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Education & Formation

Sunday School for Children

Sunday School sessions are 10:45-11:45am, mid-September through mid-June.  There are three classes: K- 2nd graders, 3rd  - 6th  graders; 7th and 8th graders.  First Communion, First Reconciliation, and Confirmation preparation is handled through Sunday School.  In addition to Sunday School, we have children’s liturgy of the word at the 9:30am Sunday Mass.  “Kids’ Word” is a way for children to more deeply understand the scriptures.  Children are welcome to join in the interactive reflection in a classroom while the scriptures and sermon are presented in the hall.

 

To register your child for Sunday Scholl or Confirmation preparation, click here.

Bible Studies

From time to time, Fr. John offers three-week Bible studies on Mondays.  There are two "sections" to pick from, 1pm-2:30pm or 7pm-8:30pm.  The classes are held in the rectory.

Adult Confirmation Classes and RCIA

Are you a Catholic who never received the Sacrament of Confirmation?  Are you a Catholic who has been away from the Church and would like to reconnect?  Are you interested in becoming a Catholic?  The sessions run 16 September 2018 through 26 May 2019.  Sessions are held at St. James Rectory (2942 S. Wabash). The time will be determined based on the participants in the journey.

Retreats for All Adults

We offer two or more single-day retreats each year for all our Parishioners and friends.  We keep these at a reasonable price.  One is held each year in the fall and one in the season of Lent.  These are great ways to nourish your spirituality and to become more a part of the St. James Community.

 

Campus Ministry Retreats

Campus Ministry holds several single-day retreats throughout the year.  Cost is kept reasonable.  Students spend time in reflection and getting to know each other.

Special Programs

Throughout the year, we have special programs that help us deepen our understanding of our faith and its role in society.

Infant Baptismal Preparation

When an infant is baptized, the parents and godparents need to have a preparation class that lasts a little over an hour.  At St. James, we offer these as needed.   If they have had the preparation in the last two years, they do not need to repeat it.

Contact Fr. John Edmunds, S.T., [(312) 842-1919 X201,jedmunds@stjameswabash.org] or Deacon Alfred Coleman [(312) 842-1919 X203, acoleman@stjameswabash.org] for more information.

Click here for the baptismal request form.

Click here for the certificate of baptismal preparation form.

Marriage Preparation

There are a number of options for marriage preparation through the Archdiocese of Chicago.  You need to begin by first contacting Fr. John Edmunds [(312) 842-1919 X201,jedmunds@stjameswabash.org]or Deacon Alfred Coleman [(312) 842-1919 X203, acoleman@stjameswabash.org]at least six months prior to the wedding ceremony

Mass Times

Mass is offered both in person and on Zoom at the times shown below. To join Mass via Zoom, click on the desired Mass.


Sunday Mass: 9:30AM (Church)

 

Daily Mass: 7:30AM,  M - F and Holy Days (Rectory)

 

Feast Day and Holy Day Masses: 9:30AM/6:30PM (Church)

 

To view videos of previous masses, click here.

Links for Events and Ministries

  • Virtual Stations of the Cross (2/24 thru 3/31)
  • Register for Bible Study: The Scrutinies Gospels
  • Complete your Disciple Maker Index Survey
  • Register a child for Sunday School
  • Inquire about RCIA

Contact Us

(312) 842-1919
2907 S. Wabash Ave., Chicago IL 60616
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