Parish Council
Members are elected to the parish council by the parishioners. The council serves to guide the St. James community through decisions that move us to the future, and is a place to raise concerns. Fran Williams currently serves as the Chair of Parish Council. For more information, contact Fr. John Edmunds, S.T. (312) 842-1919 X201 jedmunds@stjameswabash.org
Social Care Board
Social Care Board includes parishioners and other persons involved in the social projects of the parish, especially from our sharing parishes. The board works to raise funds and guide decisions with our food pantry, senior ministry, and other social concerns. Liz Bowman currently serves as the Chair for Social Care Board. For more information, contact Peter Wawire. (312) 842-1919 X213 pwawire@stjameswabash.org
Evangelization Committee
Evangelization Committee is comprised of parishioners and staff. It nurtures spiritual growth, creates a culture of evangelization at St. James, and accompanies persons in their journey to be missionary disciples. Team members help plan and lead gatherings for those curious about spirituality, practice radical hospitality and welcome, and support people throughout their faith journey. For more information, contact Deacon Alfred Coleman deaconcoleman2@gmail.com
Finance Board
Finance Board is comprised of parishioners and staff. It provides guidance in budgeting and accountability. For more information, contact Br. Chris Buck, FSC. (312) 842-1919 X205 cbuck@stjameswabash.org
Fellowship Committee
The Fellowship Committee is made up of parishioners. It plans the Sunday fellowship as well as the many socials we have as a parish throughout the year. For more information, contact Mary Ann Feliciano . (312) 842-1919 X207 faithformation@stjameswabash.org
Liturgy Committee
The Liturgy Committee is made up of parishioners and staff who plan and carry out Masses for Sundays and Holy Days throughout the year. They also plan the art and environment for our worship spaces. For more information, please contact Dan Murphy (312) 842-1919 X204 dmurphy@stjameswabash.org
