"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.


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The Holy Father's Intentions for the Month of February 2026 


For children with incurable diseases


Speak unto me the hidden and secret things of your wisdom. “Let us pray that children suffering from incurable diseases and

their families receive the necessary medical care and support, never losing strength and hope.”

 

 

Upcoming Events

Blood Pressure Screening

Sunday, February 7 & 8 after each Mass

By Professional Nurses in Social Hall

Throat Blessing

Tuesday, February 3
8:00 a.m. Mass

Father Bandura will also be available in the Church from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. for individual throat blessings.

 Eucharistic Adoration

Friday, February 6
Adoration at 7:00 a.m.
Benediction at 7:45 a.m.
Mass at 8:00 a.m.
&
Wednesday, February 25
Mass at 8:00 a.m.
Adoration at 8:30 a.m.
Benediction at 1:00 p.m.

Soup sale

Saturday, February 7 & 8
After each Mass

Sponsored by the Rosary Altar Society

Sacrament of Reconciliation

Saturday & Sunday
February 7 & 8
February 21 & 22

Saturdays - 3:45 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.

Sundays - 8:45 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.

Children's Liturgy of the Word

Sunday, February 8
Sunday, February 22
at 10:30 a.m. Mass

Marian Prayers

Wednesday, February 11
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Join the Rosary Altar Society Members as they pray the rosary for private intentions and for our world.

Ash Wednesday Schedule

Mass Schedule - Wednesday, February 18th at 6:00 p.m.

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, February 20th - Father Bandura

Friday, February 27th - Rosary Altar Society

Friday, March 6th - Children of the Parish

Friday, March 13th - Choir

Friday, March 20th - Holy Name Society

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 8th at 10:30 a.m.

 Topic:  What no one tells you about prayer that you need to know!


Sunday, March 15th at 10:30 a.m.

Topic: If God wants a relationship, why is prayer so difficult?


Sunday, March 22nd at 10:30 a.m.

Topic: What happens after “Amen.”


Deanery Lenten Reconciliation Services

Thursday, March 5th - Saint Vincent Basilica Parish, Latrobe at 7:00 p.m.


Wednesday, March 11th - Saint Joseph, Derry at 7:00 p.m.


Tuesday, March 17th - Saint Rose, Latrobe at 7:00 p.m.


Wednesday, March 18th - Saint James, New Alexandria at 7:00 p.m.



Saturday, March 28th - Saint John, Latrobe at 11:00 a.m.


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