St. James UMC Atlanta

08/24/2026

On August 30th, we are excited to host a St. James Ministry Fair! One of the ministries you can learn about is our Music Ministry!

Music is a very important part of worship at St. James. Our Chancel Choir consists of adults of all ages with varying skill levels. The choir is a devoted, welcoming and warm group of singers. We also have a Handbell Choir that plays on special Sundays through out the year.

Come and learn about our Music Ministry and other St. James ministries!
For more information, please contact the church office.

08/23/2026

This week we will walk the recently opened section of the PATH 400 multi-use trail. We will meet at 9am on Wednesday at the St.James Activities Building at 4400 Peachtree Dunwoody Road. We’ll walk to the new PATH entrance on Loridans, onto the new trail, over the high bridge at Mountain Way Commons Park, continue to Wieuca Road and return. It’s a 3-mile walk on a paved trail with some hills.

In the future, this new section will connect to the existing PATH 400 trail that goes all the way down to Lindberg and only a short missing section to connect to the 22-mile Beltline loop around Atlanta. Come along and join us!

08/22/2026

One Sweet Offering

On Monday mornings, I open the safe to count the weekend offerings — a quiet, usually predictable task, full of familiar envelopes. Nothing too exciting — until recently, when I opened the safe there was envelope with a child’s handwriting, with the words "Church Offering"

My first thought was a parent allowed their child to help prepare the church offering and label the envelope. But when I opened it, I found a note: "22% of lemonade stand." I smiled! I was so touched to see that a child could be so generous.

When I told the staff about the sweet offering, Pastor Matt laughed and said, "I would have been going to the video game store." Generosity like this doesn't come naturally — it’s inspired. Learning to share is simply what you do with what you've been given. This child didn't just donate; they practiced stewardship.

Somewhere in our church family, some child already gets it — that giving can feel good, not as an obligation but as something worth doing with their own two hands — and their own lemonade stand. May we all learn to give like that: cheerfully, thoughtfully, and without needing anyone to notice.

~ Shannan Wassel
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08/22/2026

✝️ The “SO, WHAT NOW?” occasional Sunday School Class will meet this Sunday, Aug. 23 from 9:40-10:10am in the LIBRARY (note room change). Sometimes known as the “Fast Class,” we will look at the scripture reading from this Sunday’s worship service then discuss what it says to each of us.

✝️ Does it stir us to action?
✝️ Does it light a Christian Spark?
✝️ Or do we struggle with it in some way?

Was there anything in the 8:45am service that spurs you to explore further? Bring your bulletin or pick one up on your way in and we will explore that scripture together. We hope to see you then.

08/21/2026

On August 30th, we are excited to host a St. James Ministry Fair! One of the ministries you can learn about is our 'Fellowship Through Fitness' groups!

We believe that fitness should play an important role in our faith lives, especially with other people! We have Sunday pickleball gatherings for all skill levels from 4-6 pm, Tuesday morning Yoga at 9:30, and our Wednesday Walking Group!

Come and learn about these fitness groups and other St. James ministries!

For more information about these outings, please contact the church office.

08/20/2026

To all of you who donated blood on the 14th, take a look at these folks. This is how many lives you affected! Thank you to all who helped set up, to those who checked folks in, to those who helped get the word out ... you ALL are heroes. THANK YOU!

08/20/2026

Tom Evans reports: " ...more fun, low-key Pickleball this Sunday (8/23) from 4-6pm. All levels of players are welcome, including beginners who are interested in learning how to play this fast-growing game. Another great turnout last weekend, and we are hoping everybody will be up for another fun afternoon of pickleball this weekend too."
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08/19/2026

On August 30th, we are excited to host a St. James Ministry Fair! One of the ministries you can learn about is our Children's Ministry!

Nurturing and growing God’s children through engaging learning and support is our priority. We are fortunate to have an extremely active and talented group of volunteers, from Sunday School teachers to small group leaders. The Children’s Ministry Team is dedicated to providing opportunities for our children to experience Christian education and fellowship.

ON-GOING & SEASONAL PROGRAMS

Children’s Choir & Handbells
Themed Skate Parties in the Gym
Trunk or Treat in October
Countdown to Christmas
Children’s Christmas Eve Service
Easter Egg Hunt and Continental Breakfast
Vacation Bible School
Blessing of the Backpacks

Come and learn about Children's Ministry at St. James and much more at this event!

08/16/2026

Good morning and welcome to St. James United Methodist. As a Christian community, our mission is to help every person grow in faith that translates belief into action. All are invited and are welcomed to attend any service or event at St. James United Methodist Church.

https://stjamesatlanta.org/

08/13/2026

Congratulations to our newest Eagle Scouts!!!!

Three new Eagles in the house. Ben Graves, Anthony Olson and Rushil Narra successfully completed their Eagle Boards of Review.