Milestones
St. James’s 5th graders and their parents are invited to participate in this blessing each spring. We celebrate and honor these children as they move from the Children’s Ministry into Youth Ministry, and begin middle school.
The clergy and Youth Ministry are honored and excited to walk with youth through their confirmation preparation process. We like to think of Confirmation as “base camp” on your spiritual journey. It’s neither your point of origin, nor your destination, but a place to rest, grow, and be equipped for your spiritual journey.
In tenth grade, many youth take on increased responsibility at home, begin to drive, or even gain part-time employment. And for their parents, we recognize this is a significant, exciting, and sometimes challenging time, as they learn to trust their child with more autonomy. St. James’s offers our 10th graders gifts and prayers for this moment in their lives, as a reminder that God and your church family love you dearly and are here to support you as you grow.
We celebrate, recognize, and bless our graduating high school seniors and their parents with a special milestone liturgy and reception. Unlike a formal graduation ceremony, this is a relaxed but important opportunity to thank God for all that has been and to offer prayers for your entire family as you enter a new season of life.
