COMING SOON!
New Online Giving Portal

We have exciting news! We are always looking for ways to use your contribution dollars wisely. The Archdiocese of St. Louis has given us the opportunity to take advantage of a new online giving portal at no additional cost. Currently, we utilize Our Sunday Visitor as our online giving portal which costs the parish monthly user fees. The new portal is directly connected to our current contribution software program, Servant Keeper. This change will not only benefit the parish by saving money but will also give you access to up to date giving information.

We will be implementing the change effective February 1, 2026 to give everyone plenty of time to make the switch to online giving should you choose to do so. Those who are current online givers will receive a separate letter giving specific details on how to make the switch. If you've never given online and are interested in setting up an account, please look forward to seeing instructions in upcoming church bulletins and Facebook posts. This is an easy-to-use portal with very simple instructions on how to set up and manage your online giving. We believe this is a positive change for both the parish and you, our valued parishioners.

If you have any questions or concerns, please call or email the parish office.

Benefits of Servant Keeper Online Giving:
- Secure and convenient online giving options.
- Accessible from desktop, tablet, or mobile devices.
- Recurring giving options to simplify your donations.

January 11, 2026
Baptism of the Lord

“John tried to prevent him, saying, “I need to be baptized by you, yet you are coming to me?’” -MATTHEW 3:14

The Catholic Catechism states that “Jesus’ immersion in the water is a sign for all human beings of the need to die to themselves to do God’s will.” In other words, as baptized Catholics there is only one gift that we need to give to Jesus – the gift of ourselves. Surrender yourself to God, place your trust in Him and allow the Holy Spirit to work through you for the greater glory of God.

Celebrate 200 Years of Faith with the Archdiocese of St. Louis

Please click the document below to learn about this once-in-a-generation Bicentennial Jubilee.

Bulletin Advertising

We are now accepting advertisers for the back of our bulletin. The cost is $180 per year. This will help offset the cost of paper & ink for the bulletin. Please call or email the office for more details. If you are interested, all we need is a business card to get you added onto the back. Thanks!

New Office Hours!

We are now open 9-3 Monday-Thursday. Vicki is in the office on those days and Angie is available on Tuesdays. We are still having issues with the voicemail system and apologize for any inconvenience this may be causing. We are working to get that fixed hopefully soon. You can email us at stjameschurch@centurylink.net if needed.

Interested in Becoming Catholic? (OCIA: Order of Christian Initiation of Adults)

The Catechumens and Candidates are eagerly awaiting the coming of Jesus in Baptism and the Sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation. Please pray for Catechumens: Keith Blankman, Joey Thebeau, Judy Vance, Caitlyn Gibson, Anthony, Lilly Pashia and family, Jerry Randall, Chris McCoy and Inquirer, Jerry Goza.

If you or anyone you know is interested in becoming Catholic, in being fully received, or in receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation, contact the parish office, or call coordinator, Joyce Politte 636-328-1343.

All are welcome.