Community
Welcome to St James Church in Thorley.
At St James, you'll find a warm and welcoming environment where you can experience the transformative power of God's love. Join us as we Gather to worship, Grow in discipleship, and Go to make a difference in the world around us.
This page will give you an overview of the life and community of St James Thorley. ​​
Get Connected
Sundays at st James
9am St James Church
Our 9am traditional Anglican service takes place in St James Church and offers a formal yet welcoming expression of worship. The service alternates between using the Common Worship and Book of Common Prayer liturgies.
10.30am St Barnabas Centre
Our informal service is where we blend contemporary and traditional elements to create a welcoming atmosphere. With a live music band leading us in worship, this service also offers children's ministries during the gathering.
7pm Service (once a month)
Encounter: Prayer and Worship is where we gather for an hour of contemporary worship, prayer, and reflection. Led by the music team from Mosaic Church, this hour–long service offers a peaceful space to connect with God in community. All are welcome.
Most Sundays, our church offers both a 9am and a 10:30am service. However, on occasion, we have a single 10am joint service. Be sure to check our EVENTS PAGE to see where we're meeting this Sunday.
Holy Communion is celebrated every week, but alternates between the two Sunday services. The weekly newsletter will indicate which service features Communion, so you can plan accordingly.
We'd love to have you join us!
Social Events
St James Cafe
Twice a month, our doors open to the community for our St James Cafe. This is a welcoming space where you can enjoy a slice of homemade cake, a warm cup of tea or coffee and the chance to meet new people or catch up with friends. It's a cosy and inviting atmosphere, perfect for connecting over the simple pleasures in life.
Pub Night
Once a month, you'll find us gathered at the Harvest Moon in Thorley. This casual evening out is a chance to get to know the people of St James in a more informal setting. Whether you're new to the church or a long-time member, you're invited to join us for conversation, laughter, and the occasional pint.
Souper Sunday
Once a term, we gather after our 10:30am service for Souper Sunday. This is a simple lunch of homemade soup and bread, and is a wonderful opportunity for newcomers to learn more about our vibrant church community, and for regular attendees to deepen their connections with one another.
We publish the dates and times for all our social events on the EVENTS PAGE.​
children & Young people
Resources
Learn & Grow
We have compiled a list of trusted online resources to help you study, understand and engage with the Bible, prayer and Christian faith.
Kintsugi Hope
Kintsugi Hope Wellbeing Groups provide a welcoming 12-week journey to cultivate resilience and hope, empowering participants to nurture their overall mental health and wellbeing.
Giving
St. James Church relies on the generous support of its community to continue its important work. Your donations of financial gifts help sustain the church's mission and ministries.