Coming Events

ADULT CONFIRMATION CLASSES

If you are an adult who has not received the Sacrament of Confirmation you are invited to attend preparation classes taught by Fr. Hanley. Confirmation is a vital sacrament that gives the grace to remain strong in your faith in the face of life’s many strains. Classes will be held in the Conference Room of the Knecht Gym on Tuesday nights at 7:30 starting April 15 and concluding May 13. Participants will be prepared to receive the sacrament on May 11 at St. Thomas More Cathedral. Please contact the Rectory at 703/532-8815 for more information. The classes will be an overview of the Faith and any Catholics interested in learning more are also welcome.

PARISH MINISTRIES

SOCIAL OUTREACH MEETING

The Social Outreach Committee will meet on Thursday, May 8 at 7:30 p.m. in the House of Studies. This will be the last meeting for this season. For information, contact Janet Qualters at 703/573-9170.

WIDOWED CATHOLICS OF ST. JAMES

On Thursday, May 15, the Widowed Catholics of St. James will meet in Msgr. Heller Auditorium from 6:00-8:00 p.m. The special treat that evening will be strawberry shortcake with whipped cream. Arrangements will also include entertainment. Come and enjoy a relaxing, fun evening. If you have questions, call Fran Gros, 703-532-9435, or Steve Dewhurst, 703-288-1655.

NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING

Are you a married or engaged couple interested in learning about responsible parenthood through fertility awareness? Are you hoping to strengthen your marital bond through enhanced communication and greater respect for your spouse?

A certified teaching couple will offer a class on the Sympto-Thermal Method of Natural Family Planning at St. James Catholic Church this spring! The dates of the up-coming class are: Sundays at 10:30 a.m. on Mar 30, Apr 27, and May 25, 2008.

To register, contact Stephen and Susan Baumert - 828-234-9836 (cell) or 703-652-4637 (home) - or e-mail nfp@stjamescatholic.org A modest fee of $135.00 covers the course materials and a one-year membership to the Couple to Couple League, including a subscription to their monthly magazine, Family Foundations. Limited financial assistance may be available to select couples. (Download Brochure)

YOUTH MINISTRY AT ST. JAMES

Beth White, Youth Director Phone (703) 532-8815 X126
Email: beth@stjamescatholic.org

YOUTH GROUP GATHERING

Youth Group is held each Sunday in the House of Studies, 913 Park Ave from 4-6 p.m. Deepen your faith while having fun. All youth in grades 9-12 are welcome. Come and bring a friend! There will be no youth group on Sunday, May 11, Mother’s Day. Shower your moms with lots of love!

STEUBENVILLE YOUTH CONFERENCE

Youth entering Grades 9-12 are invited to attend a Franciscan University of Steubenville Youth Conference on June 14-16, 2008. Contact Beth for more information.

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