"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.
2026 Diocesan Lenten Appeal
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Greensburg answers Christ’s call to care for those in need, 24 hours a day 365 days a year. Many face a need for help with food, fuel, utility bills and housing. When you make your gift to the 2026 Diocesan Lent Appeal, 75 Years: Our Foundation, Our Future, you are showing the compassion of Christ and putting His mercy into action to build a more hopeful future for those who need it most. Make your gift now at
DioceseofGreensburg.org/DLA2026.
Upcoming Events
Stations of the Cross
Each Friday of Lent at 6:00 p.m.
Saint James Ministry groups will be accompanying Father Bandura
each week in participating in Stations of the Cross.
Friday, March 27th - Young Adults
"God never tires of forgiving us; we are the ones who tire of seeking his mercy."
- Pope Francis -
Family Lenten Series with Brunch
The entire family is invited to attend our Lenten Series. Brunch will be served, we hope you can join us!
Sunday, March 22nd at 10:30 a.m.
Topic: What happens after “Amen.”
Deanery Lenten Reconciliation Services
Saturday, March 28th - Saint John, Latrobe at 11:00 a.m.
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Mass - 8:00 a.m.
Adoration - 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. Benediction
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.
The Very Reverend Tyler J. Bandura,VF, Pastor
Ms. Bridget Widdowson,Office Coordinator
Mrs. Laura Nalevanko, Website Content Manager & Bulletin Editor
Mrs. Catlyn Bailey, Director of Religious Formation
Mrs. Roxanne Rouse, Organist & Coordinator of Liturgical Music
Mr. Justin Massetto - Regional Director of Youth Ministry
Ms. Missy DiRado, Payroll/Financial Officer
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)
