St. James Lutheran Gettysburg

Creation Care: "Do I Need This?"
2024-02-18 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | St. James Worship Space, 109 York Street, Gettysburg
Creation Care Documentary Video & Discussion
Do I Need This
Sunday, February 18 at 4:00 p.m.
St. James Worship Space
A good film for the Lenten season.
The Lenten season seems like a good time to reflect on our relationship with material things, with “stuff,” in other words. How much is enough? Always a good question. Please join the St. James Creation Care Task Force at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 18 in the Worship Space for a showing of Do I Need This? by independent filmmaker Kate Shermerhorn.
As the hour-long film unfolds, Kate explores her own relationship with the material things that have come to fill her house and garage while helping her aging parents downsize and contend with signs of increasing dementia.
Along the way, we also meet a number of other Americans much like ourselves: decluttering counselors and cheerful hoarders, a Buddhist monk with a closet full of robes he never wears and a Texas couple who have turned their home into a crowded museum of “stuff” with every room dedicated to a different kind of vintage American product.
The tone of the film is gently humorous and compassionate, not preachy, as it explores our life as consumers.
A brief discussion facilitated by panelists from St. James and the community will follow the film.
Light refreshments will be served. Please join us if you can! This is a free community event.
Directions & Parking Availability
St. James is a Reconciling In Christ congregation; All are Welcome!
Our facility is handicapped accessible. Please click the link above for additional information.

Lenten Mid-Weeks
2024-02-21 17:15 - 19:30 | St. James Lutheran Church, 109 York Street, Gettysburg, PA, 17325
Come & Worship…Come & See!
All are welcome to St. James Lutheran Church for Lenten Mid-Week Dinner & Worship.
Dinner is at 5:15 p.m. and worship begins at 6:30 p.m.
Dinner will be provided by
February 21: Evangelism/Fellowship Team
February 28: Adult Sunday School Class
March 6: Faith & Fellowship Class + Movers & Shapers Class
March 13: The Seekers Class
March 20: Church Council
Our Unfailing Light Worship Service will include messages from various church members. The theme for this year’s Lenten Season is What Is Love?
Message given by
February 21: John Hartzell
February 28: Gareth “Lefty” Biser
March 6: Sally Michael
March 13: Sue Hill
March 20: Matt Teeter
March 27: Gerry Lohuis (Holy Week)
During Holy Week all worship services are at 7:00 p.m. and there is no meal on March 27.
Unfailing Light Worship services will be livestreamed each week.
Directions & Parking Availability
St. James is a Reconciling In Christ congregation; All are Welcome!
Our facility is handicapped accessible. Please click the link above for additional information.

Lenten Mid-Weeks
2024-02-28 17:15 - 19:30 | St. James Lutheran Church, 109 York Street, Gettysburg, PA, 17325
Come & Worship…Come & See!
All are welcome to St. James Lutheran Church for Lenten Mid-Week Dinner & Worship.
Dinner is at 5:15 p.m. and worship begins at 6:30 p.m.
Dinner will be provided by
February 28: Adult Sunday School Class
March 6: Faith & Fellowship Class + Movers & Shapers Class
March 13: The Seekers Class
March 20: Church Council
Our Unfailing Light Worship Service will include messages from various church members. The theme for this year’s Lenten Season is What Is Love?
Message given by
February 28: Gareth “Lefty” Biser
March 6: Sally Michael
March 13: Sue Hill
March 20: Matt Teeter
March 27: Gerry Lohuis (Holy Week)
During Holy Week all worship services are at 7:00 p.m. and there is no meal on March 27.
Unfailing Light Worship services will be livestreamed each week.
Directions & Parking Availability
St. James is a Reconciling In Christ congregation; All are Welcome!
Our facility is handicapped accessible. Please click the link above for additional information.

Lenten Mid-Weeks
2024-03-06 17:15 - 19:30 | St. James Lutheran Church, 109 York Street, Gettysburg, PA, 17325
Come & Worship…Come & See!
All are welcome to St. James Lutheran Church for Lenten Mid-Week Dinner & Worship.
Dinner is at 5:15 p.m. and worship begins at 6:30 p.m.
Dinner will be provided by
March 6: Faith & Fellowship Class + Movers & Shapers Class
March 13: The Seekers Class
March 20: Church Council
Our Unfailing Light Worship Service will include messages from various church members. The theme for this year’s Lenten Season is What Is Love?
Message given by
March 6: Sally Michael
March 13: Sue Hill
March 20: Matt Teeter
March 27: Gerry Lohuis (Holy Week)
During Holy Week all worship services are at 7:00 p.m. and there is no meal on March 27.
Unfailing Light Worship services will be livestreamed each week.
Directions & Parking Availability
St. James is a Reconciling In Christ congregation; All are Welcome!
Our facility is handicapped accessible. Please click the link above for additional information.

Lenten Mid-Weeks
2024-03-13 17:15 - 19:30 | St. James Lutheran Church, 109 York Street, Gettysburg, PA, 17325
Come & Worship…Come & See!
All are welcome to St. James Lutheran Church for Lenten Mid-Week Dinner & Worship.
Dinner is at 5:15 p.m. and worship begins at 6:30 p.m.
Dinner will be provided by
March 13: The Seekers Class
March 20: Church Council
Our Unfailing Light Worship Service will include messages from various church members. The theme for this year’s Lenten Season is What Is Love?
Message given by
March 13: Sue Hill
March 20: Matt Teeter
March 27: Gerry Lohuis (Holy Week)
During Holy Week all worship services are at 7:00 p.m. and there is no meal on March 27.
Unfailing Light Worship services will be livestreamed each week.
Directions & Parking Availability
St. James is a Reconciling In Christ congregation; All are Welcome!
Our facility is handicapped accessible. Please click the link above for additional information.

Lenten Mid-Weeks
2024-03-20 17:15 - 19:30 | St. James Lutheran Church, 109 York Street, Gettysburg, PA, 17325
Come & Worship…Come & See!
All are welcome to St. James Lutheran Church for Lenten Mid-Week Dinner & Worship.
Dinner is at 5:15 p.m. and worship begins at 6:30 p.m.
Dinner will be provided by
March 20: Church Council
Our Unfailing Light Worship Service will include messages from various church members. The theme for this year’s Lenten Season is What Is Love?
Message given by
March 20: Matt Teeter
March 27: Gerry Lohuis (Holy Week)
During Holy Week all worship services are at 7:00 p.m. and there is no meal on March 27.
Unfailing Light Worship services will be livestreamed each week.
Directions & Parking Availability
St. James is a Reconciling In Christ congregation; All are Welcome!
Our facility is handicapped accessible. Please click the link above for additional information.

Easter Egg Hunt
2024-03-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Hartley Residence, 670 Chestnut Hill Road, Aspers, PA, 17304, United States
St. James Lutheran Church will hold its annual Easter Egg hunt at the Hartley Residence, an artist residency and restoration project, located 18 minutes from the church in Aspers! The picnic will be held from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., Sunday, March 24, at 670 Chestnut Hill Road, Aspers, Pa with the egg hunt starting promptly at 1:30 p.m. (Please note: Sunday, 3/24 is Palm Sunday and a WaterLife worship service at 10:45 a.m.)
All church members and friends are invited!
Bring your family, your easter basket, lawn chairs, blankets, a packed lunch, and even a fishing rod with some bait for a fun-filled outdoor picnic! There’s no cell phone service, so it’ll be a perfect time to reconnect with family, friends, and God’s creation!
Register ahead of time so we can properly plan for the Easter Egg Hunt and for accessible parking.

GCCA: ensemble 132
2024-04-09 19:30 - 21:30 | St. James Worship Space, 109 York Street, Gettysburg
The Gettysburg Community Concert Association is hosting a concert at St. James Lutheran Church on Tuesday, April 9 at 7:30 p.m.
Admission is $20 or membership to GCCA.
Read more below or learn more about GCCA!
ensemble132 is an American chamber music collective of today’s most distinguished young artists. A new, versatile kind of ensemble, e132’s dynamic roster of 11 like-minded musicians unite through their mission to reimagine the chamber music experience. Flexible in size and formation, ensemble132 artists assemble in varying combinations to create a fresh energy and unique color in each performance.
Claiming greater ownership over the interpretive process, ensemble132 stretches the boundaries of chamber music by arranging and performing the full gamut of the classic repertoire. Every e132 concert is crafted to spotlight original arrangements that deliver orchestral magnitude and a soloistic spark to the chamber music stage. At the same time, ensemble132’s musicians bring their artistry of the highest caliber to traditional masterworks as well as unearthed gems.
Getting to St. James
For your convenience, a small parking lot is available at the rear of the church, off Zerfing Alley. There is also handicap accessible parking spaces and a ramp into the rear entrance of the church. An elevator is available in the building as well.
Parking meters line York, Stratton and Middle Streets. Street parking is free on Sundays until 1:00 p.m.
The Gettysburg Parking Garage is within walking distance of the church as well.

Earth Day Concert
2024-04-21 16:00 - 18:00 | St. James Worship Space, 109 York Street, Gettysburg
A Concert and Conversation for Earth Day
Sunday, April 21, 2024
4:00 p.m.
Worship Space, St. James Lutheran Church
All are invited to a concert of original songs and a conversation about Creation Care activities in the year ahead, hosted by the St. James Creation Care Task Force.
Last June St. James member, Will Lane, presented a concert of original songs focused on Building the Beloved Community. Now Will is back to present some new songs exploring and celebrating our complicated relationships with the natural world, along with some musical song settings of nature poems by well-known American poets including Emily Dickinson, Robert Frost, Theodore Roethke, and Jane Kenyon.
A conversation about what comes next for Creation Care later in the year—with light refreshments—will follow the concert in the Gathering Area.
A free will offering will be collected at the concert to benefit Creation Care programming and activities.
Getting to St. James
For your convenience, a small parking lot is available at the rear of the church, off Zerfing Alley. There is also handicap accessible parking spaces and a ramp into the rear entrance of the church. An elevator is available in the building as well.
Parking meters line York, Stratton and Middle Streets. Street parking is free on Sundays until 1:00 p.m.
The Gettysburg Parking Garage is within walking distance of the church as well.

Ordination of Libby Baker-Mikesell
2024-05-05 14:00 - 17:00 | Christ Lutheran Chuch, 30 Chambersburg Street, Gettysburg, PA, 17325
Ordination of Word & Sacrament
Elizabeth Baker-Mikesell
We are most excited to celebrate the Ordination of Word & Sacrament of Elizabeth Baker-Mikesell on Sunday, May 5! All are welcome to attend the service and celebrations following worship. Clergy are invited to process in Pentecost Red.
The Worship Service will begin at 2:00 p.m. at Christ Lutheran Church (30 Chambersburg Street, Gettysburg, PA).
A catered reception will follow at 3:30 p.m. in the dinning room at St. James Lutheran Church (109 York Street, Gettysburg, PA).
Greeters will be present at both locations to answer questions regarding logistics and amenities.
St. James has a handicap ramp and access door at the rear of the church, and an elevator is available to access the dining room on the lower level.
Libby’s ordination will be Livestreamed on the Christ Lutheran YouTube Channel. Please tune in to the worship service!
Parking:
Christ Lutheran Church has minimal parking available. There are 6-8 spots in the rear of Christ Lutheran available for handicap parking. It is encouraged that all with mobility concerns either arrive early and park behind Christ Lutheran or arrange to be dropped off by a friend or family member. It is best to be dropped off at the rear of Christ Lutheran along Zerfing Alley which is accessible off of S. Washington St.
Those who can walk, are encouraged to park at St. James Lutheran Church, utilize street parking downtown, or park in the Race Horse Alley Parking Garage (74 East Racehorse Alley). Downtown metered parking will accept change or pay by the hour using the Park Mobile app. Please note, metered parking is free on Sundays, but only until 1:00 p.m.

Vacation Bible School
2024-06-03 09:00 - 2024-06-07 11:45 | St. James Lutheran Church, 109 York Street, Gettysburg, PA, 17325
St. James Lutheran Church and Christ Lutheran Church host Vacation Bible School each summer, and we’d love to have you for the week!
Stellar VBS: Shine Jesus’ Light
June 3-4, 2024
9:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
at St. James Lutheran Church
109 York Street, Gettysburg
Each morning will be filled with assembly time discussing the theme of the day. There are then small group breakouts by age group with fun and learning opportunities around music & dance, art, science, outdoor playtime, and our beloved story-time!
Daily Messages
Monday: When life feels dark, shine Jesus’ light!
Jesus…said, ‘I am the light of the world. John 8:12
Tuesday: When people don’t get along, shine Jesus’ light!
Live in harmony with each other. – Romans 12:16
Wednesday: When good things happen, shine Jesus’ light!
Shout with joy to the Lord, all the earth! – Psalm 100:1
Thursday: When people are sad, shine Jesus’ light!
Don’t let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God. – John 14:1
Friday: When people need help, shine Jesus’ light!
Let your good deeds shine…so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father. – Matthew 5:16
Register Youth for VBS
Volunteer to Help Out
Please see Adam Michael or Pastor Libby (St. James) or Pastor Steven Herr (Christ Lutheran) with questions.

GCCA: Frisson Ensemble
2024-06-11 19:30 - 21:30 | St. James Worship Space, 109 York Street, Gettysburg
The Gettysburg Community Concert Association is hosting a concert at St. James Lutheran Church on Tuesday, June 11at 7:30 p.m.
Admission is $20 or membership to GCCA.
Read more below or learn more about GCCA!
Frisson is explosive!
Frisson features the best and brightest of classical music’s stars! The group showcases emerging young artists as well as seasoned professionals and has skyrocketed to become one of the leading musical groups. Frisson performs engaging programs for winds, piano trio and piano quartet programs, as well as popular programs featuring music by such composers as Gershwin and Piazzolla. The ensemble performs in over 25 cities annually including appearances in such diverse venues as the Morgan Library and Museum in New York City, for the Da Camera Society in Los Angeles and at the Bermuda Festival.
Frisson comes from the French word meaning “a shiver or a thrill, a sudden feeling of excitement.”
Getting to St. James
For your convenience, a small parking lot is available at the rear of the church, off Zerfing Alley. There is also handicap accessible parking spaces and a ramp into the rear entrance of the church. An elevator is available in the building as well.
Parking meters line York, Stratton and Middle Streets. Street parking is free on Sundays until 1:00 p.m.
The Gettysburg Parking Garage is within walking distance of the church as well.

Watch Liberia Film
2024-06-23 12:00 - 16:00 | St. James Lutheran Church, 109 York Street, Gettysburg, PA, 17325
Liberia Film: “Pray the Devil Back to Hell”
Brian Palmer is a missionary of the ELCA in Liberia. St. James has supported Brian in his ministries for many years. He will be visiting St. James for a ministry presentation & update on Tuesday, June 25 at 7:00 p.m. Event details here.
In preparation for his visit and to greater understand the civil war and women’s peaceful activism in Libera, we will watch the movie “Pray the Devil Back to Hell.” This film is NOT appropriate for children. You can learn more about the film on the Folk Films website.
We will view the film on Sunday, June 23 at noon/after the late worship service at church. Depending on the size of the group will determine where we watch the film. Please RSVP that you will attend, as lunch will be provided.

Visit from Brian Palmer
2024-06-25 19:00 - 21:00 | St. James Lutheran Church, 109 York Street, Gettysburg, PA, 17325
Brian Palmer is an ELCA missionary in Liberia. St. James supports Brian financially each year. Brian will be spending some time with St. James on Tuesday, June 25 to give a presentation and update on his ministry work in Liberia.
If you would like to understand the civil war and women’s peaceful activism in Liberia, we will be watching the film “Pray the Devil Back to Hell” on Sunday, June 23. Event details here.
Plan to gather on Tuesday, June 25 at 7:00 p.m. at church to meet Brian and hear about his work.

Community Concert: Jonathan Rundman
2024-08-14 19:00 - 21:00 | St. James Worship Space, 109 York Street, Gettysburg
“bright, catchy indie-pop” THE NEW YORK TIMES
“Rundman takes lyrical risks that pay off” BILLBOARD
“clever, intelligent songwriting” PASTE MAGAZINE
Born and raised in the isolated Finnish-American communities of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, and now based in Minneapolis, Rundman twists literate lyrics, bedroom pop hooks, Nordic folk atmospherics, and garage rock attitude into his critically acclaimed songs.
You can preview more of Jonathan’s music on his website.
Jonathan Rundman is in Gettysburg at the United Lutheran Seminary the week of August 11-16, facilitating a week-long intensive course about church music and liturgy. He will also be joining us in worship at both Sunday Services on August 11.
Getting to St. James
For your convenience, a small parking lot is available at the rear of the church, off Zerfing Alley. There is also handicap accessible parking spaces and a ramp into the rear entrance of the church. An elevator is available in the building as well.
Parking meters line York, Stratton and Middle Streets.
The Gettysburg Parking Garage is within walking distance of the church as well.

Common Ground Movie
2024-10-15 19:00 - 21:00 | United Lutheran Seminary, 61 Seminary Ridge, Gettysburg, PA, 17325
All are invited, so please mark your calendar for Tuesday, October 15 from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. in the auditorium at Valentine Hall, United Lutheran Seminary (Gettysburg) to view the film Common Ground.
Written as a love story to our children, the film is a sweeping and uplifting story of the pioneers of the “Regenerative Movement” who are forgoing the toxic seeds and sprays pushed by Big Ag in order to produce tremendous quantities of nutritionally dense food while bringing our entire ecosystem back to life.
Common Ground profiles a hopeful movement of white, black, and indigenous farmers who are using alternative “regenerative” models of agriculture that could balance the climate, save our health, and stabilize America’s economy – before it’s too late.
The film is an urgent call to action and a plan for how we can save the future, heal our climate, and fix our broken food system – all through regenerative agriculture.
United Lutheran Seminary
61 Seminary Ridge
Gettysburg, PA
Movie viewing in Valentine Hall
Enter building from the parking lot side, accessible off of Springs Avenue

Reformation
2024-10-26 - 2024-10-27 | St. James Worship Space, 109 York Street, Gettysburg
Reformation is a special celebration in the Lutheran Church starting with Martin Luther’s 95 Theses in 1517.
Rooted in the past and growing into the future, the church must always be reformed in order to live out the love of Christ in an ever-changing world. We celebrate the good news of God’s grace, that Jesus Christ sets us free every day to do this life-transforming work. Trusting in the freedom given to us in baptism, we pray for the church, that Christians will unite more fully in worship and mission.
We worship each weekend
Saturdays at 5:30 p.m. and Sundays at 8:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. All are welcome and we would love for you to come & worship!
Readings for Reformation
Jeremiah 31:31-34
I will write my law in their hearts, says the Lord.
Psalm 46
The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our stronghold. (Ps. 46:7)
Romans 3:19-28
Justified by God’s grace as a gift.
John 8:31-36
Jesus says, Continue in my word and you will know the truth.

Getting to St. James
For your convenience, a small parking lot is available at the rear of the church, off Zerfing Alley. There is also handicap accessible parking spaces and a ramp into the rear entrance of the church. An elevator is available in the building as well.
Parking meters line York, Stratton and Middle Streets. Street parking is free on Sundays until 1:00 p.m.
The Gettysburg Parking Garage is within walking distance of the church as well.
St. James is a Reconciling In Christ congregation; All are Welcome!
Our facility is handicapped accessible.

Hymn Festival: Reformation Celebration
2024-10-27 16:00 - 18:00 | Christ Lutheran Chuch, 30 Chambersburg Street, Gettysburg, PA, 17325
A Hymn Festival for Reformation Sunday
Voices Raised to You
Sunday, October 27, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.
located at Christ Lutheran Church, 30 Chambersburg Street, Gettysburg
Join us as the choirs of Gettysburg’s two historic Lutheran churches lead us on a musical journey through Europe, Africa, and the Americas.
Christ Lutheran Cantor, Cathy Elkiss and St. James’ Minister of Music, Jonathan Noel created this festival to promote the common heritage and historic connection between our churches.
Let us come together and celebrate! The event is free and all are welcome!
Getting to Christ Lutheran
Limited parking is available at the rear of the Christ Lutheran church building, including a handicapped space. Christ Lutheran’s parking lot can be accessed from Zerfing Alley off of South Washington Street. Metered on-street parking is available on Chambersburg Street and around the block.
The Gettysburg Parking Garage is within walking distance of the church.
Christ Lutheran is handicapped accessible via ramps from the front and rear of the church building. The entrance for the elevator is underneath the connecting bridge through the single door on the Christian Education building (44 Chambersburg Street). Take the elevator to the second floor to access the sanctuary.

All Saints
2024-11-02 - 2024-11-03 | St. James Worship Space, 109 York Street, Gettysburg
As part of the All Saints Celebration, we lift up all of the saints who have passed since the last All Saints. We toll the bell, remembering each person individually. This remembrance gives great comfort and peace, and gives those still grieving another opportunity to continue healing.
Of all three years of the lectionary cycle, this year’s All Saints readings have the most tears. Isaiah and Revelation look forward to the day when God will wipe away all tears; in John’s gospel, Jesus weeps along with Mary and all the gathered mourners before he demonstrates his power over death. On All Saints Day we celebrate the victory won for all the faithful dead, but we grieve for our beloved dead as well, knowing that God honors our tears. We bring our grief to the table and find there a foretaste of Isaiah’s feast to come.
We worship each weekend
Saturdays at 5:30 p.m. and Sundays at 8:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. All are welcome and we would love for you to come & worship!
Readings for All Saints
Isaiah 25:6-9
The banquet of the Lord.
Wisdom 3:1-9 (alternate)
The righteous are with God.
Psalm 24
They shall receive blessing from the God of their salvation. (Ps. 24:5)
Revelation 21:1-6a
A new heaven and a new earth.
John 11:32-44
The raising of Lazarus.
Getting to St. James
For your convenience, a small parking lot is available at the rear of the church, off Zerfing Alley. There is also handicap accessible parking spaces and a ramp into the rear entrance of the church. An elevator is available in the building as well.
Parking meters line York, Stratton and Middle Streets. Street parking is free on Sundays until 1:00 p.m.
The Gettysburg Parking Garage is within walking distance of the church as well.
St. James is a Reconciling In Christ congregation; All are Welcome!
Our facility is handicapped accessible.

Family Bowling Night
2025-02-23 16:00 - 18:00 | Rockwell Lanes, 2855 Biglerville Road, Gettysburg, PA, 17325
Sunday, February 23
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Rockwell Lanes, 2855 Biglerville Road
Come for a fun night of bowling…all ages are welcome to come! Youth (18 and under) are covered by the church. Parents and adults are responsible for paying for themselves.
RSVP here so we are sure to reserve enough lanes to get a couple of games in for everyone.

Holy Week
2026-04-01 - 2026-04-03 | St. James Worship Space, 109 York Street, Gettysburg
During Holy Week some communities gather each day to meditate on Jesus’ final days before his death on the cross. Today’s gospel commemorates the anointing of Jesus by Mary, a foreshadowing of his death and burial. Isaiah speaks of the suffering servant who is a light for the nations and who faithfully brings forth justice. For Christians, Jesus’ suffering is the path to resurrection and new life. We eagerly await the celebration of the great Three Days later this week.
March 31 – Holy Tuesday: Stations of the Cross
7:00 p.m.
April 1 – Holy Wednesday: Holden Evening Prayer with Pastoral Dialog.
7:00 p.m. (no dinner)
Livestreamed on our YouTube Channel.
April 2 – Maundy Thursday
7:00 p.m.
Livestreamed on our YouTube Channel.
This evening our Lenten observance comes to an end, and we gather with Christians around the world to celebrate the Three Days of Jesus’ death and resurrection. Tonight we remember Christ’s last meal with his disciples, but the central focus is his commandment that we live out the promise embodied in this meal. As Jesus washed his disciples’ feet, so we are called to give and receive love in humble service to one another. Formed into a new body in Christ through this holy meal, we are transformed by the mercy we have received and carry it into the world. Departing worship in solemn silence, we anticipate the coming days.
April 3 – Good Friday
7:00 p.m.
Livestreamed on our YouTube Channel.
Life and death stand side by side as we enter into Good Friday. In John’s passion account, Jesus reveals the power and glory of God, even as he is put on trial and sentenced to death. Standing with the disciples at the foot of the cross, we pray for the whole world in the ancient bidding prayer, as Christ’s death offers life to all. We gather in solemn devotion, but always with the promise that the tree around which we assemble is indeed a tree of life. We depart silently, and we anticipate the culmination of the Three Days in the Easter Vigil.

Holy Wednesday, Unfailing Light Mid-Week Worship
2025-04-16 19:00 - 20:00 | PA
Wednesday, April 16 – Message by Mark Clowney
These forty days called Lent are like no other. It is our opportune time
to return to the God who rescues,
to receive the gifts of God’s grace,
to believe with the heart and confess with the mouth the wonder of God’s love in Jesus,
and to resist temptation at every turn.
Come & Worship. Come & Prepare this season of Lent.
We will gather in the worship space at 7:00 p.m. for our Unfailing Light mid-week worship services with messages shared by congregation members. This year’s theme is “Treasures in Heaven” and the theme scripture comes from our Ash Wednesday Gospel from Matthew 6: Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth… But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven… Fore where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.
Wednesday, April 16 – Message by Mark Clowney, no dinner as it is Holy Week; all worship services are at 7:00 p.m. and there is no dinner provided
Directions & Parking Availability
St. James is a Reconciling In Christ congregation; All are Welcome!
Our facility is handicapped accessible. Please click the link above for additional information.

Vacation Bible School 2025
2025-06-02 09:00 - 2025-06-06 11:45 | Christ Lutheran Chuch, 30 Chambersburg Street, Gettysburg, PA, 17325
Come take a trek on the ultimate Alaskan adventure where the northern lights shine over majestic mountains, racing rivers, and sparkling glaciers! As youth trek the tundra together, they’ll discover how easy it is to lose sight of what’s true in our wild world today. Guiding them towards Jesus, True North VBS reveals that He is a faithful friend we can always trust. He’s our True North!
Kids will foster a deeper connection with our faithful friend, Jesus, while discovering the great Alaskan frontier and experiencing what it means to trust in Jesus. Prepare for amazing faith connections to unfold!
St. James Lutheran & Christ Lutheran join forces each summer for Vacation Bible School. This year, Christ Lutheran will be hosting True North VBS at their church, located at 30 Chambersburg Street, Gettysburg.
Monday – Friday, June 2-6, 9:00 a.m. until 11:45 a.m.
Pre-School – 5th Grade Youth
All are welcome! This is a FREE community event!
Register your Youth for VBS 2025: True North
Register to Volunteer

Community Dinner & Bluegrass Worship Service
2025-06-07 17:30 - 20:00 | St. James Lutheran Church, 109 York Street, Gettysburg, PA, 17325
St. James is throwing open their doors for a Community Dinner and Bluegrass Worship Service.
All are welcome to attend dinner in our dining room, which begins at 5:30 p.m. Our Evangelism & Fellowship Committee are taking care of the meal, just come as you are and bring a friend!
Dinner Menu:

Turkey
Stuffing
Mashed Potatoes
String Beans
Pasta
Dessert

Please RSVP below so we are sure to prepare enough food. Be sure to click the gray “Submit” button. You’ll also get a confirmation email sent to you.
We will then move up to the worship space for our Bluegrass worship service at 7:00 p.m. We will have vocalists and instrumentalists leading us in up-lifting song. Our worship offering for the evening will benefit the Refugee Resettlement Partnership of Gettysburg, and their Up We Go Campaign to support their education and healthcare funds.
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Directions & Parking Availability
St. James is a Reconciling In Christ congregation; All are Welcome!
Our facility is handicapped accessible. Please click the link above for additional information.

Rally Day & 'God's work. Our hands.' Sunday
2025-09-07 | St. James Lutheran Church, 109 York Street, Gettysburg, PA, 17325
Rally Day is an important day of the year; as traditions remain strong, it is the start of Sunday School for all ages. Youth Sunday School classes have a fun filled first day! We have classes for our Preschool – 5th Graders; Confirmation class for 6th – 8th grade, and we have some new and exciting Sunday activities for our High School youth! Some of our adult Sunday School classes take a break during the summer months, while others continue through the summer, but everyone’s ready to get into a new fall routine! Learn more about our Sunday School classes.
Coincidentally, Rally Day is also ‘God’s work. Our hands.’ Sunday in the ELCA. God’s work. Our hands. Sunday is a significant date in the church, as it is a unified day of service across the nation. Churches all over America participate in community service projects.
St. James church members are active participants in community service events, along with other Lutheran churches in the community like Christ Lutheran in Gettysburg. Sign-up for a service project within Gettysburg and Adams County.
Community Projects include:

Assemble LWR School Kits
Camp Nawakwa Beautification
Lutheran World Relief Quilting
Ruth’s Harvest Food Collection
SpiriTrust Pollinator Garden Care
Fellowship with Agricultural Workers

Details for each Community Project location is included in the sign-up link.

Worship Assistant Training Session
2025-09-21 09:30 - 10:30 | St. James Worship Space, 109 York Street, Gettysburg
All are welcome to our Worship Assistant Training Session on Sunday, September 21. We are trying something different and offering a training between Sunday worship services at 9:30 a.m. Stay tuned for additional trainings during the week.
Our worship services are when we are all together and are our most meaningful opportunities of fellowship and faith. Would you like to play a more active role? We’d love to have you! We have opportunities for adults and youth to lead in worship.
Learn more about the variety of ways you can lead in worship!

Church Picnic
2025-09-28 13:30 - 17:00 | Vossler Farm, 665 Knoxlyn Road, Gettysburg, PA, 17325
Enjoy some good ol’ fashioned country church fellowship on the farm!
The Vosslers invite St. James to come to their farm for our Church Picnic, also known as the Annual Fall Festival & Blessing of the Animals.
We start the afternoon at 1:30 p.m. with the Blessing of the Animals which is a very brief prayer and blessing. Even if you don’t have animals to include in the blessing, all are welcome!
Then we will eat immediately following the blessing around 2:00 p.m. The church will provide pulled pork, rolls, water and lemonade. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. At St. James we always try to go-green so please bring reusable place settings (plates, utensils, napkins). We will have a tent along with tables and chairs. If you’d like to bring your own chair, you are welcome to do that too.
There will also be carnival games and fun for the kids.
Bring the grandkids, bring your friends! Pray for great weather! And we’ll have a grand time!
RSVP to the Church Picnic!
Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Let us know if you'll make it to the Fall Festival & Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, September 28 at the Vossler's Farm.

665 Knoxlyn Road, Gettysburg

Blessing of the Animals - 1:30pm
Fellowship & Food - immediately afterwards, 2:00pm

Bring your animals (large & small, or none at all), a side to share, chairs, and reusable place settings. Pulled pork, rolls and beverages will be provided.

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Bicycle Recycle Event
2025-10-11 09:00 - 12:00 | St. James Lutheran Church, 109 York Street, Gettysburg, PA, 17325
We will be collecting no-longer-used bicycles on Saturday, October 11 in the St. James parking lot from 9:00 a.m. until noon. In the past three years, St. James youth have collected over 300 bicycles and donated them to Recycle Bicycle Harrisburg.
Recycle Bicycle strips bikes for parts and/or refurbishes them for people who need a bike for transportation or recreation. The bike shop is completely volunteer operated, and the bikes are given to people for free.
This is a great community effort supporting the Harrisburg area. You get to clean out some space in your garage or shed, but better yet, you are giving a new opportunity to another individual. They might use the bike to get to and from their work, go to school, visit and care for their family and friends. A simple old bike could open the door to great possibilities for another person!
To donate, please pull into the church parking lot via Zerfing Alley which is off Stratton Street.

Apple Gleaning
2025-10-19 15:00 - 16:30 | Adams County Nusery, 26 Nursery Road, Aspers, PA
Come on out for our annual fall apple picking trip: Apple Gleaning!
Adams County Nursery invites St. James & Christ Lutheran Churches to come pick apples on Sunday, October 19 at 3:00 p.m. The apples that we glean from the orchard will be donated to SCCAP’s food pantry, New Hope Ministries, Adam’s Rescue Mission, United Lutheran Seminary, St. James Early Learning Center, John’s Meals in Biglerville, and the Hanover Council of Churches.
In year’s past we have picked and donated about 40 bushels of apples.

Family Halloween Party
2025-10-21 17:00 - 19:00 | St. James Lutheran Church, 109 York Street, Gettysburg, PA, 17325
All are invited to this ever growing community-wide Family Halloween Party at St. James.
We decorate our gathering area and worship space for some unearthly fun. We have carnival games to play. Our Youth Minister, Adam Michael organizes great games and activities for the youth. And we have a few snacks on hand in case anyone gets the munchies. We dim the lights in our worship space, and our Minister of Music, Jonathan Noel, plays eerie (but fun!) music on our organ. It really is a great evening for the whole family!
Then we go out onto the steps of the church and Youth House to watch the Gettysburg Halloween Parade along York Street. In the event of rain, we will post-pone our event, as it is in-junction with the Gettysburg Halloween Parade.
Check out the video of Jonathan playing organ music!
Directions & Parking Availability
St. James is a Reconciling In Christ congregation; All are Welcome!
Our facility is handicapped accessible. Please click the link above for additional information.
