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Matrimony is a Sacrament at the Service of Communion, just likeHoly Orders. The grace of the sacrament is orientated to the salvation of one another. Man and wife have a common goal—heaven—and their cooperation with the grace received in the sacrament makes for a fruitful marriage of eternal significance that reflects to all the unionContinue reading “To have and to hold, from this day forward …”

Sponsored by Respect Life CommitteeIn Memory of the Roe v. Wade DecisionWhich Legalized Abortion andTo Prepare For TheFIRST EVER Rockford March for LifeSaturday, January 23, 2021(Backed by Rockford Family Initiative)Date: Friday, January 22, 2021Time: 7:00 pmPlace: St. James—Belvidere Main ChurchFeaturing: AdorationBi-Lingual Rosary with Music, Benediction, and Closing Song

“Ordered to the service of the common priesthood… there exists another participation in the mission of Christ: the ministry conferred by the sacrament of Holy Orders, where the task is to serve in the name and in the person of Christ the Head in the midst of the community.” CCC 1591 This Tuesday, we resumeContinue reading “Holy Orders”

Do you want to enhance what you already know about the Catholic Faith and learn even more?Tune in to Relevant Radio on 93.0 AM this Tuesday, January 5th, at 11:00 a.m.to listen to the Chuck Neff Show.Our own pastor, Fr. Brian Geary, will be the guest speakerdiscussing, “Creating a Christian Environment in the Home.”

The Rockford Walk for Life will be held on Saturday, January 23, 2021 Visit https://www.proliferockford.com/walk for more information and to see how easy it is to get involved and  STAND UP FOR LIFE!

The Respect Life Group Will Be Hosting a Prayer Service St. James Church7:00 P.M. Friday, January 22nd,The Eve of the AnniversaryRow vs. Wade Decision Please join us in a time of prayer for the respect of all life from conception to natural death.

In the Gospels we see in the miracles of healing Jesus performed that He often went beyond healing the body of sickness and infirmity, to also healing the maladies of the soul, declaring, “Your sins are forgiven you, go and sin no more.” In the Sacraments of Penance and of Anointing of the Sick, JesusContinue reading “RCIA”

Due to the recent increase in COVID-19 cases, the St. James Parish Office will be closed to the public until further notice. You may contact the office anytime at (815) 547-6397 and leave a message. Messages will be checked frequently and your call will be returned.Thank you for your patience! In recognition of the NewContinue reading “Office Closed”

COMING IN JANUARY! There will be a new envelope in your weekly envelope packet beginning next month for the Fulfilling Our Promise Campaign. Please use this gold envelope to pay your pledge or donate to the campaign. Thank you for your generosity.

 Friday, January 1st, is the Octave of the Nativity of the Lord;  Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God    St. James Mass Times Are:     Thursday, December 31, 2020:4:00 p.m. – English7:00 p.m. – Spanish  Friday, January 1, 2021:7:30 and 10:00 a.m. – English12:00 p.m. – Spanish

First Saturday Devotion to The Blessed Virgin MaryHoly Mass and Adoration of the Most Blessed SacramentThis Saturday, January 2ndSt. 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!

Dear Family of St. James,May the holy birth of our Savior bring joy to you and your loved ones thisjoyful season. Merry Christmas!Fr. Brian GearyAnd Fr. William R. Schuessler

John Stemper, from T.H. Stemper, delivered our new Holy Water reservoir just in time for Christmas! Thank you to the Neil O’Malley Family who donated this beautiful addition to St. James Parish in memory of Billie O’Malley.

Due to the recent increase in COVID-19 cases, the St. James Parish Office will be closed to the public until further notice. You may contact the office anytime at (815) 547-6397 and leave a message. Messages will be checked frequently and your call will be returned. ~ December 24th and 25th ~In recognition of theContinue reading “ATTENTION – OFFICE CLOSED ! ! !”

2021 Calendars from Belvidere Funeral will be available after all Masses, December 19th & 20th.

Father in heaven, the day draws near when the glory of your Son will make radiant the night of the waiting world. May the lure of greed not impede us from the joy which moves the hearts of those who seek him. May the darkness not blind us to the vision of wisdom which fillsContinue reading “Fourth Sunday of Advent”