"One Family United in Faith"

Welcome to Saint James Roman Catholic Church

A Parish of the Diocese of Greensburg, PA

Thank you for visiting the Saint James Parish website! Saint James has been serving Catholic believers and our local community for over 100 years.

Our Parish family strives to bring the Gospel of Christ into our daily lives at home, at school and at work.


Month of september

This month is traditionally dedicated to the Seven Sorrows of Mary, inviting the faithful to reflect on the Blessed Mother’s suffering and deep union with Christ in His Passion. Throughout the month, several important feasts are celebrated:

  • September 8 – The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, honoring Mary’s birth as the dawn of salvation.
  • September 14 – The Exaltation of the Holy Cross, commemorating the cross as the instrument of our redemption.
  • September 15 – Our Lady of Sorrows, focusing on Mary’s compassion and participation in Christ’s suffering.
  • September 29 – The Feast of the Archangels Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael, celebrating the heavenly messengers and protectors.

These feasts, along with memorials of saints such as St. Gregory the Great (September 3rd), St. John Chrysostom (September 13th), and St. Padre Pio (September 23rd), make September a month rich in devotion, particularly highlighting Mary’s role in salvation history and the triumph of the Cross.

Saint James 13th Annual Car Show & Spaghetti Dinner

Sunday, September 7th

11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Upcoming Events


13th annual  Car Show & Spaghetti Dinner

Sunday, September 7
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Prizes, food, music and much, much more!

Please join us!

Marian Prayers

Wednesday, September 10th at
1:30 p.m.

Please join our Rosary Altar Society for Marian Prayers - all are welcome!

Sacrament of Reconciliation

Saturday, September 13
Sunday, September 14
Saturday, September 27
Sunday, September 28

Saturdays at 3:45 p.m.

Sundays at 8:45 a.m.

Children's Liturgy of the Word

Sunday, September 14 &
Sunday, September 28

All Children are invited to come and hear Jesus' word in scripture

Diocese of Greensburg Fall Priest retreat

Monday, September 15 through
Friday, September 19

There will be no morning Mass this week as all priests of the diocese will be attending their annual retreat.

faith formation begins!

Tuesday, September 23

Mandatory Meeting for all parents and students for the first night of formation class.  Please meet in the Education Center at 5:30 p.m.

adoration of the blessed sacrament

Wednesday, September 24
8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament immediately following morning Mass at 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  Benediction will be held at 1:00 p.m.   Sign-up sheet is located in the back of the church.

extraordinary ministers of holy communion training

Wednesday, September 24 at 6:00 p.m.

All Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion are asked to attend this training.  Any individual that is interested in learning more about this ministry is welcome to attend this training.

donut sunday

Sunday, September 28 at 10:30 a.m.

Everyone is welcome to attend Donut Sunday in the Social Hall immediately after Mass.

Register for Fall Fest

Saint James Mission Statement

We, the parish family of Saint James Church, New Alexandria, consisting of diverse, dedicated hard working people, hold firm the traditions and beliefs of our Catholic faith. Our Mission is to keep this faith alive and growing through the love of the Eucharist,  the Sacraments, and the Word of God. Responding to our Baptismal call we are devoted to fostering spiritual formation, strengthening Christian values, evangelizing, and caring for all. As we travel on our Journey of a Lifetime, under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, we help the community strive to seek the Kingdom of God.

office hours

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Parish Office Closed on Tuesdays & Fridays



Weekday Masses

Tuesday-Friday | 8:00 a.m.

The Church will be open for private prayer Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.


Weekend Masses

Saturday | Anticipated Mass 4:30 p.m.

Sunday | 9:30 a.m. (Livestreamed on YouTube)


sacrament of reconciliation

2nd & 4th Saturday | 3:45 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.

2nd & 4th Sunday | 8:45 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.

Other | By Appointment