St Thomas Episcopal Church at Park Circle

03/31/2022

https://cfdiocese.org/cfe/the-rev-dr-james-taylor-called-to-activate-faith-at-st-george-the-villages/
An article was written by the diocese about my new ministry at St. George Episcopal Church. Click on the article to read. Blessings.

On Feb. 13, 2022, The Rt. Rev. Gregory O. Brewer presided and preached at the Celebration of New Ministry and Installation of The Rev. Dr. James Taylor as rector of St. George, The Villages, coinciding with the feast day of Absalom Jones.

11/27/2021

On Sunday, November 21st it was my final weekly worship service at St. Thomas. I would like to thank the Vestry and all parishioners for their support. The Vestry gave Mom and me a very nice luncheon on Saturday at the home of Dennis and Michelle. The reception after the worship service was very nice. God's blessings in the future to all.

11/17/2021

I had a wonderful visit with Bishop Ruth and received the Bishop's Cross. Thank you, Bishop, for publicly honoring my ministry in this way. May God continue to bless your episcopate and time in the Diocese of South Carolina.

11/13/2021

At the 231st Diocesan Convention, I was blessed and honored to receive the Bishop's Cross from Bishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley. This was her inaugural Convention and first time presenting the Bishop's Cross. Our Convention was hybrid. Some people attended in-person and others were on Zoom. Our delegates attended by Zoom. Thank you Bishop Ruth for recognizing my ministry to the diocese as treasurer in this way. Blessings

11/10/2021

This past Sunday, St. Thomas had a double baptism. Imogen Faye Smith and Michael Patrick Youells were welcomed into the family of God and marked as Christ's own forever. I had the privilege to perform the wedding for both of these couples. Life continues to move forward. May the love and grace of God shine in their lives forever.

10/18/2021

St. George Has A New Rector
We are thrilled to announce that on January 2, 2022, The Reverend Dr. James Taylor will join St George as our rector and spiritual leader. St. George is located in The Villages, Florida.

The Rev. Dr. James Taylor is a lifelong Episcopalian. After graduating with his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, he responded to God’s call to the priesthood by enrolling at The Virginia Theological Seminary (VTS). He graduated and was ordained in 1992. Father Jim continued his education at VTS and in 2014 he completed his Doctor of Ministry degree, writing his Project Thesis on stewardship; Transforming the Giver: Effecting Congregational Giving Patterns Through Faith, Gratitude, Formation, and Proclamation.
Father Jim Taylor has applied these impressive credentials over the past thirty years at six congregations in North and South Carolina, most recently serving 18 years as rector of St Thomas Episcopal Church in North Charleston, SC.

“I was drawn to the parish of St. George because it is a loving Christian community committed to worshiping God and serving our neighbors. The staff and music program provide spiritual gifts to everyone that gives great hope and inspiration. I am eager to work in collaboration with parishioners as we build on a strong foundation of ministry.”

Father Jim relaxes by working out at the gym, enjoying leisurely walks, and is a ‘closet techie’ experimenting with website design.

10/01/2021

For the Bishop Consecration of Ruth Woodliff-Stanely, the diocese asked each church to donate a flower arrangement for Saturday. We had Fredericks Florist put together a special arrangement for St. Thomas. Thanks to Edith Reeves for working with Frederick's to make this beautiful creation. Blessings.

09/16/2021

A big thank you to Frances Bennage and Edith Shotwell Reeves for delivering the donated school supplies to our local schools. The supplies were given to Hursey Elementary and North Charleston Elementary Schools. Thank you to everybody that donated to this important ministry. Blessings.

09/13/2021

It was another blessed day at St. Thomas. We gave thanks for the school supplies given, had fellowship time outside with snacks, and attendance was wonderful. Blessings to all.