"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 november
The Holy Father's Intentions for the Month of November 2025
For the Prevention of Suicide
Let us pray that those who are struggling with suicidal thoughts might find the support, care and love
they need in their community, and be open to the beauty of life.
(See also http://www.popesprayerusa.net/)
Upcoming Events
National Vocation Awareness Week
November 2 Through November 8
This week is National Vocation Awareness Week. It is an annual week-long celebration dedicated to promoting vocations to the priesthood, consecrated life, and marriage through prayer and education. We renew our prayers and support for those who are discerning their vocation.
Let us pray, Heavenly Father, You call each of us by name and invite us to follow You. Bless Your Church with generous hearts— men and women who will serve You faithfully as priests, deacons, consecrated religious, and devoted lay disciples. Grant courage to those discerning Your call, and guide them by the light of the Holy Spirit. May we support one another in seeking and living our vocation with joy and love. Through Christ our Lord, Amen.
Begin 33 Days to Eucharistic Glory
If any parishioner would like the Parish Office to mail a copy of the book 33 Days to Eucharistic Glory, provide us with your name and address below.
Stewardship Celebration
Thursday, November 20th
6:30 p.m.
Come and celebrate the success of our 2025 DLA. All parishioners are invited to attend on Thursday, November 20th at 6:30 p.m. in the Social Hall. At this meeting Father Bandura and members of the Finance and Pastoral Councils will report on the financial and spiritual state of our parish as they discuss how we as a community of faith are answering God’s call through our ministries and outreach. We will also provide an update on our capital improvements, latest parish statistics, and financial information and a review of Our Parish Annual Report that demonstrates how your weekly gift supports our work to help all encounter Christ. All parishioners are encouraged to attend. Festive Hor'dourves will be served.
Registrations are required by Monday, November 17th
Please click the button below to register.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Wednesday, November 26th
Mass at 8:00 a.m.
Eucharistic Adoration begins at 8:30 a.m.
Benediction at 1:00 p.m.
All are invited to come and spend time with our Lord in private prayer.
St. James Craft Show
Join us for our Craft Show & Soup Sale
Saturday, November 8th
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
You’ll find beautiful handmade crafts, seasonal gifts, baked goods, and plenty of fellowship. It’s a wonderful way to support our parish and local crafters while enjoying a fun day with family and friends. Any vendors that would like to participate, please contact the Parish Office at 724-668-2829. We hope you can join us!
Everyone is invited to our Living Nativity on Friday, December 12th from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on the church grounds. Everyone is invited to come and walk and experience the beauty and wonder of the scriptures coming to life with live animals, angels, shepherds, wise men, Mary, Joseph and the infant Jesus to experience the Christmas story. There will be activities all evening for the entire family! Lessons and Carols will be performed, and refreshments will be served. The entire family is invited to come and experience the story of our Lord's birth in the manger. For more information, please contact the Parish Office at 724-668-2829, Option #3.
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)
