Our Work in the World
Christ has no body now on earth but yours;no hands but yours; no feet but yours.
Yours are the eyes through which the compassion of Christ must look out on the world.
Yours are the feet with which He is to go about doing good.
Yours are the hands with which He is to bless His people.--Teresa of Avali
Yours are the eyes through which the compassion of Christ must look out on the world.
Yours are the feet with which He is to go about doing good.
Yours are the hands with which He is to bless His people.--Teresa of Avali
St. James the Less has a long history of caring for people in our community. Not only do we give of our treasure, but we also give of our time and talent. The monies raised through our regular budget, as well as special events such as the Beatles Mass & Silent Auction and the Lobster Sale, support our “boots on the ground” efforts to be the hands and feet of Christ.
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The Grove of Northbrook
A suburban nursing home in location only, The Grove serves an unique and underserved resident population., with many of them supported only by Medicaid. Volunteers from St. James the Less conduct worship services on Wednesday afternoons twice a month. We collect clothing, and books and magazines for the residents and sponsor a trip to the Chicago Botanic Garden each summer. We also provide Christmas gifts for each resident and sponsor the monthly resident birthday parties.
Worship with The Grove
A social distanced video of a brief Worship Service based on John 10 I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly. |
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Living Compass
Seeking to be a place of healing and hope to our community, St. James the Less offers programming designed to stimulate conversation and spiritual awareness.
Upcoming Programming
December 4 -- Living Well in the Midst of Grief and Loss December 20 -- Potluck and Longest Night Service January 11 -- Marriage Enrichment |
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Days for Girls
Days for Girls empowers women and girls world-wide through sustainable menstrual care and health education. St. James the Less parishioners help t make menstrual care kits to be shipped overseas as well as coordinate the making of kits locally in Madagascar, providing work for local women. More info at Days for Girls
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Diocese of Toliara, Madagascar
St. James the Less has a relationship with the Diocese of Toliara in southern Madagascar. Members of our parish have visited the diocese, assisting with projects and teaching. Our Rector was invited to speak at the ordination of the first woman priest in August 2019. Each year a portion of our outreach money goes to the Diocese of Toliara.
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