St James' Church
Sydney NSW
2000
Who we are
HERITAGE, HOSPITALITY AND THE MYSTERY OF GOD
Situated in the heart of Sydney, St James’ Church is now approaching its 200th anniversary. The Parish is an open and inclusive Christian community that seeks to live out the good news of Christ through its many activities of worship, welfare support to the homeless and needy, pastoral care, educational programmes and music ministries. We are a diverse group of people that welcomes all, regardless of age, race, sexual orientation or religion.
THE PARISH MISSION
To be a faithful and inclusive Anglican community in the heart of Sydney which proclaims Jesus Christ, grows in the Holy Spirit, and shares God’s gracious love with all.
THE PARISH VISION
To provide a place where we deepen our knowledge of God, we open ourselves to God’s healing love, and we serve our neighbour with humility.
WHO WE ARE
Saint James’ Church is the oldest surviving church building in Sydney. It was built in 1824 and has been part of the Christian church scene in Sydney for nearly 185 years. When you visit us you will find that our worship style is a bit different to the predominant style of Anglican worship in the Sydney area. We make use of robes and we use incense in some of our worship. We also have a very fine Choir that sings and leads the worship at the 11.00am Choral Eucharist with beautiful settings that are often musically complicated. The relevance and contemporary immediacy of the Christian message is expressed at St James’ in forms that remind us of the continuity of Anglican tradition. So when you visit us you will find that our worship style is very much in the mainstream tradition of Anglican worship worldwide.
St James’ has a deservedly fine reputation for its music. In addition to the Choir, the church has a fine organ and we host many concerts throughout the year. Our series of Lunchtime Concerts on Wednesdays at 1:15pm is particularly popular with those who work in the city.
The St James’ Institute was established in 2007 to provide a comprehensive programme of events and activities that can teach, nourish and inspire us in our Christian lives. The programme is very wide-ranging; you are sure to find something to interest you. To walk around St James’ is to take a tour of the history of the old penal colony and of the state of New South Wales itself. The architect, Francis Greenway, was a convict and the bricks were laid with convict labour. The church contains a rare collection of 19th century marble memorials, a unique Children’s Chapel and an extensive sandstone Crypt, all of which are well worth a visit. Do come and visit us. We hope to see you soon.
Situated in the heart of Sydney, St James’ Church is now approaching its 200th anniversary. The Parish is an open and inclusive Christian community that seeks to live out the good news of Christ through its many activities of worship, welfare support to the homeless and needy, pastoral care, educational programmes and music ministries. We are a diverse group of people that welcomes all, regardless of age, race, sexual orientation or religion.
THE PARISH MISSION
To be a faithful and inclusive Anglican community in the heart of Sydney which proclaims Jesus Christ, grows in the Holy Spirit, and shares God’s gracious love with all.
THE PARISH VISION
To provide a place where we deepen our knowledge of God, we open ourselves to God’s healing love, and we serve our neighbour with humility.
WHO WE ARE
Saint James’ Church is the oldest surviving church building in Sydney. It was built in 1824 and has been part of the Christian church scene in Sydney for nearly 185 years. When you visit us you will find that our worship style is a bit different to the predominant style of Anglican worship in the Sydney area. We make use of robes and we use incense in some of our worship. We also have a very fine Choir that sings and leads the worship at the 11.00am Choral Eucharist with beautiful settings that are often musically complicated. The relevance and contemporary immediacy of the Christian message is expressed at St James’ in forms that remind us of the continuity of Anglican tradition. So when you visit us you will find that our worship style is very much in the mainstream tradition of Anglican worship worldwide.
The St James’ Institute was established in 2007 to provide a comprehensive programme of events and activities that can teach, nourish and inspire us in our Christian lives. The programme is very wide-ranging; you are sure to find something to interest you. To walk around St James’ is to take a tour of the history of the old penal colony and of the state of New South Wales itself. The architect, Francis Greenway, was a convict and the bricks were laid with convict labour. The church contains a rare collection of 19th century marble memorials, a unique Children’s Chapel and an extensive sandstone Crypt, all of which are well worth a visit. Do come and visit us. We hope to see you soon.
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Leadership
Leader Name:
The Reverend Andrew Sempell BA (UNE), BTh (Hons), Dip Min (ACT)
Leader Position:
Rector
Phone:
Leader Email:
Click here to contact The Reverend Andrew Sempell BA (UNE), BTh (Hons), Dip Min (ACT)
Other Church Leaders:
The Reverend John Stewart B.Min (ACD), Associate Rector
Administration
Admin Name:
Dianne Ward
Admin Position:
Office Administrator
Admin Address:
Level 1
169-171 Phillip Street
Sydney
New South Wales
2000
169-171 Phillip Street
Sydney
New South Wales
2000
Phone:
Fax:
(02) 9232 4182
Admin Email:
Click here to contact Dianne Ward
Mailing Address
Level 1
169-171 Phillip Street
Sydney
2000
169-171 Phillip Street
Sydney
2000
St James' Church Service Times
Regular Sunday Services
7:45am Said Eucharist
9:00am Sung Eucharist
11:00am Choral Eucharist
On the last Sunday of each month from February to November, Choral Evensong takes place at 4:00pm.
Weekday Services
12:30pm Eucharist – Monday to Friday
A Prayer Book for Australia, 1995.
6:15pm Choral Evensong – Wednesday
With the Choir, using the Book of Common Prayer, 1662. Evening services follow the Anglican liturgical calendar unless displaced by a Feast Day Choral Eucharist.
6:15pm Healing Eucharist (Guild of St Raphael)
On the first Tuesday of the month in the Church, except January.
Children’s Eucharist
On the first Sunday of each month there is a special service for the Kids@Church children in the Children’s Chapel in the Crypt, starting at 9:00am. Children participate in this service by reading the Gospel, leading the intercessions and assisting the celebrant. You are welcome to join them, if you wish. The service follows the Eucharist form, with a service book specially prepared for children.
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7:45am Said Eucharist
9:00am Sung Eucharist
11:00am Choral Eucharist
On the last Sunday of each month from February to November, Choral Evensong takes place at 4:00pm.
Weekday Services
12:30pm Eucharist – Monday to Friday
A Prayer Book for Australia, 1995.
6:15pm Choral Evensong – Wednesday
With the Choir, using the Book of Common Prayer, 1662. Evening services follow the Anglican liturgical calendar unless displaced by a Feast Day Choral Eucharist.
6:15pm Healing Eucharist (Guild of St Raphael)
On the first Tuesday of the month in the Church, except January.
Children’s Eucharist
On the first Sunday of each month there is a special service for the Kids@Church children in the Children’s Chapel in the Crypt, starting at 9:00am. Children participate in this service by reading the Gospel, leading the intercessions and assisting the celebrant. You are welcome to join them, if you wish. The service follows the Eucharist form, with a service book specially prepared for children.
It's been more than 6 years since the last service times update. Please make sure to contact the church to confirm service times.
Please contact the church to confirm Service Times or SUBSCRIBE to updates below
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St James' Church History
Forgive us
O God, forgive the poverty and the pettiness of our prayers . Listen not to our words but to the yearnings of our hearts. Hear beneath our petitions the crying of our need.
St James' Church listing was last updated on the 5th of May, 2017
