Welcome to St. James Catholic Church

The Catholic Faith Invites All of God's Children to a Relationship with Jesus Christ

If you are new to the area, looking for a place to belong, or are already a member of our parish community, there is always a place for you.

It is a joy to share the love of God with you!

MASS SCHEDULE

Tuesday - 8:15 AM

Thursday - 8:00 AM

First Saturday - 8:00 AM

1st & 3rd Saturday - 4:00 PM

Sunday - Even Months - 8:00 AM

Sunday - Odd Months - 10:00 AM

Holy Day Schedule - Check our bulletin for Mass times

CONFESSION SCHEDULE

Saturday: 3:15 - 3:45 PM OR by appointment

SACRAMENTS

Baptism: Arranged by appointment
Marriages: Arranged by appointment at least 6 months prior

*Read the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony requirements

WEEKLY MASS READINGS

Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Reading 1: Sirach 15:15-20

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 119:1-2, 4-5, 17-18, 33-34

Reading II: 1 Corinthians 2:6-10

Alleluia: cf. Matthew 11:25

Gospel: Matthew 5:17-37

*Click HERE for Daily Readings

MASS INTENTIONS FOR WEEK OF

February , 2026

Monday, Feb 16 @ St. Joachim
Tuesday, Feb 17:  Marvel Chazelle
Wednesday, Feb 18:  6pm: Bob Jost
Thursday, Feb 19:  Dan Declue
Friday, Feb 20 @ St. Joachim
Saturday, Feb 21:  Mike "Coach" Nickelson
Sunday, Feb 22:  Garry West

Online Giving is an option if you are tired of remembering to write a check or fill your envelope. There is a flier in the narthex if you are interested.

Clarity House of Retreat

Meets every second Friday of the month. Rosary starts at 6:00pm and Mass follows. Prayer, Quiet, Healing, people come together….

Second Tuesday of Each Month is ADORATION

If interested in spending an hour at church for adoration there is a sign up sheet in the back of church. Please consider spending time with Our Lord.

Men's Faith Sharing Group

Men, we are changing our days/times for meeting. We would love to have you join us! We will be meeting on the 2nd & 4th Monday of every month at 6:30pm. Please join us in prayer and fellowship! Hope to see you there.

THE COUNCIL’S CORNER

Our next meeting is Feb 10th @ 5:30pm. Our next Fifth Sunday brunch is March 29th after 10am Mass. Mark your calendar now!

If you have questions, feel free to contact Eric Aubuchon @ 314-605-6268.

“I am not capable of doing big things, but I want to do everything, even the smallest things, for the greater glory of God.” ~St. Dominic Savio

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

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.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

New Online Giving Portal Steps

Click HERE for the link to the new online giving portal OR click on the Servant Keeper icon in the Applications segment in the footer section of the page.

ATTENTION

Lent is fast approaching. We will be collecting your palms from last year for our ashes for Ash Wednesday. Please drop them off in the back of church or at the parish office.
Thank you!

February 15, 2026

6th Sunday in Ordinary Time

“For I tell you, unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.” MATTHEW 5:20

The Pharisees lived according to the letter of the law, and they used this to elevate themselves above the other people. Jesus is clear it’s the love that you have in your heart, for God and others, that will get you to heaven. Simply following church rules to the letter and not out of love, does not necessarily put you on the path to heaven. Attending Sunday Mass and then gossiping about a fellow parishioner on the parking lot is an example of being a modern day
Pharisee.

Ladies Sodality

Our next meeting is on February 3rd from 5:30pm-6:30pm in the Parish Hall. We have elected new officers. Our new President is Bobbie Heifner, Vice-President is Kim Coleman, Secretary is Laura Allen, and Treasurer is Diane McGirl.

We will be hosting Indoor Dining Fish Fries on February 27th and March 27th, serving beginning at 4pm until sell out. Please mark your calendars. The chili/soup cook off has been cancelled to allow us to host these fish fries.

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.

200 Years Of Faith Pdf

PDF – 743.7 KB 101 downloads

Download

Lenten Fish Fry-Days and Bake Sales

The KC Men have added an additional date to the calendar: March 13th from 11 to 1
(Drive Thru only)! Mark your calendars!

Lenten Bible Study

**Don’t forget that you will need your bible and a catechism. If you are in need of a catechism, I have a few available but they can also be purchased on Amazon.com or www.thriftbooks.com. You will need a ½ inch binder or a folder for your study guide.

Session 1: Scripture & Tradition
Session 2: The Kingdom, Authority, and the Papacy
Session 3: The Eucharist
Session 4: The Sacrament of Confession
Session 5: Mary
Session 6: Justification
Session 7: Who is Jesus?

Here are the dates for the study. Keep in mind that because of scheduling issues (availability of the buildings and my schedule) not all sessions will be in order each week. So, if you plan to jump around, please watch the schedule and attend when you are able.

MONDAY 6PM (ST. JOACHIM)
Session 1) Feb 9; Session 2) Feb 16; Session 3) March 9; Session 4) March 23; Session 5) March 30; Session 6 &7) Justification & Who is Jesus
WEDNESDAY 9:15AM (ST. JOACHIM)
Session 1)Feb 11; Session 2) Feb 18; Session 3) March 11; Session 4) March 25; Session 5) April 1; Session 6 &7) April 8
FRIDAY 9AM (ST. JAMES)
Session 1)Feb 13; Session 2) Feb 27; Session 3) March 13; Session 4) March 27; Session 5) April 3; Session 6 &7) April 10

More Announcements/Information can be found on our Parish News page.