Welcome
A Parish of the Diocese of Greensburg, Pennsylvania
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.
Saint James Mission Statement
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.
Upcoming 2024 & 2025 Events
December 2024
- December 31st - The Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary - Holy Mother of God - Vigil Mass at 4:30 p.m. (Holy Day of Obligation)
January 2025
- January 1 – Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Mass at 9:30 a.m. (Holy Day of Obligation) & Parish Office Closed
- January 3 – Eucharistic Adoration at 7:00 a.m. & Mass at 8:00 a.m.
- January 4 & 5 – Blood Pressure Screening After weekend Mass
- January 5 – Rosary Altar Society Sunday – Rosary Recited at 9:00 a.m.
- January 7 – 27 – Every Tuesday – Religious Education Classes at 5:30 p.m.
- January 8 – Rosary Altar Society – Marian Prayers at 1:30 p.m.
- January 11 – Sacrament of Reconciliation at 3:45 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
- January 12 – Sacrament of Reconciliation at 8:45 a.m. – 9:15 p.m.
- January 12 – Children’s Liturgy of the Word at 9:30 a.m. Mass
- January 16 – Finance Council Meeting at 6:00 p.m.
- January 17 – Young Adult Event at 6:30 p.m.
- January 19 – Winter Breakfast/Bake Sale/Basket Raffle at 8:00 – 12:00 p.m.
- January 23 – Pastoral Council Meeting at 6:00 p.m.
- January 24 – March for Life in Washington D.C.
- January 25 - Sacrament of Reconciliation at 3:45 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
- January 26 – Sacrament of Reconciliation at 8:45 a.m. – 9:15 p.m.
- January 26 – Children’s Liturgy of the Word & Donut Sunday
Stewardship Update Meeting Review
If any parishioner was unable to attend the Stewardship Update Meeting on Thursday, November 7th at 6:00 p.m. you can view the entire meeting by clicking on the below link or visiting our YouTube page.
To view the PowerPoint presentation that was shown at the meeting, click the below link.
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- Dec 31 2024 4:30 pm - Mass-Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God
- Jan 1 2025 - Parish Office Closed
- Jan 1 2025 9:30 am - Mass-Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God
Ask Father Bandura
Have you ever had a question about the faith you wanted an answer to but never had opportunity to ask? At our most recent Pastoral Council meeting, we discussed ways to provide ongoing opportunities for the adults of our parish to grow in their faith.
Through the discussion of the council, the suggestion was made that we provide parishioners the opportunity to submit questions, which would then be answered in the bulletin.
Use the area below to write your question. You will have the opportunity to include your name or ask the question confidentially. Thank you for participating!
The Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God
Join us for the Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary - Mother of God
Winter Breakfast & Bake Sale & Basket Raffle
Sunday, January 19th - 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
View Sunday Liturgy on our YouTube Channel
Click here
Minister Schedules
Parish Annual Report
Please click the below link to view our Parish Annual Report. We are deeply grateful for all you do as we work together to offer thanksGIVING for Our Blessings. Prayerfully consider a year-end gift to our parish. Your generosity helps us continue to uplift our faith community in the love of Christ.
Office Hours
Parish Office Phone Number: 724-668-2829
Mass Times
Saturday - Anticipated Mass 4:30 p.m.
Sunday - 9:30 a.m. - Mass will be livestreamed on our YouTube Channel.
The Church will be open for private prayer Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sacrament of Penance: Will be available on the Second and Fourth Weekends each month. Saturday before Mass 3:45 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. & Sunday before Mass at 8:45 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.
Staff
- The Very Reverend Tyler J. Bandura, VF, Pastor
- Loretta Oken, Office Coordinator
- Laura Nalevanko, Website Content Manager & Bulletin Editor
- Catlyn Bailey, Director of Religious Formation
- Roxanne Rouse, Organist & Coordinator of Liturgical Music
- Missy DiRado, Payroll/Financial Officer
On-Line Giving
WeShare, now provides an easy way to plan out your Mass Intentions, Fuel & Maintenance, Weekly Offertory or second collection donations for the whole year!
To start today, click on the below Donate icon and View Collections or All Second Collections. Simply choose the amount you wish to contribute to each collection or second collection, enter a payment source, and submit your second collection donations for the entire year at one time. Make sure to check the “Recurs Annually” box if you wish to continue contributing year after year.
Please contact the parish office if you have questions or need help setting up your Collections or Second Collection donations. Thank you for your continued support to our parish!
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Statistics
Total Registered Households: 261
Updated: November 2, 2024