Saint James Episcopal Church

Vocatus atque non vocatus, Deus aderit

(Bidden or not bidden God is present)

We are a small, inclusive Episcopal Church that hosts a broad-based Spiritual Center for the community.
We seek new ways to relate with and serve God in this place and celebrate the fullness of life in each individual.

Coming in the Fall of 2027 Grounded Hope ESC Monterey.  A new Episcopal Service Corps site housed in McGowan House, hosted by St. James Episcopal church and serving the communities of the Monterey Peninsula.

 

Worship

 Sunday 10 AM.  Followed by Coffee Hour at McGowan House

Want to attend in person or participate via Zoom?

SPIRITUAL CENTER

Spirituality, Art and a Profound Sense of Place

McGowan house was built in 1918 as a spiritual retreat. Design of the house derives from the the influential early-20th century architects Charles Sumner Greene and Henry Mather Greene. Greene and Greene structures are prime exemplars of the American Arts and Crafts Movement emphasizing meticulous worksmanship with use of natural materials. Through the decades, it has become an ever more inclusive, welcoming place, a spiritual center for groups of diverse sensibilities.

And just over a century after its first opening, this house was in need of significant repairs.

Earlier this year, the whole roof  has been redone, handicap accessible bathrooms installed, the chimneys inspected, the original dining room and main entrance wood floors have been refinished, the basement has been cleaned out after many decades of accumulation and the kitchen was given a new life with fresh paint and new floors.

May McGowan House remain that spiritual haven that welcomed  people striving to make our community a better place for the decades to come!

Take a look at the Schedule page to see the calendar or at the Spiritual Center page to know more about McGowan House.

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Saint James Episcopal Church Monterey

1 month 1 day ago

Happy Easter! He is Risen! Join us today for service at 10am with coffee hour following the service.
image ©Robin Robinson 2024

Saint James Episcopal Church Monterey

1 month 3 days ago

The alter is stripped as we bare the sanctuary in remembrance of Jesus and the stripping of his dignity and clothing. We welcome you to

Saint James Episcopal Church Monterey

1 month 2 weeks ago

We welcome you to join us during Holy Week!

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