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19414 Ventura Blvd, Tarzana CA 91356
St. James Presbyterian Church (PCUSA) is a welcoming and inviting, multi-generational and multi-ethnic Christian congregation in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Tarzana, in the San Fernando Valley. All are welcome to join us for worship and special events. We’d love to meet you!
Season of Lent
February 18- April, 2026
Drive-Through Ash Wednesday, Feb 18, 9:30-10:30AM
Begin the season of Lent with the traditional imposition of ashes—in a not-so-traditional way! All members and friends are invited to our 4th annual Drive-Through Ash Wednesday observance. Pastor Erik will be on the curb in the driveway from 9:30-10:30AM on Wednesday, February 18th to receive prayers and give ashes. Just drive up, and begin Lent with a moment of reflection.
Stations of the Cross Art Exhibit
This year the Narthex Art Gallery will once again feature the Stations of the Cross art exhibit, created by our own Jackson Schmidt-Freeman. Come and walk the stations, and relive the final moments of Christ’s life.
Great Ends of the Church Sermon Series, Sundays at 10:30AM Worship
In confusing and tumultuous times, it’s good to return to the core principles and mission of the church, so that we can go out into the world and serve Christ with clarity and commitment. In the early 20th century, our denomination put together the six “Great Ends of the Church,” which help us understand what we’re about. During Lent, we’ll focus on these ends, and pray that the Holy Spirit equips us to do God’s work in our challenging world.
Holy Thursday Communion and Potluck , Apr 2, 6PM
All members and friends are invited to a special potluck dinner, where we will remember the last days of Jesus, and walk through the complete Stations of the Cross art exhibit. We’ll also celebrate communion and share a meal together. Bring a dish if you are able. All are welcome.
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Weekly Sermon Video
At St. James, we believe that worship is at its fullest when we are together, in person, standing with one another in God’s presence. However, we also know that getting to church is not a practical reality for all people. We therefore offer recordings each week of the sermon, as well as separate videos of musical performances (which can be found on our YouTube page). Sermon videos will appear here each Sunday by around 3PM.