"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.
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
Rosary Altar Society Meeting
Sunday, February 1 at 10:30 a.m. in Social Hall
All members are asked to be present at this meeting.
Blood Pressure Screening
Saturday, January 31
Sunday, February 1 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 -
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)
