Announcements

St. James Annual School Supply Drive- Starting now until July 31, 2026, St. James Evangelism, Mission, and Outreach will be collecting donations of the following school supplies for the 2026-27 school year at Mesilla Park Community School: wide ruled composition books, boxes of 8 count crayons, child safe scissors, boxes of 24 count crayons, boxes of colored pencils, boxes of 8 count washable markers, folder with pockets, three-hole punch folders,

wide ruled lined paper, #2 pencils, pencil boxes. NO BACKPACKS NEEDED AT THIS TIME!!! Thank you for helping make this school year successful for the students at Mesilla Park Community School. Donations can be dropped in the large container in the narthex of the sanctuary.

Saint James’ Cool Summer Jazz Concert—Beat the heat this Friday at 6:00p.m. and come cool off at the First Saint James’ Jazz Concert. This Friday’s concert features the kool stylings of The Josh Ruiz Quartet followed by a reception in the Parish Hall.

Adult Spiritual Education Forum— July 13, 2026. Monday, Adult Spiritual Education Forum, 5:30 pm., St. James Episcopal Church, Library. Facilitator: Lee Webb. Topic: “Chapter 5. A Holy Rhythm of Life: Benedict and His Rule”, from the book, “Spiritual Masters by Archbishop Emeritus, Alfred C. Hughes. ALL ARE WELCOME. Info.: Terry Meyer, 575-571-2964.

Ladies Luncheon—On Friday July 24 at 11:30a.m. the Ladies of Saint James’ will be having their monthly luncheon at Cattle Baron. Please RSVP with Phala White (575-639-3553) by Wednesday July 22.

Flower Guild—We are excited to share that Saint James is forming a newly created Flower Guild! If you have a passion for flowers, love creating beautiful arrangements, or simply want to help beautify our sacred spaces, we would love for you to join us. No prior experience is necessary, just a willing heart and a desire to serve.

If you are interested in joining or learning more, please reach out to Father Peter. Father Peter will be training all flower guild lovers.