About St. James
St. James is a welcoming, Christ-centered community that provides opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to grow together in faith through worship, education, fellowship and outreach.
Welcome to St. James Episcopal Church, Downingtown.
Whatever brings you to St. James', you are most welcome! We'd value the chance to get to know you in person and help you connect with the worshipping life of our community. Do text/call Father Richard on (610) 998-5783 or email him at richard@sjecd.org if you'd like to get together for a coffee or just an appointment in the office and get to know more about us.
St. James’ is a Gospel-centered community, part of the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania since 1843. Our members have a strong desire to live out the good news of God in Jesus Christ in their lives, their families and their community.
We strive to be a welcoming, caring, and inclusive community – reflecting Saint Paul’s understanding of a church as a dedicated group of followers that reaches out and cares for one another.
Here, we believe that the church is not simply a building; but people – a diverse yet tight-knit community that serves God through worship, education, and outreach. Our growing and vibrant worship parish provides opportunities for individuals of all ages to grow in the knowledge and love of Jesus Christ.
For the Community
St. James' Preschool
A caring and nurturing first step in your child’s educational journey.
St. James' Thrift Shop
Open Tuesday and Wednesday 1:30-4:00 and Saturday 10:00-2:00 pm.
St. James’ is committed to enhancing the life of the Downingtown community, not only as a major focus of outreach activities, but also with our participation in the life of the community. Our Thrift Shop, preschool and support of the Lord’s Pantry (which was originally housed at St. James’) – as well as our annual participation in the Downingtown Good Neighbor Christmas parade – attest to our connection with our neighbors.
Our mission today is reflected in the Baptismal Covenant of The Episcopal Church:
To continue in the worship, teaching and fellowship of God’s people, to proclaim by word and example the Good News of God in Christ, to seek and serve Christ in all persons, and to respect the dignity of every human being.
You'll find us at 409 E. Lancaster Avenue in Downingtown, just east of the junction of Lancaster Avenue and Route 113 and right across from East Ward Elementary School.
St James' Episcopal Church
409 E. Lancaster Ave, Downingtown, PA 19335
(610) 269-1774
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