The Burial of the Alleluia is an ancient custom observed each year. On the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday, we bid this sacred word a solemn farewell for the duration of Lent. All are invited to this special time of prayer before Lent begins on Tuesday, February 17th at 6 P.M. in the church. Burial of the Alleluia
Ash Wednesday at St. James the Apostle
Lent Begins on Ash Wednesday: February 18, 2026 Masses with Imposition of Ashes after the homily will be offered at 8:00 A.M. and 7:00 P.M. Please stay after the imposition of ashes to receive the Eucharist and receive the Final Blessing at the end of Mass. Imposition of Ashes will be offered in the narthex of our … Continue reading Ash Wednesday at St. James the Apostle
February is Our St. James Food Collection Month for the Glen House Food Pantry
February is one of two specially designated St. James Food Collection Months during the year. We are collecting non-perishable items for the Glen House Food Pantry. You may share your food donations, as well as charitable giving by using the QR code or individual envelopes found on the posters near the collection bins. Please visit … Continue reading February is Our St. James Food Collection Month for the Glen House Food Pantry
Family Dining Night, Thursday, January 29th to Benefit St. James the Apostle School
Our next “Family Dining Night” will be Thursday, January 29th. Alfie’s Inn is donating 20% of orders to St. James the Apostle School! Take a night off from cooking and join us. Don’t forget to mention St. James the Apostle School Fundraiser when ordering. Details listed below: Alfie’s Inn Family Dining Night, 425 Roosevelt Road, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 630.858.2506 … Continue reading Family Dining Night, Thursday, January 29th to Benefit St. James the Apostle School
What’s Happening this Weekend at St. James the Apostle Parish and School
We are celebrating Catholic Education this coming week. Please stop by Sebahar Hall to view the Science Fair, Book Fair and Faith Projects from our parish school and religious education students on Saturday after Mass. On Sunday stop by the hall for Hospitality and an opportunity to view our students' projects. Additionally, the School Open … Continue reading What’s Happening this Weekend at St. James the Apostle Parish and School
St. James Young at Heart Presents: Listen Like You Mean It: Effective Listening 101
Simply hearing someone is not the same as listening. We invite you to join us for lunch and a presentation that will help participants identify the difference between hearing and active listening. This will be a fun and informative presentation by Tiffany Olson, a corporate Communications Coach. Wednesday, February 11th from 12:00 - 2:00 P.M.; … Continue reading St. James Young at Heart Presents: Listen Like You Mean It: Effective Listening 101
Join Us for the All Volunteer Appreciation Mass & Reception on Friday, January 30th
Fr. Keith and the entire St. James Staff would like to invite ALL St. James volunteers to a Volunteer Appreciation Mass on Friday, January 30th at 6:00 P.M. Refreshments will be served immediately following in Sebahar Hall. We invite you to save the date and join us for a night of thanks & gratitude! No … Continue reading Join Us for the All Volunteer Appreciation Mass & Reception on Friday, January 30th
Parish Office Closed on Monday, January 19th
Please note the Parish Office is closed on Monday, January 19th in honor of the civic holiday and will reopen on Tuesday, January 20th at 9 a.m. Daily Mass will remain at 8 a.m. Thank you! Photo by Darold Pinnock on Unsplash
To Those Thinking about Getting Married at St. James the Apostle Parish
Congratulations! We are so excited for you as you discern entering into this beautiful sacrament with your beloved. Please note as you begin to plan your wedding: St. James the Apostle cannot guarantee the availability of any date for a wedding. Please check with us before booking your venue! We want to avoid any unpleasant … Continue reading To Those Thinking about Getting Married at St. James the Apostle Parish
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