The St. PJ’s Jazz Collective proudly presets an evening of spirit-filled music at their Spring Jazz Concert! Join us in the Episcopal Church of St. Paul and St. James’ sanctuary for a night of live jazz presented by members of the collective, led by pianist Dylan Rowland. Tickets are 25.00 each, and children 12 and under get in for free!
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Witness Stones Project: Student Presentations and Dedication of Memorial Tablets at St. James, New London
This event, a part of the Tercentennial Celebration at St. James New London, honors the lives and humanity of the two slaves recorded in Bishop Samuel Seabury’s 1796 estate inventory: Nell, 38, and her daughter Rose, 9.
The event is the capstone of a history class project at the Williams School in New London. Students have studied archival documents newly researched by the Witness Stones Project staff and will give their presentations at this event. The 60-voice Killingly High School choir will also perform.
All parishioners and the general public are invited to attend the presentations and tablet dedications, followed by a light reception in the parish hall.
Celebrating the Feast Day of Absalom Jones St. Paul’s on the Green, Norwalk
This year, the Episcopal Church in Connecticut will celebrate the official feast day of the Rev. Absalom Jones, the first African American Episcopal priest on Sunday, February 16, at 4 pm. Join with the ECCT Racial Healing, Justice, and Reconciliation Ministry Network and fellow Episcopalians from across the diocese for a special service of Holy Eucharist at St. Paul’s on the Green, 60 East Ave., Norwalk CT.
The Rev. Dr. Tommy Watson will be the preacher, and The Rt. Rev. Jeff Mello will be the chief Celebrant. Together, we will honor the life and ministry of Absalom Jones and reflect on the enduring legacy of Black Episcopal saints whose faith and witness continue to inspire. Following the service, all are welcome to gather for a festive reception, offering an opportunity to connect, share stories, and celebrate in community. We hope to see you there!
Read more about the Rev. Absalom Jones here: https://www.episcopalcommonprayer.org/…/lesser_feasts….
The Rev. Dr. Tommy Watson will be the preacher, and The Rt. Rev. Jeff Mello will be the chief Celebrant. Together, we will honor the life and ministry of Absalom Jones and reflect on the enduring legacy of Black Episcopal saints whose faith and witness continue to inspire. Following the service, all are welcome to gather for a festive reception, offering an opportunity to connect, share stories, and celebrate in community. We hope to see you there!
Read more about the Rev. Absalom Jones here: https://www.episcopalcommonprayer.org/…/lesser_feasts….
Set us free, heavenly Father, from every bond of prejudice and fear; that, honoring the steadfast courage of your servant Absalom Jones, we may show forth in our lives the reconciling love and true freedom of the children of God, which you have given us in your Son our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
