Be sure to join students of the St. James Community - St. James School & Religious Education - after both Sunday Masses this weekend (January 29th) at hospitality as they celebrate their Catholic education. Projects will be on display around the perimeter of St. James Hall. Please come enjoy a cup of coffee and donut … Continue reading Join Our Celebration of Catholic Education this Sunday
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2023 Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contest this Sunday at 12:15 P.M.
Happy 2023! The annual free throw contest sponsored by the Knights of Columbus will be held on Sunday, January 29th in the St. James gym. All boys and girls ages 9-14 as are invited to participate. Registration begins at 12:15 PM. with the event starting at 12:30 PM sharp. Please contact Matt Powers (217.553.7859) with questions. Hope to see … Continue reading 2023 Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contest this Sunday at 12:15 P.M.
Daddy Daughter Dance at St. James the Apostle
You are invited to join us for our upcoming St. James Daddy/Daughter Dance! · Event Date: Thursday, February 16th · Time: 6:30 - 8:30 PM · Open to all Pre-K through 8th Graders · Open to Parish and School families · RSVP DUE DATE: Friday, January 27th Event Cost Cost: $40 per couple & $10 for each additional daughter. Added … Continue reading Daddy Daughter Dance at St. James the Apostle
Memorial Mass in Honor of Pope Benedict XVI at 9 A.M. on Saturday, January 14th at St. James the Apostle
St. James the Apostle Parish will offer a Memorial Mass in honor of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI on Saturday, January 14th at 9 A.M. in the church. For special prayers and information about Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, we invite you to visit the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops' Tribute Page: https://www.usccb.org/pope-benedict-xvi-resources
Fundraiser on Wednesday, January 11th to Benefit Charities of the Knights of Columbus
The St. James the Apostle Knights of Columbus will be hosting a dinner fundraiser on Wednesday, January 11 at Made In Italy Trattoria in downtown Glen Ellyn. If you are looking for an excellent meal and want to help the Knights out, plan on coming for dinner anytime between 3:00--9:00 pm. Just mention the Knights … Continue reading Fundraiser on Wednesday, January 11th to Benefit Charities of the Knights of Columbus
Novena in Memory of Pope Benedict Begins Today
"The entire Church mourns the death of our Emeritus Holy Father, Benedict XVI. In cathedrals, basilicas, parish churches, shrines, and chapels the Holy Eucharist will be offered for the repose of his soul. Communities and individuals will ask God to bestow his infinite mercy on the man who served the Church as Bishop of Rome. … Continue reading Novena in Memory of Pope Benedict Begins Today
Rest in Peace, Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
As published this morning by the Vatican News: "Statement of Matteo Bruni, Director of the Holy See Press Office, 'With sorrow I inform you that the Pope Emeritus, Benedict XVI, passed away today at 9:34 in the Mater Ecclesiae Monastery in the Vatican. Further information will be provided as soon as possible.'" For more information, … Continue reading Rest in Peace, Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
A Christmas Greeting from Fr. Keith
"Merry Christmas from the Middle East to my St. James Family!" -Fr. Keith
Parish Offices Closed until January 3rd
The Ministry Center is closed today for the Christmas holiday, due to the impending cold weather and snow. The offices will remain closed until Tuesday, January 3rd at 8:30 A.M. If you have an emergency during this time, please call the main number, 630.469.7540 and listen for the prompting to leave a message on the … Continue reading Parish Offices Closed until January 3rd
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