Merry Christmas! As Catholics, we believe in the Real Presence of Christ in the Sacrament of the Eucharist. Simply, Jesus makes himself accessible and available to us in his body and blood while the outward, visible signs of bread and wine remain. This precious gift does not come wrapped in decorative paper with a bow … Continue reading Wishing You a Blessed & Merry Christmas
We Invite you to Celebrate Christmas at St. James the Apostle Parish
Join us at one of our Masses as we celebrate the Nativity of Our Lord on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Jesus is inviting you to come as you are… without fear of judgment or condemnation. He wants to give us the gift of himself regardless of our boredom, excitement, sorrow, or joy. As we … Continue reading We Invite you to Celebrate Christmas at St. James the Apostle Parish
Help Us Decorate God’s House for Christmas on Sunday, December 22nd
On Sunday, December 22nd, following the 11:00 a.m. Mass, the Art & Environment Committee will prepare God’s House for the Celebration of Christmas. We need many helping hands to make this happen! Please consider joining us for just one hour after the 11:00 a.m. Mass on Sunday, December 22nd, as a family or individual. No … Continue reading Help Us Decorate God’s House for Christmas on Sunday, December 22nd
Come and Experience Our First Rorate Caeli Mass on Friday, December 20 at 7 A.M.
On Friday, December 20th at 7 A.M. we will hold a special Advent Candlelight Mass commonly known as Rorate Caeli. While this Liturgy has deep roots within the history of the Catholic Church, this Advent devotion has faded in practice in recent decades. Recently, there has been an effort within the Church to honor and … Continue reading Come and Experience Our First Rorate Caeli Mass on Friday, December 20 at 7 A.M.
Join Us for Advent Confessions Tonight
Join us tonight, Thursday, December 19th for Individual Confessions from 6-8 P.M. in the church. Several guest priests will be assisting (no prayer service). If it has been awhile since you've gone to Confession and you are a bit anxious as to what to do, this link for a short video from Fr. Mike Schmitz will give you … Continue reading Join Us for Advent Confessions Tonight
Help Us Decorate God’s House for Christmas on Sunday, December 22nd
On Sunday, December 22nd, following the 11:00 a.m. Mass, the Art & Environment Committee will prepare God’s House for the Celebration of Christmas. We need many helping hands to make this happen! Please consider joining us for just one hour after the 11:00 a.m. Mass on Sunday, December 22nd, as a family or individual. No … Continue reading Help Us Decorate God’s House for Christmas on Sunday, December 22nd
Advent Holy Hour this Evening and Advent Vespers on Sunday
In the midst of the busyness of this time of year we invite you to pause and give yourself the gift of time spent with Our Lord present in the Eucharist as we prepare our hearts to receive Him anew at Christmas Join Us for an Advent Holy Hour this Evening, Thursday, December 12 at … Continue reading Advent Holy Hour this Evening and Advent Vespers on Sunday
Join Us on Tuesday, December 10th for Mass, Coffee and Friends
The next meeting of Tuesdays with Mass, Coffee and Friends will take place on Tuesday, December 10th immediately following 8 a.m. Mass. Please come and first worship the Lord at Mass and then convene in St. James Hall for coffee, snacks, and friends. All are welcome!
Christmas Eve Kids Choir Being Formed
Our new music director, Mary Upchurch, is forming a chorus of children who are interested in singing as part of a Kids Choir at the 3 P.M. Christmas Eve Mass. WHO: Students in grades 3 thru 8WHEN: Rehearsals TUE and WED (Dec. 10,11,17 & 18) from 6:00 P.M.- 6:40 P.M.WHERE: Choir Room, located in the … Continue reading Christmas Eve Kids Choir Being Formed
Can You Spare One Hour of Your Time to Decorate God’s House for Christmas?
On Sunday, December 22nd, following the 11:00 a.m. Mass, the Art & Environment Committee will prepare God’s House for the Celebration of Christmas. We need many helping hands to make this happen! Please consider joining us for just one hour after the 11:00 a.m. Mass on Sunday, December 22nd, as a family or individual. No … Continue reading Can You Spare One Hour of Your Time to Decorate God’s House for Christmas?
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