On August 31st. The Holy Eucharist was celebrated in the "New Church" with special intention for the members of the Parish, past and present. The Rector was Celebrant and preacher. The sermon text was Ecclesiastics 10. 18. Evensong was sung at 7 pm. The Choir of St.Mary’s Church, Summerside was in attendance. The Rev. A. LeDrew Gardner, Rector of St.Paul’s Church, Charlottetown was the Preacher.

This tablet was unveiled by Mr. Edmund Birch, the oldest parishioner at the time. Adherents of the Parish of Port Hill have always taken pride in the condition of their buildings and property, with Old St. James’ being no exception. The restoration of this beautiful

little church was chosen as a centennial project in 1967. Included here is a page from the

Parish’s Annual Report:

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