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As members of Christ’s family, through St. James the Apostle Parish, we: WORSHIP the Lord by proclaiming His Word  And celebrating His Sacraments, GROW by learning more about God’s loving plan for us, RESPOND to the call of Christ by sharing our talents, gifts and our love, REACH OUT to the universal community by loving and serving our neighbors. Our Parish Mission … Continue reading Special Blessing to Be Offered at Masses this Weekend for Parish Ministries, Their Members and Volunteers

We Invite You to Join Us for Mass this Weekend: As you being to make your weekend plans, we invite you to come to your spiritual home and to once again gather together with your family of faith at Mass on Saturday at 4 P.M. or Sunday at 9 A.M. or 11:00 A.M.  BONUS: In honor of … Continue reading This Weekend at St. James the Apostle: 11 AM Mass is Back on Sunday; Blessing for First Responders, Healthcare and Essential Workers at all Masses; Welcome Back Packets for Every Parishioner!

This week watch for a letter in your mailbox from Fr. David, welcoming you back to Mass and sharing with you a sneak preview of some exciting things to come at St. James the Apostle Parish! We invite you to join us this weekend on Saturday at 4 P.M. or Sunday at 9 A.M. as … Continue reading St. James the Apostle: We’re Back Better than Normal!

Due to the pew installation in church, we will be hosting daily Mass at 8 A.M. in St. James Hall on Tuesday, June 22 and Wednesday, June 23 next week. The narthex will be closed and there will be no entrance available through the church doors. Therefore, if you plan on attending Mass on those … Continue reading Daily Mass in St. James Hall on June 22 & 23: Enter Door 10

This weekend we invite you to come home to St. James and join us for Mass on Saturday at 4 P.M. or Sunday at 9 A.M.  We have a very special guest joining us in the narthex as a Welcome Minister. He has promised to stick around after Mass to take photos with anyone who … Continue reading Celebrate Father’s Day Weekend at St. James

On Sunday, June 13th, our Pastor Emeritus, Fr. John Sebahar will celebrate his 63rd Anniversary of Ordination to the priesthood. Fr. Sebahar has been such a beloved part of our faith community, not only when he was our pastor, but also in all of the years since he retired. We are so very grateful for … Continue reading Happy 63rd Anniversary to Fr. John Sebahar!

GOOD NEWS! We are ready to welcome ALL who are ready to return to Mass. On June 8th we received word from the Bishop's Office that we will welcome Phase 5 on Friday, June 11th in our church, as the State of Illinois also transitions. Here are the highlights of what changes to expect in … Continue reading St. James Welcomes Phase 5 June 12/13