St James the Greater is a vibrant place, a worshipping community which has much to offer people of all ages
The Church of St James the Greater, in the Diocese of Leicester, in the East Midlands, can be found just to the south of the centre of the City of Leicester, on the main A6, opposite Victoria Park.
With a design influenced by the great cathedral of Torcello in the Venetian lagoon, it was built between 1899 and 1914, to serve the expanding city of Leicester.
There is a thriving congregation, and the worship is varied, maintaining the best of the Anglican tradition, liturgically and musically, attracting people from all walks of life and from all over the county of Leicestershire and beyond.
The Vicar and the Ministry Team are here to offer support, advice and practical help at all the important times in family life.
Whether you want your baby baptised, a wedding service in church, need support when a death occurs, or just someone to talk to about the christian faith, the clergy are here to assist.
FORTHCOMING CONCERTS AT ST JAMES THE GREATER
A SPIRITUAL HOME FOR THE ARTS
KoolGigs Family Concert Sunday 9th October, 2016
City of Leicester Singers Saturday 12th November, 2016
KoolGigs Family Concert Sunday 13th November, 2016
St James Cantata Choir Saturday 26th November, 2016
KoolGigs Family Concert Sunday 4th December, 2016
Ex Cathedra Tuesday 6th December, 2016
KoolGigs Family Concert Sunday 29th January, 2017
KoolGigs Family Concert Sunday 19th March, 2017
For more details, please see our Concert Booking page
BBC Songs of Praise
In October, BBC Songs of Praise will be coming to St James the Greater for two recordings of well-loved traditional hymns and gospel hymns and songs.
We would like to invite you to be with us for either or both recordings at one of Leicester's most beautiful churches. The recordings and rehearsal dates are as follows:
Gospel Rehearsal: Thursday 27th October, 7.15pm - 9.15pm
Traditional Rehearsal: Friday 28th October, 7.15pm - 9.15pm
Traditional Recording: Saturday 29th October, 2.30pm - 5.30pm
Gospel Recording: Sunday 30th October, 2.30pm - 5.30pm
If you are a competant singer and would like to take part in either of these recordings, please note that Admission will be by free ticket issued by the BBC. Application forms for the Saturday and Sunday recordings may be obtained from here, completed and returned directly to the BBC by email or post before the 4th October.
More information may be found on the Songs of Praise website.
The Church Administrator, would also be happy to hear from those who don't wish to sing but are prepared to help on the day.
The Church of St James the Greater, Leicester
A spiritual home for the arts
The coming week
Thursday 29th September, 2016
St Michael and All Angels
Friday 30th September, 2016
Saturday 1st October, 2016
Sunday 2nd October, 2016
20th Sunday after Pentecost (Trinity 19)
Monday 3rd October, 2016
Tuesday 4th October, 2016
Wednesday 5th October, 2016
Thursday 6th October, 2016