GRACE & MERCY


Remember our past, Celebrate our faith, and Lead boldly in the future.
Under the guidance of the Holy Spirit as a welcoming and diverse community, We, the Parish of Saint James the Apostle invite all to worship as we celebrate the Eucharist, proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ, and serve the needs of one another, as we help build the Kingdom of God on Earth.
NEWS AND UPDATES
Message from the Pastor
Today is Mother’s Day! Today we turn to God as we give thanks to Him for the gift of motherhood. “Where would we be without our mothers?” someone asked. “We’d be stuck with just our fathers!” came the response.
Reflection on the Readings
Voices are significant in our communication as persons. But to know what makes the voice so effective in communication is our ability and willingness to listen!
Sunday Spotlight with Fr. David
In this upcoming Sunday’s Gospel passage, Jesus compares himself to a shepherd and the Church to the sheep of His flock.
Reflection on Divine Mercy Sunday
In the Roman Catholic Church, Easter has always been a celebration of the great love that God has for His Creation. A love that was shown when the Divine Son became incarnate and dwelt among us, sharing in our lot, showing us the way to the Father, and making the perfect offering in atonement for our sins. On the First Sunday after…
Update on Holy Communion
It has been close to three years since Communion from the chalice has been offered at Mass. Rediscovering the sign value of Communion under both kinds (bread and wine) is important for us as a community of faith.
Pastor’s Message
My prayer for you this Easter is that the new life given by Jesus in His Resurrection may burst into the dark “tombs” of your life and from you go out into the world!
Pastor’s Message
The conclusion to the “Hail Mary” should give us pause. We ask the Holy
Mother of God to keep us sinners in her prayer at two signature moments of our lives: now and at the time of our death.
Pastor’s Message
As we enter the Lenten season, we are invited by the Church through our readings to reflect not only on our individual stories but on the great stories throughout the history of salvation.
Turkey-Syria Earthquake Relief
If you wish to help in these efforts or make a donation, please visit crs.org. Along with financial support, prayer remains essential. Let us continue to offer our prayers to our brothers and sisters who mourn losses and face this devastation.