Beginning in 2025, as part of our church growth campaign, we are inviting church members to share their “St. James story.” These “stories” will highlight how St. James is a welcoming congregation and what makes people decide to remain at St. James. Writers will also share what it means to be part of our congregation.
Each story will be featured in our monthly newsletter, The Messenger, and will also be posted here in the St. James Storytelling Blog. Videos of the storyteller will also be posted in the blog/on YouTube.
We hope you enjoy these personal stories over the coming year!
St. James Storytelling – January 2025
A Deep Welcome, by Will Lane I was first drawn to St. James by its members, people I worked with over the years or simply knew as friends or mentors. I loved their laughter and their non-dogmatic way of living their Christianity. They helped me …