Honor the dead, and cherish the living. To me, that's what All Saints' is all about. Any time we talk about those who've already died, or our own mortality, we're also reminding ourselves to take our lives more seriously--and at the same time, more lightly--here and now. It's a well worn line, perhaps, but still one of the best in contemporary poetry: "Tell me, what is you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" (Mary Oliver). That question looms over this weekend as we celebrate All Saints' and All Souls' Days. 

Join us this Sunday at both services for a celebration of those who've gone before. We'll read the necrology at both 9 & 10:30 am, and enjoy some wonderful music at 10:30. Afterward, Father Daniel will be leading a forum in the Isom Room on "Last Things," where we'll begin (among other things) to plan our funerals. It's more fun than you might think! Thinking about such things in advance helps clarify what's important, and how we'd like to be remembered. It also saves your family a lot of time and trouble after you're gone! Hope you can join us. 

And of course beyond all this are our other weekend activities: Morning Prayer online on Friday, the Fordham Pantry on Saturday, and Confirmation class Sunday evening. 

Peace to all, and look forward to seeing you Sunday + Mo. Storm

Thursday Choristers 5:00 pm (2nd-8th graders) and Adult Choir, 7:00 pm

Thursday Spiritual Threads, 7:00 pm

Friday Morning Prayer Online, 9:00 am (at our Youtube Channel)

Saturday Fordham Food Pantry, 8:00 am

Sunday Services 9:00 and 10:30 am

Children's Chapel at the 10:30 AM Service

Preacher: The Rev. Astrid Storm, Celebrant: The Daniel Bentley

Confirmation Class, 5:30 pm

Spiritual Threads provides a space to reflect on our lives together. Bring whatever craft you're working on, or just come enjoy the conversation. Whether you knit, crochet, quilt, needlepoint, or just like being around people who do, we'll all explore our spirituality and develop new friendships.

The Fordham Pantry is a great way for the whole family to get involved in helping others in our area. Volunteers pack 300+ grocery bags for the food-insecure in the neighborhood of our partner parish, St. James Episcopal Church in Fordham. To be added to the email distribution list for this ministry (where you'll receive reminders and occasional updates), click the button below and we'll add you to our list.

Fr. Daniel will gently guide participants through practical conversations about funeral planning. This is intended for any adult of any age. We will discuss Episcopal theology of funerals and burial rites as well as work to plan details of our own funerals to include scripture readings and hymn choices.

In last Sunday's sermon, Deacon Wendy preached on Jesus' summary of the law, to love God and neighbor. She emphasized the importance of seeing the whole person in those whom we help, and bringing our whole selves to our service of others. From the sermon:

 If love means seeking the good of another person, then we must be willing to look beyond the task in front of us and see the person who is standing before us.  The people who come to a food pantry are more than people who need groceries. The people we meet on the Breakfast Run are more than people who need a meal. The children who receive backpacks are more than recipients of donations. Each person has a story, a family, hopes, struggles, and most importantly, gifts.

Christian love calls us to see the whole person.

“Intimate, immaculately fashioned” -The New York Times

Join us for an intimate evening of chamber music by the renowned Helicon Ensemble on Friday, November 6th at 7pm.  They will present their program “Children of Orpheus”. Their 2026-27 season also includes performances at The Baryshnikov Arts Center and The Frick Collection. A great opportunity to hear them at St James!

Click the button below for more information and tickets. Tickets can also be purchased in-person during coffee hour on Sunday.

Advance ticket purchase recommended!

Children's Chapel takes place weekly on Sundays at 10:35 am. More than a new name (and mascot! pictured above), this is a fresh way for our youngest members to worship together during the first part of our Sunday Holy Communion service. Kids will gather for a short, joyful liturgy filled with prayer, song, and stories from the Bible—then dive into hands-on formation activities that bring the day's lesson to life. Chapel is led by our High School interns, with support from our clergy. Victoria, our music director, will be teaching our Cherubs a new song each month to be shared at the 10:30 am. service! Children's Chapel takes place during the first half of the 10:30 am service. Everyone begins worship together, with the kids leaving after the opening Collect and returning for Communion.

Confirmation classes for kids 7th-12th grades take place Sunday evenings during the school year in this two-year program, culminating in confirmation by the bishop. All are welcome. Taught by the clergy of St. James. For the schedule and list of classes, click here. For questions, email Fr. Daniel at curate@stjamesscarsdale.org.

All are welcome to join us as we make a trip into the city to feed those without adequate access to food. This is program in coordination with the Westchester-based "Midnight Run" organization. Youth and children are welcome and encouraged to participate with their families. 

Did you know we gather every Wednesday morning for a simple, 25-minute mid-week service? It's a great way to refresh or reset yourself spiritually. All welcome. Drop in as you can. Led by the clergy, and followed, for those who wish to join us, by an informal Bible Study. Absolutely no prior knowledge of the Bible needed.

It's that time of the year again! Pageant rehearsals begin Sunday, November 8th from 11:30am-12:30pm right after church. Pageant assignments will be announced at rehearsal on Sunday, Nov. 22nd. Attending rehearsals before then gives us a good clue as to who would be a great fit for roles, so be sure to come on November 8 & 15!

Other key dates are:

Saturday, December 19th - All Cast Dress Rehearsal

Sunday, December 20th - Pageant Day!

Volunteers needed as well! Sign-up on the link below...

Rural and Migrant Ministries Forum/Panel, Sunday November 15, 11:45 am

"O" Antiphons Advent Procession with Lessons & Carols, Sunday December 6th,  5pm

You can view this Sunday's bulletin at the link below. Names of all readers, servers, and acolytes are always listed on the last page of the bulletin. Readings are also there for readers to view in advance.