Northern Illinois' oldest working
Roman Catholic Church!
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Sunday Mass times
- Sun: 8:15 AM EnglishEnglishEN 10:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN 12:00 PM EnglishEnglishEN Traditional Latin Mass
- M Tu Th 8:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN
- Wed: 7:00 PM EnglishEnglishEN
- Fri: 6:00 PM EnglishEnglishEN During Lent: Mass moves to 7pm followed by Stations
- Sat: 8:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN Begin with Magnificat Morning Prayer at 7:45
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Confession
- Wednesday 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
- Saturday 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
In good weather, a confessional is set up outside to the south of the Church. If inclement, use confessional inside Church.
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Adoration
- Wednesday 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
- Saturday 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM During Confessions
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Sunday Mass
Join the faithful of St James at Sag Bridge for Sunday Mass. The church usually fills up, so we offer closed circuit TV of the Mass in the upper and lower level of Sag Hall, and on the main and lower levels of the rectory. The room on the main level serves as a good "cry room." Of course, in good weather, you are welcome to listen to the Mass anywhere on campus thanks to our wonderful loudspeakers. Come worship!
Sunday Mass Schedule: 8:15, 10:00, and 12:00 noon (TLM)
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High School Youth Group
The Comer family is opening its home on Friday, Jan 28, from 7 to 9:30 for the next gathering. All high school teens welcome for camaraderie, discussion, and pizza. AND you might want to practice your best karaoke song. Please join us!
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School of Mary
Polish retreat (with translator) January 28-30. Information link HERE. Contact Maria Pach with any questions or to register. 630-364-8085
Two nights with all meals - $150. Commuter with all meals - $102 -
Catechism Class to Start February 10
Using Fr John Hardon's Commentary on the Catechism of the Catholic Church, Michelle Rebello has offered to hold another session of this extremely popular course. An enlightening, rewarding, easy, and fun way to enrich your understanding of our amazing Church.
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Young Adults
College age and older.
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Thanks for Your Prayers!
The fifty-four people who traveled from St James to Washington, DC to participate in the 49th National March for Life would like to thank you for your prayers. We must all continue to pray and fight for life!. -
Traditionis CustodesArchdiocesan Policy Issued December 25, 2021
The Policy can be found here.
Fr Koys is very hopeful that we will retain our noon Traditional Latin Mass. We also welcome the Cardinal's suggestion that we incorporate aspects of the TLM into our beautiful Novus Ordo Masses. So remain open to additional emphasis on reverence and beauty as we worship as true Catholics on our holy hill.
Previously, Cardinal Cupich had met with Fr Koys and Fr Haynes and other priests throughout the diocese, and he issued an article, "The Gift of Traditionis Custodes," which can be found here. -
Liturgies/Devotions/Activities - Special Notes
2021 December Special Events
St Stephen's Day Hike - Dec 26
Christmas Concert - Dec 19
Our Lady of Guadalupe Mass of the Roses - Dec 11
Parish Christmas Dinner - Dec 5
OPERATION STORM HEAVEN - Cardinal Burke
Be one of a million praying the rosary on the first of each month. Also watch a nationally televised TLM. Info here. -
Young Adults (18+)
A wonderful summer was topped off with a pilgrimage to Utica, Mass, a hike through Starved Rock, more of The Chosen, all mixed with friends and fun.
Thanks to Fr Koys for leading Mass, hikes, and many a conversation. Thanks to Michael Henze, Katie Beecher, and Olivia Alfirevich for organizing everything. As many head back to their college campuses, look for ongoing activities at St James and reunions at every opportunity.
And thanks to the Sag Bridge Mission Society for covering the expenses
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Volunteers/Ministries
Lectors, Cantors, Ushers, Coffee Hosts, Ambassadors
Volunteer Schedule - January HERE -
Our Lady of Fatima - Travelng Statue
Would you like to host our beautiful statue of Our Lady of Fatima? Information and sign up here.
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Postcards for Life
Follow this link to find out what legislation needs our attention, and then WRITE!
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Health Tips
Keep your immune system stoked! See these tips.
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Book Club
Next Gathering will be Feb 11 at Margaret & Joe Gal's home
Interested in liturgy? How did it become what it is today? Understanding the history of the protestant reformation can help us worship better and be better Catholics.
We are discussing The Liturgical Revolution - Vol 1 - Cranmer's Godly Order, which can be ordered from Angelus Press. Or just come to learn from Fr Koys.
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To receive St. James Emails/Texts (Flocknotes)Text: jamesatsag to 84576. Follow the link to enter your info and then join the “St. James All” group
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** Preparing to Return to Mass **All parishioners are encouraged to watch this video and read the Guide to gain an understanding of how we can return to Mass as safely as possible.
Return to Mass Video
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Watch Recordings of Authors' Presentations
Sunday, May 23, we welcomed Catholic author Timothy Gordon. Gordon's book, Catholic Republic, addresses how America was "wired Catholic, labeled Protestant, and is currently functioning as secular." He articulates the precarious position of our nation because, "If you reject Catholic Natural Law, then you can't make or maintain a republic." Gordon's comments, as well as answers to questions from the audience at Cog Hill, can be seen in their entirety here. Fascinating food for thought!
On Saturday, Feb 27, Russ Wenzel, author of “Why Your Children Won’t Get to Heaven,” presented the genesis of his book – a look at his mother’s pursuit of the Latin Mass following Vatican II, and the impact changes in the Church have had on later generations’ faith. The path to the book's ultimate purpose, and the research on the state of the Church done years in advance is explained. Recording can be found here.
Sponsored by the Sag Bridge Mission Society
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