Collection drives are conducted in March and October for food, clothing and household goods to assist the migrant workers who temporarily work in agricultural pursuits in the surrounding area. Donations are distributed through Glenmary-run rural mission parishes.
All men of the parish who are 18 years and older are invited to join this ministry that provides for the parish, school and greater community through many service and fellowship activities.
Volunteers of Altar Linen Care maintain and care for the sacred linens used during liturgical services. Each person is responsible for taking care of the linens one month of the year. Bonnie MacAulay
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Lectors proclaim the Holy Word by reading the Church’s selections from the Bible at weekday, Sunday and Holy Day Masses, and other celebrations during the year. They serve God by communicating his words to the parish community. Schedules are prepared on a three-month cycle. Parishioners interested in this ministry are asked to discuss their interest
On the third Thursday of every month parishioners from St. James prepare and serve sandwiches and cakes at the Night Shelter in downtown Savannah. One hundred or so homeless and indigent people are fed. Volunteers arrive at the shelter at 4:15 and leave around 5:45 pm. This has been a parish ministry for 25 years.
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Volunteers are needed to deliver monthly meals and/or goody bags to the homebound parishioners of our parish. On the second Wednesday of each month, this ministry delivers dinners to parishioners who are unable to attend the monthly dinners. On special holidays and throughout the summer, volunteers deliver goody bags. Bonnie MacAulay
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The purpose of Girl Scouting is to inspire girls with the highest ideals of character, conduct, patriotism, and service so they may become successful women and resourceful citizens. Our scouts offer volunteer services to the school and community. Our Brownie Troop 300, Junior Troop 155, and Cadet Troop 476 offer a nurturing environment, promote ethical
The mission of the St. James Flower Guild is to honor and praise God through the art of flower/flowering plant arrangements throughout the liturgical year, and especially during the High Holy Days. Karen Dills
Eucharistic Ministers have the very special privilege of reverently distributing the Body and Blood of Christ to their fellow parishioners at Mass. Ministers receive their schedules every other month and are personally responsible to arrange for a replacement if unable to assist at Mass. Parishioners interested in this ministry are asked to discuss their interest
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All are invited to learn the message of Divine Mercy. Volunteers spread this message though prayer services, programs, and publicity. Activities include the “Mercy Me!” sign-up weekend focusing on ways to practice the Corporal Works of Mercy, the Divine Mercy Novena beginning on Good Friday, and the Divine Mercy Sunday Service and reception. Lenora Everett
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