St. James United Methodist Church

St. James United Methodist Church St. James UMC is a visible and relevant community of faith connecting people through ministries that empower them to continuous growth as whole persons

***UPDATE***


Sunday School -
Sunday Worship Service- 10:00 am
*Sweet Hour of Prayer- 6:00 pm
*Tuesday Night Bible Study- 7:00pm
*(By Conference Call)

Wednesday Afternoon Bible Study -
Contemporary Worship Service -

03/08/2026

St. James UMC Live

01/31/2026

Weekly Announcements

Upcoming Church Events & Meetings

*Tuesday, February 3 at 6:00 PM
Sweet Hour of Prayer

*Wednesday February 4 at 6:00 PM
Christian Ed/ Sunday School Meeting

*Saturday, February 7 at 10:00 AM
Children and Youth Choir Rehearsal

Student Recognition / Awards Day
Date: Sunday, February 8
Time: During Morning Worship
Important:
Please submit student verification information to Ms. Geneva Bowman, Ms. Jennifer Adams, or Ms. Celeste Butler no later than Sunday February 1, 2026.

Black History Month Celebration – February 2026
We are excited to celebrate Black History Month with reflection, education, and community engagement throughout February.
Weekly Moments in Black History
Beginning next Sunday and continuing each Sunday in February, we will highlight significant figures, events, and achievements in Black history.
African Attire All Month
Members are encouraged to wear African attire throughout the month as we celebrate our heritage and culture.
Black History Trivia
Join us every Sunday for Black History trivia.
The Question for February 1, 2026, is:
What is the official Black History Month theme for 2026?
The Question for February 8, 2026, is:
What song, often sung in church, became a hymn of the Civil Rights movement?
Annual Black History Program
Scheduled for the fourth Sunday of February. More details are coming soon.
Let’s make February a month of celebration, education, and unity! 💛🖤❤️

Church Membership & Financial Updates
Contact Information Update
If your contact information has changed during the past year, please see an usher for an update form and return the completed form to Ms. Wanda Evans, Membership Chairperson.
Financial Statements
Members requesting a printed copy of their 2025 Financial Statement may see Ms. Wanda Evans, Financial Secretary, or call 803-775-2048.

2026 Church Calendar & Event Planning
The Calendar for 2026 is now available in the Fellowship Hall.
Attention Choir Presidents & Ministry Chairs:
Please ensure that all meetings, special services, events, and all choir rehearsals are added to the calendar, including:
Sanctuary Choir
Children and Youth Choir
Praise Team
AIM Choir
United Methodist Men
Going forward, calendar postings will be the primary method of communication. Announcements from the floor will no longer be provided.
Questions?
Please contact Ms. Mildred Cato, Mr. David Johnson, or Ms. Delores McMillan.

01/31/2026

St. James United Methodist Church Family,

Due to the forecast of approaching inclement weather, our Sunday, February 1, 2026 worship service is canceled for in-person attendance.

We will still gather for worship by conference call. Please find the conference call information below and join us as you are able.

Conference Call Number: 1-717-908-1962

Passcode: 7419902

We ask that you please help us by spreading the word to fellow church members.

You may continue to support the ministry through tithes and offerings via Cash App. That information is also listed below.

$stjames720

Thank you for your understanding, and please stay safe and keep warm.

Blessings,
St. James United Methodist Church

01/27/2026

Sweet Hour of Prayer Tuesday's @ 6:00 PM.
Conference call (717) 908-1962; Code 7419902

01/24/2026

Out of an abundance of caution for our members, tomorrow's services have been cancelled.

01/06/2026

Join St. James for sweet hour of prayer on Tuesdays at 6:00 pm. Conference call details: 717-908-1962, Code 741-9902.

10/06/2025

Parsonage Indoor Yard Sale
Discover exceptional value on all items!
Enjoy competitively priced treasures perfect for you .

Join us on Saturday October 11, 2025
From 9:00am to 12:00pm
Location: 911 North Guignard Drive, Sumter, SC 29150

Come early for the best selection! We look forward to seeing you there!

08/17/2025

St. James Church cordially invites you to their Annual Revival on Sunday, August 24th at 6:00 PM and Monday, August 25th at 7:00 PM. The Annual Revival Theme is "He's still on the Throne". We are blessed to have Rev. Rickey Stuckey of Hartsville, SC. Please join us as we worship our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Address

720 Broad Street
Sumter, SC
29150

Telephone

(803) 773-4983

Website

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