Saint James Westminster Church

About Saint James Westminster Church

Saint James Westminster is an Anglican church and community organization located in the Wortley Village neighbourhood on Askin Street in London. Serving a diverse community of people from all backgrounds and stages of faith, the church describes itself as an inclusive parish where individuals are invited to belong, grow in faith, and serve together. The church offers various worship services, including a Book of Common Prayer Communion Service on Sunday mornings and a Book of Alternative Services Communion Service followed by fellowship. They also provide a Wednesday Book of Alternative Services Communion Service with discussion. For those unable to attend in person, the church provides live-streamed services and Sunday School videos. Their programming is guided by the motto "The Way of Service," which manifests as service to God through prayer and learning, service to one another through pastoral care and community support, and service to the wider community through outreach and advocacy. Founded in 1873 to serve the growing Anglican community south of the Thames River, the parish began in a simple brick church that seated 200 people. For over 150 years, the congregation has grown in vitality and vision. The church emphasizes a welcoming environment where children are celebrated, questions are encouraged, and hospitality is used to make God's love visible. Visitors can contact the office for more information regarding services offered in person or over Zoom.