Baptism

The Episcopal considers that anyone who has been baptized with water in the name of the Father, Son, and the Holy Spirit, in any church or denomination, has been validly baptized.

Those who have not been baptized become members of the church through baptism. Children who are baptized need sponsors (called "godparents"). Sponsors should be active members of a church.

Transfer

Those who have already been baptized become members by transferring from another church or denomination.

Confirmation

Parishoners become confirmed members through the sacrament of confirmation. Confirmation involves prayers and he laying of the hands by an Episcopal Bishop. The minimum age for confirmation is 14 years of age.

It is not necessary to be confirmed to be an adult member in good standing at St. James. However, confirmation is required for eligibility to vote and to serve in most elected offices in the church, and some appointed offices as well.

To enroll as a member of St. James Church, please complete the information requested on the membership form, print it, then give it to an usher, the rector, or the church office.