Faith, Community, Service
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Help Our Communities
Your support and contributions will enable us to help our neighbors and fund our ministries of food, healing, health, and wholeness.
Faith Experiences and Studies
Monday Evenings 7 PM via ZOOM
Last Sunday Evening of Each Month 4-6 PM in "The Barn"
Tuesday Evenings 7 PM via ZOOM
THE SERAPH SEAL BOOK STUDY
Join pastors and laity from all over the world in exploring this complex Christian novel.
Tuesday Evenings 7 PM via ZOOM
Last Sunday Evening of Each Month 4-6 PM in "The Barn"
Tuesday Evenings 7 PM via ZOOM
BIBLE STUDY ON THE PSALMS
Join our Bible Study on books of the Hebrew and Christian Testaments.
Last Sunday Evening of Each Month 4-6 PM in "The Barn"
Last Sunday Evening of Each Month 4-6 PM in "The Barn"
Last Sunday Evening of Each Month 4-6 PM in "The Barn"
AROUND THE TABLE STUDY: THE HEALING POWER OF JESUS
Come out and join our Around the Table Study on the Healing Power of Jesus. Held around the table with Mediterranean 1st-Century meals, this study will deepen your faith and understanding of the scriptures.
Open to all at no charge!
Monday Evenings at 6:30 PM in The Sanctuary
Second Monday of Each Month at 7 PM via ZOOM
Last Sunday Evening of Each Month 4-6 PM in "The Barn"
SPIRITUAL YOGA
Soothe your mind/body/spirit with this healing yoga class taught by our certified instructor. Great for beginners and experienced practitioners.
Sunday Mornings at 9 AM in "The Barn"
Second Monday of Each Month at 7 PM via ZOOM
Second Monday of Each Month at 7 PM via ZOOM
THE CHOSEN STREAMING BIBLE STUDY
Come out and join us in person and engage in meaningful discussions with friends and neighbors about Jesus and faith. Each week, we view an episode of the series and discuss together.
Second Monday of Each Month at 7 PM via ZOOM
Second Monday of Each Month at 7 PM via ZOOM
Second Monday of Each Month at 7 PM via ZOOM
BOOK CLUB
Join us in reading a selection of books each year. We meet for discussions and interesting insights on all kinds of topics.
Get Involved!
Food Bank
Sam's Kitchen
Sam's Kitchen
Connect with us. Your organization can gather food for our food bank. You can volunteer at our food bank. Or you can help oversee the food bank's ministry! We welcome volunteers of all ages.
Sam's Kitchen
Sam's Kitchen
Sam's Kitchen
Help prepare and deliver meals to the 69th street mission!
Our Missional and Community Partners
NAMI
We partner with the National Alliance of Mental Health to offer workshops, seminars, and summits in order to support our community's mental health and mental health caretaker needs.
AA
We partner with Alcoholics Anonymous and Al Anon groups to provide resources and safe spaces for recovery.
The Philadelphia Mandolin Ensemble
We partner with this amazing group of musicians to offer concerts throughout the year that benefit local ministries.
Scouts
St. James partners with the girl scouts and boy scouts, offering our space and joining in mutual missions.
Daycare and Enrichment Programs for Kids
We partner with both a daycare and enrichment program for kids, providing safe spaces for kids to learn and play.
Haverford Ministerium
St. James is an active member of our local ministerium, in which community nonprofits and churches work together to care for our communities in creative and dynamic ways.
Want to be one of our partners? We are always looking for new partnerships that help us benefit our communities. We are committed to ministries of health, healing, and wholeness for all people!
Our Team
Rev Dr Lori Wagner, Pastor
Carole Flounders, Director of Children's Ministries
John Callahan, Director of Music Ministries
Pastor Lori welcomes you to St. James and looks forward to meeting you!
Our pastor holds an MDiv from Drew Theological Seminary and a DMin from Portland Seminary. She holds prior undergraduate and graduate degrees and studies from the University of Pennsylvania, Temple University, Lebanon Valley College, Albright College, and the Universi
Pastor Lori welcomes you to St. James and looks forward to meeting you!
Our pastor holds an MDiv from Drew Theological Seminary and a DMin from Portland Seminary. She holds prior undergraduate and graduate degrees and studies from the University of Pennsylvania, Temple University, Lebanon Valley College, Albright College, and the University of Marburg in Germany.
Pastor Lori is an adjunct professor for Wesley Seminary, the Director of Graduate Studies at United Lutheran Seminary, and a weekly contributor to sermons.com.
Pastor Lori has published both Christian fiction and nonfiction and has served several years as a Content Editor for the Christian publisher Invite Press.
Pastor Lori lives in Wallingford, PA and is excited to be part of the St. James community!
John Callahan, Director of Music Ministries
Carole Flounders, Director of Children's Ministries
John Callahan, Director of Music Ministries
John Callahan studied at Florida State University, where he received a bachelor’s degree in piano performance. Before starting at St. James in 2018, he served as pianist at Trinity United Methodist Church in Seattle, WA for four years. In Seattle he also worked as a music director and pianist of musical theater, and was involved with man
John Callahan studied at Florida State University, where he received a bachelor’s degree in piano performance. Before starting at St. James in 2018, he served as pianist at Trinity United Methodist Church in Seattle, WA for four years. In Seattle he also worked as a music director and pianist of musical theater, and was involved with many regional productions at The 5th Avenue Theatre.
As a composer, he has written a variety of instrumental and vocal music that has been performed in over 30 U.S. cities. Notable compositions include Pulsar, which was premiered by the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra. He was also commissioned to compose an anthem to celebrate the 75th anniversary of St. James in November 2019.
John lives in Havertown with his wife and three children and is a full-time Software Developer during the week.
Carole Flounders, Director of Children's Ministries
Carole Flounders, Director of Children's Ministries
Carole Flounders, Director of Children's Ministries
Carole Flounders has an MA in Childhood Education and loves being part of St. James' ministries for children.
Carole teaches our 9 AM Kids Club, as well as offering an optional kids' session during the latter half of the church service.
Ailene Dunlap, Administrative Assistant/Secretary
Ailene Dunlap, Administrative Assistant/Secretary
Carole Flounders, Director of Children's Ministries
Ailene Dunlap is the secretary of St. James UCC. It has been her joy to work with the folks of St. James for many years. Ailene has lived in the neighborhood for her entire married life (50 years), where she and husband Bruce raised two daughters. She enjoys biking, walking in nature, crocheting, exercising at Community Y classes, and
Ailene Dunlap is the secretary of St. James UCC. It has been her joy to work with the folks of St. James for many years. Ailene has lived in the neighborhood for her entire married life (50 years), where she and husband Bruce raised two daughters. She enjoys biking, walking in nature, crocheting, exercising at Community Y classes, and most of all getting together with friends and family, especially her six-year-old granddaughter Maddie!
Lucy Horton, Soloist
Ailene Dunlap, Administrative Assistant/Secretary
Terri Leone, Ministry Candidate
Lucy our soloist leads our worship hymns and takes part in our choir. She has many talents! Lucy is also a theatre actress, costumer, and set designer. An amazing seamstress and showstopper, she is currently completing her masters in Theatre at Villanova University. We are proud to have her as part of our team!
Terri Leone, Ministry Candidate
Ailene Dunlap, Administrative Assistant/Secretary
Terri Leone, Ministry Candidate
Terri Leone holds a Masters of Divinity from Drew Theological School with a focus in Ministerial Leadership. Terri is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, working with clients of all ages to deliver compassionate and trauma-informed care. Terri has a special interest in Domestic Violence, as a survivor and as an advocate, and has worked wi
Terri Leone holds a Masters of Divinity from Drew Theological School with a focus in Ministerial Leadership. Terri is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, working with clients of all ages to deliver compassionate and trauma-informed care. Terri has a special interest in Domestic Violence, as a survivor and as an advocate, and has worked with Laurel House in Montgomery County to develop their Interfaith Domestic Abuse Coalition. Most important to her are her three young adult children, Anna, Katie and Michael. She lives in Havertown with her 9 year-old black lab, Moose (her true favorite child).
Lea Hannigan, Communications
Rev Tom Haugh, Associate Teaching Pastor
Rev Tom Haugh, Associate Teaching Pastor
Leah is 17 and a junior at Haverford High School. She lives in Havertown with her mom, dad, and older brother who is in college. She is interested in majoring in marketing for college and learning more about what goes into that profession. In addition to serving as our Communications Intern, she also works at a restaurant in Havertown 2-3
Leah is 17 and a junior at Haverford High School. She lives in Havertown with her mom, dad, and older brother who is in college. She is interested in majoring in marketing for college and learning more about what goes into that profession. In addition to serving as our Communications Intern, she also works at a restaurant in Havertown 2-3 days a week. She loves pop culture and posting on social media. She's excited to be part of the St. James team, and we are delighted to welcome her!
Rev Tom Haugh, Associate Teaching Pastor
Rev Tom Haugh, Associate Teaching Pastor
Rev Tom Haugh, Associate Teaching Pastor
Rev Tom Haugh is a retired pastor but serves as part of our teaching team. He teaches our Tuesday evening Bible Study and takes part in the life of St. James. His next favorite activity is serving as a grandparent to his young grandson. Originally from Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, Pastor Tom lives in West Chester with his wife and dog.
The St. James Spring Lecture Series
2026 Topics
Join us starting in January for our spring lecture series. Each month, a speaker will introduce an interactive topic for you to explore and engage with. Keep an eye out for our 2026 upcoming schedule of topics! Suggested for 2026 are topics that include Parenting, Meditation Practices, Psychology, Nurturing Creativity, Medical Safety Practices, and Cooking.
2025 Topics
Topics in 2025 included "Music and Physics" by Dr. Walter Smith, Professor of Physics at Haverford College; "The History of Labyrinths "by Terri Leone; "Dealing with Addiction as a Caretaker" by Rev Tom Haugh; "The Paradox of Jewish Author's Literary Work" by Zolani Ngwane, Professor of Sociology at Haverford College; and "Embryos and IVF" by scientist Kelly Hanshew.
Your Suggested Future Topics
Do you have a great topic you'd like to hear more about? Drop us a line and let us know! Lectures are scheduled the Third Sunday of each month from January through May from 4-6 PM. No cost to attend.