A life of worship
Weekly Holy Eucharist, our Episcopal tradition, and a community gathered around the same table.
Worship at St. James →RECTOR SEARCH · WICHITA, KANSAS
A faithful community.
An unfolding call.
Help shape the next chapter of St. James.
We are discerning our next rector: a priest to worship, learn, and serve alongside a parish that welcomes all guests as Christ.
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A CALL TO SHARE IN OUR LIFE
Rooted in worship.
Ready for what’s next.
St. James is rooted in our beautiful worship services; exciting educational programs for children, youth, and adults; and our heart for reaching out to all people no matter who they are or where they are on their spiritual journey.
Our mission is to worship and glorify God, proclaim the Gospel through word and deed, and serve our community and world as disciples of Christ.
Meet our parishGET TO KNOW ST. JAMES
The Parish Profile
Explore our parish, our ministries, and what we seek in our next rector—a closer look at the community you could be called to serve.
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OUR PEOPLEMeet the people who serveOUR PARISH LIFERead the annual reportYOUR NEXT STEPAsk about the search
A love of learning
Formation for children, youth, and adults, with opportunities to keep growing together in Christ.
Explore formation →A heart for service
Outreach, creation care, and partnerships that put our faith into practice in Wichita and beyond.
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A PLACE TO PUT DOWN ROOTS
Our church.
Our neighborhood.
St. James makes its home on East Douglas in Wichita’s College Hill neighborhood. Parish life brings people together through worship and study, community traditions, the Olde English Tea, the Oyster Dinner, and the Guild Hall Players.
DISCERNING TOGETHER
The search
for our next rector.
St. James follows the processes and guidelines of the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas.
Our interim leadership
The Rev. Audrey Miskelley serves as Interim Rector during this season of transition.
Meet our leadership →Update from the Vestry
After a weekend of prayer, reflection, and collective discernment, the Vestry announced these members of the Search Committee:
- Adrienne Edwards
- Andrew Tade
- Dana Williams
- Dayana McMains
- Joan Bledsoe
- Aletheia Biffle
- Phil Speary
- Tena Mason
- Tim Newlin
- Woody Swain
“Each voice adds richness to our collective discernment, and we hope you feel invited to participate wholeheartedly.”
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Rector Search at St. James
Check here for recent updates and announcements as we work through the search process to discern the next Rector of St. James Church.
Update from Vestry
On behalf of the Vestry, we would like to thank each and every person who applied to dedicate their time and talents to helping us find a new priest and rector for our parish community. After spending a weekend together in fervent prayer, reflection, and collective discernment, we are excited to announce the following members of St. James as our Search Committee:
- Adrienne Edwards
- Andrew Tade
- Dana Williams
- Dayana McMains
- Joan Bledsoe
- Aletheia Biffle
- Phil Speary
- Tenа Mason
- Tim Newlin
- Woody Swain
The response to our call for the search committee was fantastic; we were all incredibly heartened by the number of applications we received, and for the generosity and care you have all demonstrated in your applications. If you were not invited to be part of this initial phase of the process, please do not feel disheartened. This is a process with ample opportunities to get involved and let your voice be heard.
We follow the processes and guidelines laid out by the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas, which means that we cannot always answer any and every question you might have about the search process in the coming months. Much care, consideration, and confidence must accompany this crucial process.
As we embark on this important chapter, your presence and engagement matter deeply. Each voice adds richness to our collective discernment, and we hope you feel invited to participate wholeheartedly. Our community is strong, and every gesture of support, whether through conversation, prayer, or encouragement, helps shape the future of St. James. Let us hold one another in compassion, knowing that the Spirit guides us as we seek a new rector and imagine the next steps for our congregation.
Whoever you are, and wherever you find yourself on your journey of faith, you are welcome here.
COULD THIS BE YOUR NEXT CHAPTER?
Let’s begin a conversation.
To ask about the rector search and the next steps for prospective candidates, contact the parish office.
Inquire about the search (316) 683-5686For current application instructions, compensation information, and deadlines, please contact the parish office before sending application materials.