Welcome to St. James UMC!
We are so glad you are here!
Welcome to Saint James UMC, a United Methodist Church in Abilene, Texas. We are a church community that is open to all and believe every person deserves a place to feel like they belong. Come as you are! We would love to hear your story and be a part of your faith journey.
Join us on Sunday:
9:00 am Sunday School
10:00 am Worship
Gospel Sunday
Our 2025 Gospel Sunday celebration was a wonderful time of rich music and fellowship! Thank you to all who participated and shared your talents. If you missed the service, you can watch it here online!
Our mission is to celebrate God’s great love by reaching people for Christ, nurturing people in Christ, and sending people with Christ into the world.
We are a place for everyone!
Multiply Jesus Followers
by equipping existing Christ-followers to multiply themselves.
Champion Children & Youth
by prioritizing the spiritual, mental, physical, social, economic and relational welfare of children, youth and young people in our churches, communities, nation and the world.
Pursue & Embrace Diversity
by intentionally becoming more diverse, equitable and inclusive, so that everyone is interconnected, valued, respected and included.
Maximize Care & Healing
by prioritizing care and healing within congregations and with people in hurting communities.
Tell Our Story
by effectively communicating our vision, mission, values, priorities, and commitments and by passionately and effectively sharing the Gospel and our testimonies.