Saint James Catholic Church has a number of groups that meet regularly for purposes of faith formation. Here is a current listing of those open to new members starting in September 2024. Some meet year round; others run from September-May or June. If you are interested in joining a group, please contact the leader of that group directly.
NOTE: All groups welcome new members but you are encouraged to contact the POC before attending for the first time to ensure that meeting has not been cancelled.
Tuesday
Saint James Fraternity, Weekly 7:00am-7:45am; Parish House
Note: Format is a short talk on prayer, mortification or apostolate, followed by an examination of conscience, and an opportunity to share your accountability in these areas with your peers. It will switch over to Exodus 90 for the first 90 days before Easter. Meet year-round. Contact: Dony Mac Manus, [email protected]
Mothers of Young Children, First Tuesdays (most months) 7:15pm-8:45pm; Parish House
First meeting is September 10th (second Tuesday)—The Bible and The Virgin Mary. All mothers welcome. Contact: Liz Sites, [email protected] or Diem Tran at [email protected]
Wednesday
Women’s Study, Weekly 10:00am-11:30am; Knecht Conference Room
Starting September 18th—Romans: The Gospel of Salvation from Ascension Press. Contact: Jane Harvey, [email protected]
Men’s Study, Weekly 7:00pm-9:00pm; Parish House
Starting September 4th—Discussion of upcoming Sunday Mass readings. Meet year-round. Contact: Pat Matheny, [email protected] or 571-338-9797
Thursday
Co-ed study, 1st and 3rd Thursday 9:40am-11:30 am; Knecht Conference Room
Starting September 19th, “Revelation: The Kingdom Yet to Come“, Ascension Press. Contact: Estela Arciaga, [email protected]
Women’s Bible Study, Weekly 7:00pm-9:00pm; School Reading Room (via door #18)
- September 5-November 7—Doors of Mercy: Exploring God’s Covenant with You from “MIC” – (Marians of the Immaculate Conception).
- November 14-January 23—Hebrews: The New and Eternal Covenant by Andrew Swafford, and Jeff Cavins from Ascension Press.
- February 6-March 20—The Mass – a six-week study by Bishop Robert Baron, Word on Fire
Contact: Patti Valancius, [email protected] or 703-887-6659
Friday
Men’s Study, 3rd Fridays 7:30pm-9:00pm; Parish House
Discussion of upcoming Sunday Mass readings. Meet year-round. Rotating book study. Contact: Austin Middleton, [email protected]
Saturday
Co-ed Study, Every Saturday 10:00am-12:00pm; Parish House Kitchen
Discussion of upcoming Sunday Gospel reading. Meet year-round. Contact: Jeremy Dow, [email protected]