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 St James The Great 

St James’ the Great is an ancient place of worship with a welcoming atmosphere. It has the feel of a much-loved church at the centre of a village community, and indeed some members of the congregation have been attending for much of their lives.  

 

It is open to visitors every day from 9 am – 5 pm.

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We love coffee and cake at St. James and always serve it after every Communion.  Additionally we are happy to look for any other excuse – Mothering Sunday, a special birthday, a Royal commemoration …

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Our curate is Rev. Chris Absolon. Services are held every Sunday at 9.30 am, are fairly traditional in nature and follow this pattern:

 

1st and 3rd Sunday       

Parish Communion (printed service sheets)

 

2nd and 4th Sunday      

Morning Service (printed service sheets)

 

5th Sunday                     

Morning Service (Book of Common Prayer)

 

There are occasional exceptions, with special events, or services at a slightly later time, which are shown below in the Upcoming Events section. Services can be lay-led, but sermons are always preached by an ordained or licensed member of the church.

 

We love to see families, from within or outside the parish, keeping our church vibrant and alive.  Everyone is welcome, particularly new residents of the village.

If you can't get to church in person then online services are available in our benefice from Holy Trinity Combe Down just use the buttons below.  Live Stream on Sundays 9am or 10.45am.  Catch-Up at other times

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  • Carol Service at St James
    Carol Service at St James
    Tue, 24 Dec
    St James The Great
    24 Dec 2024, 16:00
    St James The Great , South Stoke, Bath BA2 7DX, UK
    24 Dec 2024, 16:00
    St James The Great , South Stoke, Bath BA2 7DX, UK
    Join us at 4pm for a beautiful carol service
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  • Christmas Communion at St James
    Christmas Communion at St James
    Wed, 25 Dec
    St James The Great
    25 Dec 2024, 10:00
    St James The Great , South Stoke, Bath BA2 7DX, UK
    25 Dec 2024, 10:00
    St James The Great , South Stoke, Bath BA2 7DX, UK
    A service of Christmas celebration with communion led by Rev. Chris Absolon
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  • Christingle Service
    Christingle Service
    Sun, 08 Dec
    St James The Great
    08 Dec 2024, 15:00 – 16:00
    St James The Great , South Stoke, Bath BA2 7DX, UK
    08 Dec 2024, 15:00 – 16:00
    St James The Great , South Stoke, Bath BA2 7DX, UK
    Christingles are oranges wrapped in red tape, decorated with dried fruit or sweets, with a candle on the top. They are made by the children as part of the service. Each element of a Christingle has a special meaning and helps to tell the Christian story.
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