Weddings
St. James is glad to join in marriage couples that believe
that faith is an important part of the sacrament of marriage. Pre-marriage
counseling as well as a wedding coordinator make wedding day go smoothly. For
more information or to check availability please call the church office at
763-537-3653. Note: member rates apply to those that are members of St. James
at the time the wedding is placed on the church calendar.
Baptisms
The sacrament of
baptism is an important part of the faith journey. Children and adults are
welcomed into the community of Christ during Sunday morning worship, so the
entire congregation may bear witness to this commitment made before God. Parents
meet with one of the pastors on an individual basis to make baptismal plans.
Funerals
St. James helps
families say goodbye to their loved ones during funeral and memorial services. A
lunch is provided by the St. James Lutheran Church women, so that everyone can
share their memories and stories about their loved one.
Hospital Visits
The pastors at St.
James are glad to make visits to pray with and even bring communion to those
that are hospitalized. Please let us know if you or a family member is in need
of a visit from a pastor.
Shut In Visits
The pastors at St.
James make regular visits with communion to members that are no longer able to
make it to church. This is a way for these people to remain connected to St.
James and to their faith. Occasionally the congregation will sign a card for
these shut in members to let them know that they are in our thoughts and
prayers.
Prayer Shawl
Ministry
Prayer shawls made
with love and prayers by members of St. James are often brought to people that
are in special need of prayers.
Prayer Request
All prayer
requests start in the church office by calling 763-537-3653 or
emailing us. The prayer is then passed on through a phone chain to other
members of St. James that will prayer about your request. Please include who you
are, relationship to person needing prayers, and what type of prayers are
needed.
Paris Nurse
St. James, in collaboration with First Lutheran Church of
Crystal and House of Hope Lutheran Church, now has a parish nurse. Please
contact the church office for more information. |