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Plan on joining the annual America Needs Fatima Rosary Rally on Saturday, October 15th at 12:00 noon in front of the Rectory at the corner of Main and Logan. This annual event is sponsored by the Legion of Mary and is a nationwide Rally for peace in the world.

We Are His Hands! We Are His Voice! Please join us this Sunday, October 2, 2022, on the Main Street Bridge (Located between Lincoln Ave. and Meadow St) from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm for the Annual Boone County Life Chain.

Holy Mass and Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament Tomorrow Morning October 1, 2022 This Saturday, St. James will offer Mass at 7:30 a.m. followed by Adoration and Confessions. Benediction will close the Holy Hour at 9:00 a.m. All Are Welcome – Bring a Friend!

SAVE THE DATE October 15, 2022, America Needs Fatima Rosary Keep watching the bulletin for more details!

THERE IS STILL TIME TO SIGN UP FOR THE MEN’S RETREAT. SACRIFICE AND GLORYOctober 29, 20227:30 am to 2:00 pmConfession, Adoration, and Spiritual talksin St. James – Belvidere – Connolly Hall. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Cost $25.00 Open to all men 18 and older.

We Are His Hands!We Are His Voice!Please join us on Main Street Bridge (Located between Lincoln Ave. and Meadow St.), Sunday, October 2, 2022, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm for the Annual Boone County Life Chain.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) Are you considering becoming Catholic? Are you a Catholic interested in being Confirmed? Are you a Confirmed Catholic who is ready to explore your faith anew? Each year men and women embark on an exploration of the Catholic faith. Some are deciding if they are called to theContinue reading “IT IS NOT TOO LATE TO REGISTER FOR RCIA!”

Immaculee IlibagizaTo Speak in Belvidere, Illinois Immaculee Ilibagiza, Rwandan Genocide Survivor and author of, “Left to Tell,” will bring a message of forgiveness and hope at a retreat September 23rd—24th, hosted at the St. James Catholic Church Parish Center in Belvidere, Illinois.  For more information and registration, go to: http://www.immaculee.com or contact Dee Sternhagen atContinue reading “Immaculee Ilibagiza“

THIS IS THE WEEKEND!September 16th, 17th, & 18thFor the Annual Knights of ColumbusTootsie Roll Drive!Members of the Knights of Columbuswill be selling (free-will offering) Tootsie Rollsoutside of church after all Masses this weekend.Please help support our Knights!

Immaculee Ilibagiza to Speak in Belvidere, IllinoisImmaculee Ilibagiza, Rwandan Genocide Survivor and author of, “Left to Tell,” will bring a message of forgiveness and hope at a retreat September 23rd—24th, hosted at the St. James Catholic Church Parish Center in Belvidere, Illinois. For more information and registration, go to: http://www.immaculee.com or contact Dee Sternhagen atContinue reading “Immaculee Ilibagiza”

 September 16th, 17th, & 18th For the Annual Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Drive! Members of the Knights of Columbus will be selling Tootsie Rolls outside of church after all Masses next weekend. Please help support our Knights!

To Speak in Belvidere, Illinois Immaculee Ilibagiza, Rwandan Genocide Survivor and author of, “Left to Tell,” will bring a message of forgiveness and hope at a retreat September 23rd—24th, hosted at the St. James Catholic Church Parish Center in Belvidere, Illinois.  For more information and registration, go to: http://www.immaculee.com or contact Dee Sternhagen at  815-312-8703. Continue reading “Immaculee Ilibagiza“

All are welcome to deepen your knowledge and love of your Catholic faith! Join us every Tuesday, beginning on September 6th at 6:30 p.m. in Connolly Hall and BRING A FRIEND!

This Saturday, St. James will offer Mass at 7:30 a.m. followed by Adoration and Confessions. Benediction will close the Holy Hour at 9:00 a.m. All Are Welcome – Bring a Friend!

Please join us on Sunday, August 28th, for the monthly rosary to pray for the end to abortion here in Illinois. WHEN: Every Last Sunday of the MonthTIME: 1:15 pmWHERE: St. James Church, Belvidere, IL Rosario pro-vida bilingūe mensual A partir del 31 de julio habrá un rosario mensual para rezar por el fin delContinue reading “Monthly Bi-Lingual Pro-Life Rosary”

2022-2023 It is not too late to register for RE classes!  THE LAST DAY TO REGISTER FOR RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASSES WILL BE SEPTEMBER 6TH. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS SO SIGN UP NOW! To register your child for Religious Education classes beginning in September, please call the Religious Education Office at 815-547-7633 to set upContinue reading “Religious Education Registration“

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) Are you considering becoming Catholic?Are you a Catholic interested in being Confirmed?Are you a Confirmed Catholic who is ready to explore your faith anew? Each year men and women embark on an exploration of the Catholic faith. Some are deciding if they are called to the Catholic Church;Continue reading “RCIA Classes Sign-Up“

The Holy Hill Pilgrimage was a Great Success!   Father Steven Sabo recently led a group of pilgrims from St. James Church to Holy Hill—Basilica and National Shrine of Mary Help of Christians on Monday, Aug. 22nd. It was a beautiful day to travel with friends, participate in Mass, and enjoy the sights of the basilica!