A Blessed Easter to All!
Easter has arrived and with it the season of hope.
Our season ofpromise. Our celebration of renewal.
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 MESSAGES
Disciple Maker Index Survey
Saint James Church is on a journey to know, love, and serve Christ better and thrive. We want to hear from each of our parishioners
Pastor’s Column
During the depths of the winter, I often find myself yearning for the longer, light-filled days of the spring and summer seasons. It’s not lost on me that the longing I experience is paralleled in the natural world.
News and Updates
We are proud to announce that the contract of sale for the St. James school and convent property was signed by Fr. David, the Archdiocese, and the Buyer of the property!
We Are His Witnesses
As we welcome the New Year, Cardinal Tobin invites all Catholics in the Archdiocese of Newark to read We Are His Witnesses, his pastoral letter outlining new pathways for the future of the Archdiocese.
Annual Appeal 2025
Our archdiocesan Annual Appeal is an opportunity to ensure that the vital ministries and programs provided to our faith community continue to flourish and reach those in need.
Reflection on the Readings
Today’s Feast of the Epiphany tells two stories. The first story is about the world with an all-too-common theme: a power-hungry, politically ambitious ruler who was motivated by greed and the maintenance of rule.
Reflection on the Readings
Often our perceptions of family go unexamined and yet exert powerful influences on our world view—including our view of faith and community.
Message from Fr. David
As a Catholic community of faith, we at St. James have a beautiful opportunity to flip the script, and make this season one that is centered, not on presents, but on God’s presence.
Reflection on the Readings
In the Army, there’s a tradition of giving a young soldier a “drive on” tab before departing for Airborne school or Ranger school. The drive on tab is a cloth tab that a soldier wears on their uniform once they have successfully completed training.
