playground. The ECW will provide protein and beverages and you are invited to bring your favorite PICNIC dish! Please let us know you're coming and what you are planning to bring by calling the church office (865-523-5687) or signing up after church, June 12, 26, or July 3. Download the picnic flier at THIS LINK. For more information, please contact Kitty McNamara (865-310-3065) or Nancy Pullen (415-722-0139).
PUZZLING OUTREACH - One of the the characteristics that distinguishes St. James from other parishes is its active engagement in outreach to our neighbors. Click THIS LINK to open and print your word find puzzle featuring 12 outreach groups supported by St. James either through direct involvement, or by providing meeting space. Words in the puzzle can go in any direction and/or cross over each other. The groups featured in the puzzle are listed at the bottom of the page. If you solve the puzzle, let kevin@stjamesknox.org know so he can refer others who get "stuck" to you for assistance. :)
CHILDREN'S CHAPEL - St. James Children's Chapel is currently meeting every 2 weeks on Sunday mornings from 10:45 am - 11:15 am during the 10:30 morning worship service. The next three dates are Jun 12, Jun 26, & Jul 10. The group will not meet on Jul 24. The St. James Children’s Chapel Team is dedicated to the spiritual growth and development of our children ages four to eleven through study and dialogue in a group setting. In a room dedicated to children’s Christian formation, volunteer instructors review planned lessons and coordinate activities to interact with the children. Bibles and other materials needed for these activities are provided.
COLLABORATION -A Place at the Table provides hot meals and necessities to the homeless and those on the margins in downtown Knoxville, Tennessee. Now, St. James parishioners have the opportunity to participate in this ministry in collaboration with our neighbors at St. John's Lutheran Church(544 N. Broadway). Some of those served are chronically homeless. Others work but cannot afford housing, or are in the process of obtaining housing, but all are hungry and in need of food. On Monday nights from 5:30 pm - 7 pm, hot meals and necessities such as hygiene items, laundry detergent, toilet paper, socks, and undergarments are provided with a warm smile and an attitude of respect. If you are interested in serving, contact TJ Blasing t.j.blasing@gmail.com (865-288-3180) or show up at St. John's around 5:15 on a Monday night and ask for TJ or Lois.
PUPPY LOVE - If you have ever loved a dog, and who hasn't, you know dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole. If you are looking for a puppy or adult dog to make your life whole, or you know someone who has a "surplus" of loving canines they would like someone else to adopt, Rick Brown may be able to help. He is collecting names and email addresses of people offering and looking for pets within our St. James family. Contact Rick directly at rick@stjamesknox.org.
DAUGHTERS OF THE KING - Daughters of the King are an international religious order established in 1885 by the Episcopal Church. We are Christian women, both lay and ordained, who adhere to a Rule of Life, consisting of prayer, service, and evangelism. Our primary goal is to know Jesus Christ and to make Him known to others. Daughters of the King pray for the needs of the congregation and minister to the bereaved through service on the funeral guild. They send greeting cards to communicants who are celebrating birthdays and anniversaries, as well as those suffering illness or the loss of a beloved family member. Daughters of the King serve as Eucharistic Visitors and they sponsor retreats & spiritual formation events to all members of the community. In accordance with their Rule of Life, Daughters are pledged to respond immediately to clergy requests for assistance with liturgy, prayer, hospitality, visitation and financial support. For more information, contact Patricia Hammer pchammerwv@gmail.com.
OUR FUTURE . . .
MAKING YOUR CENTENNIAL PLEDGE - Investing in the future of our St. James ministry begins by making a pledge to our centennial capital campaign. You may pledge to make a gift in a single payment or several smaller payments over a period of time. Pledge totals are routinely tallied to track progress in raising the necessary funds to support our capital improvement plan. Once you have decided how much you would like to invest, you may submit your pledge by downloading a PAPER PLEDGE FORM, or by accessing our ONLINE PLEDGE FORM.
CENTENNIAL CAMPAIGN BOOKLET - If you have not already visited stjames100.org to learn details about our centennial capital campaign, don't fall behind - do that today! There, you will find our capital campaign prayer, a listing of some important historical milestones, an important word from our Rector, a summary of our planning process, identified capital improvement needs and planned solutions, architectural renderings, budgeted needs, and giving options. If you prefer to hold the information in your hand, you may download pages of the centennial campaign booklet by clicking THIS LINK.
Thursday Study Group (Parish Hall and Zoom) 10 am - 11:30 pm
Discussing a range of topics in the Bible in the context of current events.
Contact: nepullen@gmail.com or call 415-722-0139 for the link.
Praying the Anglican Rosary (Zoom) 7 pm - 8 pm
Cynthia Thornburg hosts 1 hour of praying the Anglican rosary. All are welcome!
Meeting ID: 836 8961 2206 | rosary
Contact: Cynthia Thornburg or Margaret Bickley
SUNDAYS
Sunday Morning Adult Formation(will resume July 10th) 9:15 am - 10:15 am
Discussions about resurrection appearances in scripture, the witnesses to them,
and what those stories have to do with us. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 882 1887 6476
MONDAYS
Centering Prayer (Zoom or Library, on fourth Monday) 6 pm - 7 pm
Studying Radical Wisdom: A Feminist Mystical Theology by Beverly J. Lanzetta. Zoom Link Meeting ID: 813 3584 8679 | Pray
TUESDAYS
Tuesday Morning Book Discussion Group(Zoom) 11 am - 12 pm The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World
About a conversation between Archbishop Desmond Tutu and the Dalai Lama
Contact: mbick7@gmail.com, or call 865-384-7422 for link.
The Soul of the Indian (Zoom) 6 pm - 7 pm "Black Elk Speaks" by John G. Neihardt - the story of Black Elk,
an Oglala Lakota medicine man.
Contact: rondmorton@gmail.com for link.
We apologize for any errors or omissions that may have occurred in this publication at press time.
For questions related to any content, please contact referenced ministry leaders or email: kevin@stjamesknox.org.
St. James Episcopal Church 1101 N. Broadway St. Knoxville, TN 37917
Opportunities for ministry and service abound around St. James. We have had some funerals, Pride Mass, farewells, and baptisms. We have also continued to feed our neighbors, do justice, and study and pray together. I want to say thank you for being a congregation that rises to serve and meet the needs of our parish and the community. It is a pleasure to serve with you. 
TRADING PLACES - Did you know the altar, altar rail, and cross currently situated in the chapel used to be located in the sanctuary until some time in the 1960's? The marble pulpit currently located on the right side in the sanctuary, (where the lectors and intercessors read), was original to the Church of the Epiphany. However, it was originally positioned on the left side in the sanctuary. It was moved to the right side when the newer wooden pulpit was installed during the 1960's. Even after it was moved to the right side, The Rev. Eugene Hopper and The Rev. John Bull both continued to preach from it on the right side. 
TRINITY SUNDAY is the Feast that celebrates “the one and equal glory” of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, “in Trinity of Persons and in Unity of Being” (BCP, p. 380). It is celebrated on the first Sunday after Pentecost. Trinity Sunday is one of the seven principal feasts of the church year. Source: 
CHILDREN'S CHAPEL - St. James Children's Chapel is currently meeting every 2 weeks on Sunday mornings from 10:45 am - 11:15 am during the 10:30 morning worship service. The next three dates are Jun 12, Jun 26, & Jul 10. The group will not meet on Jul 24. The St. James Children’s Chapel Team is dedicated to the spiritual growth and development of our children ages four to eleven through study and dialogue in a group setting. In a room dedicated to children’s Christian formation, volunteer instructors review planned lessons and coordinate activities to interact with the children. Bibles and other materials needed for these activities are provided.
COLLABORATION - A Place at the Table provides hot meals and necessities to the homeless and those on the margins in downtown Knoxville, Tennessee. Now, St. James parishioners have the opportunity to participate in this ministry in collaboration with our neighbors at St. John's Lutheran Church (544 N. Broadway). Some of those served are chronically homeless. Others work but cannot afford housing, or are in the process of obtaining housing, but all are hungry and in need of food. On Monday nights from 5:30 pm - 7 pm, hot meals and necessities such as hygiene items, laundry detergent, toilet paper, socks, and undergarments are provided with a warm smile and an attitude of respect. If you are interested in serving, contact TJ Blasing 
PUPPY LOVE - If you have ever loved a dog, and who hasn't, you know dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole. If you are looking for a puppy or adult dog to make your life whole, or you know someone who has a "surplus" of loving canines they would like someone else to adopt, Rick Brown may be able to help. He is collecting names and email addresses of people offering and looking for pets within our St. James family. Contact Rick directly at 
DAUGHTERS OF THE KING - Daughters of the King are an international religious order established in 1885 by the Episcopal Church. We are Christian women, both lay and ordained, who adhere to a Rule of Life, consisting of prayer, service, and evangelism. Our primary goal is to know Jesus Christ and to make Him known to others. Daughters of the King pray for the needs of the congregation and minister to the bereaved through service on the funeral guild. They send greeting cards to communicants who are celebrating birthdays and anniversaries, as well as those suffering illness or the loss of a beloved family member. Daughters of the King serve as Eucharistic Visitors and they sponsor retreats & spiritual formation events to all members of the community. In accordance with their Rule of Life, Daughters are pledged to respond immediately to clergy requests for assistance with liturgy, prayer, hospitality, visitation and financial support. For more information, contact Patricia Hammer 
CENTENNIAL CAMPAIGN BOOKLET - If you have not already visited 
