Spreading the Great News: St. James the Great receives Google Ad Grant

We are excited to share that St. James the Great has officially been accepted into the Google Ad Grants program! So, what does that mean for St. James the Great—and for our community? In simple terms, Google is giving St. James the Great free advertising space on Google Search—up to $10,000 each month. This allows […]

Faith in action: St. James the Great’s community outreach

Outreach at St. James the Great (here at the Someone Who Cares Soup Kitchen in Costa Mesa)

St. James the Great is an established, active, and mission-driven 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and faith community in Newport Beach, with a longstanding commitment to serving others through compassion, generosity, education, and meaningful community partnerships. At St. James the Great, faith is meant to be lived. It is expressed not only through worship and prayer, but […]

St. James the Great: A leading church music ministry in Orange County

The St. James the Great Choir

Experience an exceptional array of contemporary and traditional choral music, organ, piano, Native American flute, instrumentalists, and inspiring worship every Sunday in Newport Beach. There are moments in worship when music does more than fill a space—it transports the way we experience it. A soaring choral anthem. The powerful sound of the organ. The warmth […]

“Here I Am” premieres in Newport Beach on Thursday, Nov. 12th

“Here I Am” movie premiere in Newport Beach on Nov. 12, 2026 (header)

Mother. Chaplain. Witness. “Here I Am” is a short film filmed in Ukraine, with English subtitles, that offers a deeply human glimpse into the realities of life during war. More than a story about conflict, it is a story about courage, resilience, and the people whose lives continue amid extraordinary circumstances. “Here I Am” has […]

St. James Kids’ Lab takes off, starting Oct. 11th

St. James Kids’ Lab logo

St. James Kids’ Lab is for children of any age to engage in art and coding utilizing technology. They can use their coding skills to control the Dash and Dot robots in a safe space. We will be focusing on organic coding opportunities, based upon the needs and wants of the individual child. An exciting […]

Transformed lives: Let‘s read ‘Theo of Golden’ by Allen Levi

Fall 2026 Book Read: Theo of Golden by Allen Levi

As part of this year’s stewardship season theme, “Many Paths to Grow and Give,” we invite you to read Theo of Golden by Allen Levi. This captivating novel reminds us that lives are transformed through simple acts of kindness, generous hearts, and the willingness to truly see one another. Theo’s quiet presence inspires hope, encourages […]

St. James immersive iRealm: Where faith meets innovation

iRealm immersive experience at St. James the Great

Imagine stepping into a space where the walls disappear, and you are surrounded by images, sound, and stories. A space where technology doesn’t simply show you something; it makes you feel part of the experience. Welcome to St. James iRealm. Located at St. James the Great in Newport Beach, iRealm is a one-of-a-kind immersive environment […]

What to expect when you visit St. James the Great, Newport Beach

What to Expect at St. James the Great (blog article)

What can you expect when you visit St. James the Great in Newport Beach? A warm welcome, a sacred service, great food, and a community that is genuinely happy you’re here. From the moment you walk through our doors, our ushers are ready to greet you with a smile and a bulletin to help you […]

Riding the Waves with the St. James Surf Club

St. James the Great Surf Club—blog post header

At St. James the Great, we believe faith is not only something we practice on Sunday morning, but it is also something we live wherever life takes us. And here in Newport Beach, sometimes that means “Surf’s Up!” The St. James Surf Club brings together surfers, boogie boarders, beginners, and anyone who simply loves the ocean and […]